Summary: From June 8 to 9, 2026, CCP General Secretary and President Xi Jinping conducted a state visit to North Korea at the invitation of Kim Jong Un. Accompanied by his wife, Peng Liyuan, Xi participated in nine events over 27 hours, each attended by Kim and his wife, Ri Sol Ju. During the visit, Xi emphasized the "three unchangeable" principles of China’s North Korea policy and proposed four guidelines for future cooperation, while Kim reaffirmed North Korea’s commitment to the "One China" principle and support for China’s core interests. The two leaders also engaged in commemorations of the Korean War—referred to as the "War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea"—and discussed strengthening bilateral ties to counter hegemony and maintain an international order based on their shared strategic interests. The visit underscored a mutual desire to deepen party-to-party exchanges and align their socialist developmental paths amid a shifting global landscape.
Summary: Following General Secretary Xi Jinping’s state visit to North Korea, International Department Minister Liu Haixing stated that the summit with Kim Jong Un served to cement strategic alignment, mark the 65th anniversary of the bilateral treaty of friendship, and provide a "milestone" for ties amidst a volatile international landscape. Liu emphasized that the two leaders held extensive formal and informal exchanges, with Kim Jong Un personally accompanying Xi throughout the visit to highlight the special nature of the bilateral relationship. Addressing the global environment, the two sides discussed the need for strategic coordination to safeguard their respective sovereignty and security, with Kim expressing support for Xi’s "Global Initiatives" and vision of a community with a shared future. The visit was framed as a display of China’s major-power responsibility, aiming to secure a stable regional environment and project influence that transcends the bilateral scope in the face of ongoing global changes.
Summary: This article highlights the economic revitalization of Jinggangshan, Jiangxi, citing the successful implementation of President Xi Jinping’s directives regarding rural development and "common prosperity" in revolutionary base areas. During his 2016 and 2023 visits to the region, Xi emphasized the Party’s commitment to improving the livelihoods of residents in these historical areas. Ji’an Municipal Party Secretary Yan Yun stated that the city will continue to honor the "Jinggangshan spirit" to drive high-quality development and strengthen local industries. Through brand building and the expansion of modernized agricultural and manufacturing clusters, the region has significantly increased per capita income and export reach. The report notes that local manufacturing, including the bag industry, has successfully expanded to over 100 countries and regions globally.
Summary: From June 8 to 10, Li Xi, member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI), conducted an inspection tour in Henan province. Li emphasized that discipline inspection organs must prioritize "political supervision" to ensure the implementation of central directives, focusing on tasks such as developing "new quality productive forces," safeguarding national food security, and addressing "petty corruption" at the grassroots level. He further called for the rigorous enforcement of political and election discipline, urging officials to uphold a "correct view of political achievements" while continuing the standardization and legalization of disciplinary work. During his visit to sites such as the Jiao Yulu Memorial Hall and local state-owned enterprises, Li was accompanied by provincial leadership, though no specific delegation members were explicitly named in the report. The directive underscored the necessity of high-quality development in disciplinary work to ensure a strong start for the "15th Five-Year Plan" period.
Summary: The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China has dispatched four guidance groups to ten regions and entities to oversee the ongoing educational campaign on establishing a "correct view of political achievement." During initial meetings, the group leaders emphasized the necessity of aligning local actions with Xi Jinping’s directives and ensuring the rigorous implementation of central policy mandates. Local party and unit leaders pledged full cooperation, framing the oversight as a critical mechanism to ensure that educational outcomes translate into high-quality development. The campaign serves to reinforce centralized political discipline and organizational alignment across the party bureaucracy.
Summary: Yunnan province is intensifying its commitment to ecological protection and "green development" in alignment with directives from General Secretary Xi Jinping, who emphasized the province's critical role in Southwest China's ecological security during his March 2025 inspection. Provincial Party Secretary Wang Ning stated that Yunnan is prioritizing a development path that balances carbon reduction, pollution control, and economic growth to ensure ecological beauty and regional prosperity. The province is leveraging its vast renewable energy capacity—where green energy accounts for over 90% of total installed power—to bolster advanced manufacturing and enhance the international competitiveness of local industries. By transitioning toward sustainable facility agriculture and eco-tourism, Yunnan has successfully decoupled industrial growth from environmental degradation in key basins like Dianchi and Erhai. These efforts underscore a broader strategic push to convert ecological assets into high-quality industrial momentum, a policy direction that serves as a cornerstone of China's domestic green transition strategy.
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Summary: The Fifth Global Media Innovation Forum was held in Chongqing on June 10, focusing on the theme "Adherence and Reshaping: Media Mission in the Intelligent Age." Li Shulei, member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Head of the Publicity Department, delivered a virtual address, while Chongqing Party Secretary Yuan Jiajun attended and spoke in person. Participants emphasized leveraging the "Artificial Intelligence+" initiative to foster international cooperation and development, while also calling for global consensus on AI governance rooted in "common human values." The event, co-hosted by China Media Group and the Chongqing municipal government, brought together approximately 300 representatives from international organizations, media, and multinational corporations to discuss the role of AI in media transformation.
Summary: During his state visit to North Korea, General Secretary Xi Jinping and General Secretary Kim Jong Un reaffirmed the strategic importance of the bilateral relationship, emphasizing their commitment to deepening cooperation across political, economic, and cultural spheres. Xi articulated three "unchanging" stances regarding China’s support for North Korea and proposed a four-point plan to guide future ties, including enhanced strategic coordination and the commemoration of the 65th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance. Accompanied by Kim, Xi visited the Central Cadres Training School of the Workers' Party of Korea and paid respects at the China-DPRK Friendship Tower. The leaders underscored the necessity of strengthening strategic communication to defend their respective sovereignty and security interests amidst a complex international environment. This diplomatic engagement aims to reinforce regional stability and foster a favorable external environment for the development of both socialist nations.
Summary: From June 8 to 9, 2026, CCP General Secretary and President Xi Jinping, accompanied by his wife Peng Liyuan, paid a state visit to North Korea at the invitation of General Secretary Kim Jong Un. Throughout the visit, Kim Jong Un and his wife, Ri Sol Ju, provided extensive ceremonial protocol, including personal attendance at all nine of Xi's scheduled activities. During their meetings, Xi emphasized the importance of maintaining high-level exchanges and deepening strategic communication to ensure the development of the socialist cause, while the two sides discussed the 65th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance. Regarding international affairs, the leaders expressed a joint commitment to opposing hegemony and power politics, with Kim Jong Un explicitly reaffirming North Korea's support for the one-China principle and China's core interests. Furthermore, the two sides discussed the historical significance of the "War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea," emphasizing that their cooperation remains a vital factor in maintaining regional and global peace against the backdrop of shifting international dynamics.
Summary: Following President Xi Jinping’s June 8–9 state visit to the DPRK, International Department Minister Liu Haixing stated that the trip reaffirmed the "strategic significance" of bilateral ties amidst a complex international environment. Accompanied throughout the visit by General Secretary Kim Jong Un, Xi held extensive formal and informal discussions, resulting in a pledge to enhance strategic coordination and commemorate the 65th anniversary of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation, and Mutual Assistance. Liu emphasized that the visit bolsters regional stability and signals China’s role as a major power, specifically highlighting that the two leaders discussed aligning development strategies to protect their respective sovereignty and security interests against shifting global dynamics. The summary of these outcomes underscores a collective intent to navigate the "century-long changes" in the international order, a framing frequently used by Beijing to address the challenges posed by U.S. influence and current geopolitical tensions.
Summary: On June 10, a sea-rail intermodal freight train carrying hardware products departed from Yongkang East Station in Jinhua, Zhejiang Province, bound for Ningbo-Zhoushan Port. This route now provides point-to-point transit within 10 hours, with a frequency exceeding eight departures per week. The report documents ongoing efforts to enhance regional logistics efficiency within Zhejiang’s transportation infrastructure.
Summary: In a recent commentary, Brazilian Press Association official Luiz Gonzaga Belluzzo highlights China’s rapid modernization and technological advancement, noting that cities like Chongqing and Shenzhen exemplify China's successful shift from "world factory" to a global innovation hub. He attributes this growth to strategic long-term planning, infrastructure investment, and a deepening commitment to high-level opening-up and the Belt and Road Initiative. The author posits that China’s developmental model offers a vital blueprint for Brazil’s own re-industrialization and digital transformation. Amidst rising geopolitical volatility and global fragmentation, he argues that the deepening partnership between Brazil and China serves as a counterweight to bloc-based confrontation. Ultimately, he advocates for a multilateral approach to global governance, emphasizing that such cooperation provides necessary stability in an era of heightened international tensions.
Summary: From June 8 to 10, Vice Chairperson of the CPPCC National Committee Xian Hui led a delegation to Vietnam, where she held meetings with Permanent Secretariat member of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Tran Tuan Anh and Chairwoman of the Vietnam Fatherland Front Central Committee Do Van Chien, alongside discussions with Vice Chairman Hoang Cong Thuy. Xian emphasized the commitment to implementing the strategic blueprint for a China-Vietnam community with a shared future as established by General Secretary Xi Jinping and General Secretary To Lam. She stated that the CPPCC seeks to deepen bilateral cooperation in alignment with the consensus reached by the two nations' top leadership. The Vietnamese side echoed these sentiments, expressing a desire to enhance exchanges on governance and pragmatism in trade, technology, and infrastructure.
Summary: On June 10, the China-Australia Youth Cultural Exchange Program was inaugurated at the Chinese Embassy in Canberra. Chinese Vice Minister of Education Wang Jiayi attended the ceremony alongside Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian, as well as over 100 participants including Australian university heads, scholars, and youth representatives.
Summary: The 2026 China-Africa Agricultural Science and Technology Industry Cooperation Forum and Exhibition opened in Nairobi, Kenya, on June 9. Chinese Ambassador to Kenya Zhou Haiyan delivered an address at the opening ceremony, where she was joined by over 100 representatives from government bodies, international organizations, research institutions, and commercial enterprises. The forum focused on exploring new pathways for modernizing agricultural cooperation between China and Africa.
Summary: On June 10, the State Council Information Office held a press conference titled "Strivers on the New Journey," featuring five representatives of young scientific and technical talent from state-owned enterprises (SOEs). The participants—Zhang Yutong (China Mobile), Hou Junsen (AVIC), Lu Hongbo (PowerChina), Zhang Hanke (CHN Energy), and Ma Zunnong (Baosteel)—discussed their contributions to technological self-reliance in fields including 6G, advanced manufacturing, green materials, and AI-driven industrial management. Emphasizing the "science and technology serving the nation" mission, the speakers highlighted their efforts to overcome technical bottlenecks and advance the digitalization of national infrastructure. The event underscored the state’s commitment to fostering domestic innovation as a core pillar of national strategy.
Summary: The second World Conference on Classics was held in Athens from June 9 to 10, co-hosted by China and Greece to promote cross-cultural dialogue and the study of ancient civilizations. Chinese Academy of Social Sciences President Gao Xiang attended, emphasizing the need to draw on ancient wisdom to address modern global challenges and promote a more just international order. Several international scholars, including Catherine Morgan from the University of California, Los Angeles, praised China’s "Global Civilization Initiative" for offering an alternative to "zero-sum" logic and the "clash of civilizations" paradigm. Participants argued that such platforms help mitigate geopolitical tensions by fostering mutual understanding rather than confrontation. The conference concluded with the release of a joint initiative and a new research residency program for global scholars.
Summary: China's National Bureau of Statistics reported that in May, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.2% year-on-year, while the Producer Price Index (PPI) increased by 3.9%. Officials attributed the moderate CPI performance to seasonal fluctuations in energy and service sectors following the May Day holiday. The acceleration in PPI growth was driven by rising costs in the mining and coal sectors, compounded by the transmission of global commodity price volatility. The report notes that international crude oil price fluctuations have impacted domestic industrial costs, contributing to shifts in both PPI and energy-related CPI components.
Summary: This article profiles Li Qingchun, a "new farmer" in Sinan County, Guizhou, who has successfully modernized local rice cultivation through agricultural mechanization and the establishment of a machinery cooperative. By transitioning from traditional labor-intensive methods to smart, machine-based farming, Li has significantly reduced production costs and increased efficiency for over 3,000 local households. His cooperative now provides comprehensive, technology-driven services ranging from planting to storage, reflecting broader national efforts to address rural labor shortages and boost agricultural productivity. Li emphasizes the importance of training a new generation of skilled farmers to ensure sustainable rural development. The report highlights these modernization efforts as a core component of local economic revitalization.
Summary: The State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has officially approved the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) to implement an accreditation system for product carbon footprint verification bodies. This new regulatory framework establishes standardized requirements for institutional qualifications, personnel competence, and verification procedures to enhance the reliability of carbon data. These efforts follow the previous establishment of a greenhouse gas verification system, which has already accredited 49 institutions to support China’s "dual carbon" goals.
Summary: The Asset Management Association of China reports that the nation's fund industry has surpassed 85 trillion yuan in assets under management, maintaining its position as the world's second-largest market while serving over 860 million investors. Over the past five years, private equity and venture capital funds have injected 5.25 trillion yuan into unlisted companies, providing capital equivalent to 90% of domestic equity financing. Additionally, public funds have invested over 6 trillion yuan into advanced manufacturing and technological innovation sectors to accelerate resource allocation toward these strategic areas.
Summary: Yunnan is prioritizing "ecological priority and green development" in line with directives from President Xi Jinping, who emphasized the province's critical role in ensuring ecological security in Southwest China during a March 2025 inspection. Provincial Party Secretary Wang Ning stated that Yunnan is coordinating carbon reduction, pollution control, and green growth to integrate ecological preservation with industrial revitalization. The province is leveraging its vast renewable energy capacity—which accounts for over 90% of its total installed power—to support advanced manufacturing and improve the international competitiveness of local industries. This transition toward "green power" is helping firms enhance international recognition, a key factor as the province seeks to integrate its low-carbon industrial clusters into the global economy.
Summary: This article reviews the historical events surrounding the 1936 Xi’an Incident, emphasizing the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) strategic shift from "opposing Chiang Kai-shek to resist Japan" to "forcing Chiang Kai-shek to resist Japan." It details how CCP leadership, including Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai, successfully negotiated a peaceful resolution after Zhang Xueliang and Yang Hucheng detained Chiang Kai-shek to force a cessation of the civil war. The narrative highlights the formation of a broad national united front against Japanese aggression as a pivotal turning point in modern Chinese history. Finally, the piece outlines current efforts by the Xi’an Incident Memorial Museum to utilize historical sites for patriotic education, as described by the museum's director, Wang Jingwei.
Summary: Chinese local governments are actively expanding their science popularization infrastructure by recruiting "scientific vice-principals" from research institutions, training digital "science communicators," and establishing expert-led workshops. In Nanjing’s Gulou District, officials like Zhang Minghua and Chen Jun report that 16 researchers, including experts from the China Electric Power Research Institute, have been appointed to schools to bridge the gap between academic research and public education. Similar initiatives in Chengdu utilize the "Tianfu Science and Technology Cloud" platform to mobilize community workers, while Lanzhou has created over 200 expert-led studios to professionalize science outreach. These efforts are presented as critical components of a broader national strategy to elevate public scientific literacy and foster an environment conducive to indigenous innovation.
Summary: Ningbo has further liberalized its social security framework as of May 2025, removing residency requirements for non-local flexible workers and preschool children to access the municipal employee medical insurance scheme. Local officials, including representatives from the Ningbo Medical Insurance Bureau, stated that these reforms aim to provide a "safety net" for the city's migrant population by decoupling insurance eligibility from household registration (hukou). By facilitating direct settlement for medical expenses incurred both locally and in other provinces, the policy seeks to bolster the economic stability of non-native residents. This initiative reflects a broader municipal effort to integrate transient labor into the city’s public service infrastructure, thereby enhancing urban social cohesion.
Summary: The Ministry of Education has published 12 new original textbooks across three series, focusing on establishing a distinct Chinese framework for philosophy and social sciences. Developed by seven universities, these materials cover law, journalism, Marxist theory, and Party history, aiming to codify indigenous theoretical concepts and practices. Specifically, the journalism series emphasizes international communication, reflecting the state's ongoing efforts to enhance its global media influence. While the official report does not explicitly mention the United States, the focus on "international communication" and ideological self-reliance serves as a foundational component of China's broader strategy in managing its external relations, including those with the U.S.
Summary: Effective June 10, the Xiaolangdi and Xixiayuan reservoirs on the Yellow River have commenced a joint discharge operation at a rate of 2,400 cubic meters per second. This measure is being implemented to manage upstream inflows and reservoir storage levels. The operation was documented by photographer Miao Qiunao.
Summary: Jin Shi, the former head of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) disciplinary group stationed at the Ministry of Radio, Film, and Television, passed away in Beijing on May 29, 2026, at the age of 102. Following his death, senior central leadership figures expressed their condolences to his family. A veteran party cadre, Jin held various roles within the CCDI and the Central Committee offices throughout his career and served as a member of the 12th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
Summary: China Energy Investment Corporation (CHN Energy) has announced the completion of its integrated solar-hydrogen-storage project in Rudong, Jiangsu, which now stands as the largest of its kind in China. The facility features 400 megawatts of solar capacity alongside a 220-kilovolt substation, an electrolytic hydrogen production plant, and an electrochemical energy storage station. This project marks a significant domestic milestone by integrating power generation, hydrogen production, and storage to optimize energy efficiency and coastal ecological management.
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Summary: The article highlights the necessity of "innovation and creativity" as the driving force behind the development of Chinese culture, emphasizing that cultural narratives must be communicated in formats that resonate with contemporary audiences. It cites the success of the film *Love Letter to Grandma* and other works as evidence that grounding artistic expression in authentic experiences, such as the history of overseas Chinese ("qiaopi"), is essential for national identity. By referencing the 2026 Cultural Power Construction Summit, the text underscores the strategic importance of protecting cultural heritage and fostering literary and artistic creation to cultivate public spirit. Ultimately, the piece argues that utilizing technology and modern perspectives to bridge historical narratives with current consumer needs is vital for strengthening cultural self-confidence and moral development.
Summary: This article features a first-person account by Yang Yanfei, a technician at Jiangling Motors and a recipient of the 2026 China Youth May Fourth Medal, detailing his career progression from a vocational student to a skilled intelligent equipment technician. Yang emphasizes the importance of craftsmanship, technical persistence, and adapting to automation through continuous self-learning. He credits his development to the mentorship of National Model Worker Yuan Zhenghai, who instilled in him a rigorous, detail-oriented work ethic. Through his "Skills Master Studio," Yang reports leading projects that have improved manufacturing precision and generated significant economic value for his firm. The narrative frames his personal success as a model for the "struggling" spirit required of the modern Chinese workforce to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape.
Summary: Chinese universities are rapidly adjusting their undergraduate curricula, with a record 10% of programs updated this year to align with national strategic priorities and emerging industrial demands. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, over 22,000 professional programs have been added, removed, or suspended to shift from institution-centric planning to a "macro-logic" of serving state development. New majors—including embodied intelligence, brain-computer interfaces, and deep-earth science—are being fast-tracked to address technological bottlenecks and economic requirements. Regional authorities, such as those in Chongqing and Heilongjiang, are increasingly coordinating these academic offerings with local industrial clusters. This systemic restructuring emphasizes "green channels" for strategic talent cultivation to ensure the national knowledge base remains agile in the face of global technological competition.
Summary: As of June 9, China’s large-scale summer wheat harvest has reached 68.54%, with 233 million mu of grain already collected. According to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, the focus remains on the "three summers" period—harvesting, planting, and field management—to secure the foundation for annual grain production. The report underscores the strategic importance of these agricultural operations in maintaining national food security.
Summary: Chongqing’s recent environmental bulletin reveals that the city’s energy consumption per unit of GDP has dropped significantly, currently outperforming the national average by approximately 30%. This efficiency gain is attributed to a strategic industrial restructuring that prioritizes high-value sectors, such as new energy vehicles, over traditional high-energy-consumption industries. Furthermore, the city has leveraged technological upgrades and digital manufacturing to maximize energy efficiency within industrial processes. Chongqing has also implemented stricter energy-intensity benchmarks for project approvals, effectively utilizing resource constraints to incentivize high-tech and high-efficiency investment.
Summary: This commentary from the *People’s Daily* criticizes cadres who prioritize risk aversion and "stability" over proactive governance, framing such behavior as a fundamental failure of political responsibility. Invoking General Secretary Xi Jinping’s call for officials to embrace "the hot potato" of difficult tasks, the author argues that true performance must be measured by tangible improvements to public welfare rather than bureaucratic metrics. The article highlights the examples of border guard Wei Deyou and academic Zhu Youyong to emphasize that professional success is forged through hardship and service to the grassroots. Finally, it calls for organizational support systems that provide "backing" to encourage risk-taking, framing this shift in official behavior as an essential requirement for navigating the complex development challenges of the upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan."
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Summary: Chinese Academy of Engineering academician Shen Xueshun, a researcher at the China Meteorological Administration’s Earth System Numerical Prediction Center, has led the development of a fully autonomous and controllable numerical weather prediction system for China. Shen emphasizes that the system’s success relies on indigenous "full-chain" mastery of algorithms and data assimilation, effectively ending the country's long-standing reliance on foreign satellite data. By overcoming technical bottlenecks such as systematic "drift" in satellite observations and the computational complexities of four-dimensional variational assimilation, the team has significantly enhanced the precision of China’s global forecasting. Shen attributes these advancements to multidisciplinary collaboration and long-term research continuity, noting that the system is essential for national strategic objectives and disaster mitigation. Ultimately, the project represents a milestone in technological self-reliance, fulfilling the long-held aspirations of veteran Chinese meteorologists.
Summary: Former Nanjing Military Region Art Troupe member Yu Xiaodong has spent the past 12 years providing free guzheng instruction to "left-behind" children in Jinzhai County, Anhui Province. After noticing the students' enthusiasm for music in 2014, Yu self-funded the purchase of instruments and equipment to launch the "Mountain Doll Guzheng Class" without placing a financial burden on the school or local families. To ensure the program's sustainability, she recently established a training class for local teachers, aiming to leave behind a permanent instructional team. Her efforts have culminated in student performances on national platforms, which she credits with fostering confidence and visibility for children in the Dabie Mountain region.
Summary: Beijing Customs has initiated clearance procedures for the fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), facilitating the entry of exhibit models from Airbus. To support the event, authorities have implemented 14 new convenience measures, including tax exemptions for eligible consumable exhibits and streamlined inspection processes for food and cosmetics. Beijing Customs officials emphasized their commitment to providing "early intervention and full-process guidance" to exhibitors. These efforts reflect broader Chinese policy initiatives to deepen international supply chain integration, despite ongoing complexities in the trade environment and U.S.-China relations. This operational focus aligns with the city's significant 121% year-on-year increase in the value of supervised import and export exhibit goods during the first five months of 2024.
Summary: Zhou Nian, an IT engineer at Auto Tech Hubei, has spent over a decade developing vision inspection systems to modernize manufacturing processes and increase efficiency. By implementing advanced industrial cameras and software, Zhou has successfully automated complex quality control tasks, such as high-precision tungsten filament inspection, significantly reducing error rates and operational costs. His work reflects a broader push within China's manufacturing sector to transition from manual oversight to automated, "intelligent" production systems. This technical upgrading remains a critical component of China's industrial strategy as it seeks to maintain competitiveness in the global market.
Summary: The Guangxi Department of Human Resources and Social Security has announced the recruitment of 1,345 university graduates for the 2026 "Three Supports and One Assistance" program, with the application period commencing on June 10. Recruits will receive comprehensive financial support, including an annual living subsidy of 36,000 RMB, monthly post allowances, and various insurance benefits. Upon successful completion of their service term, participants will be eligible for additional policy incentives, such as the formal recognition of service time as continuous seniority. This initiative reflects local efforts to bolster grassroots human resource capacity through structured employment incentives.
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Summary: According to the *2026 China Science Fiction Industry Report*, China’s science fiction sector reached a total revenue of 126.1 billion yuan in 2025, marking a 15.7% year-on-year increase and three consecutive years of growth exceeding 100 billion yuan. Industry experts, including professor and writer Wu Yan, are leveraging high-tech research hubs like Shenzhen’s Guangming Science City to integrate scientific research with creative literature. Meanwhile, production centers in Chengdu are adopting virtual production technologies and AI to modernize sci-fi filmmaking, while Beijing is developing immersive tourism spaces based on Liu Cixin’s works. Notably, project leaders like Ye Shengwei explicitly highlighted the ambition to create cultural tourism content capable of effective international communication. This expansion reflects a broader strategy to solidify the industry's ecosystem by deeply merging literature, film, technology, and education.
Summary: China’s science fiction industry is undergoing rapid expansion, driven by a maturing value chain that integrates original content creation with multimedia adaptations, gaming, and thematic tourism. Technological advancements in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology are serving as both creative inspiration and practical tools, increasingly blurring the lines between speculative fiction and tangible reality. The government’s strategic directives, including the "15th Five-Year Plan" and the "National Science Literacy Action Plan," prioritize the deep integration of culture and technology to foster industrial growth. By leveraging these synergies, policymakers aim to transform imaginative potential into a significant driver of economic development.
Summary: Wang Dongming, Vice Chairman of the NPC Standing Committee, led an inspection team from June 9 to 10 to evaluate the implementation of the Law on the Construction of a Barrier-Free Environment in Beijing. Wang emphasized that local authorities must prioritize the needs of elderly and disabled citizens, utilizing a rule-of-law framework to improve social welfare and economic quality. During the inspection, the team visited grassroots sites across the Tongzhou, Dongcheng, Chaoyang, and Fengtai districts to solicit public feedback. The initiative aims to align regional urban development with central government directives to enhance public quality of life.
Summary: The third round of the sixth batch of central ecological and environmental protection inspections has concluded, covering seven provinces, regions, and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. Inspections prioritized public grievances, resulting in the transfer of over 20,000 cases to local authorities for remediation. Officials emphasized a "problem-oriented" approach, focusing on identifying bureaucratic negligence while simultaneously reducing the administrative burden on grassroots units. Local leaders signaled high-level commitment by conducting field inspections and thematic meetings to ensure alignment with national high-quality development goals.
Summary: On June 10, the Publicity Department of the CCP Central Committee and the Ministry of Public Security launched a national anti-telecom fraud propaganda month, with relevant officials from central and state departments attending the kick-off ceremony in Beijing. The campaign aims to intensify public awareness through grassroots outreach and industry-specific education, building upon the "four specialties and two synergies" strategy implemented since 2025. Authorities highlighted significant successes in international law enforcement cooperation, including the neutralization of major criminal syndicates in Myanmar and Cambodia and the repatriation of 58,000 suspects. Domestically, the state has leveraged technical interventions—such as intercepting billions of fraudulent communications and blocking millions of illicit URLs—to secure substantial financial and social stability. This comprehensive crackdown underscores the state's prioritized efforts to manage cross-border criminal threats while strengthening internal governance and public information security.
Summary: The Ministry of Natural Resources announced that China’s 2025 Marine Economic Development Index reached 128.8, marking a 2.2% year-on-year increase. The report highlights that the total marine gross product climbed to 11 trillion yuan, driven by growth in emerging industries and increased vitality among market entities. Despite global economic headwinds, marine-related foreign trade proved resilient, with sea-based cargo imports and exports growing by 1.7%. The data reflects a strategic shift toward high-quality development, characterized by improved resource utilization and enhanced coastal ecological quality.
Summary: Hubei province’s Fang County is currently expanding its rural transportation infrastructure, integrating highways, national roads, and provincial roads to enhance regional connectivity. These infrastructure improvements are being leveraged to stimulate local agricultural trade, promote rural tourism, and support industrial revitalization. The initiative reflects a broader provincial focus on utilizing logistics networks to drive economic development in rural areas.
Summary: Anhui Province has released the "2026 Edition" of its measures to enhance its business environment, focusing on internationalization, marketization, and the rule of law. The policy prioritizes the support of emerging and future industries through the "1188" modernization framework and emphasizes the digital transformation of government services and regulatory enforcement. Furthermore, the initiative seeks to improve the market-based allocation of production factors, including data and technology, while fostering greater social participation in governance. The official report on these measures was filed by journalist Tian Xianjin in Hefei on June 10.
Summary: Beijing Customs reported that the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region’s total import and export value reached 2.09 trillion yuan in the first five months of 2026, marking a 14.4% year-on-year increase. Growth was largely driven by private enterprises, which saw a 22.9% rise, and a strong surge in the export of electromechanical products, particularly integrated circuits and automobiles. The region also deepened trade ties with emerging markets, recording a 6.1% increase in trade with Belt and Road Initiative partner countries and an 18.4% rise with African nations. Overall, the data reflects a robust expansion in regional trade performance, with both exports and imports hitting historical monthly highs in May.
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Summary: This article highlights efforts in Hebei, Jiangxi, and Sichuan provinces to repurpose idle rural infrastructure—such as abandoned farmhouses, school buildings, and clinics—into specialized elderly care facilities. In Hebei’s Laishui County, local officials, including Party Branch Secretary Li Ke-yong and Civil Affairs Bureau official Zhao Yun-feng, have leveraged proximity to the Beijing-Tianjin region to attract elderly residents by integrating cross-regional medical insurance settlement and specialized rehabilitation services. Zhao emphasized that Laishui is actively promoting this integration into the coordinated development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. Meanwhile, in Jiangxi and Sichuan, local officials like Vice Mayor Zhang Qiong and Party Secretary Li Dao-ping are utilizing smart monitoring systems and community-based service models to address the needs of aging rural populations. These initiatives aim to revitalize rural resources while providing essential social services to address China's demographic challenges.
Summary: This article explores the rising popularity of morning markets in Northeast China and beyond, attributing their appeal to the "authentic" and communal experiences they offer in an increasingly urbanized landscape. While celebrating these markets as vital manifestations of local culture and "city warmth," the report acknowledges emerging challenges, such as price discrimination against tourists and quality control issues. To sustain this economic and social vibrancy, the author advocates for refined urban planning, strict integrity enforcement, and the preservation of distinct regional characteristics. By integrating traditional market life into modern urban environments, local authorities aim to foster accessible, human-centric public spaces.
Summary: Anhui Province’s Wangjiang County has leveraged its local cotton industry to develop a robust children’s clothing e-commerce sector, which reached 13.3 billion RMB in sales in 2025. Wangjiang County Commerce Bureau Director Ji Guangji reported that the county now hosts over 5,600 e-commerce entities, supported by local efforts to establish national and group quality standards for apparel. Deputy Director Wang Jie noted that this industrial cluster has successfully driven local employment for 60,000 residents. The article characterizes this growth as a demonstration of the resilience and vitality inherent in China’s domestic consumer market.
Summary: This report highlights several regional administrative and developmental updates across China. Chongqing has achieved full coverage of public electric vehicle charging and battery-swap stations across its townships, with over 81,000 charging piles now in operation. Ningxia has introduced new urban renewal standards emphasizing "city health checks" and the preservation of historical architecture, while Shanxi released a white paper on the domestic service industry, noting a significant push to integrate AI into professional care services. Additionally, Qinghai launched a three-month ecological culture campaign focused on the Qinghai Lake ecosystem, and Qinnan District in Guangxi has completed the registration and digital tracking integration of nearly 8,200 local vessels to enhance maritime safety.
Summary: Fuyuan, Heilongjiang, has officially transitioned space-bred cranberry seedlings—cultivated from seeds carried on the Shenzhou-14, Shenzhou-16, and Shijian-19 missions—to large-scale outdoor cultivation. Following two years of greenhouse development, this initiative marks a critical advancement in China’s efforts to secure independent germplasm resources for the crop. The region currently hosts China’s largest standardized cranberry production base, leveraging its unique natural conditions.
Summary: In Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, Xinmin Village Party Secretary Dong Zhaofu is leading efforts to optimize agricultural land use by implementing multi-crop rotation patterns within strawberry greenhouses. By introducing "Fushu" sweet potato varieties to fill the post-strawberry off-season, the village has successfully maximized facility utilization and boosted local income. Technical staff, including Tang Xiupin, emphasize that this strategy relies on aggressive early-market scheduling and intensive intercropping. Through these innovations, the village has transformed previously idle greenhouse periods into productive, high-yield cycles.
Summary: Beijing’s Huairou District has launched the "Civilized Peddler" initiative, a government-subsidized mobile supply service that delivers daily necessities to remote mountain villages while simultaneously disseminating official policy and cultural messaging. During a recent event in Baoshan Town, village Party branch secretary Li Weiguang utilized these supply trucks to promote flood prevention education, while local driver Yu Qinghua served as an advocate for rural social reform. Officials stated that the program aims to further integrate public services, including healthcare, utility payments, and banking, into these mobile platforms to consolidate local governance reach in isolated areas.
Summary: Altay City’s Balibagai Township has implemented a "points-for-seedlings" incentive program to boost household agricultural production and greening initiatives. Local Party committee officials have facilitated this effort by moving administrative consultations to the fields to better align rewards with resident needs. To ensure sustainability, the local government has partnered with municipal agricultural bureaus to provide on-site technical training and follow-up support for participating farmers. This initiative aims to institutionalize a cycle of skill acquisition and income generation among the rural population.
Summary: The Guangshun-yuan community in Tianjin’s Hexi District has completed multi-phase renovations to improve resident living conditions, focusing on public infrastructure such as neighborhood plazas, smart electric vehicle charging facilities, and the conversion of a dilapidated tennis court into a shared recreational space. These grassroots initiatives, implemented between May 2024 and May 2026, were directed by the community Party committee in collaboration with property management and local stakeholders. Residents have expressed high satisfaction with the modernized amenities, highlighting the functional upgrades to communal areas and enhanced safety features.
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Summary: General Secretary Xi Jinping recently stated at a seminar for provincial-level officials that the current era constitutes a "new Long March," requiring the Party to maintain its founding mission despite changing historical conditions. Xi emphasized that this new journey involves navigating a "multi-dimensional, comprehensive game" against external containment and pressure, characterizing these challenges as more complex and hidden than the military blockades of the past. He urged leadership to remain vigilant against anti-China forces and to prioritize national sovereignty, security, and development interests in the face of global uncertainty. The summary of his remarks highlights that while the operational focus has shifted from armed struggle to comprehensive reform, the Party must maintain its ideological purity, self-reliance, and "people-centered" development. This article does not list specific individuals as accompanying Xi Jinping at the seminar.
Summary: This article emphasizes that speaking the truth and engaging in practical work are the essential foundations of "party spirit" (党性) and the primary metrics for evaluating the performance and integrity of CPC cadres. General Secretary Xi Jinping is cited as the authority for this directive, asserting that these behaviors are critical to ensuring cadres maintain a correct view of political achievement and remain loyal to the party and the people. The text frames the avoidance of "superficial projects" and "data manipulation" as a fundamental requirement for upholding the party’s, and by extension the people’s, interests. By referencing Xi’s past tenure in Zhengding, the article reinforces that political courage—defined as the willingness to face risks and contradict superiors when necessary—is the ultimate test of a cadre's commitment to the party. Ultimately, the piece calls for a shift away from short-termism toward a rigorous, results-oriented style of governance to ensure that policy implementation is grounded in empirical reality.
Summary: This article outlines the strategic objective of building "digital-intelligent public service circles" at the community level as a key component of China’s urban governance and modernization efforts. Citing a July 2025 Central Urban Work Conference, the text reports that General Secretary Xi Jinping emphasized the necessity of using digital-intelligent trends and technological support to improve urban governance precision. While highlighting progress in digital governance platforms like Shanghai’s "Community Cloud," the author acknowledges critical systemic hurdles, including data silos, fragmented technical standards, the digital divide for elderly populations, and data security risks. To address these, the author calls for deepening institutional reforms to promote data sharing and expanding the deployment of AI-integrated smart terminals in residential areas. The piece advocates for these measures to ensure that digital development dividends are broadly accessible and effectively integrated into citizens' daily lives.
Summary: This article reports on the rapid development of Xiong'an New Area as a hub for emerging technologies, highlighting the successful integration of artificial intelligence, aerospace information, and autonomous systems into urban infrastructure. Liu Xiang, Deputy Director of the Xiong'an New Area Bureau of Industry, Information Technology, and Data, stated that the ongoing "Scenario Collection" (场景汇) competition series serves as a critical bridge between advanced research and industrial application, aiming to cultivate high-growth sectors. The report details how the integration of localized innovation platforms—such as the Xiong'an Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park—is fostering a cluster of over 770 enterprises. While the article focuses on domestic technological self-reliance, it emphasizes that these initiatives are designed to accelerate the validation and commercialization of frontier technologies, ensuring that Xiong'an serves as a primary incubator for China’s future industrial landscape.
Summary: A photojournalist reflecting on seven years of documenting the Xiong’an New Area highlights the region's rapid transformation from an active construction site to a burgeoning hub for high-tech industries. The author emphasizes the development of critical infrastructure, such as the Xiong’an high-speed railway and expressways, alongside the establishment of specialized facilities for artificial intelligence, satellite internet, and innovation. This narrative underscores the official strategic objective of positioning Xiong’an as a premier center for emerging technologies and future industrial growth.
Summary: In Hotan County, Xinjiang, local authorities have successfully transformed saline-alkali desert lands into productive aquaculture hubs, breeding species such as Chinese mitten crabs, Australian lobsters, and sea bass. Base manager Wang Hui reports that these local operations have reduced aquatic product prices by 15% to 20% by mitigating reliance on air-freighted supplies from coastal provinces. The initiative leverages local snowmelt and advanced water-treatment techniques to create sustainable ecosystems, supported by the newly established Kunlun Aquaculture Research Institute. This development has yielded significant economic results, with Hotan County’s fisheries output value increasing by 141.2% in 2025.
Summary: The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has released the "AI+Information and Communication" Innovation and Development Implementation Opinion (2026–2028), outlining a strategic roadmap to achieve international leadership in intelligent information services and autonomous network operations by 2028. The policy mandates 17 specific tasks across four areas, prioritizing the expansion of computing power infrastructure to ensure a 75% coverage rate for 1ms latency metropolitan computing circles. By 2030, the initiative aims to achieve breakthroughs in integrated communication, sensing, and computing technologies to foster a secure, industry-leading AI ecosystem. Although the document focuses on domestic industrial upgrades, the emphasis on achieving "international advanced levels" reflects Beijing's broader efforts to secure technological self-reliance amidst intensifying global competition, particularly with the United States.
Summary: As of June 10, China’s national summer wheat harvest has reached 248 million mu, representing a 73.06% completion rate. Reporting on the progress, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs noted that harvesting has concluded in Anhui and is nearing completion in Henan, with significant progress reported across Jiangsu, Shandong, Shaanxi, Hebei, and Shanxi. The state media report emphasizes the deployment of 185,700 combine harvesters on June 10 alone to accelerate the regional collection efforts.
Summary: Eight government departments, including the Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, have jointly issued measures to promote the integration of railway transport and tourism. The policy outlines 15 initiatives across five key areas, aiming to modernize infrastructure, diversify tourism product offerings, and enhance service quality. A central target of this initiative is the development of over 160 specialized railway tourism train sets by 2030, with a focus on market-driven, branded thematic carriages. This effort seeks to expand service consumption and stimulate domestic demand through the strategic fusion of transport and tourism sectors.
Summary: Egg prices in China have risen for five consecutive weeks due to a period of industry-wide losses following 2024’s market downturn. Zhang Junmin, Chief Scientist of the National Egg Chicken Industry Technology System, attributes this "counter-seasonal" rise to an industry-led reduction in production capacity coupled with seasonal demand spikes. Zhang characterizes the price recovery as a typical cyclical self-correction and expects new production capacity to stabilize the market by late July. Local officials and market representatives, including Tong Wei of the Beijing Xinfadi market, are currently coordinating supply chain logistics to ensure regional price stability. Finally, Zhang suggests that the industry should look to improve international certification capabilities to facilitate the export of poultry and processed egg products as a strategy for absorbing excess long-term capacity.
Summary: Hainan’s Department of Commerce and Big Data Development Center have launched a dedicated "customs clearance" zone on the "Haiyiban" mobile platform to facilitate the island's upcoming full-scale customs closure. This initiative enables enterprises to manage "second-tier" outbound declaration processes via mobile devices, streamlining operations under the Free Trade Port framework. The transition from PC-based to mobile services aims to enhance administrative efficiency for businesses operating within the province.
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Summary: This article provides guidance for recent university graduates navigating the rental market in China, emphasizing the mitigation of financial and legal risks. Legal expert Yu Yanchun and industry analyst Huang Hui advise prioritizing formal rental platforms, conducting thorough property inspections, and documenting conditions to avoid disputes. The experts emphasize the importance of verifying property ownership, carefully reviewing contract clauses, and clearly defining liability for maintenance and security deposits. These measures are presented as essential strategies for young professionals to protect their interests and ensure stable housing.
Summary: The fourth plenary meeting of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Transportation Coordination Working Group convened in Beijing on June 10 to advance regional connectivity. Officials reported that inter-regional bus routes now facilitate 210,000 daily passenger trips and announced plans for digital infrastructure upgrades and "zero-carbon" transport corridors along major expressways. The three jurisdictions outlined specific project pipelines, including the completion of the Beijing-Xiong'an express line and the expansion of the "轨道上的京津冀" (Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei on rails) network. These initiatives are designed to accelerate the integration of the capital metropolitan area and enhance regional logistics efficiency in alignment with the 15th Five-Year Plan.
Summary: The Tibet Autonomous Region’s Department of Human Resources and Social Security, in conjunction with five other government agencies, has issued a new directive mandating that internet platform and logistics companies report detailed employment data. The policy requires firms—including delivery services and ride-hailing platforms—to provide information on 11 key areas, such as remuneration, social insurance, and leave entitlements. Authorities intend to utilize this data to issue "employment health check reports" and enhance systematic oversight of labor rights. This initiative reflects a broader regional effort to institutionalize the monitoring of "new employment groups" and tighten regulatory control over the gig economy.
Summary: On June 8, 2026, construction officially commenced on the Three Gorges New Waterway project, a major infrastructure initiative designed to enhance the capacity and efficiency of the Yangtze River’s shipping network. The project involves building new parallel locks at both the Three Gorges and Gezhouba hubs, which will significantly increase total shipping capacity and enable 10,000-ton vessels to travel directly from Shanghai to Chongqing. Beyond physical capacity, the initiative emphasizes the implementation of a digitized, "smart" management system for shipping operations and logistics. By reducing transit times and logistics costs, the project aims to integrate the Yangtze Economic Belt, bolster the energy and food security of the interior, and support the coordinated development of regional urban clusters. The report underscores that the development serves as a strategic pillar for the national "dual circulation" economic strategy and promotes long-term industrial transformation along the river.
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Summary: The 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum, hosted by *People's Daily* in Wuhan on May 26, focused on the "systemic reform" of China’s mainstream media as mandated by the "15th Five-Year Plan." Officials and media executives emphasized leveraging artificial intelligence, high-quality data corpora, and organizational restructuring to enhance ideological guidance and international communication capabilities. Notable speakers included *People's Daily* Editor-in-Chief Chen Jianu, who stressed technological innovation and content production, and Hubei Provincial Party Committee Secretary Sheng Yuechun, who pledged further cooperation between the city and national media. To bolster global outreach, participants launched the "Out of the Circle! China" international communication project, aiming to enhance the effectiveness of China’s narrative on the world stage. Several speakers, including representatives from *China Daily* and Xinhua News Agency, explicitly linked these systemic changes to the national goal of strengthening international communication capacity in an era of rapid technological transformation.
Summary: People’s Daily recently debuted "AI Meets Yellow Crane Tower" in Wuhan, a collaborative theatrical performance by People’s Daily and the Hubei Magicians Association that integrates AI, magic, and intangible cultural heritage. The production utilizes 4K holographic projection, AI modeling, and olfactory technology to facilitate a multi-sensory narrative centered on the historical poets Li Bai and Cui Hao. This project serves as a key initiative under People’s Daily's "Dream Realm" brand, which aims to establish digital, tech-driven cultural and educational hubs across various Chinese provinces. The initiative reflects a broader strategic push to revitalize regional cultural tourism through state-backed digital innovation.
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Summary: This compilation features statements from senior officials representing major Chinese state media outlets—including the All-China Journalists Association, Xinhua, CCTV, *Guangming Daily*, *Economic Daily*, *China Daily*, and *China News Service*—regarding the ongoing systemic transformation of China's mainstream media. The officials emphasized the necessity of integrating artificial intelligence, professionalizing talent pipelines, and reinforcing ideological control to ensure that "positive energy" achieves "large-scale traffic." Regarding international outreach, *China Daily* Deputy Editor-in-Chief Zhu Baoxia highlighted the agency’s efforts to enhance cultural "sea-going" (outbound) capabilities, aiming to expand China's influence as a major power in global media. The discussions focus on adapting media production relations to new technologies and market environments, with an underlying goal of strengthening the effectiveness of China’s mainstream public opinion and external communication strategies.
Summary: At the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum in Wuhan, the "China Goes Global" (出圈了！中国) international communication project was officially launched by the People's Daily. The project, a collaborative effort between the newspaper’s international department, new media center, and cultural media subsidiary, aims to promote a comprehensive image of China by distributing content regarding culture and technology across global social media platforms. Representatives from entities including China Southern Power Grid, Wuhan Radio and Television, Trip.com Group, and BabyBus participated in the ceremony to discuss strategies for international outreach.
Summary: At the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum in Wuhan, People's Daily Online launched a "Media Corpus Service Platform" designed to provide integrated data solutions for the media industry. The platform, developed in collaboration with the "Mainstream Value Corpus Ecological Alliance," leverages infrastructure from China Telecom's Tianyi Cloud and intelligent processing tools from partners like iFlytek and CNKI. Additional contributions include academic standardization efforts from Peking University and secure data circulation technology provided by Tsinghua-affiliated Jinghua Misuan. The initiative aims to establish a secure, standardized ecosystem for large-scale model training and media data processing.
Summary: At the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum in Wuhan, the People’s Daily Media Technology Co., Ltd. launched a new "government AI all-in-one machine" in collaboration with Kingsoft Cloud and Kingsoft Office. The product leverages the People’s Daily's authoritative corpus and Kingsoft’s large language models to provide automated document writing, proofreading, and formatting services for state institutions and enterprises. Designed with a focus on domestic security and data sovereignty, the platform aims to transition administrative workflows toward an "intelligent collaboration" model.
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Summary: The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature an expanded format of 48 teams and 104 matches, marking a significant milestone in the tournament’s history. The event officially commences in Mexico City on June 12, with the competition spanning 16 cities across the three host nations. As the tournament approaches, top-tier squads—including reigning champion Argentina, France, and Brazil—are finalizing preparations, with high-profile stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo poised to make historic appearances. This collaborative hosting effort between the U.S. and its North American neighbors serves as the central venue for this global sporting event.
Summary: The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted across North America, marks a historic expansion to 48 participating teams, reflecting the ongoing globalization and commercialization of the sport. While the Chinese national team failed to qualify, the article highlights the extensive presence of "Chinese elements," including major corporate sponsors like Lenovo, Hisense, and Mengniu, as well as Chinese manufacturing and officiating contributions. The commentary emphasizes that these domestic brands are providing critical commercial and technological support to the tournament’s infrastructure. Ultimately, the piece frames the World Cup as a transnational cultural phenomenon that transcends borders, serving as a significant touchpoint for Chinese fans despite the national team’s absence.
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Summary: A Chinese refereeing trio comprised of Ma Ning, Fu Ming, and Zhou Fei has departed for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ma Ning serving as a head referee for the first time. The officials, who recently underwent final training in Miami, U.S., emphasized the importance of rigorous preparation and the integration of advanced AI-driven officiating technologies to ensure precision. Ma Ning highlighted the new automatic offside system as a significant technical advancement that enhances match fluidity. Fu Ming, serving as a Video Assistant Referee (VAR), noted the pressure of the assignment while expressing a commitment to high-level performance. The group aims to leverage their experience at the U.S.-hosted tournament to contribute to the future development of refereeing standards within China.
Summary: Ahead of the Dragon Boat Festival, this article examines the technical nuances, regional variations, and professionalization of dragon boat racing in China. Interviewee Zhu Minyuan, a canoeing World Cup champion and Wenzhou University faculty member, details the distinctions between modern competitive standards and traditional folk styles, as well as the specific roles of paddlers, drummers, and helmsmen. The piece highlights the sport's evolution from a cultural custom into an officially recognized international competitive discipline included in the Asian Games. Beyond its domestic growth, the article notes the sport’s transition into a vehicle for tourism and fitness, underscoring its role in promoting Chinese cultural aesthetics on a global stage.
Summary: The Second National Fitness Games officially opened in Qingdao on June 10, marking the second iteration of this biennial event. Jiang Qingguo, Deputy Director of the Mass Sports Department of the General Administration of Sport, stated that the Games will utilize a decentralized "integrated and distributed" model to ensure nationwide coverage across seven regional divisions. The competition features a "5+N+X" structure, including regulated sports such as table tennis, swimming, and pickleball, with an emphasis on low-threshold participation for grassroots entities. The event will run through November, with the national finals scheduled to take place in Qingdao.
Summary: The 2026 IBSA Goalball World Championships opened on June 9 at the Tangqi Goalball Training Base in Zhejiang, marking the tournament's first time being held in China. The competition features 32 teams from 20 countries, with the top-ranked men's and women's squads securing qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games. As the event serves as a direct qualifier for the Los Angeles Paralympics, it underscores the ongoing athletic exchange between China and the United States in the lead-up to the 2028 games. Officials from the China Disabled Persons' Federation and the China National Paralympic Committee are overseeing the event, which runs through June 15.
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Summary: This article analyzes how China’s traditional industrial sectors, such as non-ferrous metals, are revitalizing through integration with "new quality productive forces" like artificial intelligence and high-end manufacturing. It highlights how surging demand for computing power has transformed materials like tin into critical components for semiconductor packaging, driving significant profit growth in the sector. The author argues that traditional industries can escape cycles of commoditization by pivoting toward emerging applications, including robotics, new energy, and the low-altitude economy. By leveraging technological innovation, digitalization, and green transformation, these industries are shifting from volume-based production to high-value, high-precision manufacturing. Ultimately, the piece frames these upgrades as a strategic imperative to secure China’s real economy against stagnant growth and global market pressures.
Summary: This article outlines China’s strategic push to transition its software industry from rapid scale expansion to high-quality, innovation-driven development, highlighting Nanjing as a leading model for this shift. Officials from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) emphasized that the sector has become a pillar of the national service economy, with a focus on achieving self-reliance in critical areas like industrial operating systems and AI-integrated software. To foster this growth, local authorities in Nanjing are implementing policies to cultivate talent clusters, provide dedicated investment funds, and create expansive application scenarios for domestic software products. While the report focuses on domestic industrial upgrades and the integration of "AI + software," it reflects a broader national imperative to secure technological autonomy in core software components—a key area of competition in the context of the U.S.-China technological rivalry. Moving forward, the government aims to promote "model-as-a-service" and "agent-as-a-service" business models to accelerate the digital transformation of the Chinese economy.
Summary: This article, written by the director of the National Development and Reform Commission’s Institute of Spatial Planning and Regional Economy, frames Shantou’s historical and contemporary development through its identity as a prominent "hometown of overseas Chinese." It highlights how the city’s geographic location and historical "Red-headed Boat" migrations established deep-rooted commercial networks across Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The author emphasizes how these global linkages, symbolized by the "qiaopi" (overseas remittance letters) and the Overseas Chinese Economic and Cultural Cooperation Experimental Zone, continue to drive modern economic growth. By leveraging its heritage to attract investment and expand export industries like textiles and toys, Shantou is portrayed as accelerating its regional integration and international reach. The piece ultimately positions Shantou as a vital gateway for China's high-level opening-up strategy, reinforcing its role in connecting domestic production with global markets.
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Summary: A joint Sino-Nepalese expedition has successfully retrieved the first-ever complete ice core from the summit of Mount Everest, marking a significant breakthrough in high-altitude cryospheric research. Expedition leader Wen Xu noted that the mission required rigorous training for Nepalese team members and relied on close operational coordination between the two nations under extreme conditions. Chief scientist Xu Baiqing emphasized that these samples will provide critical data on climate change, atmospheric pollutant transmission, and the distinct climatic responses of the mountain's north and south slopes. Tribhuvan University professor Deepak Aryal highlighted that such collaboration is essential for developing effective glacier protection strategies for the region. This mission underscores China’s proactive role in leading scientific research in the Himalayas through bilateral cooperation.
Summary: Yiwu’s manufacturing sector is currently capitalizing on the 2026 World Cup, with first-quarter sports equipment exports reaching 2.83 billion RMB, a 12% year-on-year increase. The industry is transitioning from low-cost competition to high-value innovation, increasingly utilizing patents and brand authorization to secure market premiums. This shift is supported by Yiwu’s robust, end-to-end supply chain, which ensures the rapid delivery of complex orders. Beyond consumer goods, Chinese manufacturing is deeply integrated into global sporting infrastructure, notably through the provision of electric buses and light rail systems for the World Cup in Mexico. This comprehensive industrial presence reinforces the global market's reliance on and trust in Chinese manufacturing as it pivots toward high-quality development.
Summary: Former Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) president Yohei Kono has passed away at the age of 89. Known for the 1993 "Kono Statement" regarding wartime "comfort women," he was a prominent advocate for China-Japan relations, famously emphasizing the importance of acknowledging history during a 2025 visit to China. Separately, the Iranian Armed Forces and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported launching "fierce strikes" against U.S. military bases in the Middle East, including a drone attack on the U.S. Fifth Fleet in Bahrain. Iran stated these actions were in retaliation for alleged U.S. "aggression" in southern Iran and warned of more extensive future strikes if provoked.
Summary: On June 9, the "Meet: China-Greece Civilizational Exchange and Mutual Learning Dialogue" was held at the Marathon Run Museum in Greece, featuring a youth letter-writing exchange aimed at fostering cross-cultural understanding. Attica Region Vice Governor Kephalogianni underscored the importance of youth in strengthening the China-Greece comprehensive strategic partnership through mutual respect and dialogue. Participants and scholars, including University of Athens professor Vassilios Vertoudakis, emphasized that rational, fact-based discourse is essential for addressing contemporary global challenges. The event highlighted the resonance between the two ancient civilizations, with attendees framing the youth dialogue as a meaningful contribution to shared human progress.
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Summary: Jilin Province has institutionalized a "micro-proposal" mechanism via its "Zhengxie Jiyun" digital platform to facilitate localized governance and democratic supervision. Through this system, CPPCC members—such as Liu Jisheng, Lu Ziyao, and Zhao Haifeng—submit real-time, field-researched suggestions on community issues ranging from traffic safety to ecological protection. Provincial CPPCC Office Director Xu高峰 (Xu Gaofeng) noted that the platform enables a closed-loop management system that connects members directly with relevant administrative departments for efficient resolution. By transforming individual grievances into broader systemic improvements, the initiative aims to enhance the responsiveness of local governance. The article does not mention the United States or U.S.-China relations.
Summary: This article, authored by a CPPCC National Committee member and deputy chair of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang (Shanghai), highlights the growing social crisis regarding guardianship for China’s expanding population of people living alone. The author argues that the current legal framework, primarily designed around traditional family structures, is insufficient to address the emergency care, legal incapacity, and daily support needs of this demographic. Citing field research conducted across communities, courts, and civil affairs bureaus, the author identifies critical failures in policy implementation, including unclear departmental responsibilities and inefficient judicial procedures. The proposal calls for a multi-layered guardianship system—integrating voluntary, statutory, and emergency provisions—to improve inter-departmental coordination and professionalize the delivery of guardianship services. Ultimately, the author emphasizes that strengthening these social protections is essential for maintaining social equity and addressing the vulnerabilities inherent in modernizing Chinese household structures.
Summary: CPPCC National Committee member Wu Bixia has submitted a proposal advocating for improved social support and labor protections for China’s rapidly growing "new employment group," including delivery and courier workers. Wu urges the implementation of inter-departmental governance to address these workers' needs regarding housing, income, and the critical issue of child care and education. The proposal calls for platform enterprises to fulfill their social responsibilities by ensuring fair labor practices and providing professional development support. Furthermore, it recommends that local authorities leverage community party service centers to provide accessible welfare services, including subsidized housing and tutoring, to facilitate the urban integration of these workers and their families.
Summary: CPPCC National Committee member and professor Zhang Heping is leveraging his scientific expertise in agricultural microbiology to advocate for national resource protection and industry standardization. During the 2023–2025 "Two Sessions," he submitted proposals focused on establishing a national microbial germplasm bank, reforming food labeling regulations to foster a fair business environment, and strengthening disciplinary development at agricultural universities in China's central and western regions. Zhang emphasizes that his research provides the foundation for his policy recommendations, which are designed to create a "closed-loop" of effective governance. By promoting technological innovation in the dairy and livestock sectors, he aims to translate laboratory research into practical industrial applications to support the national goal of agricultural modernization.
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Summary: This article outlines Zhejiang Province’s efforts to modernize grassroots fire safety governance by integrating digital technology, professional rapid-response teams, and community-level volunteer participation. Officials from the Zhejiang Provincial Fire Rescue Corps emphasize that these initiatives aim to fortify the "first line of defense" by transitioning from reactive firefighting to proactive, technology-driven prevention. Local administrators highlight the use of AI-powered smart glasses, digital management platforms for risk-based supervision, and a "grid-based" management system that facilitates rapid, multi-force coordination during emergencies. By combining professional oversight with social participation, such as "silver-haired" volunteer patrols, the province reports a significant increase in hazard rectification rates and a decrease in fire incidents.
Summary: This commentary calls for the transition from ad-hoc enforcement to a standardized, rule-of-law-based regulatory framework to address systemic chaos in the college entrance examination (Gaokao) guidance market. The author identifies that complex admissions policies and the emergence of unregulated AI-driven and influencer-led consulting services have exploited parental anxiety for illicit profit. To curb these practices, the article advocates for closing regulatory loopholes regarding professional credentials, increasing penalties for fraud, and mandating that authorities and universities provide transparent, public-interest admissions data. By institutionalizing oversight and压实 (solidifying) the responsibilities of online platforms, the state aims to eliminate the gray-market incentives that sustain these exploitative practices.
Summary: A Xi'an court recently rejected a father's request to reduce his monthly child support payments from 6,000 to 2,000 RMB following a career change that resulted in lower income. Although the plaintiff argued financial hardship, the court found he had transferred over 3 million RMB to his new girlfriend shortly after his divorce, intentionally depleting his assets despite anticipating a salary decrease. The judge ruled that the father’s voluntary disposal of assets hindered his legal obligation to support his minor child. Consequently, the court reaffirmed that judicial rulings on child support must strictly adhere to the principle of prioritizing the best interests of the minor.
Summary: The 14th Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao Legal Symposium was held in Xiamen on May 28, focusing on deepening legal cooperation to support the high-quality development of the "Maritime Silk Road." China Law Society Party Secretary Wang Hongxiang emphasized that leveraging the "One Country, Two Systems" framework is essential for building a legal system compatible with high-level opening up. The event featured addresses from Macao Secretary for Administration and Justice André Cheong Weng-chon (via video) and Hong Kong Secretary for Justice Paul Lam Ting-kwok, who highlighted their respective jurisdictions' roles in providing international legal services and business support for mainland enterprises. Fujian Provincial CPPCC Vice Chairman Huang Haikun and Xiamen Municipal People’s Congress Standing Committee Director Yang Guohua were also in attendance as local hosts. The proceedings centered on overcoming regulatory disparities in data flows, financial technology, and dispute resolution to facilitate deeper integration within the Greater Bay Area.
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Summary: This article, written by the head of the Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe, outlines strategies for the international promotion of Kunqu opera under the framework of the "Three-Year Action Plan for Theatre Revitalization (2026–2028)." The author advocates for a "point-and-surface" approach that combines high-level international performances at prestigious venues with deep engagement at academic institutions, including the University of Maryland in the United States. Emphasizing the need for cultural sovereignty, the author notes the importance of using the term "Xiqu" to establish an independent aesthetic identity for Chinese opera on the world stage. Finally, the author stresses that effective international outreach requires meticulous preparation and a commitment to fostering emotional resonance with global audiences to ensure the art form’s "living" legacy.
Summary: The Tibet Autonomous Region Film Public Service Center and the China Film Archive have completed a two-year project to digitally restore 33 rare historical films documenting Tibet’s development and social transformation. Faced with severe degradation, including "vinegar syndrome," the restoration team utilized 4K scanning and frame-by-frame digital reconstruction to salvage 1,461 minutes of footage. The project’s culmination, announced on May 25, serves to reinforce the historical narrative of Tibet’s progress and cultural heritage on the 75th anniversary of its peaceful liberation. By preserving these fragile archives, the initiative aims to provide authoritative visual evidence of the region's historical trajectory for future research and analysis.
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By: 新华社记者 郝薇薇 杨依军 本报记者 杜尚泽 胡泽曦
For the first overseas visit of 2026, the destination is a socialist friendly neighbor connected by mountains and rivers, sharing a common destiny—
From June 8 to 9, at the invitation of Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission (国务委员长), Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), paid a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国).
"Respected General Secretary Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平), Pyongyang (平壤) has been waiting for you." As the "most respected distinguished guest" arrived as scheduled, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that this was a "tremendous encouragement" to the Korean side.
The winds of early summer stirred bright flags; the magnificent Arch of Triumph (凯旋门), the broad Kwangbok Street (前卫大街), the solemn China-DPRK Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔)…… In the blink of an eye, seven years have passed. As General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) visited the DPRK (朝鲜) again, there was the warmth of reuniting with an old friend and the joy of witnessing a new look. "High-rise buildings are springing up one after another. In these years, Pyongyang (平壤) has undergone many gratifying changes."
In September 2025, when General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) visited China (中国), he also spoke from the heart: "Over these six years, China (中国) has undergone earth-shaking changes and development, which has deeply touched me."
Both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) have entered a fast track of development, and the world is also undergoing major and profound changes. On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the signing of the *Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the DPRK* (中朝友好合作互助条约), what important message did General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) world-attracting trip to Pyongyang (平壤) convey?
"We are willing to work hand in hand with our Korean comrades to write a new chapter, allowing the traditional China-DPRK friendship to radiate even more brilliant contemporary splendor, and making greater contributions to promoting regional and even world peace, stability, development, and prosperity."
(I)
On the morning of the 8th, copies of the DPRK’s *Rodong Sinmun* (劳动新闻), smelling of fresh ink, were posted on newspaper boards along the streets of Pyongyang (平壤).
The front page of the newspaper carried General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) signed article, "Inheriting the Past and Opening the Future, Forging Ahead Together to Write a New Chapter of Traditional China-DPRK Friendship." Citizens stopped one after another to read it carefully. On the same page, the accompanying editorial was filled with hospitality: "Our people, with brotherly warm and friendly feelings toward the Chinese people, warmly welcome Comrade Xi Jinping’s (习近平) visit again."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) once used the phrase "frequent visits like relatives" to describe the close exchanges between the leaders of the two parties and two countries. From General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) visiting China (中国) three times within 100 days in 2018, to the top leaders of the two parties and countries realizing mutual visits within half a year in 2019, and then holding two historic meetings since last year with an interval of more than 9 months…… one *jiāhuà* (佳话 - "fine story," a widely praised or celebrated event) after another written in the new era highlights the vigorous vitality of the traditional China-DPRK friendship.
The most respected distinguished guest, the most grand courtesy.
Escorted by 21 motorcycle outriders, the car carrying General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) drove from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (平壤顺安国际机场) to Kim Il Sung Square (金日成广场) in the city center. At noon on the 8th, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) held a grand welcoming ceremony there for General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平).
The national flags of China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) flew high, and giant portraits of the top leaders of the two parties and countries were hung in the center of the square. Amidst stirring welcoming music and thunderous cheers, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) shook hands warmly with General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) and his wife Ri Sol Ju (李雪主), who had come forward to greet them. Nine white horses stood solemnly on one side, and cavalrymen in red uniforms stood tall; the Korean side paid tribute to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) with this grand courtesy.
Behind the reviewing stand, the Grand People's Study House (人民大学习堂) stood elegant and magnificent. The majestic national anthem and thunderous salutes echoed as 150 members of the Korean People's Army (朝鲜人民军) honor guard shouted in Korean, "Wishing Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) good health." Innocent children beamed with smiles, colorful balloons danced in the blue sky, fountains on the Taedong River (大同江) leaped with joy, and a thick festive atmosphere rushed toward them.
"Long live the unbreakable DPRK-China friendship and unity," "May DPRK-China friendship be evergreen"…… Red banners connected into a gorgeous long scroll of friendship. There were students, workers, doctors, and civil servants…… People from all walks of life in Pyongyang (平壤), dressed in their best, holding bouquets, spontaneously took to the streets to welcome General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) visit.
China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) are one family; this is engraved in history and even more deeply rooted in people's hearts.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) spent 27 hours in Pyongyang (平壤) with 9 scheduled events; the itinerary was compact, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) accompanied him throughout every event. Personally going to the airport to greet and see him off, personally sending General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife back to their residence…… Each special arrangement was made with heart and emotion.
With white walls and blue tiles, upturned eaves and ridges, lush pines and cypresses, and blooming magnolias, the warm family banquet before departure was specially chosen at a banquet hall in the style of a Korean folk house at the Kumsusan Guest House (锦绣山迎宾馆).
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) expressed special gratitude to General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) for the meticulous arrangements made by the Korean side: "Through this visit, we have felt even more deeply the enthusiasm and friendship of the Korean Party, government, and people toward the Chinese Party, government, and people."
The inheritance of friendship and strategic guidance by top leaders is the greatest advantage of China-DPRK relations. Through repeated in-depth exchanges and cordial interactions, trust has grown deeper, the bond has become stronger, and the future development direction of the relations between the two parties and two countries has become clearer.
On the afternoon of the 8th, in the conference hall of Building No. 1 of the Kumsusan Guest House (锦绣山迎宾馆), the formal talks between General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) lasted more than 20 minutes longer than originally planned.
To strengthen top-level design and strategic guidance, and to promote the China-DPRK relationship to keep pace with the times and achieve greater development, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) put forward four points: adhere to high-level exchanges as guidance to consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust; adhere to the goal of benefiting the people to improve the level of pragmatic cooperation; adhere to the inheritance of friendship as a driving force to tighten the bond of people-to-people connectivity; and adhere to the concept of fairness and justice to enrich the connotation of strategic coordination.
Three "will not change" highlight the consistency of the Chinese side in developing China-DPRK relations: "No matter how the international situation changes, the firm position of the Chinese Party and government in attaching great importance to the traditional China-DPRK friendship will not change; the firm support for Comrade General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the socialist cause of the DPRK (朝鲜) will not change; and the firm determination to safeguard the common interests and good strategic environment of both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) will not change."
"I sincerely thank Comrade General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) for the important opinions put forward on the development of DPRK-China relations in the new era. All departments of the Korean side will work with the Chinese comrades to go all out to fully implement them," General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) solemnly stated. "We will, as always, take the development of DPRK-China relations as the most important primary strategic task of the country and do our utmost to build the DPRK-China relationship into a model of state-to-state relations."
(II)
During General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) trip to Pyongyang (平壤), "history" and "tradition" were high-frequency words. In his signed article, he recalled the fighting friendship during the arduous years and the comradely affection in the development of the socialist cause; at the welcome banquet, he cherished the memory of the older generation of revolutionaries of the two countries who upheld common ideals and beliefs……
The deep look back at history sparked a strong resonance in General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩): "The particularity of the DPRK-China relationship lies not only in the fact that we are neighbors, but more importantly, that both sides possess a profound traditional friendship and common ideals and beliefs, which we cherish and pass on from generation to generation."
Neon lights shone along the Potong River (普通江), and the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium (平壤体育馆) was filled with brilliant light. The Chinese song "Singing for the Motherland" and the Korean song "Glorious Motherland" intertwined and surged. On the evening of the 8th, a literary performance meticulously arranged for General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) visit played a new movement of friendship.
The Chinese song "Jasmine Flower," familiar to the Chinese distinguished guests, the Korean song "Red Flag Fluttering," the song "DPRK-China Friendship is Evergreen" paying tribute to the friendship of the two militaries and peoples in times of adversity, and "A New World" praising the development achievements of China (中国) in the new era…… each moving melody demonstrated the "profound historical accumulation, solid political foundation, and firm emotional bond" of the traditional China-DPRK friendship, vividly proving that "generational friendship, sharing a common destiny, and helping each other are always the distinct characteristics of China-DPRK relations."
The National Acrobatic Troupe of the DPRK (朝鲜国立杂技团), which presented an aerial performance for the Chinese guests, visited China (中国) last autumn to participate in the China Wuqiao International Circus Festival (中国吴桥国际杂技艺术节) and won the highest competition award, the Golden Lion Award.
Humanistic affinity brings people closer. From the steadily improving bilateral trade volume to the increasingly active border trade zones; from the "Chinese language craze" and "Chinese TV drama craze" among young people in the DPRK (朝鲜) to the study-abroad trips of Chinese students to the DPRK (朝鲜)…… for some time, there have been many highlights in China-DPRK exchanges.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) talked about new progress in pragmatic cooperation, such as the "full resumption of border ports, and the restoration of civil aviation flights and international passenger trains." General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) felt deeply: "After my meeting with General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) in Beijing (北京) last September, the relations between the two countries have developed actively in various fields, bringing tangible benefits to the two peoples."
The Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) are both Marxist ruling parties, both committed to achieving national prosperity and the happiness and well-being of the people.
Looking at China (中国), the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) is about to celebrate its 105th anniversary, the "15th Five-Year Plan" has had a good start, and the Chinese people are striving to create a new situation in Chinese-style modernization.
Looking at the DPRK (朝鲜), the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党九大) was successfully held, opening a new era of comprehensive socialist development.
"Deepening the exchange and mutual learning of experience in party and state governance, and leading the socialist cause of the two countries to move from victory to victory" is becoming increasingly important in the relations between the two parties and two countries.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) reached an important consensus: "We must grasp the trend of the times from the strategic height of the future and destiny of socialism, conform to the common aspirations of the two peoples, strengthen high-level exchanges, deepen strategic communication, expand pragmatic cooperation, enhance people-to-people connectivity, promote the high-level development of China-DPRK relations, and work together to open up a more beautiful prospect for the socialist cause of the two countries."
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) expressed earnest expectations: "Strengthening experience exchange and mutual learning through inter-party channels will provide valuable assistance to the development of the DPRK’s (朝鲜) socialist construction cause and help the Korean people move toward the road of modernization together with the Chinese people."
Visiting the Central Cadres School of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党中央干部学校) was an arrangement with profound implications.
The school just celebrated its 80th anniversary, and its new site is located in the lush Kumsusan (锦绣山) area; General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) has visited it many times. The Korean Party has started a new era of party building, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) has repeatedly expressed to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) his hope to learn from the Communist Party of China’s (中国共产党) experience in party building.
The general secretaries of the two parties walked into a lecture hall in Building No. 3 together, where more than 300 students were studying the content of "Development of Relations with Socialist Countries" in the "Foreign Policy of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党)" course. On the computer screens in front of the students, General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) signed article published in *Rodong Sinmun* (劳动新闻) was displayed.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stopped to observe the lecture, nodding in approval from time to time.
Shoveling soil and watering, the general secretaries of the two parties planted a fir tree on the lawn between the teaching buildings. A stone marker stood next to the tree, engraved in both Chinese and Korean with "May China-DPRK friendship be evergreen."
Teachers and students gathered around the general secretaries of the two parties, and applause echoed in the campus for a long time.
(III)
At the foot of Moran Hill (牡丹峰) in Pyongyang (平壤), among the green pines and cypresses, the monument to friendship and peace stands tall. On the morning of the 9th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) came here again after seven years to pay homage to the China-DPRK Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔).
The blooming flowers reflected the solemn inscription: "The immortal achievements you left behind, the internationalist friendship forged with blood by the peoples of the DPRK (朝鲜) and China (中国), will shine forever on this prosperous land."
Walking slowly onto the platform, stepping forward to straighten the ribbons on the flower baskets, and observing a moment of silence for the martyrs of the Chinese People's Volunteers (中国人民志愿军), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) looked solemn.
In the memorial hall of the Friendship Tower (友谊塔), the inscription "Cherish the memory of the martyrs, friendship from generation to generation" written by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) during his 2019 visit was displayed in a prominent position. In 2021, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) instructed a comprehensive internal upgrade and renovation of the Friendship Tower (友谊塔), and now, the exhibits are brand new.
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) introduced the three major exhibition areas to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) one by one: "Resisting U.S. Aggression and Aiding Korea to Protect Our Homes," "Fighting Friendship Forged in Blood," and "The Two Militaries and Peoples Who Shared Life and Death and Shared Bitterness." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) paused for a long time in front of historical photos of the Battle of Unsan (云山大捷), the Battle of Lake Changjin (长津湖之战), and the Battle of Shangganling (上甘岭战役), and in front of the brief biographies of 12 "Heroes of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国)," including Peng Dehuai (彭德怀), Yang Gensi (杨根思), and Qiu Shaoyun (邱少云).
Photos of the renovated Hoechang Chinese People's Volunteers Martyrs' Cemetery (桧仓中国人民志愿军烈士陵园) caught General Secretary Xi Jinping’s (习近平) attention. Inside a Chinese-style hexagonal pavilion with red pillars and green tiles, a stone tablet inscribed with "Everlasting" stood tall. In recent years, under the personal care of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩), the Hoechang (桧仓) and several other volunteer martyrs' cemeteries have regained their glory.
During this trip to Pyongyang (平壤), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) agreed that both sides should jointly maintain the volunteer martyrs' memorial facilities, carry out revolutionary traditional education and youth ideological and moral education with distinctive characteristics, let the great spirit of resisting U.S. aggression and aiding Korea be carried forward, and let the great traditional China-DPRK friendship be passed on from generation to generation.
For the motherland, for the people, and for peace, the "most lovable people" used their bodies to uphold national dignity and used their blood to water the flowers of peace. That "war of nation-founding" that won against the odds fully demonstrated the firm determination of the Chinese people to safeguard world peace and also profoundly shaped the strategic landscape of Asia and even the world after World War II.
In 1961, the older generation of leaders of China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) signed the *Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the DPRK* (中朝友好合作互助条约), laying an important political and legal foundation for consolidating the fighting friendship forged by the peoples of the two countries with blood and promoting lasting friendly cooperation between the two countries. This year marks the 65th anniversary of the signing of the treaty, and General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Both sides should hold grand commemorative activities."
Both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) and their peoples have come through suffering and know that peace is precious.
On the evening of the 8th, the Mokran House (木兰馆) in Pyongyang (平壤) was brightly lit, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) held a welcome banquet for General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). In the center of the banquet table, two sculptures of flying peace doves were lifelike.
In his speech, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) said: "General Secretary Comrade Xi Jinping’s (习近平) visit amidst the ever-changing international situation will become a major event that accelerates the comprehensive development of DPRK-China friendly and cooperative relations in the new era and makes significant contributions to regional and even world peace and security."
He came for China-DPRK friendship, and also for regional and world peace and prosperity.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) stated: "We must conform to the trend of the times, strengthen strategic communication and coordination, jointly safeguard the international system with the United Nations (联合国) at its core and the international order based on international law, oppose hegemonism and power politics, and oppose all plots and acts that revive militarism and endanger regional security and stability."
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) responded firmly: "The concept of a community with a shared future for mankind (人类命运共同体) and the four major global initiatives proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) have profound significance for promoting world peace and development and have received the support and appreciation of the people of the world." "The Korean side will unswervingly adhere to the one-China principle and firmly support the policies and positions of China (中国) in safeguarding its core interests."
On the afternoon of the 9th, the sky cleared after the rain. The special plane carrying General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) took off from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (平壤顺安国际机场). General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) and his wife Ri Sol Ju (李雪主), along with thousands of Pyongyang (平壤) citizens and children, came to see them off, waving for a long time.
Looking down from the air, it was the busy farming season; the fields were a fresh green, full of vitality.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10—From June 8 to 9, 2026, at the invitation of Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国), Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国), paid a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国). As the visit concluded, Liu Haixing (刘海星), Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央对外联络部), briefed the accompanying journalists on the visit.
Liu Haixing (刘海星) stated that this visit was the first state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国) by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) in seven years, and his first overseas trip this year, marking another moment where global diplomacy has entered a "China Moment." The visit coincided with the 65th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝友好合作互助条约). Facing a once-in-a-century transformation accelerating and an international situation characterized by intertwined changes and turbulence, the top leaders of both sides have taken a long-term view, carried forward the past to open up the future, sought development together, and promoted peace together, injecting new contemporary meaning and strong momentum into the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝), which holds significant milestone significance in the history of the development of China-DPRK relations.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) engaged in extensive and in-depth communication, including formal talks, a relaxed stroll, and cordial family-style interactions. The two sides discussed the grand plans for the development of China-DPRK relations, talked about the bright future of the socialist cause in both countries, and reached a series of new and important consensuses. As General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) said during his talks with General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), the DPRK side regards General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) as the most respected guest of the Korean people and has accorded him the most grand and warm welcome. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) personally went to the airport to greet him, held a grand welcoming ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square (金日成广场), and accompanied General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) throughout his visit in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜). The DPRK side also meticulously arranged a spectacular cultural performance for this visit. Wherever General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) went, crowds of welcoming people applauded and cheered, and pedestrians on the road stopped to wave at the passing motorcade. These scenes and smiling faces allowed us to fully feel the sincerity and dedication of the DPRK side toward this visit by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), the sincere friendship of the Korean people toward the Chinese people, and the profound foundation and solid roots of the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝).
Liu Haixing (刘海星) pointed out that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) based this visit on bilateral relations while looking at the world, opening up new prospects for China-DPRK relations and adding positive energy to peace and development. Domestic and international public opinion has highly praised the visit, generally believing that the timing of the visit was critical, its strategic significance and influence far exceeded the bilateral scope, and it fully demonstrated China's responsibility as a major power and its international influence. The visit was a complete success, with the main achievements reflected in three aspects:
I. The top leaders of the two parties and two countries hold the helm, pointing out the general direction for the development of China-DPRK relations with the times.
The strategic guidance of the top leaders is the greatest advantage and fundamental guarantee of China-DPRK relations. Last year, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) attended the commemorative activities for the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The top leaders of the two parties and two countries held a meeting, opening a new situation for the development of China-DPRK relations. Less than a year later, the top leaders of both sides realized mutual visits, further promoting the development of China-DPRK relations in step with the times. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) comprehensively expounded on important views on developing China-DPRK relations in the new era, emphasizing that no matter how the international situation changes, the firm position of the Chinese party and government in attaching great importance to the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) will not change, the firm support for General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the socialist cause of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) will not change, and the firm determination to safeguard the common interests and good strategic environment of both China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) will not change. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) chose Pyongyang (平壤) for his first overseas visit this year, which reflects the high importance and friendly feelings toward DPRK-China relations and is a great encouragement to the DPRK side. The uniqueness of the two countries lies not only in the fact that we are neighbors, but also in the fact that both sides share a profound traditional friendship and common ideals and beliefs, which we cherish and pass on from generation to generation.
The top leaders of both sides agreed to continue to maintain close strategic communication through meetings, as well as exchanging letters, telegrams, oral messages, and sending special envoys, to continuously inject contemporary meaning into China-DPRK relations. Both sides highly evaluated the major significance of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝友好合作互助条约) for developing China-DPRK relations and safeguarding regional and world peace and stability, and decided to jointly commemorate the 65th anniversary of the signing of the treaty. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) visited the China-DPRK Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔) again after seven years to revisit history, pay tribute to the martyrs, and carry forward friendship; he also published a signed article in major media in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) titled "Carrying Forward the Past and Opening Up the Future, Forging Ahead Together to Write a New Chapter of Traditional Friendship Between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝)," comprehensively planning the bright future of China-DPRK relations.
II. Deepening practical cooperation and friendly exchanges in various fields, injecting new momentum into the socialist cause of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝).
China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) are both socialist countries led by communist parties, and being friendly for generations, sharing a common destiny, and helping each other are always the distinct characteristics of China-DPRK relations. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) congratulated the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) on the successful holding of its 9th Congress and the 15th Supreme People's Assembly (最高人民会议), and highly praised the development achieved by General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the party and people of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) in strengthening party building, developing the economy, and improving people's livelihoods. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that the relationship between the two parties plays an important leading role in the development of China-DPRK relations, and under the new situation, he hopes that the two parties will more actively carry out friendly exchanges at all levels, deepen the exchange of experience in party and state governance, and continuously consolidate the political and public opinion foundation for the development of bilateral relations and the socialist cause of the two countries. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) also visited the Central Cadre Training School of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝党中央干部学校) accompanied by General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩), and they planted a fir tree together. The fir tree is evergreen all year round, symbolizing that the friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) will last forever. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) sincerely thanked General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) for his immediate call to congratulate him on being elected as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission, introduced the relevant situation of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and the 15th Supreme People's Assembly (最高人民会议), and stated that the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) has opened a new era. The DPRK side congratulated the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) on the upcoming 105th anniversary of its founding, wished the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) to lead the Chinese people to achieve new and greater achievements on the road to realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and hoped to strengthen experience exchange through inter-party channels and move toward the path of modernization together with the Chinese people.
This year is the opening year of China's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) and also the first year for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) to implement the decision-making and deployment of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党). The top leaders of both sides made specific plans for the next step of practical cooperation and friendly exchanges in various fields between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝), and agreed to strengthen the alignment of development strategies, expand practical cooperation in economy, trade, agriculture, construction, science and technology, medical and health care, etc., strengthen friendly exchanges in education, literature and art, tourism, sports, media, youth, local areas, and sister cities, promote high-level connectivity, facilitate personnel and economic and trade exchanges, let the development results better benefit the people of the two countries, and let the tree of traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) be more deeply rooted and lush, full of vitality.
III. Firmly grasping the trend of the times and the general trend of history, adding positive energy to promoting regional and world peace and development.
Promoting long-term regional stability and creating a peaceful and stable development environment is the common pursuit of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝). During this visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) exchanged in-depth views on the current international and regional situation, emphasizing that facing the great changes unseen in a century, China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) should strengthen strategic communication and coordination, firmly defend their respective sovereignty, security, and development interests, jointly safeguard regional peace and development, and create better external conditions for the socialist cause of the two countries. Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that in recent years, the international community has been experiencing unprecedented and huge changes. The concept of a community with a shared future for mankind (人类命运共同体) and the four major global initiatives (四大全球倡议) proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) have profound significance for promoting world peace and development and have been supported and praised by the people of the world. Consolidating and developing the friendship between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) and China (中国) in the new era is the choice of the people and the need of the times, and it is the unchanging strategic choice and firm strategic will of the DPRK side. The DPRK side, as always, regards the development of DPRK-China relations as the most important first strategic task of the country, will do its utmost to build DPRK-China relations into a model of state-to-state relations, and jointly contribute to the peace and prosperity of the region and the world.
Liu Haixing (刘海星) finally said, "风云变幻 (fēng yún biàn huàn - 'wind clouds change,' referring to a volatile and unpredictable situation), we must firmly walk the right path of the world; 沧海横流 (cāng hǎi héng liú - 'vast sea flows across,' referring to a time of great chaos or crisis), we must hold high the long sail of justice together." The Chinese people have always stood firmly on the right side of history and on the side of human civilization and progress, always held high the banner of peace, development, cooperation, and win-win results, and are willing to work with the people of all countries to follow the trend of the times, grasp the general trend of history, jointly promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind (人类命运共同体), and make greater contributions to the noble cause of promoting human peace and development.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 周 欢 李佩阳
In June, walking into Shenshan Village (神山村), Maoping Town (茅坪镇), Jinggangshan City (井冈山市), Ji'an (吉安), Jiangxi (江西), one sees emerald bamboo swaying across the mountains and yellow peaches hanging heavy on the branches.
In the bamboo product workshop of villager Zuo Xiangyun (左香云), a fully automatic engraving machine runs rapidly. "Relying on these bamboo products, I can earn over 100,000 yuan a year!" Zuo Xiangyun (左香云) said.
"This was once a remote and impoverished area, but now it has changed its appearance." Peng Zhanyang (彭展阳), Party Branch Secretary of Shenshan Village (神山村), introduced that through the development of characteristic industries and rural tourism, the village's collective economy and operating income have grown year by year. "Last year, the village's collective income reached 1.06 million yuan, and the villagers' pockets are getting fuller and fuller."
The development of old revolutionary base areas has always been a matter of deep concern for General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). In February 2016, when General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) inspected Shenshan Village (神山村), he told the villagers: "Our Party is a party that serves the people wholeheartedly. We will continue to vigorously support the development of old revolutionary base areas so that the villagers' lives will get better and better." In October 2023, during his inspection in Jiangxi (江西), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Ensuring that the people in old revolutionary base areas share the fruits of reform and development and live a happy life is the bottom-line task for promoting common prosperity for all the people."
Jinggangshan (井冈山) is the cradle of the Chinese revolution. More than 90 years ago, the older generation of revolutionaries established the first rural revolutionary base in Jinggangshan (井冈山), and the Chinese revolution saw the dawn of victory. By deeply implementing the spirit of the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), Ji'an City (吉安市) has vigorously promoted the Jinggangshan Spirit (井冈山精神), solidly pushed forward comprehensive rural revitalization, and steadily moved toward common prosperity, allowing the old revolutionary base area to radiate new vitality.
In comprehensive rural revitalization, industrial revitalization is the top priority. Today's Ji'an City (吉安市) produces good agricultural products thanks to its good mountains and waters, but it once faced problems such as small, scattered, and weak industries, low added value, and unstable sales channels.
How to break the deadlock? Ji'an City (吉安市) has cultivated brands according to local conditions, turning its advantages into competitiveness: creating the "Jinggangshan" (井冈山) regional public brand for agricultural products, and promoting standardization, scale, and marketization through branding.
"By planting according to standards and selling by creating brands, the selling price of yellow peaches has increased by 20%!" said Luo Lingen (罗林根), a villager in Shenshan Village (神山村). In 2025, the sales volume of the "Jinggangshan" (井冈山) regional public brand for agricultural products reached 20.682 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 58%. Currently, Ji'an City (吉安市) has formed 118 modern agricultural industrialization consortia.
In the workshop of Xingan County Hesheng Luggage Co., Ltd. (新干县禾晟箱包有限公司), in front of a sewing machine, Deng Xiaofeng (邓小凤), a villager living in Dongguo Village (东郭村), Qiqin Town (七琴镇), skillfully stitches. "The monthly income is considerable, and I can take care of both work and family." The luggage industry in Xingan County (新干县) has gathered 615 related enterprises, with products sold to more than 100 countries and regions, driving employment for nearly 30,000 people.
The Jinggangshan Economic and Technological Development Zone (井冈山经开区) is working with Ji'an County (吉安县) and Jishui County (吉水县) to build an electronic information industry cluster; Yongxin County (永新县) is developing the microfiber composite new material industry; Xiajiang County (峡江县) is focusing on building a highland for the biomedical industry... Ji'an City (吉安市) has anchored its six leading industries, with counties and districts showing their strengths and blossoming everywhere.
On the road to common prosperity, "not a single person can be left behind." Ji'an City (吉安市) has established a "person-to-person, household-to-household" monitoring and early warning mechanism, analyzing the risk points of returning to poverty or falling into poverty for each household, and implementing targeted assistance measures. It has built 2,815 industrial support bases, driving income growth for 84,000 households that have been lifted out of poverty and monitored households. In 2025, the per capita disposable income of rural residents in Ji'an City (吉安市) reached 23,731 yuan, an increase of 43.9% compared to 2020.
"Keeping in mind the earnest instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), on the new journey, Ji'an (吉安) will continue to vigorously promote the Jinggangshan Spirit (井冈山精神), continuously enhance the endogenous driving force for development, develop and strengthen the characteristic county economy, make every effort to promote high-quality development, and let the people in the old revolutionary base area live a happier and better life," said Yan Yun (严允), Secretary of the Ji'an Municipal Party Committee (吉安市委).
Return to TopXinhua News Agency (新华社), Zhengzhou (郑州), June 10 — Li Xi (李希), Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局常委) and Secretary of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委书记), conducted a research tour in Henan (河南) from the 8th to the 10th. He emphasized that discipline inspection and supervision organs must deeply study and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era (习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想), profoundly grasp the decisive significance of the "Two Affirmations" (两个确立), resolutely achieve the "Two Maintenances" (两个维护), earnestly implement the deployments of the Fifth Plenary Session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委五次全会), solidly carry out study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of political achievements, continuously strengthen the standardization, legalization, and regularization of discipline inspection and supervision work, and serve and guarantee a good start for the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) with new achievements in the high-quality development of discipline inspection and supervision work.
Li Xi (李希) visited Zhengzhou Coal Mining Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (郑州煤矿机械集团有限责任公司) and Kaifeng Grain Industry Group Co., Ltd. (开封粮食产业集团有限公司), where he engaged in in-depth exchanges with cadres and the public to hear their opinions and suggestions on rectifying conduct, enforcing discipline, and fighting corruption. He pointed out that this year marks the beginning of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), and discipline inspection and supervision organs must strengthen political oversight around strategic tasks such as developing new quality productive forces according to local conditions and ensuring national food security, so as to ensure that the major decisions and deployments of the CPC Central Committee (党中央) are implemented. At the Yellow River Beach Park (黄河滩地公园), Li Xi (李希) requested the in-depth implementation of Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization (习近平生态文明思想), using forceful oversight to safeguard the ecological protection and high-quality development of the Yellow River Basin (黄河流域). In Zhangzhuang Village (张庄村), Dongbatou Town (东坝头镇), Lankao County (兰考县), Li Xi (李希) emphasized the need to address misconduct and corruption around the masses with a 钉钉子精神 (dīng dīng zi jīng shén - "nailing a nail spirit," to work with persistent, focused, and steady effort), strictly punish "fly-level corruption and ant-sized graft" (蝇贪蚁腐), and continuously enhance the masses' sense of gain, happiness, and security. Li Xi (李希) also visited the Kaifeng Municipal Bureau of Justice (开封市司法局), emphasizing the need to uphold and develop the "Fengqiao Experience" (枫桥经验) of the new era and to give full play to the role of the rule of law in regulating and guaranteeing social governance.
At the Henan Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection and Supervision (省纪委监委), Li Xi (李希) learned in detail about the progress of the "Year of Standardization, Legalization, and Regularization of Discipline Inspection and Supervision Work" (纪检监察工作规范化法治化正规化建设年) action and visited discipline inspection and supervision cadres. During the research, Li Xi (李希) presided over a symposium, emphasizing that discipline inspection and supervision organs must deeply implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important speech at the Fifth Plenary Session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委五次全会), implement the important requirements of "three mores" (三个更加), and promote comprehensive and strict Party governance with higher standards and more practical measures. It is necessary to unswervingly shoulder the major political responsibility of the "Two Maintenances" (两个维护), strictly enforce political discipline and election discipline, ensure that the orders and prohibitions of the CPC Central Committee (党中央) are followed, and ensure that the transition period is clean and upright; unswervingly strengthen the institutional governance of power and the use of power in accordance with regulations, and implement strict requirements throughout the entire process of formulating Party regulations, conducting Party discipline education, and supervising the enforcement of discipline; and unswervingly follow the path of anti-corruption with Chinese characteristics, maintain a high-pressure stance on punishment, deepen the investigation and treatment of both conduct and corruption, and continuously improve the comprehensive effectiveness of the "three non-corruptions" (三不腐) of not daring to be corrupt, not being able to be corrupt, and not wanting to be corrupt, while addressing both symptoms and root causes. It is necessary to promote the study and education of establishing and practicing a correct view of political achievements to go deeper and become more practical, carrying the requirements of "deep study," the attitude of "true investigation," and the orientation of "practical reform" through to the end, and to target and rectify various deviations in the view of political achievements. It is necessary to continuously advance the "three-standardization" (三化) construction year action, strengthen organizational leadership, focus on key breakthroughs, and solidify the promotion of work through construction, so as to push for the high-quality development of discipline inspection and supervision work.
Li Xi (李希) also visited the Jiao Yulu Memorial Hall (焦裕禄同志纪念馆) and the Henan Jiao Yulu Cadre Academy (河南焦裕禄干部学院), where he paid respects to the advanced deeds of Comrade Jiao Yulu (焦裕禄). He requested that discipline inspection and supervision cadres vigorously learn from and carry forward the Jiao Yulu Spirit (焦裕禄精神), continue the red gene, practice the purpose of serving the people, and remain unswervingly loyal guardians of the Party and the people.
Return to TopXinhua News Agency (新华社), Beijing (北京), June 10—In accordance with the overall deployment of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央) to carry out study and education on establishing and practicing a correct view of political achievements throughout the Party, four central guidance groups (中央指导组) that were dispatched again have recently completed their entry into 10 localities and units.
At the introductory meetings, each central guidance group (中央指导组) put forward requirements for deeply studying and implementing the spirit of the important speeches and instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), notified the responsibilities, tasks, work arrangements, and specific requirements of the continuously dispatched central guidance groups (中央指导组), listened to reports on the progress of study and education, and studied and deployed guidance and supervision work.
The heads of each central guidance group (中央指导组) emphasized that the relevant localities and units must improve their political standing, profoundly understand the political considerations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央) in continuing to dispatch guidance groups (中央指导组), unify their thinking and action with the decision-making and deployment of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央), and effectively enhance their consciousness and firmness in grasping study and education. It is necessary to focus closely on the implementation of the decision-making and deployment of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央) and the spirit of the important instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), improve ideological understanding, rectify prominent problems, establish sound systems and rules, consolidate political responsibilities, strive to improve the quality and efficiency of guidance and supervision work, and promote the orderly and effective development of study and education.
The main persons in charge of the Party committees (Party groups) (党委（党组）) of the relevant localities and units stated that they firmly support the important deployment of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央) to continue dispatching central guidance groups (中央指导组), regard accepting guidance and supervision as an important starting point for promoting the deepening and solidifying of study and education, fully support and actively cooperate with the work of the central guidance groups (中央指导组), and with higher standards and stricter measures, 一体推进 (yī tǐ tuī jìn - "integrated advancement," to promote multiple tasks or aspects simultaneously as a unified whole) study, inspection, and reform, truly transforming the achievements of study and education into actual results that promote high-quality development in their respective regions and units.
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971 agricultural product brands have been awarded the "Green Yunnan Products" (绿色云品) title; the installed capacity of green energy has exceeded 155 million kilowatts, ranking among the top in the country; and new business models such as "Ecology + Cultural Tourism" (生态+文旅) and "Ecology + Research Study" (生态+研学) are 蒸蒸日上 (zhēng zhēng rì shàng - "steaming steaming day upward," flourishing and developing rapidly). In June, the "Land of Colorful Clouds in the South" (云南 - Yunnan) features blue skies, clear water, and lush greenery, showcasing the beauty of green development.
In March 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out during his inspection of Yunnan (云南): "Yunnan (云南) holds an important ecological position. It must unswervingly follow the path of prioritizing ecology and green development, and build a firm ecological security barrier in the southwest of our country."
Deeply implementing the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions, Yunnan (云南) has closely focused on its strategic positioning as a "vanguard of ecological civilization construction" (生态文明建设排头兵), transforming its ecological endowments into surging momentum for green development and laying a solid green foundation for high-quality development.
Developing green agriculture, protecting green mountains and clear waters—
On the southern shore of Dianchi Lake (滇池), flowers are in full bloom. Jinning District (晋宁区) of Kunming City (昆明市) produces 5.8 billion stems of fresh-cut flowers annually, making it an important production area for fresh-cut flowers in China (中国).
The "beauty industry" once brought pollution: in the past, open-air flower cultivation and flood irrigation were the norm, and unabsorbed water and fertilizer flowed into the Dianchi Lake (滇池) basin, leading to severe eutrophication of the water body.
How can protection and development be coordinated and advanced together?
At the Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Jinning Flower Industry Modernization Demonstration Park (云天化花匠铺晋宁花卉产业现代化示范园), drip irrigation pipes are densely laid, with precisely proportioned nutrient solutions flowing through them. "The park adopts soilless cultivation and an integrated water and fertilizer recycling system. The new model saves 30% of water and 50% of fertilizer compared to the past," introduced Zhu Zhen (朱震), assistant to the general manager of Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Technology Co., Ltd. (云天化花匠铺科技有限责任公司). Unabsorbed fertilizer and water are all returned, treated, and then recycled.
Jinning District (晋宁区) has comprehensively promoted water and fertilizer integrated recycling technology, building 38 green production demonstration bases and over 10,000 mu of high-standard facility flower bases; Dali City (大理市) has explored green ecological rice planting models, reducing water pollution by optimizing fertilizer structures and building ecological ditch interception systems, with a promotion area of over 130,000 mu in the Erhai Lake (洱海) basin... Yunnan (云南) is vigorously developing green and efficient modern facility agriculture, making green production a prevailing trend in the fields.
By developing green agriculture, non-point source pollution in key plateau lake basins in Yunnan (云南) has been effectively controlled. The water quality of the entire Dianchi Lake (滇池) has remained at Class IV for eight consecutive years and continues to improve. The excellent rate of the 35 rivers flowing into the lake has increased from 51.43% at the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" (十三五) to 81.8% today, and the excellent water quality rate of the 27 main rivers flowing into Erhai Lake (洱海) has reached 100%.
Leveraging green electricity advantages, industry moves toward green and new—
The stadium lights are as bright as day, and cheers erupt in waves.
The Yunnan Provincial City Football League (云南省城市足球联赛) is in full swing, with the entire competition using renewable energy such as hydropower, wind power, and photovoltaic power. "Hosting events with green electricity" (绿电办赛) is a microcosm of Yunnan (云南) leveraging its clean energy advantages to promote the low-carbon transformation of industrial development.
Yunnan's (云南) total developable green energy is 200 million kilowatts, accounting for about 20% of the national total; among the province's 167 million kilowatts of total installed power capacity, green energy accounts for over 90%, and green energy traded electricity accounts for over 80%. The advantage of green energy is being transformed into an industrial advantage, with the integrated development of "Green Electricity + Advanced Manufacturing" (绿电+先进制造业) rising rapidly.
"Over 80% of the electricity used by the enterprise comes from clean energy," said Yang Yanwei (杨艳威), energy business manager of the Equipment Department of Yunnan Aluminium Co., Ltd. (云南铝业股份有限公司). While achieving emission reductions, the company can also enhance its international recognition.
Green electricity empowerment is cultivating industrial clusters worth hundreds of billions of yuan, such as green aluminum, silicon photovoltaics, and new energy batteries; the output value of green energy-related industries has grown to about 400 billion yuan, becoming the "pillar" (顶梁柱) of Yunnan's (云南) industrial development.
Practicing the "Two Mountains" (两山) philosophy, good ecology transforms into good business models—
The Yuanyang Hani Terraces (元阳哈尼梯田), where rice seedlings have just been planted, are full of greenery. On the ridges, students pick up brushes to paint the beautiful scenery.
Relying on its millennium-old agricultural heritage, Yuanyang County (元阳县) has developed new business models such as agricultural research studies and residential tourism, attracting tourists to experience them. In the first quarter, it received over 1.8 million tourists, a year-on-year increase of 9.89%.
Regions across Yunnan (云南) are constantly broadening the paths for the transformation of the "Two Mountains" (两山) philosophy, basing themselves on ecological advantages to cultivate new drivers of development.
North of the Jinsha River (金沙江), the barren hills in Huaping County (华坪县), Lijiang City (丽江市), once formed by coal mining, are now planted with rows of mango trees.
"In the past, we relied solely on coal, but now we 'generate gold from green'," said Sun Faming (孙发明), full-time deputy director of the Agriculture Office of the Huaping County Party Committee (华坪县委农办). Today, the county's mango planting area is 459,000 mu, and the annual per capita fresh fruit income of fruit farmers is 32,600 yuan. Huaping County (华坪县) has been listed as a "Lucid waters and lush mountains are invaluable assets" (绿水青山就是金山银山) practice and innovation base.
Lancang Lahu Autonomous County (澜沧拉祜族自治县) protects the ancient tea forest ecosystem of Jingmai Mountain (景迈山) and develops tea-tourism integration; Yingjiang County (盈江县) protects forest resources and develops the bird-watching industry according to local conditions... Continuing to explore new paths for the transformation of the "Two Mountains" (两山) philosophy, Yunnan (云南) has created 23 national ecological civilization construction demonstration zones. Yunnan Province (云南省) has clarified that by the end of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), green production and lifestyles will be basically formed, greater achievements will be made in biodiversity protection, green and low-carbon development, and ecological protection and restoration, the water quality of plateau lakes and the six major water systems will continue to improve, and the quality of the ecological environment will be comprehensively improved.
"Keeping in mind General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) earnest instructions, Yunnan (云南) is coordinating the promotion of carbon reduction, pollution reduction, green expansion, and growth, striving to blaze a new path of green development characterized by ecological beauty, industrial prosperity, and wealthy people," said Wang Ning (王宁), Secretary of the Yunnan Provincial Party Committee (云南省委).
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Xinhua News Agency (新华社), Chongqing (重庆), June 10—The 5th Global Media Innovation Forum (全球媒体创新论坛) was held in Chongqing (重庆) on the 10th. Li Shulei (李书磊), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局) and Head of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee (中宣部), attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech via video link. Yuan Jiajun (袁家军), member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee (中共中央政治局) and Secretary of the Chongqing Municipal Committee (重庆市委), attended the opening ceremony and delivered a speech.
Attendees believed that under the guidance of the spirit of the congratulatory letter from President Xi Jinping (习近平) to the first Global Media Innovation Forum (全球媒体创新论坛), the forum has gathered wisdom and strength from all sides, becoming an important platform for media from various countries to deepen exchanges and learn from each other. The new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation, represented by artificial intelligence, is constantly giving birth to new modes of production, life, learning, and work. The "Artificial Intelligence +" (人工智能+) action currently being implemented by China provides new opportunities and opens up new spaces for development and cooperation between China and the world.
Attendees stated that artificial intelligence is bringing comprehensive and profound impacts to the media landscape and public opinion ecology. It is necessary to promote the full-scale empowerment of artificial intelligence in fields such as news reporting, cultural communication, and public services, and to accelerate media transformation through innovative development. We must work together to promote the common values of all mankind, build international consensus on global artificial intelligence governance, and promote the development of digital intelligence technology that is people-oriented and acts for the good. We must deeply practice the Global Civilization Initiative (全球文明倡议), actively build platforms for online civilization exchange and mutual learning, and promote the connectivity of people's hearts. It is not a matter of 纸上谈兵 (zhǐ shàng tán bīng - "on-paper discuss soldiers," to engage in empty theorizing without practical application); rather, we must take concrete actions to ensure technology serves humanity.
This forum was co-hosted by the China Media Group (中央广播电视总台) and the Chongqing Municipal People's Government (重庆市人民政府), with the theme "Adherence and Reshaping: Media Mission in the Intelligent Era." Approximately 300 representatives from relevant national government departments, international organizations, media institutions, Chinese and foreign think tanks, and multinational corporations attended the event.
Return to TopThe Chinese side is willing to work with the North Korean (朝鲜) side to implement the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and two countries, allowing the traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) to radiate an even more brilliant contemporary luster, and to make greater contributions to promoting regional and even world peace, stability, development, and prosperity.
From June 8 to 9, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国) Xi Jinping (习近平) paid a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国). This visit was the first state visit to North Korea (朝鲜) by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) in seven years, as well as his first overseas visit this year, marking another entry of global diplomacy into the "China Moment." During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) discussed the traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝), deliberated on the grand plan for the development of China-North Korea (中朝) relations, reached an important consensus on developing China-North Korea (中朝) relations in the new era, and exchanged in-depth views on maintaining regional and world peace and stability, injecting new contemporary connotations and strong momentum into the traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝).
The traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) is rooted in the shared ideals, beliefs, and goals of both sides, possessing deep historical accumulation, a solid political foundation, and firm emotional bonds; it is a precious treasure shared by the two parties, the two countries, and the two peoples. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that no matter how the international situation changes, the firm position of the Chinese party and government in attaching great importance to the traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) will not change, the firm support for Comrade General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the socialist cause of North Korea (朝鲜) will not change, and the firm determination to safeguard the common interests and good strategic environment of both China (中) and North Korea (朝) will not change. These three "will not change" demonstrate that maintaining, consolidating, and developing the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) is always the unswerving policy of the Chinese party and government, further consolidating the foundation for promoting the high-level development of China-North Korea (中朝) relations.
The strategic guidance of the top leaders is the greatest advantage and fundamental guarantee of the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝). In recent years, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) have maintained close strategic communication and jointly mapped out the blueprint for the development of China-North Korea (中朝) relations. During this visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) put forward four points of opinion on developing China-North Korea (中朝) relations: adhere to high-level exchanges as guidance to consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust; adhere to benefiting the people as the goal to improve the level of practical cooperation; adhere to the inheritance of friendship as the driving force to tighten the bonds of people-to-people connectivity; and adhere to fairness and justice as the philosophy to enrich the connotations of strategic coordination. These "four adherences" are both 高屋建瓴 (gāo wū jiàn líng - "high house build ridge," standing on high ground to have a broad perspective; visionary and strategic) and clear in path, pointing out the direction for promoting the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) to keep pace with the times and achieve greater development. This year marks the 65th anniversary of the signing of the "Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and North Korea" (中朝友好合作互助条约). Both sides highly evaluated the major significance of the treaty in developing China-North Korea (中朝) relations and maintaining regional and world peace and stability, and decided to jointly commemorate the 65th anniversary of its signing.
Both China (中) and North Korea (朝) are socialist countries led by the Communist Party; friendship from generation to generation, sharing a common destiny, and helping each other are always the distinct characteristics of the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝). General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that the relationship between the two parties plays an important leading role in the development of the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝). Under the new situation, it is hoped that the two parties will more actively carry out friendly exchanges at all levels, deepen the exchange of experience in party and state governance, and continuously consolidate the political and public opinion foundation for the development of bilateral relations and the socialist cause of both countries. This year is the opening year of China's (中国) "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), and also the first year for North Korea (朝鲜) to implement the decisions and plans of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党). The top leaders of both sides made specific plans for the next steps of practical cooperation and friendly exchanges in various fields between China (中) and North Korea (朝), agreed to strengthen the alignment of development strategies, expand practical cooperation in economy, trade, agriculture, construction, science and technology, medical care and health, etc., strengthen friendly exchanges in education, literature and art, tourism, sports, media, youth, local regions, and sister cities, promote high-level connectivity, facilitate personnel and economic and trade exchanges, let the development achievements better benefit the two peoples, and let the tree of traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) be more deeply rooted and lush, full of vitality. After seven years, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) again visited the China-North Korea Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔) to revisit history, cherish the memory of the martyrs, and inherit the friendship. Accompanied by General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) also visited the Central Cadre School of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党中央干部学校), where they jointly held shovels to cultivate soil and carried water to irrigate, planting a fir tree symbolizing the endless life of the friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝).
Promoting long-term peace and stability in the region and creating a peaceful and stable development environment is the common pursuit of both China (中) and North Korea (朝). Facing the accelerating changes of the century and the turbulent international situation, the top leaders of both sides looked from a high vantage point, carried forward the past and opened up the future, sought development together, and promoted peace together. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) exchanged in-depth views on the current international and regional situation, emphasizing that China (中) and North Korea (朝) should strengthen strategic communication and coordination, firmly defend their respective sovereignty, security, and development interests, jointly safeguard regional peace and development, and create better external conditions for the socialist cause of both countries. Asia (亚洲) is the place where China (中), North Korea (朝), and other regional countries live and work. The strengthening of strategic coordination and cooperation between China (中) and North Korea (朝), and working together to uphold international fairness and justice, will inject stability into long-term regional peace and stability and world peace and development.
Amidst the changing winds and clouds, we firmly walk the right path of the world; when the vast sea is in turmoil, we jointly hold up the long sail of justice. This visit by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) has a significant milestone meaning in the history of the development of the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝). Currently, the relationship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) is facing new development opportunities and bearing new missions of the era. The Chinese side is willing to work with the North Korean (朝鲜) side to implement the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and two countries, allowing the traditional friendship between China (中) and North Korea (朝) to radiate an even more brilliant contemporary luster, and to make greater contributions to promoting regional and even world peace, stability, development, and prosperity.
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 郝薇薇 杨依军 本报记者 杜尚泽 胡泽曦
The first overseas visit of 2026, heading to a socialist friendly neighbor connected by mountains and rivers, sharing a common destiny—
From June 8 to 9, at the invitation of Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission (国务委员长), Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), paid a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国).
"Respected General Secretary Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平), Pyongyang (平壤) has been waiting for you." As the "most respected guest" arrived as scheduled, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that this was a "tremendous encouragement" to the DPRK side.
The wind of early summer stirred rows of vibrant flags; the majestic Arch of Triumph (凯旋门), the broad Kwangbok Street (前卫大街), and the solemn Sino-Korean Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔)... Seven years have passed in the blink of an eye. As General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) visited the DPRK again, there was the warmth of reuniting with an old friend and the joy of witnessing a new look. "High-rise buildings are springing up one after another; in these years, Pyongyang (平壤) has undergone many gratifying changes."
In September 2025, when General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) visited China (中国), he also spoke from the heart: "In these six years, China (中国) has undergone earth-shaking changes and development, which has deeply touched me."
Both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) have entered a fast track of development, and the world is also undergoing major and profound changes. On the 65th anniversary of the signing of the "Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between the People's Republic of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea" (中朝友好合作互助条约), what important messages did General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) world-renowned trip to Pyongyang (平壤) convey?
"We are willing to work hand in hand with our Korean comrades to write a new chapter, allowing the traditional China-DPRK friendship to radiate even more brilliant contemporary glory, and making greater contributions to promoting regional and even world peace, stability, development, and prosperity."
(I)
On the morning of the 8th, copies of the DPRK's "Rodong Sinmun" (劳动新闻), smelling of fresh ink, were posted on newspaper boards on the streets of Pyongyang (平壤).
The front page of the newspaper published a signed article by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) titled "Inheriting the Past and Opening the Future, Forging Ahead Together, and Writing a New Chapter for the Traditional China-DPRK Friendship." Citizens stopped one after another to read it carefully. On the same page, an accompanying editorial was filled with hospitality: "Our people, with brotherly warm and friendly feelings toward the Chinese people, warmly welcome Comrade Xi Jinping's (习近平) visit again."
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) once used the phrase "visiting each other frequently like relatives" to describe the close exchanges between the leaders of the two parties and two countries. From General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) visiting China (中国) three times within 100 days in 2018, to the top leaders of the two parties and two countries realizing mutual visits within half a year in 2019, and then the two historic meetings held since last year with an interval of more than 9 months... one success story after another written in the new era highlights the vigorous vitality of the traditional China-DPRK friendship.
The most respected guest, the most grand courtesy.
Escorted by 21 motorcycle outriders, the car carrying General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) drove from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (平壤顺安国际机场) to Kim Il Sung Square (金日成广场) in the city center. At noon on the 8th, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) held a grand welcome ceremony there for General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平).
The national flags of China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) flew high, and huge portraits of the top leaders of the two parties and two countries were hung in the center of the square. Amidst stirring welcome music and cheers like a tidal wave, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) shook hands warmly with General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) and his wife Ri Sol Ju (李雪主), who came forward to greet them. Nine white horses stood solemnly on one side, and red-clad cavalry stood tall; the DPRK side paid tribute to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) with this grand courtesy.
Behind the reviewing stand, the Grand People's Study House (人民大学习堂) stood elegant and magnificent. The majestic national anthem and thunderous salutes echoed as 150 members of the Korean People's Army (朝鲜人民军) honor guard shouted in Korean, "Wishing Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) good health." Innocent children bloomed with smiles, colorful balloons danced in the blue sky, fountains on the Taedong River (大同江) danced with joy, and a thick festive atmosphere rushed toward them.
"Long live the unbreakable DPRK-China friendship and unity," "May DPRK-China friendship be evergreen"... Red banners connected into a gorgeous long scroll of friendship. There were students, workers, doctors, and civil servants... People from all walks of life in Pyongyang (平壤), dressed in festive attire and holding bouquets, spontaneously took to the streets to welcome General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) visit.
China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) are one family; this is engraved in history and even more deeply embedded in people's hearts.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) spent 27 hours in Pyongyang (平壤) with 9 events; the schedule was tight, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) accompanied him throughout every event. Personally going to the airport to greet and see him off, personally sending General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife back to their residence... one special arrangement after another was made with heart and emotion.
With white walls and blue tiles, upturned eaves, lush pines and cypresses, and blooming magnolias, the warm family banquet before parting was specially chosen at a banquet hall in the style of a Korean folk house at the Kumsusan Guest House (锦绣山迎宾馆).
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) expressed special thanks to General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) for the meticulous arrangements made by the DPRK side: "Through this visit, we have felt even more the enthusiasm and friendship of the Korean Party, government, and people toward the Chinese Party, government, and people."
The friendship inheritance and strategic guidance of the top leaders are the greatest advantages of China-DPRK relations. Through repeated in-depth exchanges and cordial interactions, trust has deepened, friendship has grown stronger, and the future development direction of the relations between the two parties and two countries has become clearer.
On the afternoon of the 8th, in the meeting hall of Building No. 1 of the Kumsusan Guest House (锦绣山迎宾馆), the official talks between General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) lasted more than 20 minutes longer than originally planned.
To strengthen top-level design and strategic guidance, and to promote the China-DPRK relationship to keep pace with the times and achieve greater development, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) put forward four suggestions: adhere to high-level exchanges as guidance to consolidate the foundation of political mutual trust; adhere to benefiting the people as the goal to improve the level of pragmatic cooperation; adhere to the inheritance of friendship as the driving force to tighten the bond of people-to-people connection; and adhere to fairness and justice as the concept to enrich the connotation of strategic coordination.
Three "will not change" highlight China's (中国) consistency in developing China-DPRK relations: "No matter how the international situation changes, the firm position of the Chinese Party and government in attaching great importance to the traditional friendship between China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) will not change; the firm support for General Secretary Comrade Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the socialist cause of the DPRK (朝鲜) will not change; and the firm determination to safeguard the common interests and good strategic environment of both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) will not change."
"I sincerely thank General Secretary Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) for the important opinions put forward on the development of DPRK-China relations in the new era. All departments of the DPRK side will work with the Chinese comrades to go all out to fully implement them," General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) solemnly stated. "We will, as always, take the development of DPRK-China relations as the country's most important primary strategic task and do our utmost to build the DPRK-China relationship into a model of state-to-state relations."
(II)
In General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) trip to Pyongyang (平壤), "history" and "tradition" were high-frequency words. In his signed article, he recalled the fighting friendship in the arduous years and the comradely friendship in the development of the socialist cause; at the welcome banquet, he cherished the memory of the older generation of revolutionaries of the two countries who upheld common ideals and beliefs...
The deep look back at history aroused a strong resonance from General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩): "The particularity of the DPRK-China relationship lies not only in the fact that we are neighbors, but more importantly, in the fact that both sides possess a profound traditional friendship and common ideals and beliefs, which we cherish and pass on from generation to generation."
Neon lights shone along the Potong River (普通江), and the Pyongyang Indoor Stadium (平壤体育馆) was filled with brilliant lights. The Chinese song "Singing for the Motherland" and the Korean song "Brilliant Motherland" intertwined and surged. On the evening of the 8th, a literary performance carefully choreographed for General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) visit played a new movement of friendship.
The "Jasmine Flower" that the Chinese guests felt particularly close to, the "Red Flag Fluttering" that the Korean people are familiar with, the "DPRK-China Friendship is Evergreen" that pays tribute to the friendship between the two militaries and peoples in times of trouble, and "A New World" that praises the development achievements of China (中国) in the new era... each moving melody demonstrated the "profound historical accumulation, solid political foundation, and firm emotional bond" of the traditional China-DPRK friendship, vividly confirming that "generational friendship, sharing a common destiny, and helping each other are always the distinct characteristics of China-DPRK relations."
The National Acrobatic Troupe of the DPRK (朝鲜国立杂技团), which presented an aerial acrobatics performance for the Chinese guests, visited China (中国) last autumn to participate in the China Wuqiao International Circus Festival (中国吴桥国际杂技艺术节) and won the highest competition award, the Golden Lion Award.
Humanistic affinity leads to close exchanges. From the steadily improving bilateral trade volume to the increasingly active border trade zones; from the "Chinese craze" and "Chinese TV drama craze" among young people in the DPRK (朝鲜) to the study abroad trips of Chinese students to the DPRK (朝鲜)... for some time, highlights of China-DPRK exchanges have emerged one after another.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) talked about new progress in pragmatic cooperation such as "the full resumption of border ports, and the restoration of civil aviation flights and international passenger trains." General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) felt deeply: "After my meeting with General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) in Beijing (北京) last September, the relations between the two countries have developed actively in all fields, bringing tangible benefits to the two peoples."
The Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) are both Marxist ruling parties, and both are committed to achieving national prosperity and the happiness and well-being of the people.
Looking at China (中国), the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) is about to celebrate its 105th anniversary, the "15th Five-Year Plan" has achieved a good start, and the Chinese people are striving to create a new situation for Chinese-style modernization.
Looking at the DPRK (朝鲜), the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党九大) was successfully held, opening a new era of comprehensive socialist development.
"Deepening the exchange and mutual learning of experience in party and state governance, and leading the socialist cause of the two countries to move from victory to victory" is becoming increasingly important in the relations between the two parties and two countries.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) reached an important consensus: "We must grasp the trend of the times from the strategic height of the future and destiny of socialism, comply with the common aspirations of the two peoples, strengthen high-level exchanges, deepen strategic communication, expand pragmatic cooperation, enhance people-to-people bonds, promote the high-level development of China-DPRK relations, and work together to open up a more beautiful prospect for the socialist cause of the two countries."
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) expressed his earnest expectations: "Strengthening experience exchange and mutual learning through inter-party channels will provide valuable assistance to the development of the DPRK's (朝鲜) socialist construction cause and help the Korean people move toward the path of modernization together with the Chinese people."
Visiting the Central Cadre School of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党中央干部学校) was an arrangement with profound implications.
The school just celebrated its 80th anniversary, and the new site is located in the lush Kumsusan (锦绣山) area. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) has visited it many times. The DPRK Party has started a new era of party building, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) has repeatedly expressed to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) his hope to learn from the CPC's (中共) experience in party building.
The general secretaries of the two parties walked into the lecture hall of Building No. 3 together, where more than 300 students were studying the content of "Development of Relations with Socialist Countries" in the "Foreign Policy of the Workers' Party of Korea" course. On the computer screens in front of the students, the signed article by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) published in "Rodong Sinmun" (劳动新闻) was displayed.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stopped to observe the lecture, nodding in approval from time to time.
Shoveling soil and watering, the general secretaries of the two parties planted a fir tree on the lawn between the teaching buildings. A stone identification monument was erected next to the tree, with "DPRK-China Friendship is Evergreen" carved in both Chinese and Korean.
Teachers and students gathered around the general secretaries of the two parties, and applause echoed in the campus for a long time.
(III)
At the foot of Moran Hill (牡丹峰) in downtown Pyongyang (平壤), among the green pines and cypresses, the monument to friendship and peace stands tall. On the morning of the 9th, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) came here again after 7 years to pay homage to the Sino-Korean Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔).
The blooming flowers reflected the solemn inscription: "The immortal achievements you left behind, the internationalist friendship forged with blood by the peoples of the DPRK (朝鲜) and China (中国), will shine forever on this prosperous land."
Walking slowly to the platform, stepping forward to straighten the ribbons of the flower baskets, and observing a moment of silence for the martyrs of the Chinese People's Volunteers (中国人民志愿军), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) looked solemn.
In the memorial hall of the Friendship Tower (友谊塔), the inscription "Cherish the memory of the martyrs, friendship from generation to generation" written by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) during his 2019 visit was displayed in a prominent position. In 2021, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) instructed a comprehensive internal upgrade and renovation of the Friendship Tower (友谊塔), and now, the exhibits are brand new.
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) introduced the three major exhibition areas to General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平): "Resisting U.S. Aggression and Aiding Korea to Protect Our Homes" (抗美援朝保家卫国), "Fighting Friendship Forged in Blood," and "The Two Militaries and Peoples Who Shared Life and Death and Bitterness." General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) paused for a long time in front of the historical photos of the Battle of Unsan (云山大捷), the Battle of Lake Changjin (长津湖之战), and the Battle of Shangganling (上甘岭战役), and in front of the brief introductions of the deeds of 12 "Heroes of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea" (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国英雄) such as Peng Dehuai (彭德怀), Yang Gensi (杨根思), and Qiu Shaoyun (邱少云).
The photos of the renovated Hoechang Chinese People's Volunteers Martyrs' Cemetery (桧仓中国人民志愿军烈士陵园) attracted the attention of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). Inside a Chinese-style hexagonal pavilion with red pillars and green tiles, stands a stone tablet with the words "Eternal Glory." In recent years, under the personal care of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩), the martyrs' cemeteries of the Volunteers (志愿军), including the one in Hoechang (桧仓), have regained their splendor.
During this trip to Pyongyang (平壤), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) agreed that both sides should jointly maintain the memorial facilities for the Volunteers' (志愿军) martyrs, carry out revolutionary tradition education and youth ideological and moral education with distinctive features, carry forward the great spirit of resisting U.S. aggression and aiding Korea, and let the great traditional China-DPRK friendship be passed on from generation to generation.
For the motherland, for the people, and for peace, the "most lovable people" held up national dignity with their bodies and watered the flower of peace with their blood. That "war of nation-building" that won against the odds fully demonstrated the firm determination of the Chinese people to safeguard world peace and profoundly shaped the strategic landscape of Asia and even the world after World War II.
In 1961, the older generation of leaders of China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) signed the "Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between the People's Republic of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea" (中朝友好合作互助条约), laying an important political and legal foundation for consolidating the fighting friendship forged by the peoples of the two countries with blood and promoting lasting friendly cooperation between the two countries. This year marks the 65th anniversary of the signing of the treaty, and General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Both sides should hold grand commemorative activities."
Both China (中国) and the DPRK (朝鲜) and their peoples have come through suffering and know that peace is precious.
On the evening of the 8th, the Mokran House (木兰馆) in Pyongyang (平壤) was brightly lit, and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) held a welcome banquet for General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平). In the center of the banquet table, two sculptures of flying peace doves were lifelike.
In his speech, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) said: "General Secretary Comrade Xi Jinping's (习近平) visit amidst the ever-changing international situation will become a major event that will accelerate the comprehensive development of DPRK-China friendly and cooperative relations in the new era and make significant contributions to regional and even world peace and security."
He came for the China-DPRK friendship, and also for the peace and prosperity of the region and the world.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) stated: "We must follow the trend of the times, strengthen strategic communication and coordination, jointly safeguard the international system with the United Nations (联合国) at its core and the international order based on international law, oppose hegemonism and power politics, and oppose all plots and acts that revive militarism and endanger regional security and stability."
General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) responded firmly: "The concept of a community with a shared future for mankind (人类命运共同体) and the four global initiatives (四大全球倡议) put forward by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) have profound significance for promoting world peace and development, and have received the support and appreciation of the people of the world." "The DPRK side will unswervingly adhere to the one-China principle (一个中国原则) and firmly support China's (中国) policies and positions on safeguarding its core interests."
On the afternoon of the 9th, the rain cleared. The special plane carrying General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and his wife Peng Liyuan (彭丽媛) took off from Pyongyang Sunan International Airport (平壤顺安国际机场). General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) and his wife Ri Sol Ju (李雪主) came to see them off with thousands of Pyongyang (平壤) citizens and children, waving for a long time.
Looking down from the air, it was the busy farming season; the fields were a fresh green, full of vitality.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10—From June 8 to 9, 2026, at the invitation of Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国), Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and President of the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国), paid a state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国). At the conclusion of the visit, Liu Haixing (刘海星), Minister of the International Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央对外联络部), briefed the accompanying journalists on the visit.
Liu Haixing (刘海星) stated that this visit was the first state visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜民主主义人民共和国) by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) in seven years, and his first overseas trip this year, marking another moment where global diplomacy has entered a "China Moment." The visit coincided with the 65th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝友好合作互助条约). Facing a century of changes accelerating and an international landscape intertwined with chaos, the top leaders of both sides looked far ahead, carried forward the past to open up the future, sought development together, and promoted peace, injecting new contemporary connotations and strong momentum into the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝), which holds significant milestone significance in the history of the development of relations between the two countries.
During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) engaged in long and in-depth communication, ranging from formal talks to relaxed strolls and intimate family-style exchanges. The two sides discussed the grand plan for the development of China-DPRK relations, talked about the bright future of the socialist cause in both countries, and reached a series of new and important consensuses. As General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) said during his talks with General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), the DPRK side regards General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) as the most respected guest of the Korean people and extends the most grand and warm welcome. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) went to the airport to greet him in person, held a grand welcome ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square (金日成广场), and accompanied General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) throughout his visit to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜). The DPRK side also meticulously arranged a wonderful cultural performance for this visit. Wherever General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) went, crowds of welcoming people applauded and cheered, and pedestrians on the road stopped to wave at the passing motorcade. These scenes and smiling faces allowed us to fully feel the sincerity and dedication of the DPRK side toward this visit by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), the sincere friendship of the Korean people toward the Chinese people, and the profound heritage and solid foundation of the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝).
Liu Haixing (刘海星) pointed out that this visit by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) was based on bilateral relations while keeping the world in view, opening up new prospects for China-DPRK relations and adding positive energy to peace and development. Domestic and international public opinion has highly praised the visit, generally believing that the timing of the visit was critical, its strategic significance and influence far exceeded the bilateral scope, and it fully demonstrated China's responsibility as a major country and its international influence. The visit was a complete success, with major achievements reflected in three aspects:
I. The top leaders of the two parties and two countries are at the helm, pointing out the general direction for the development of China-DPRK relations with the times.
The strategic guidance of the top leaders is the greatest advantage and fundamental guarantee of China-DPRK relations. Last year, General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) attended the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The top leaders of the two parties and two countries held a meeting, opening a new situation for the development of China-DPRK relations. Less than a year later, the top leaders of both sides realized mutual visits, further promoting the development of China-DPRK relations in step with the times. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) comprehensively expounded important opinions on developing China-DPRK relations in the new era, emphasizing that no matter how the international situation changes, the firm position of the Chinese Party and government in attaching great importance to the traditional friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) will not change, the firm support for General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the socialist cause of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) will not change, and the firm determination to safeguard the common interests and good strategic environment of both sides will not change. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) chose Pyongyang (平壤) for his first overseas visit this year, which reflects the high importance attached to DPRK-China relations and their friendly feelings, and is a great encouragement to the DPRK side. The special nature of the two countries lies not only in the fact that we are neighbors, but also in the deep traditional friendship and common ideals and beliefs shared by both sides, which are cherished and passed down from generation to generation.
The top leaders of both sides agreed to continue to maintain close strategic communication through meetings, as well as exchanging letters, telegrams, verbal messages, and sending special envoys, to continuously inject contemporary connotations into China-DPRK relations. Both sides highly evaluated the great significance of the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝友好合作互助条约) for developing China-DPRK relations and maintaining regional and world peace and stability, and decided to jointly commemorate the 65th anniversary of the signing of the treaty. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) visited the China-DPRK Friendship Tower (中朝友谊塔) again after seven years to revisit history, pay tribute to the martyrs, and carry forward friendship; he also published a signed article in major media in the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) titled "Carrying Forward the Past and Opening Up the Future, Forging Ahead Together to Write a New Chapter of Traditional China-DPRK Friendship," comprehensively planning the bright future of China-DPRK relations.
II. Deepening practical cooperation and friendly exchanges in various fields, injecting new impetus into the socialist cause of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝).
China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) are both socialist countries led by Communist parties; being friendly for generations, sharing a common destiny, and helping each other are always the distinct characteristics of China-DPRK relations. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) congratulated the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) on the successful holding of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党九大) and the 15th Supreme People's Assembly (第十五届最高人民会议), and highly praised the development achieved by General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) in leading the Party and people of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) in strengthening party building, developing the economy, and improving people's livelihoods. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized that the relationship between the two parties plays an important leading role in the development of China-DPRK relations. Under the new situation, he hopes that the two parties will more actively carry out friendly exchanges at various levels, deepen the exchange of experience in party and state governance, and continuously consolidate the political and public opinion foundation for the development of bilateral relations and the socialist cause of the two countries. Accompanied by General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩), General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) also visited the Central Cadre School of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝党中央干部学校) and planted a fir tree together. The fir tree is evergreen all year round, symbolizing that the friendship between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) will last forever. General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) sincerely thanked General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) for being the first to send a congratulatory message on his election as General Secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) and President of the State Affairs Commission, introduced the relevant situation of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党九大) and the 15th Supreme People's Assembly (第十五届最高人民会议), and stated that the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党) has entered a new era. The DPRK side congratulated the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) on the upcoming 105th anniversary of its founding, wished the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) to lead the Chinese people to achieve new and greater achievements on the road to realizing the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation, and hoped to strengthen experience exchanges through inter-party channels and move toward the road of modernization together with the Chinese people.
This year is the first year of China's "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) and the first year for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) to implement the decisions and plans of the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea (朝鲜劳动党九大). The top leaders of both sides made specific plans for the next steps of practical cooperation and friendly exchanges in various fields between China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝), and agreed to strengthen the alignment of development strategies, expand practical cooperation in economy, trade, agriculture, construction, science and technology, medical care and health, and strengthen friendly exchanges in education, literature and art, tourism, sports, media, youth, localities, and sister cities, promote high-level connectivity, facilitate personnel and economic and trade exchanges, so that development results can better benefit the people of both countries, and make the tree of traditional China-DPRK friendship more deeply rooted and leafy, full of vitality.
III. Firmly grasping the trend of the times and the general trend of history, adding positive energy to promoting regional and world peace and development.
Promoting long-term regional stability and creating a peaceful and stable development environment is the common pursuit of China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝). During the visit, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) and General Secretary Kim Jong Un (金正恩) exchanged in-depth views on the current international and regional situation, emphasizing that facing the great changes unseen in a century, China and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (中朝) should strengthen strategic communication and coordination, firmly safeguard their respective sovereignty, security, and development interests, jointly maintain regional peace and development, and create better external conditions for the socialist cause of the two countries. Kim Jong Un (金正恩) stated that in recent years, the international community has been experiencing unprecedented and huge changes. The concept of a community with a shared future for mankind and the four global initiatives proposed by General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) have profound significance for promoting world peace and development and have been supported and praised by people around the world. Consolidating and developing the friendship between the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (朝鲜) and China in the new era is the choice of the people, the need of the times, and the unchangeable strategic choice and firm strategic will of the DPRK side. The DPRK side, as always, regards the development of DPRK-China relations as the most important first strategic task of the country, will spare no effort to build DPRK-China relations into a model of state-to-state relations, and jointly contribute to the peace and prosperity of the region and the world.
Liu Haixing (刘海星) finally said, "风云变幻 (fēng yún biàn huàn - "wind clouds change," unpredictable and turbulent situations), we must firmly walk the right path of the world; 沧海横流 (cāng hǎi héng liú - "vast sea flows across," in times of great chaos or crisis), we must hold high the long sail of justice together." The Chinese people have always stood firmly on the right side of history and on the side of human civilization and progress, always held high the banner of peace, development, cooperation, and win-win results, and are willing to work with the people of all countries to follow the trend of the times, grasp the general trend of history, jointly promote the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, and make greater contributions to the noble cause of promoting human peace and development.
Return to TopOn June 10, in Jinhua City (金华市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), a sea-rail intermodal freight train fully loaded with hardware products slowly departed from Yongkang East Station (永康东站) of the Zhejiang Communications Investment Group (浙江交通集团), bound for Ningbo Zhoushan Port (宁波舟山港). Currently, the "Yongkang East—Ningbo Zhoushan Port" (永康东—宁波舟山港) sea-rail intermodal service has achieved point-to-point direct transit within 10 hours, with more than 8 departures per week.
Photo by Hu Xiaofei (胡肖飞) (Vision China (影像中国))
Return to TopBy: 莫瓦西尔·德奥利韦拉·菲略
During my two recent visits to China (中国), I traveled to several Chinese cities, among which Chongqing (重庆) and Shenzhen (深圳) left a deep impression on me. Through the development landscape of these two cities, I felt the vigorous vitality of this land at close range, and gained a more profound understanding of the development achievements China (中国) has attained, the development path it has traversed, and the direction of its future progress.
After decades of struggle, China (中国) has achieved the lifting of approximately 800 million people out of poverty, creating a great miracle in the history of human poverty reduction. As an inland region, Chongqing (重庆) presents a positive trend of accelerated development. There, I learned about the world-renowned achievements China (中国) has made in its targeted poverty alleviation efforts. In Shenzhen (深圳), technological innovation is being integrated into the daily lives of the public at an unprecedented speed. From artificial intelligence, digital commerce, and urban transportation to clean energy and new energy vehicles, China (中国) is no longer just the "world's factory," but is increasingly growing into an important global innovation center.
The attainment of these achievements benefits from scientific national planning guidance, continuously expanding opening-up, large-scale infrastructure investment, a high degree of emphasis on education, and strong support for industrialization and technological progress. In recent years, China (中国) has continued to expand high-level opening-up and deeply integrated into global industrial chains, supply chains, and value chains. By promoting the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" (一带一路), China (中国) has continuously expanded economic and trade exchanges, logistics connectivity, and infrastructure cooperation with countries and regions around the world, building bridges of international cooperation for mutual benefit and win-win results. At the same time, China (中国) has steadily advanced the construction of pilot free trade zones, actively negotiated and signed free trade agreements, and continuously optimized the business environment, attracting the gathering of various high-quality global resources. China (中国) has continuously deepened economic, trade, and investment exchanges with other countries, which has not only broadened its own development market and international cooperation space but also created new opportunities for the economic development of other countries.
The experience of China (中国) in advancing modernization provides an important reference for Brazil (巴西) and the vast number of developing countries. The development history of China (中国) fully proves that long-term planning is an important cornerstone for a country's stable development. Only by adhering to scientific planning and strengthening independent innovation can we build a solid foundation for economic development and continuously enhance development resilience and risk resistance. In 2025, Brazil (巴西) became the largest destination for Chinese overseas investment. The deepening of economic, trade, and investment cooperation between Brazil (巴西) and China (中国) (巴中) helps Brazil (巴西) enhance its development capabilities in fields such as scientific research and development, digital transformation, and intelligent infrastructure construction, injecting strong momentum into Brazil's (巴西) process of re-industrialization.
Today's world has entered a new period of turbulence and transformation, with intensified geopolitical games, the rise of anti-globalization trends, and the intertwining of multiple risks and challenges. Against this backdrop, the value of the times in upholding multilateralism, persisting in dialogue and consultation, and deepening international cooperation has become increasingly prominent. Brazil (巴西) and China (中国), as well as countries of the Global South (全球南方), have broad consensus on safeguarding the multilateral trading system and promoting global economic cooperation. They have always firmly advocated for respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries, resolving international disputes through peaceful means, continuously improving multilateral cooperation mechanisms, and promoting the reform and improvement of the global governance system. Deepening solidarity and cooperation between Brazil (巴西) and China (中国) helps to broaden channels for international dialogue, abandon bloc confrontation thinking, inject positive energy into maintaining world peace and stability, and promote the development of the global governance system in a more just and reasonable direction.
(The author is the Director of the News Department of the Brazilian Press Association (巴西新闻协会))
Return to TopXinhua News Agency (新华社), Hanoi (河内), June 10 — (Reporters Zou Xuemian (邹学冕), Liu Ying (刘颖)) From June 8 to 10, Xian Hui (咸辉), Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协), led a delegation to visit Vietnam (越南). She met separately with Tran Cam Tu (陈锦绣), member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共) Central Committee and Permanent Member of the Secretariat, and Bui Thi Minh Hoai (裴氏明怀), member of the Politburo of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共) Central Committee and Chairperson of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (祖国阵线). She also held talks with Hoang Cong Thuy (黄功水), Vice Chairperson of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (祖国阵线).
Xian Hui (咸辉) stated that not long ago, Xi Jinping (习近平), General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (中共) Central Committee and President of the People's Republic of China (国家主席), held in-depth communication with To Lam (苏林), General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (越共) Central Committee and President of Vietnam (国家主席), who was visiting China (中国), regarding global and strategic issues of common concern. This communication has drawn a blueprint for building a China-Vietnam (中越) community with a shared future that carries strategic significance at a higher level. The Chinese (中方) side is willing to work with the Vietnamese (越方) side to follow the strategic guidance of the top leaders of the two parties and two countries, deepen mutually beneficial cooperation, and promote the building of a China-Vietnam (中越) community with a shared future to be 走深走实 (zǒu shēn zǒu shí - "walk deep walk solid," to move toward greater depth and practical implementation). The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (中国全国政协) is willing to contribute to this effort.
The Vietnamese (越方) side expressed its willingness to work with the Chinese (中方) side to effectively implement the consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and two countries, deepen exchanges on experience in party and state governance, and strengthen practical cooperation in fields such as economy, trade, science and technology, and infrastructure.
Return to TopCanberra, June 10 (Reporter Che Bin (车斌)) — The launch ceremony for the China-Australia Youth Cultural Exchange Program (中澳青少年人文交流计划) was held on the 10th at the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Australia (中国驻澳大利亚大使馆). Attendees included Vice Minister of Education of China (中国教育部) Wang Jiayi (王嘉毅), Chinese Ambassador to Australia (中国驻澳大利亚大使) Xiao Qian (肖千), as well as over 100 representatives, including heads of various Australian universities (澳大利亚), scholars, and youth delegates.
Return to TopNairobi (内罗毕), June 10 (Reporter Huang Weixin (黄炜鑫)) — The 2026 China-Africa Agricultural Science and Technology Industry Cooperation Forum and Exhibition opened on the 9th in Nairobi (内罗毕), the capital of Kenya (肯尼亚). Guo Haiyan (郭海燕), Ambassador of China (中国) to Kenya (肯尼亚), delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of the forum. More than 100 representatives from Chinese (中) and African (非) government departments, international organizations, scientific research institutions, universities, business associations, and enterprises gathered to discuss new paths for China-Africa (中非) agricultural modernization cooperation, working together to 集思广益 (jí sī guǎng yì - "gather thoughts broaden ideas," to pool wisdom and absorb useful opinions).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘温馨
On June 10, the State Council Information Office (国务院新闻办) held a press conference for Chinese and foreign reporters titled "Strivers on the New Journey," inviting five representatives of young scientific and technological talents from central state-owned enterprises (中央企业) to engage in discussions centered on the theme "Chasing Dreams in Youth, Serving the Country Through Science and Technology."
On the new journey of comprehensively building a modern socialist country, the vast number of young scientific and technological talents in central state-owned enterprises (中央企业) have taken root on the front lines, remained steadfast in their posts, served national major strategies with the wisdom of their youth, **攻坚克难** (gōng jiān kè nán - "attack fortress overcome difficulty," to surmount critical obstacles and challenges), and practiced the mission of serving the country through science and technology with practical actions and responsibility.
China's communications industry has progressed from the blank slate of 1G, following in 2G, achieving breakthroughs in 3G, running neck-and-neck in 4G, to now leading the world in 5G, which is inseparable from the collective struggle of generations of communications professionals.
"My main research direction is networked collaborative transmission technology. Focusing on the architectural design of wireless access networks, I carry out technical research in various aspects such as access processes and transmission mechanisms, allowing base stations to learn team combat and collaborative transmission," said Zhang Yutong (张雨童), a frontier technology researcher at the Future Research Institute of China Mobile Research Institute (中国移动研究院). As a member of the company's 6G network and artificial intelligence integration team, she will continue to delve into her work to make wireless signals transmit faster and more stably, while also making network construction more economical and efficient.
Since the founding of the aviation industry in New China (新中国), generations of aviation professionals have been loyal and dedicated, self-reliant, **艰苦奋斗** (jiān kǔ fèn dòu - "arduous struggle," to work hard under difficult conditions), and have bravely scaled new heights. Hou Junsen (侯珺森), a chief process engineer for numerical control machining at the Chengdu Aircraft Industrial (Group) Co., Ltd. (成飞) Factory 850, is one of them.
"My job is to develop manufacturing processes for various aircraft parts. When I first started working, there was a part that required machining hundreds of thousands of small holes with a diameter of 1.2 millimeters. Converted by hole density, it is equivalent to machining nearly 4,000 holes on a single sheet of A4 paper," said Hou Junsen (侯珺森). Traditional process machining efficiency was low, requiring more than 100 days. After he led the development of underlying algorithms and specialized equipment, he realized mass-hole machining, completing the part manufacturing in just over ten days.
Hou Junsen (侯珺森) introduced that Chengdu Aircraft Industrial (Group) Co., Ltd. (成飞) has built a "dark factory" for large aircraft structural parts, achieving 24-hour production line operation without human intervention, and was selected for the first batch of pilot-level intelligent factory cultivation lists. "We will continue to upgrade the sensing and autonomous judgment capabilities of machine tools and constantly improve the intelligence level of the entire part manufacturing process."
Water treatment materials make muddy water clear, soil solidification materials turn construction waste into high-strength roadbed materials capable of bearing weights of over a hundred tons, and sand-fixing materials allow flowing sand to withstand level 10 gales after solidification without affecting plant growth... "We turn turbid water clear, make waste soil useful, and stabilize flowing sand, using green materials to serve the construction of major national projects," said Lu Hongbo (陆泓波), a first-level expert at the East China Engineering Science and Technology Co., Ltd. (华东建管公司) of the Power Construction Corporation of China (中国电建) East China Institute (华东院).
In 2023, Lu Hongbo (陆泓波)'s team developed a new biomass water treatment material. In 2025, the pilot policy for the empowerment reform of scientific and technological achievements of state-owned enterprises promoted the registration of entity companies, and the laboratory's achievements moved toward engineering application and market-oriented promotion. "The country is doing everything possible to pave the way and build platforms for us scientific researchers, encouraging us to make our achievements solid and substantial," said Lu Hongbo (陆泓波). He added that one must write research papers on the front lines of engineering projects and go where the country truly needs them.
Zhang Hanke (张涵轲) is a procurement contract business specialist at the Dadu River Laoyingyan Company (大渡河老鹰岩公司) of the China Energy Investment Corporation (国家能源集团), and has been rooted in the front line since he started his career. "I have successively worked on safety monitoring of dam reservoir bank slopes and procurement contract management, dealing with the data and details behind them," said Zhang Hanke (张涵轲).
To understand the market, he often travels around to visit factories, check production capacity, and verify qualifications. "Faced with massive amounts of data that are difficult to distinguish between true and false, manual auditing is inefficient, so I had the idea of developing a compliance intelligent agent," said Zhang Hanke (张涵轲). In 2025, the team proposed an innovative management framework for the entire lifecycle of a smart supply chain based on "compliance intelligent agents," providing a technical blueprint and implementation path for the digital and intelligent transformation of state-owned enterprises.
How can steel equipment several meters high perform delicate work with an accuracy of up to 0.1 millimeters on the surface of red-hot steel at 1,000 degrees Celsius? At the production site, there is a group of "exclusive doctors" for steel production equipment, including Ma Zunnong (马遵农), a chief mechanical engineer in the Equipment Department of Baosteel (宝钢股份) under China Baowu Steel Group (中国宝武).
"We use self-developed state analysis methods to collect a series of parameters such as vibration and temperature during equipment operation, perform algorithmic modeling, and automatically warn of equipment failures. At the same time, we transplant new wear-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials into the equipment, allowing it to continuously and stably produce a series of high-end steel products such as automotive high-strength steel," said Ma Zunnong (马遵农).
Ma Zunnong (马遵农) stated that artificial intelligence has been deeply integrated into the entire process of steel production and manufacturing. The company's artificial intelligence smart blast furnace large model can solve the problem that working conditions inside the furnace cannot be directly observed, saving more than 10 million yuan in costs per year. "As of April this year, Baosteel (宝钢) already has more than 100 intelligent agents and has launched more than 600 artificial intelligence application scenarios," said Ma Zunnong (马遵农).
Return to TopFrom June 9 to 10, local time, the Second World Conference on Classics (第二届世界古典学大会) was grandly held in Athens (雅典), Greece (希腊). This grand event was co-hosted by China (中国) and Greece (希腊). Following the successful inaugural conference held in Beijing (北京) in 2024, this event marked an academic relay across mountains and seas between the two major sources of Eastern and Western classical civilizations. Attendees generally agreed that classical studies are no longer confined to a specific region, language, or cultural tradition, but are oriented toward all classical civilizations in human history that possess a classical heritage and nurture noble virtues and spiritual character. By tracing the roots of civilization, classical studies provide spiritual coordinates and ideological sources for the progress of human civilization, allowing the light of classical civilization to illuminate the path forward for the world.
"We are not only guardians of ancient civilizations, but also active creators of the future of global civilization narratives and partners with equal status."
Themed "Dialogue Between Ancient and Modern: Modern Inspirations of Classical Wisdom," this conference focused on how classical studies can respond to the common challenges facing the world today and provide ideological inspiration for the development of human civilization.
In a written address to the conference, Audrey Azoulay (阿纳尼), Director-General of UNESCO (联合国教科文组织), stated that introducing brilliant classical traditions into modern dialogue is not intended to embellish the past, but to draw wisdom from the profound reflections of ancient classics on knowledge, justice, responsibility, coexistence, and peace, so as to respond to the urgent challenges of the modern era from a brand-new perspective.
"Holding the Second World Conference on Classics (第二届世界古典学大会) in Athens (雅典) represents a substantive effort to redefine the very concept of classical studies in the 21st century." Nikiforos Diamandouros (尼基弗罗斯·迪亚曼多罗斯), President of the Academy of Athens (雅典科学院), who presided over the opening ceremony, noted that for a long time, classical studies were almost entirely focused on the study of ancient Greek (希腊) and Roman (罗马) traditions. The new historical proposition facing humanity is that the study of classical civilizations must be global, comparative, and cross-cultural. The study of classical civilization does not lie in keeping us lingering on a retrospective of the past, but in highlighting enduring value principles such as humanistic spirit, moderation, justice, and moral responsibility, inspiring us to think more deeply about eternal themes such as power, justice, peace, and harmonious coexistence among humans.
Lina Mendoni (门佐尼), Minister of Culture of Greece (希腊文化部), stated that the fact that this conference was co-hosted by Greece (希腊) and China (中国) not only highlights the cooperative strength of the two ancient civilizations of China and Greece, but also reflects that classical studies have become a truly global field of research and dialogue. Scholars from different countries and different academic traditions gathered in Athens (雅典), proving that when different civilizations engage in exchanges with an open, inclusive, and unbiased attitude, seeking understanding rather than confrontation, they can not only achieve coexistence but also mutual learning.
"We are not only guardians of ancient civilizations, but also active creators of the future of global civilization narratives and partners with equal status." Hisham El-Leithy (希沙姆·莱希), Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities (最高文物委员会) of Egypt (埃及), who has long been deeply involved in Egyptian archaeology and the protection of world cultural heritage, stated that the Nile (尼罗河) and the Aegean Sea (爱琴海) nurtured the foundations of Mediterranean (地中海) classical civilization, while the Yellow River (黄河) nourished a civilized world full of philosophical and ethical wisdom. Facing an era currently full of uncertainty and regional conflicts, all countries, especially those with long-standing civilizational traditions, are striving to address modern challenges with the wisdom contained in ancient civilizations, and are jointly mapping out a better future for humanity.
Gao Xiang (高翔), President of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院), stated that against the backdrop of profound adjustments in the world landscape and continuously rising global uncertainty, humanity is more eager than ever to draw wisdom from classical civilizations to solve practical problems. The important contemporary value of classical studies lies in delving into the rich ideological resources of ancient civilizations, summarizing the valuable experiences of ancient societies in resolving conflicts and maintaining peace, and promoting the construction of a more just and reasonable international order with the ancient wisdom of **和而不同** (hé ér bù tóng - "harmony without uniformity," to maintain harmony while respecting differences and diversity).
"Jointly exploring new spaces for civilizational exchange and mutual learning, and providing spiritual nourishment for building a better world"
In the late autumn of 2024, the First World Conference on Classics (首届世界古典学大会) was successfully held by Yanqi Lake (雁栖湖) in Beijing (北京). More than 400 Chinese and foreign scholars from over 30 countries across five continents gathered to open a new chapter in the dialogue of classical civilizations under the theme "Classical Civilizations and the Modern World."
Valery Petrov (瓦列里·彼得罗夫), a chief researcher at the Institute of Philosophy of the Russian Academy of Sciences (俄罗斯科学院哲学研究所), participated in the first conference and deeply felt the profound historical heritage and vibrant modern vitality of Chinese civilization (中华文明). He also witnessed the fruitful results China (中国) has achieved in the field of ancient civilization research. "'Classical' is not behind us, but in front of us. It is an eternal wealth, simple and profound, yet also **生生不息** (shēng shēng bù xī - "life after life without end," ever-flourishing and continuous). We must constantly reconnect the 'past' with the 'present' and let ancient civilizations radiate vitality in the new era."
"The first conference was a great success, anchoring new coordinates for world classical studies and making positive contributions to promoting the inheritance and development of civilization and fostering civilizational exchange and mutual learning," said Roger T. Ames (安乐哲), a participant and Vice President of the International Confucian Association (国际儒学联合会). "The second conference has once again gathered global academic forces to jointly explore new spaces for civilizational exchange and mutual learning, providing spiritual nourishment for building a better world."
Stelios Virvidakis (斯泰利奥斯·维尔维达基斯), Secretary of the Greek Council of the Center for China-Greece Civilization Mutual Learning (中希文明互鉴中心) and Professor Emeritus at the University of Athens (雅典大学), stated that China (中国) is actively promoting the search for solutions to contemporary global governance issues from global classical wisdom, and using the World Conference on Classics (世界古典学大会) as an important platform for discussion and exchange, which is crucial for building a better global future.
Participating in the first conference was the first time François Queyrel (弗朗索瓦·奎雷尔), a professor of Greek archaeology at Paris Sciences et Lettres University (法国巴黎文理研究大学), had visited China (中国). The tradition and modernity of Beijing (北京), the charming lifestyle of Chengdu (成都), and the magical Sanxingdui (三星堆) all left a deep impression on him. "Chinese civilization (中华文明) is continuous. Chinese civilization has achieved the thousand-year inheritance of its civilizational genes with Chinese characters as the carrier," he said. He noted that the study of classical studies fully proves that there is no civilization in the world that is superior to others, nor is there any inevitable clash of civilizations. Only when different civilizations are inclusive, learn from each other, and draw lessons from one another can the garden of world civilizations become more colorful and vibrant.
Li Guoqiang (李国强), a member of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院) and Vice President of the Chinese Academy of History (中国历史研究院), believes that the classical wisdom of Chinese civilization (中华文明), with its holistic thinking of the unity of heaven and man (天人合一) and the harmony-based philosophy of **和而不同** (hé ér bù tóng - "harmony without uniformity," to maintain harmony while respecting differences and diversity), provides a valuable Eastern solution for breaking through the dilemmas of modern civilization development. "Today, as civilizational conflicts, ecological crises, and governance dilemmas become increasingly prominent, Chinese civilization (中华文明) from the perspective of classical studies, with its value core of compatibility and coexistence, breaks the limitations of a single civilizational center, provides Eastern wisdom for global governance and civilizational dialogue, and demonstrates the contemporary significance of Chinese civilization (中华文明) across time and space."
"Eliminating prejudice, strengthening understanding, and enhancing mutual trust through sincere communication, allowing different civilizations to radiate new vitality through exchange and mutual learning"
"The joint hosting of the World Conference on Classics (世界古典学大会) by Greece (希腊) and China (中国) provides a unique platform for global civilizational dialogue by bringing together two of the world's oldest and most influential intellectual traditions," said Georgia Dimopoulou (乔治娅·迪莫布卢), a researcher of classical drama at the University of Patras (帕特雷大学) in Greece (希腊). "The conference promotes cross-cultural understanding and reminds us that civilizations should learn from each other rather than define themselves in opposition to one another."
Spanish (西班牙) sinologist Alicia Relinque (雷林科) has translated many Chinese classical literary masterpieces into Spanish (西班牙语). She stated that humanity needs to understand the present and the future through the past, and this conference provides an excellent platform for spreading this important concept. The Western world should open its eyes to truly understand other civilizations. From this perspective, the Global Civilization Initiative (全球文明倡议) proposed by China (中国) provides an important framework for promoting equal dialogue and exchange among different civilizations in the world, which helps to break down civilizational barriers and promote people-to-people connectivity.
Kathryn Morgan (凯瑟琳·摩根), a professor of classics at the University of California, Los Angeles (美国加利福尼亚大学洛杉矶分校), holds a similar view. She stated that in today's world full of uncertainty and multiple challenges, the Global Civilization Initiative (全球文明倡议) is like a good prescription, providing a Chinese solution full of Eastern wisdom for solving global problems. It transcends the old logic of zero-sum games and clashes of civilizations, injecting valuable stability and positive energy into a turbulent and changing world. "I look forward to this initiative becoming a solid bridge connecting different civilizations, bringing people together to eliminate prejudice, strengthen understanding, and enhance mutual trust through sincere communication, and allowing different civilizations to radiate new vitality through exchange and mutual learning."
During the conference, parallel sub-forums were held on "Virtue and Education," "Friendship and Community," "Peace and Order," and "Technology and Civilization," along with a series of cultural exchange activities. He Fangying (贺方婴), Director of the Classical Studies Office at the Institute of Foreign Literature of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences (中国社会科学院外国文学研究所), stated that the four parallel sub-forums constitute a progressive system from inside to outside, from foundation to expansion: based on virtue, extending through friendship and community relations to peace and order, and finally responding to the modernity challenges of the technological era. "We hope to reintroduce the understanding of virtue, friendship, and goodness from classical traditions into the rapidly technologized and highly atomized modern society, making it an important perspective for modern people to think about the world and themselves."
At the closing ceremony of the conference, the joint initiative "Illuminating the Path Forward for Humanity with Classical Wisdom" (《以古典智慧照亮人类前行之路》) and the "Global Scholar Residency Program of the Institute of Chinese Classical Civilization" (中国古典文明研究院全球学者驻研访学计划) were released.
From Beijing (北京) to Athens (雅典), a grand event has linked the two major sources of Eastern and Western civilizations. This conference is not only an academic gala but also a milestone in the implementation of the Global Civilization Initiative (全球文明倡议), writing a profound and far-reaching classical footnote for the sustainable coexistence of human civilization.
(Reported from Athens (雅典) on June 10 by reporters Wang Xinping (王新萍), Ren Yan (任彦), Han Bingchen (韩秉宸), Xing Xue (邢雪), Xie Yahong (谢亚宏), and Li Anqi (李安琪))
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Liu Zhiqiang (刘志强)) — The reporter learned from the National Bureau of Statistics (国家统计局) on the 10th that in May, the consumer market operated with overall stability. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) fell by 0.1% month-on-month and rose by 1.2% year-on-year. The core CPI, excluding food and energy prices, rose by 1.1% year-on-year. Influenced by factors such as increased demand in some domestic industries and the transmission of international commodity price fluctuations, the Producer Price Index (PPI) rose by 0.5% month-on-month and 3.9% year-on-year.
In terms of month-on-month changes, primarily affected by fluctuations in energy and service prices, the CPI fell by 0.1%, compared to a 0.3% increase in the previous month. Domestic gasoline prices shifted from a 12.6% increase in the previous month to a 0.3% decrease, driving energy prices from a 5.7% increase in the previous month to a 0.1% decrease. Due to the seasonal decline in travel following the "May Day" (五一) holiday, service prices shifted from a 0.5% increase in the previous month to a 0.1% decrease.
In terms of year-on-year changes, the CPI rose by 1.2%, with the growth rate remaining the same as the previous month. Among this, the price of industrial consumer goods rose by 3.9%, an increase of 0.4 percentage points compared to the previous month. Within industrial consumer goods, influenced by a lower base from the same period last year, the growth rate of gasoline prices continued to expand to 23.5%. Service prices rose by 0.8%, a decrease of 0.1 percentage points in growth rate compared to the previous month. Travel service prices rose by 2.8%, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points in growth rate compared to the previous month; the growth rates of other service prices remained generally stable. Food prices fell by 1.7%, an increase of 0.1 percentage points in the decline compared to the previous month.
The PPI rose by 3.9% year-on-year, an increase of 1.1 percentage points compared to the previous month. Price increases were particularly notable in industries such as non-ferrous metal mining and dressing, non-ferrous metal smelting and rolling processing, and coal mining and washing. In terms of month-on-month changes, the PPI rose by 0.5%, a decrease of 1.2 percentage points in growth rate compared to the previous month. The main reasons include the optimization and upgrading of industrial structures driving up prices in some sectors, increased seasonal demand driving up prices in certain industries, and the transmission of international crude oil price fluctuations causing prices in related domestic industries to shift from rising to falling or experiencing a narrowing of growth. The situation is 总体平稳 (zǒng tǐ píng wěn - "overall stable," describing a state of general balance and lack of drastic fluctuation).
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After the rain cleared, in the paddy fields of Tangtou Town (塘头镇), Sinan County (思南县), Tongren City (铜仁市), Guizhou Province (贵州省), Li Qingchun (黎青春), a young leader in rural prosperity from Jianqiang Village (坚强村), gripped the steering wheel tightly as the wheels of the rice transplanter rolled over the soft, muddy soil. Accompanied by the rhythmic roar of the engine, rows of rice seedlings spread rapidly across the field, perfectly spaced, straight, and uniform. In less than 10 minutes, an acre of paddy field was dressed in green.
"The days of 'hand-planting green seedlings across the field' have become a thing of the past; today, rice transplanting is becoming increasingly high-tech!" Looking at the newly planted field, Li Qingchun (黎青春) is full of confidence in mechanical transplanting. "The machine is steady, the depth is uniform, and the spacing is precise. The rice planted this way is not only more resistant to lodging but also tillers evenly, ensuring a better yield. One machine can handle 30 mu of work in a day, significantly reducing costs compared to manual labor. Farmers are scrambling to book it, and we will be busy until around the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节)."
Li Qingchun (黎青春) is 33 years old this year and is a "new farmer" who returned home to start a business. In recent years, he has chosen a development path of "socialized agricultural machinery services + large-scale grain and oil planting," founding an agricultural machinery cooperative, learning smart agricultural technologies, and conducting technical training to help the masses increase their income and achieve prosperity.
"The potential for rural development is immense. We pursue education and broaden our horizons precisely to better build our hometown." Li Qingchun (黎青春)’s conviction to take root in the countryside was solidified step by step. In 2014, Li Qingchun (黎青春), who studied numerical control technology, was about to graduate from college. His parents, who had contracted 500 mu of land in their hometown to grow rice, called him and urged him to return to the village to farm together. He did not follow his parents' advice and instead went to work at a factory in another city.
In 2016, his parents bought two new types of tractors that didn't require manual levers and could be operated with just buttons. However, the veteran operators in the village were not skilled with them, resulting in low efficiency, and the elderly couple had to turn to their son for help.
After 思前想后 (sī qián xiǎng hòu - "think before, think after," to think over carefully or ponder repeatedly), Li Qingchun (黎青春) decided to return to the village. Although he lacked experience, he was young and willing to work hard. He devoted all his energy to the agricultural machinery and even studied machinery repair, taking a photo of every part he disassembled, striving to familiarize himself with the mechanical structure. Once, the tractor "broke down" midway. Li Qingchun (黎青春) judged that the gearbox had malfunctioned. Upon opening it, he saw the drive shaft was broken. Even after replacing the part, it wouldn't start; he later discovered it had been installed backward. "I've encountered situations where I couldn't put things back together, so I had to find professional mechanics, and I learned from them while they repaired it."
After several years of accumulation, in 2020, Li Qingchun (黎青春) raised funds to purchase 10 pieces of agricultural machinery, including harvesters, tractors, and dryers, and established an agricultural machinery cooperative, which not only facilitated his own planting but also provided socialized services.
"The way forward for agriculture lies in mechanization. Even though Guizhou (贵州) has many mountains, little land, and fragmented terrain, small and medium-sized machinery can still be applied." Li Qingchun (黎青春) observed that most of those remaining in the village to farm are elderly people in their sixties or seventies. To solve the problem of "who will farm the land," one must rely on mechanization.
At first, the process of embracing new technology was not smooth. "Some villagers subconsciously refused as soon as they heard it would cost money." Li Qingchun (黎青春) used his own base as a demonstration while promoting it village by village. "Since everyone cares most about costs, let's do the math: to harvest one mu of rice, a machine takes only half an hour and costs 120 yuan. If done manually, it would take at least 4 people a full day, and the labor cost would be at least 100 yuan per person per day. No matter how you calculate it, it's worth it."
In the year the agricultural machinery cooperative was established, Li Qingchun (黎青春) served nearly 3,000 mu of land. This increased to 10,000 mu in 2024, and reached 12,000 mu last year, serving over 3,000 households with an annual income exceeding 400,000 yuan. Today, the cooperative has more than 30 sets of modern machinery, capable of providing full-process mechanized custodial services from plowing, planting, and management to harvesting, drying, and storage.
"In the past, villagers would 'break their backs' working for ten days or half a month; now, a single phone call gets everything done." Li Qingchun (黎青春) said that by promoting agricultural mechanization, the average comprehensive cost per mu is saved by 150 to 200 yuan, and efficiency is increased by more than 10 times.
"I want to use my own experience to help train a group of new farmers who understand technology and know how to manage, leading everyone to increase their income and become prosperous." Li Qingchun (黎青春) regularly holds training classes, invites experts to give lectures, and organizes on-site observations, guiding farmers hand-in-hand to master new planting technologies. The agricultural machinery cooperative has already recruited more than 20 young people who have returned to their hometowns.
At the beginning of this year, a smart seedling-raising factory covering more than 1,500 square meters was built locally, and Li Qingchun (黎青春) rented it. "We can raise 3,700 trays of seedlings in 25 days, enough to supply nearly 200 mu of fields. We can raise 4 rounds a year. The seedling cycle is short, the emergence rate is high, and the greening process is faster," said Li Qingchun (黎青春).
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Lin Lili (林丽鹂)) — Recently, with the approval of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) (市场监管总局) and the Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People's Republic of China (CNCA) (国家认监委), the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) (中国合格评定国家认可委员会) released and implemented an accreditation system for product carbon footprint verification bodies. This system establishes regulations regarding the basic qualifications, personnel competence, standardization of verification activities, and the procedures for obtaining accreditation for product carbon footprint verification bodies. Following the implementation of this system, it will further regulate the conduct of product carbon footprint verification bodies and improve the quality of product carbon footprint data.
In recent years, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) (市场监管总局) and the Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People's Republic of China (CNCA) (国家认监委) have organized the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) (中国合格评定国家认可委员会) to steadily advance accreditation work in the fields of carbon peaking (碳达峰) and carbon neutrality (碳中和). They have already established an accreditation system for greenhouse gas validation and verification bodies, having accredited a total of 49 organizations.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Zhao Zhanhui (赵展慧)) — The reporter learned from the Asset Management Association of China (中国证券投资基金业协会) that the total assets under management in China's (中国) fund industry have exceeded 85 trillion yuan, firmly ranking second globally, with the industry serving over 860 million investors.
Publicly offered funds (公募基金) and privately offered funds (私募基金) are important professional institutional investors in the capital market. Over the past five years, private equity and venture capital funds have injected 5.25 trillion yuan of innovation capital into unlisted and non-quoted enterprises, an amount equivalent to 90% of the financing scale of domestic enterprise stocks during the same period. Publicly offered funds have invested more than 6 trillion yuan in stocks within the advanced manufacturing and scientific innovation sectors, effectively driving the accelerated concentration of essential resources toward fields of innovation.
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971 agricultural product brands have been awarded the "Green Yunnan Products" (绿色云品) title; the installed capacity of green energy has exceeded 155 million kilowatts, ranking among the top in the country; and new business models such as "Ecology + Cultural Tourism" (生态+文旅) and "Ecology + Research Study" (生态+研学) are 蒸蒸日上 (zhēng zhēng rì shàng - "steaming steaming day upward," flourishing and developing rapidly). In June, the "Land of Colorful Clouds in the South" (彩云之南 - Yunnan), with its blue skies, clear waters, and lush green land, showcases the beauty of green development.
In March 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out during his inspection of Yunnan (云南): "Yunnan (云南) holds an important ecological position. It must unswervingly follow the path of prioritizing ecology and green development, and build a firm ecological security barrier in the southwest of our country."
Deeply implementing the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important instructions, Yunnan (云南) has closely focused on the strategic positioning of being a "vanguard for ecological civilization construction" (生态文明建设排头兵), transforming its ecological endowment into surging momentum for green development and laying a solid green foundation for high-quality development.
Developing green agriculture, protecting green mountains and clear waters—
On the southern shore of Dianchi Lake (滇池), flowers are in full bloom. Jinning District (晋宁区), Kunming City (昆明市), produces 5.8 billion stems of fresh-cut flowers annually and is an important production area for fresh-cut flowers in China (我国).
The "beautiful industry" once brought pollution: in the past, open-air flower planting and flood irrigation were the norm. Unabsorbed water and fertilizer flowed into the Dianchi Lake (滇池) basin, leading to severe eutrophication of the water body.
How can protection and development be coordinated and advanced together?
At the Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Jinning Flower Industry Modernization Demonstration Park (云天化花匠铺晋宁花卉产业现代化示范园), drip irrigation pipes are densely laid, with precisely proportioned nutrient solutions flowing through them. "The park adopts soilless cultivation and an integrated water and fertilizer recycling system. This new model saves 30% of water and 50% of fertilizer compared to the past," introduced Zhu Zhen (朱震), assistant to the general manager of Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Technology Co., Ltd. (云天化花匠铺科技有限责任公司). Unabsorbed fertilizer and water are all returned, treated, and then recycled.
Jinning District (晋宁区) has comprehensively promoted water and fertilizer integrated recycling technology, building 38 green production demonstration bases and over 10,000 mu of high-standard facility flower bases. Dali City (大理市) has explored green ecological rice planting models, reducing water pollution by optimizing fertilization structures and building ecological ditch interception systems, with a promotion area exceeding 130,000 mu in the Erhai Lake (洱海) basin... Yunnan (云南) is vigorously developing green and efficient modern facility agriculture, making green production a trend in the fields.
By developing green agriculture, non-point source pollution in Yunnan's (云南) key plateau lake basins has been effectively controlled. The water quality of the entire Dianchi Lake (滇池) has remained at Grade IV for eight consecutive years and continues to improve. The excellent rate of the 35 rivers flowing into the lake has increased from 51.43% at the end of the "13th Five-Year Plan" (十三五) to 81.8% today, and the excellent rate of the 27 main rivers flowing into Erhai Lake (洱海) has reached 100%.
Leveraging the advantages of green electricity, industry is becoming greener and more innovative—
The stadium lights are as bright as day, and cheers erupt in waves.
The Yunnan Provincial Urban Football League (云南省城市足球联赛) is in full swing, with the entire competition using renewable energy such as hydropower, wind power, and photovoltaic power. "Hosting events with green electricity" (绿电办赛) is a microcosm of Yunnan (云南) leveraging its clean energy advantages to promote the low-carbon transformation of industrial development.
Yunnan's (云南) total developable green energy is 200 million kilowatts, accounting for about 20% of the national total. Among the province's 167 million kilowatts of total installed power capacity, green energy accounts for over 90%, and green energy trading accounts for over 80%. The advantage of green energy is being transformed into an industrial advantage, with the integrated development of "Green Electricity + Advanced Manufacturing" (绿电+先进制造业) rising rapidly.
"Over 80% of the electricity used by the enterprise comes from clean energy," introduced Yang Yanwei (杨艳威), energy business manager of the Equipment Department of Yunnan Aluminium Co., Ltd. (云南铝业股份有限公司). While achieving emission reductions, the company can also enhance its international recognition.
Empowered by green electricity, industrial clusters worth hundreds of billions of yuan in green aluminum, silicon photovoltaics, and new energy batteries have been cultivated. The output value of green energy-related industries has grown to about 400 billion yuan, becoming the "pillar" (顶梁柱) of Yunnan's (云南) industrial development.
Practicing the "Two Mountains" philosophy (两山理念), good ecology turns into good business models—
The Yuanyang Hani Terraces (元阳哈尼梯田) are lush and green after the rice planting. On the ridges, students pick up brushes to paint the beautiful scenery.
Relying on its thousand-year-old agricultural heritage, Yuanyang County (元阳县) has developed new business models such as agricultural research studies and residential tourism, attracting tourists to experience them. In the first quarter, it received over 1.8 million tourists, a year-on-year increase of 9.89%.
Regions across Yunnan (云南) are constantly broadening the path of "Two Mountains" (两山) transformation, basing themselves on ecological advantages to cultivate new drivers of development.
North of the Jinshajiang River (金沙江), the barren hills in Huaping County (华坪县), Lijiang City (丽江市), once formed by coal mining, are now planted with rows of mango trees.
"In the past, we relied solely on coal; now, we 'generate gold from green' (以绿生金)." Sun Faming (孙发明), full-time deputy director of the Agriculture Office of the Huaping County Party Committee (华坪县委农办), introduced that the county's mango planting area is now 459,000 mu, and the annual per capita fresh fruit income of fruit farmers is 32,600 yuan. Huaping County (华坪县) has been included in the list of "Lucid Waters and Lush Mountains are Invaluable Assets" (绿水青山就是金山银山) practice innovation bases.
Lancang Lahu Autonomous County (澜沧拉祜族自治县) protects the ancient tea forest ecosystem of Jingmai Mountain (景迈山) and develops tea-tourism integration; Yingjiang County (盈江县) protects forest resources and develops the bird-watching industry according to local conditions... Continuously exploring new paths for "Two Mountains" (两山) transformation, Yunnan (云南) has created 23 national ecological civilization construction demonstration zones. Yunnan Province (云南省) has made it clear that by the end of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), green production and lifestyles will be basically formed, greater achievements will be made in biodiversity protection, green and low-carbon development, and ecological protection and restoration, the water quality of plateau lakes and the six major water systems will continue to improve, and the quality of the ecological environment will be comprehensively improved.
"Keeping in mind General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) earnest instructions, Yunnan (云南) is coordinating the promotion of carbon reduction, pollution reduction, green expansion, and growth, striving to blaze a new path of green development characterized by ecological beauty, industrial prosperity, and wealthy people," said Wang Ning (王宁), Secretary of the Yunnan Provincial Party Committee (云南省委书记).
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At the Huaqing Palace (华清宫) in Lintong District (临潼区), Xi'an City (西安市), Shaanxi Province (陕西), the live-action performance "12·12" transports the audience back to that historical period nearly 90 years ago. Today, the bullet holes on the glass windows and walls of the Five-Room Hall (五间厅) on Mount Li (骊山) remain clearly visible, and the Tiger-Stripe Stone (虎斑石) next to the Bingjian Pavilion (兵谏亭) attracts tourists to stop and observe.
In the early morning of December 12, 1936, following a plan agreed upon by Zhang Xueliang (张学良) and Yang Hucheng (杨虎城), a unit of the Northeast Army (东北军) surrounded Huaqing Pool (华清池) and detained Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石). Simultaneously, the 17th Route Army (第十七路军) took control of the entire city of Xi'an (西安), detaining dozens of high-ranking Kuomintang (国民党) military and political officials who had arrived from Nanjing (南京). The Xi'an Incident (西安事变), which shocked both China and the world, had erupted.
Time thus traces back to one year prior. In December 1935, the resolution of the Wayaobu Conference (瓦窑堡会议) and the report delivered by Mao Zedong (毛泽东) at the Party Activists' Conference clearly proposed that the Party's fundamental strategic task was to establish a broad Anti-Japanese National United Front (抗日民族统一战线). Subsequently, the Party carried out united front work targeting the Northeast Army (东北军), led by Zhang Xueliang (张学良), and the 17th Route Army (第十七路军), led by Yang Hucheng (杨虎城), both stationed in the Northwest region (西北地区).
The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) sent Li Kenong (李克农), Director of the Liaison Bureau (联络局), to meet with Zhang Xueliang (张学良) twice to discuss cooperation against Japan. On the evening of April 9, 1936, Zhou Enlai (周恩来) and Zhang Xueliang (张学良) met secretly in a church in Yan'an (延安). Zhang Xueliang (张学良) accepted the Chinese Communist Party's (中国共产党) political stance of stopping the civil war and jointly resisting Japan.
The General Yang Hucheng Memorial Hall (杨虎城将军纪念馆) at No. 117 Qingnian Road (青年路), Xi'an (西安), was formerly the Zhiyuan Villa (止园别墅) of Yang Hucheng (杨虎城). In the first-floor reception room, Yang Hucheng (杨虎城) met successively with Communists such as Wang Shiying (王世英), Wang Bingnan (王炳南), and Nan Hanchen (南汉宸). Serving as a secret reception point, Yang Hucheng (杨虎城) and the CPC (中共) liaison personnel reached a preliminary agreement here to cease hostilities and unite against Japan.
Beginning in the first half of 1936, hostilities had effectively ceased between the Red Army (红军), the Northeast Army (东北军), and the 17th Route Army (第十七路军). The Zhang Xueliang Mansion (张学良公馆) at No. 69 Jianguo Road (建国路), Xi'an (西安), has now become the Xi'an Incident Memorial Hall (西安事变纪念馆). In the historical exhibition room, a photograph of a joint celebration between the Northeast Army (东北军) and the Red Army (红军) serves as evidence of the preliminary formation of the great Northwest alliance (西北大联合) between the Red Army (红军), the Northeast Army (东北军), and the 17th Route Army (第十七路军).
On September 1, 1936, the Central Committee of the CPC (中共中央) issued an internal directive, explicitly proposing that the Party's general policy should be to force Chiang (蒋介石) to resist Japan. From resisting Japan and opposing Chiang (蒋介石) to forcing Chiang (蒋介石) to resist Japan, this was a major policy shift made by the Party based on changes in domestic class relations.
At this time, although Chiang Kai-shek's (蒋介石) attitude toward Japan had changed, his policy of "prioritizing internal pacification before resisting external aggression" (攘外必先安内) had not fundamentally changed. On December 4, 1936, Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石) traveled to Xi'an (西安) again to force Zhang Xueliang (张学良) and Yang Hucheng (杨虎城) to lead their troops in "suppressing the Communists" (剿共). Zhang Xueliang (张学良) and Yang Hucheng (杨虎城) "pleaded with tears" (哭谏) for Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石) to resist Japan, but were sternly refused. Consequently, they resolved to adopt a "military remonstrance" (兵谏) to force him to agree to resist Japan.
On the day of the incident, Zhang Xueliang (张学良), Yang Hucheng (杨虎城), and 18 other high-ranking generals signed and issued the "Circular Telegram on the Current Situation" (对时局通电), explaining that in a situation where the nation faced a grave crisis, they were forced to launch the incident to urge Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石) to wage a war of resistance.
After detaining Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石), Zhang Xueliang (张学良) telegraphed Mao Zedong (毛泽东) and Zhou Enlai (周恩来): "For the sake of the Chinese nation and the future of the anti-Japanese cause, we have disregarded everything and have now detained Chiang (蒋介石) and his important generals Chen Cheng (陈诚), Zhu Shaoliang (朱绍良), Jiang Dingwen (蒋鼎文), Wei Lihuang (卫立煌), etc... What are your views? Please reply immediately."
On December 13, the Central Committee of the CPC (中共中央) held an enlarged meeting of the Political Bureau (政治局). Mao Zedong (毛泽东) believed that the Xi'an Incident (西安事变) had revolutionary significance and should be supported. On December 17, at the invitation of Zhang Xueliang (张学良), Zhou Enlai (周恩来) and others arrived in Xi'an (西安) as representatives of the Central Committee of the CPC (中共中央). After clarifying the situation, the Central Committee of the CPC (中共中央), prioritizing the overall interests of the Chinese nation, independently determined the policy of resolving the Xi'an Incident (西安事变) through peaceful means. Based on this, Zhou Enlai (周恩来) worked together with Zhang Xueliang (张学良) and Yang Hucheng (杨虎城), and through negotiations, compelled Chiang Kai-shek (蒋介石) to make the commitment to "stop suppressing the Communists and unite with the Red Army to resist Japan."
At a critical juncture when Japanese imperialism (日本帝国主义) was intensifying its aggression against our country and the national crisis was unprecedentedly severe, the Party took the lead in holding high the banner of armed resistance against Japan, widely carried out the anti-Japanese national salvation movement, and facilitated the peaceful resolution of the Xi'an Incident (西安事变), which played a major historical role in promoting the renewed cooperation between the Kuomintang (国共) and the Communist Party, and uniting to resist Japan. In the historical exhibition room of the Xi'an Incident Memorial Hall (西安事变纪念馆), Mao Zedong's (毛泽东) assessment of the Xi'an Incident (西安事变) is particularly striking: "The peaceful resolution of the Xi'an Incident (西安事变) became the pivot for the transformation of the current situation: cooperation within the country under the new situation was formed, and the nationwide War of Resistance Against Japan (抗日战争) was launched."
In recent years, the Xi'an Incident Memorial Hall (西安事变纪念馆) has deeply explored the stories behind the artifacts, hosting original exhibitions such as "Witness to History—Joint Exhibition of Xi'an Incident (西安事变) Sites" and "National Integrity Turns the Tide—Themed Exhibition Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Victory of the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japan (中国人民抗日战争) and the World Anti-Fascist War (世界反法西斯战争)," with an annual attendance of over 1 million visitors.
Wang Jingwei (王敬巍), Secretary of the Party Branch and Director of the Xi'an Incident Memorial Hall (西安事变纪念馆), introduced: "The Five-Room Hall (五间厅), the New City Yellow Building (新城黄楼), the Zhang Xueliang Mansion (张学良公馆), the Yang Hucheng Zhiyuan Villa (杨虎城止园别墅), the Gao Guizi Mansion (高桂滋公馆), the Xijing Guest House (西京招待所), and the Xi'an Incident Command Center (西安事变指挥部)—these sites of the Xi'an Incident (西安事变) are distributed in different parts of Xi'an (西安). Today, as bases for red education and patriotic education, they have become vivid sites for tourists to understand this period of history."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 姚雪青 王永战 宋朝军
Strengthening the ranks of science popularization talent is a vital pillar for enhancing public scientific literacy and cultivating fertile soil for innovation. Gulou District, Nanjing City (南京市鼓楼区), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), has selected and appointed "Science Vice Principals" to enter campuses; Jinjiang District, Chengdu City (成都市锦江区), Sichuan Province (四川省), relies on online platforms to cultivate "Smart Science Communication Officers"; Lanzhou City (兰州市), Gansu Province (甘肃省), has established "Chief Science Expert" studio teams... By building platforms and innovating mechanisms, many regions have effectively expanded the sources of science popularization power, promoted the continuous growth of the science popularization talent pool, and enabled the systematic and precise nature of science popularization services to be continuously enhanced.
### Selecting "Science Vice Principals"
"Students, take a look, what is special about this sportswear?" Jiang Min (姜岷), Dean of the School of Biological and Food Engineering at Nanjing Tech University (南京工业大学), who also serves as the "Science Vice Principal" of Nanjing Liren School (南京市力人学校), is conducting a science popularization lecture for a group of middle school students in a university laboratory.
"It's very breathable." "It's quick-drying." The students rubbed the sportswear with their hands, answering one after another. One student noticed the label inside the cuff and judged, "This garment is made from recycled materials."
"That's right, this is a new garment made from old clothing materials." Jiang Min (姜岷) further explained that the key factor in "renovating and transforming" the clothes is microorganisms and enzymes.
Next, Jiang Min (姜岷) led the students to visit the various processes in the laboratory: adding microorganisms and enzymes into a transparent bioreactor can degrade a sweater into a crystal-containing solution in one day; after purification and processing, it forms threads, which are then woven into new clothes... "This is truly **变废为宝** (biàn fèi wéi bǎo - "turn waste into treasure," to recycle waste into something useful), green recycling! Amazing!" said student Zhang Yanqing (张砚清).
In Gulou District (鼓楼区), Nanjing (南京), scenes of "Science Vice Principals" delivering science popularization to primary and middle school students occur frequently. Zhang Minghua (张明华), Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Chairman of the Gulou District Association for Science and Technology (鼓楼区科协), introduced that the locality fully utilizes the advantage of rich resources from universities, research institutes, and technology enterprises. In May 2025, it launched the "Science Vice Principal" full-coverage configuration work. Currently, 16 "Science Vice Principals" have been selected from the front lines of scientific research in enterprises and public institutions. By formulating work guidance suggestions, establishing duty lists, and standardizing work processes, Gulou District (鼓楼区) has incorporated science popularization lectures, curriculum development, and scientific innovation guidance into quantitative evaluations, driving the normalized performance of duties by science popularization talent.
Not long ago, Zhu Lingzhi (朱凌志), a professional chief engineer at the New Energy Research Institute of the China Electric Power Research Institute (中国电力科学研究院), held a science popularization lecture at Nanjing No. 12 Middle School (南京市第十二中学) on the theme of "New Power Systems." At the lecture, young people from the institute engaged in power generation, transmission, and dispatching worked together to demonstrate and explain, not only interacting with teachers and students on-site but also establishing connections and forging friendships.
Chen Jun (陈军), Chief of the Science Popularization Section of the Gulou District Association for Science and Technology (鼓楼区科协), introduced that to continuously strengthen the science popularization talent team, the locality advocates for "Science Vice Principals" and their team members to pair up with primary and middle school teachers, and absorbs university students and corporate engineers to form volunteer service teams, further extending the reach of science popularization. "We will deepen our exploration, further mobilize science popularization talent and resources, and make the power of science popularization grow day by day," said Chen Jun (陈军).
### Cultivating "Science Communication Officers"
In Niushikou Subdistrict (牛市口街道), Jinjiang District (锦江区), Chengdu (成都), several herons play in the pool at the head of Jiuyan Bridge (九眼桥), attracting passersby to check in and take photos. By the roadside, science popularization display boards are lined up, introducing scientific knowledge such as the habits of herons with both pictures and text, attracting citizens to stop and watch.
"Herons often inhabit shallow water areas such as rivers and streams, feeding on aquatic animals like fish." Zeng Yijia (曾乙珈), a member of the Jindong Community (锦东社区) "Two Committees" and a "Smart Science Communication Officer," introduced the herons to the audience. Earlier, she had shared the information about this science popularization activity in the community WeChat group.
"I saw the news in the group, so I came here specifically," said citizen Grandpa Chen (陈大爷). "I saw the herons and heard the science explanation; this trip can be considered as '内行看门道' (nèi háng kàn mén dào - "the expert looks at the trick," to understand the underlying logic or professional aspects of a matter)!"
The improvement of citizens' scientific literacy cannot be separated from the construction of science popularization teams. In recent years, the Sichuan Provincial Association for Science and Technology (四川省科协) has built the "Tianfu Science and Technology Cloud" (天府科技云) platform, launching functions such as science popularization information sharing, scientific and technological resource exchange, and science popularization activity organization, mobilizing village (community) cadres and community grid workers to register as "Smart Science Communication Officers" to conduct smart science popularization. "In 2025, we trained 76 'Smart Science Communication Officers' across the district, guiding everyone to better use the platform and enrich the forms of science popularization knowledge dissemination," introduced Du Sizhen (杜思真), Chief of the Science Popularization Section of the Jinjiang District Association for Science and Technology (锦江区科协).
Jindong Community (锦东社区) has a concentration of old residential areas, with a relatively large proportion of elderly people. Before the Spring Festival this year, Zeng Yijia (曾乙珈) saw knowledge on the use of heating equipment on the "Tianfu Science and Technology Cloud" (天府科技云) and took the initiative to go to the homes of elderly residents to promote it. "Combining online with offline allows more elderly people to obtain science popularization information," said Zeng Yijia (曾乙珈).
"We are both promoting the 'Tianfu Science and Technology Cloud' (天府科技云) platform and strengthening the 'Smart Science Communication Officer' team. The subdistrict carries out more than 200 science popularization activities a year," said Du Jiaohua (杜佼桦), Director of the Livelihood Service Office of Niushikou Subdistrict (牛市口街道). According to statistics, Jinjiang District (锦江区) organizes more than 2,000 science popularization activities every year, and indicators related to residents' scientific literacy are steadily improving.
### Establishing "Expert Studios"
"Even if the temperature is below 35 degrees Celsius, it is still possible to suffer from heatstroke. In a high-temperature environment, strong radiation and high humidity will have a comprehensive impact on the human body's heat tolerance." In the office of the Lanzhou Meteorological Bureau (兰州市气象局), Duan Wenguang (段文广), a "Jincheng Chief Science Expert" and chief forecaster for professional meteorological services, is organizing his manuscript in preparation for the next science popularization session.
Duan Wenguang (段文广), who has worked at the Meteorological Bureau for 23 years, also has 17 years of experience in science popularization. He is not satisfied with the rich knowledge he possesses and is even more aware of the importance of popularizing knowledge: "Facing meteorological disasters, if the masses have relatively sufficient awareness and skills for disaster prevention and mitigation, many losses of life and property can be avoided."
Starting in August 2021, Lanzhou City (兰州市) launched the selection work for "Jincheng Chief Science Experts," led by the Municipal Association for Science and Technology (市科协), appointing a group of experts every year. In May 2025, Duan Wenguang (段文广) was appointed as a fourth-batch "Jincheng Chief Science Expert" and subsequently participated in various science popularization grand lectures, science and technology education rural tours, and public classes organized at both provincial and municipal levels, conducting science popularization for batches of primary and middle school students. Duan Wenguang (段文广) also formed a meteorological science popularization team with 6 colleagues from the Meteorological Bureau, established a meteorological science popularization studio, and continuously innovated the forms of science popularization, presenting content such as articles, videos, lectures, and experiments to children.
After 4 batches of selections, Lanzhou City (兰州市) now has 216 "Jincheng Chief Science Experts," 162 of whom hold doctoral degrees. In addition, Lanzhou City (兰州市) has officially established 216 "Science Communication Expert Studios," absorbing 953 team members, creating a professional science popularization team with a reasonable structure, moderate scale, individual strengths, and distinct characteristics. To date, "Jincheng Chief Science Experts" have cumulatively conducted over 2,300 science popularization lectures, organized nearly 1,000 science popularization activities, and served over 10 million people.
Coordination for this issue: Han Chunyao (韩春瑶)
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"Participating in the medical insurance scheme here saves me quite a bit on monthly medical expenses, allowing me to save more money for my family," says Hou Zhihui (侯志会), a food delivery worker striving for a better life in Ningbo (宁波), Zhejiang (浙江).
45-year-old Hou Zhihui (侯志会) has been in Ningbo (宁波) for eight years. As a worker in a new employment format, he shuttles through the streets and alleys almost every day, 轻车熟路 (qīng chē shú lù - "light carriage familiar road," to be very familiar with a situation or task). However, there was a time when he did not feel a strong sense of belonging to this city.
"Seeing a doctor here wasn't as convenient as it was back in my hometown." Hou Zhihui (侯志会) suffers from a chronic gastrointestinal condition and needs to get medication every month; when symptoms are severe, he even has to go to the hospital for examinations. But because he was away from home, he had to pay for everything out of pocket.
Since 2021, Ningbo (宁波) has continuously relaxed its medical insurance policies. Initially, migrant populations holding a residence permit for at least one year could participate in employee medical insurance through flexible employment status; later, the policy was further optimized. In 2025, Hou Zhihui (侯志会) learned that non-registered residents only need to complete flexible employment registration to participate in the basic medical insurance for employees.
Living in Zhonggongmiao Subdistrict (钟公庙街道), Yinzhou District (鄞州区), Hou Zhihui (侯志会) went to the subdistrict's convenience service center. Under the guidance of the staff, he successfully completed the registration for basic pension insurance for employees, basic medical insurance for employees, and the major medical expense subsidy for employees as a flexible employment worker. In addition, the food delivery platform he works for also provided him with a medical insurance participation subsidy.
Recently, when Hou Zhihui (侯志会) went to the hospital, his outpatient registration fee, treatment fees, and medication costs totaled 208 yuan. Because he participated in medical insurance, he only had to pay 31 yuan personally. "The burden of seeing a doctor and getting medicine is smaller, I have more money in my pocket, and my family can rest easier," said Hou Zhihui (侯志会).
Also living in Ningbo (宁波) after moving from elsewhere, the family of Li Mingliang (李明亮) (a pseudonym) shares similar experiences and feelings.
In early 2025, a new member was added to Li Mingliang (李明亮)'s family. "The baby was born prematurely and suddenly developed volvulus and intestinal adhesions after birth, requiring immediate surgery," recalled Li Mingliang (李明亮). "The treatment costs were very high, and we had to transfer to another city for follow-up care, which put significant economic pressure on us."
Li Mingliang (李明亮) had enrolled in Ningbo (宁波) employee medical insurance through flexible employment. Could a newborn without local household registration also be enrolled in Ningbo (宁波) medical insurance? At the counter of the Ningbo Municipal Government Service Center (宁波市政务服务中心), the staff's reply put his mind at ease: "If the requirements for participating in insurance in Ningbo (宁波) are met, and the newborn's insurance registration is completed and payment is credited within 90 days of birth, the compliant medical expenses incurred from the date of birth can be included in medical insurance reimbursement."
On the same day he consulted at the counter, Li Mingliang (李明亮) successfully completed the medical insurance registration and payment procedures for his child in Ningbo (宁波). During subsequent treatment, compliant medical expenses in Shanghai (上海) could also be settled directly by swiping the medical insurance card. "Medical insurance reimbursed most of the medical expenses. We now have the confidence to continue living in Ningbo (宁波)," said Li Mingliang (李明亮).
In May 2025, Ningbo (宁波) further improved the long-term mechanism policy for basic medical insurance participation, upgraded the implementation measures related to the construction of a "universal medical insurance" city, fully promoted participation based on the place of residence and employment, and further relaxed the conditions for non-local school-age children and flexible employment personnel to participate in insurance.
A relevant official from the Ningbo Medical Insurance Bureau (宁波市医保局) stated that to improve the basic public services provided at the place of residence, Ningbo (宁波) is gradually including non-local resident populations in the scope of basic public services such as child care. At the same time, it is fully implementing the policy of participating in insurance based on the place of employment, legally promoting the participation of employees in employee medical insurance at their place of employment. After registering for employment in the city, non-local flexible employment personnel can participate in the city's employee medical insurance as flexible employment personnel.
This official indicated that Ningbo (宁波) will continue to explore relaxing medical insurance participation conditions and promote the implementation of the residence permit-based insurance policy, allowing both new and long-term citizens to feel the warmth of the city.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Yan Yiqiao (闫伊乔)) — Recently, the Ministry of Education (教育部) organized seven universities (高校) to compile and publish 12 original textbooks. These cover the three major series of the Key Textbook Construction Project for Original Philosophy and Social Sciences in China (中国原创性哲学社会科学重点教材建设工程): the "China Series" (中国系列), the "New Era Series" (新时代系列), and the "Classic Series" (经典系列).
Among the 12 textbooks, four law textbooks summarize the practical experience of China's rule of law construction, timely reflect the latest research progress in academia and industry, systematically distill the iconic concepts and original theories of Civil Law (民法学), Civil Procedure Law (民事诉讼法学), and Administrative Law and Administrative Procedure Law (行政法与行政诉讼法学), and centrally showcase the origins and evolution of China's legal formulation, implementation, and development. Five journalism textbooks, closely aligned with the requirements for cultivating journalism and communication talent in the new era, summarize new changes and practices in the field of journalism and communication, providing an overview of public opinion work in the new era, radio, television and audiovisual communication, all-media news practice, and international communication theory and practice. One Marxist theory textbook and one Communist Party of China (中共) history and party-building textbook strive to accurately and systematically interpret the classic works of Marx (马克思), Engels (恩格斯), and Lenin (列宁), as well as important documents of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党), reflecting the glorious history of the Party and the outstanding achievements in Party building. One volume titled "General Compendium of Important Expositions by Marx (马克思), Engels (恩格斯), and Lenin (列宁) on Philosophy, Social Sciences, and Various Disciplines" (《马克思恩格斯列宁关于哲学社会科学及各学科重要论述摘编总论》), divided into upper and lower volumes, centrally embodies the expositions of Marx (马克思), Engels (恩格斯), and Lenin (列宁) regarding the orientation, functional characteristics, and other aspects of philosophy and social sciences, providing guidance for the compilation, review, use, publication, and editorial processing of textbooks across various disciplines. These efforts demonstrate that the compilers have worked 兢兢业业 (jīng jīng yè yè - "cautious and conscientious," to work with great care and diligence) to ensure the high quality of these academic resources.
Return to TopIn accordance with the requirements for upstream water inflow and reservoir storage, the Xiaolangdi Reservoir (小浪底水库) and the Xixiayuan Reservoir (西霞院水库) on the Yellow River (黄河) have been jointly regulated to discharge water at a rate of 2,400 cubic meters per second, effective June 10.
The image shows the discharge scene at the Xiaolangdi Water Control Project (小浪底水利枢纽) on the Yellow River (黄河), captured on June 10.
Photographed by Miao Qiunao (苗秋闹) (Vision China (影像中国))
Return to TopXinhua News Agency (新华社), Beijing (北京), June 8 — Comrade Jin Shi (金石), former head of the Discipline Inspection Group of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委) stationed at the Ministry of Radio, Film and Television (广播电影电视部), passed away due to illness in Beijing (北京) on May 29, 2026, at the age of 102.
After the passing of Comrade Jin Shi (金石), relevant leading comrades of the Central Committee (中央) expressed their condolences in various ways and extended their sympathies to his family members.
Jin Shi (金石) was born in November 1923 in Ningbo (宁波), Zhejiang (浙江). He began his revolutionary work in September 1939 and joined the Communist Party of China (中国共产党) in November 1941. In September 1939, he joined the "Shanghai Student Circles Association for National Salvation" (上海学生界救亡协会), an peripheral organization of the Party. In November 1941, he joined the underground Party at Shanghai Southern Middle School (上海南方中学) and engaged in student work. From September 1942 to May 1949, he served successively as secretary of the rural Party branch and member of the district committee of Yandong County (盐东县) in Northern Jiangsu (苏北), a cadre in the Organization Department of the Central China Bureau (华中局), and secretary of the district committee of Wulian County (五莲县), Shandong (山东). From May 1949 to June 1966, he served successively as a secretary in the General Office of the East China Bureau (华东局), deputy director of the Third Office, and a researcher and deputy director of the Secretariat of the General Office of the CPC Central Committee (中央办公厅). From June 1966 to January 1975, he was sent down to a "May 7th" Cadre School ("五七"干校) for labor. From January 1975 to January 1979, he served as deputy commander of the Ningbo Port Construction Headquarters (浙江宁波港建设指挥部). From January 1979 to March 1987, he served successively as deputy head of the Third Group and deputy director of the Research Office of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪律检查委员会). In March 1987, he was appointed head of the Discipline Inspection Group of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪委) stationed at the Ministry of Radio, Film and Television (广播电影电视部). He retired in April 1993.
Jin Shi (金石) was a member of the 12th Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (中央纪律检查委员会) of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党).
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Wang Yunshan (王云杉)) — The reporter learned from the National Energy Investment Group (国家能源集团) on June 10 that the Guohua Investment (国华投资) Jiangsu (江苏) Rudong (如东) integrated solar-hydrogen-storage project has been fully completed. This is the largest integrated solar-hydrogen-storage project in China (我国).
The project is located in the coastal tidal flat area of Rudong (如东), Jiangsu (江苏), with a total photovoltaic capacity of 400,000 kilowatts. It is equipped with a newly built 220-kilovolt shore-based booster station, a hydrogen production station with a capacity of 1,500 standard cubic meters per hour, and an electrochemical energy storage power station. This project is the first in China (我国) to integrate power generation, hydrogen production, and energy storage, while simultaneously addressing comprehensive energy utilization and coastal ecological governance, achieving a composite and efficient use of "electricity-storage-hydrogen."
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Innovation and creation are processes of re-expression; only by using language that audiences love to see and hear can we make them willing to listen and absorb the message.
The fertility of cultural soil promotes the enrichment of the spiritual world, while the release of creative vitality further deepens the cultural foundation. Through this two-way empowerment, Chinese culture (中华文化) flourishes and thrives, and the development of our cause is 欣欣向荣 (xīn xīn xiàng róng - "flourishing and thriving," describing a state of vigorous growth and prosperity).
A recent phenomenal cultural event is the hit and viral low-budget dialect film "Love Letter to Grandma" (给阿嬷的情书).
From cinematography techniques to editing styles, and even the actors' performances, there are many factors that determine the success of a film. However, regarding this movie, the audience's praise has a common focus: the spiritual core represented by Qiaopi (侨批).
In the Chaoshan (潮汕) dialect, "pi" (批) means "letter." For a long time in the past, overseas Chinese sent remittances back to China through non-governmental channels, accompanied by family letters or simple notes; this is what is known as Qiaopi (侨批).
As the light and shadows flow, frame by frame, the film takes the audience back to the arduous entrepreneurial history of the older generation of overseas Chinese, allowing them to experience a profound sense of patriotism.
Beyond the film, numerous domestic and international tourists have visited the Chaoshan (潮汕) region to explore the culture of the hometowns of overseas Chinese and touch the roots of this heritage. At the Shantou Qiaopi Cultural Museum (广东汕头侨批文物馆) in Guangdong (广东), many tourists were moved to tears while reading the yellowed letters.
From this, one can see the 生生不息 (shēng shēng bù xī - "ceaseless generation," describing the endless, continuous vitality of life or culture) power of culture, the value of cultural work, and gain inspiration for stimulating the vitality of cultural innovation and creation.
At the 2026 Cultural Power Construction Summit Forum (2026文化强国建设高峰论坛), from the high-quality development of the film industry to the protection and inheritance of cultural heritage, and further to the prosperity of literary and artistic creation, "innovation and creation" became the keyword of the discussion. This is both a methodology summarized from successful experiences and a goal pursued by all fields to reach a higher level.
Where does the living water of innovation and creation come from? A keen eye for discovery is key.
Over 90% of the plot in "Love Letter to Grandma" (给阿嬷的情书) comes from real-life prototypes. The dance drama "The Peony Pavilion" (牡丹亭) interprets the classic text from a contemporary perspective, attracting a large number of young viewers. The TV series "Minning Town" (山海情) focuses its lens on the great practice of poverty alleviation, deeply moving audiences both at home and abroad.
Practice has proven that the sparks of inspiration are often hidden in the stories around us. From excellent traditional Chinese culture to the great practices of the new era, the innovation and creation of the people are like a rushing river—both magnificent and deep—serving as an inexhaustible source of creation. By focusing the lens on life and allowing works to possess both the flavor of daily life and artistic quality, their vitality and reach will naturally be long-lasting.
Innovation and creation are processes of re-expression; only by using language that audiences love to see and hear can we make them willing to listen and absorb the message.
From museums being unable to meet the demand for tickets, to netizens commemorating sages in trendy ways, and cultural creative products becoming a new form of expression for young people, observing the development of the "museum fever" (文博热) in recent years reveals the deepening and continuously upgrading cultural needs of consumers.
New and old are relative; as public consumption needs advance with the times, cultural creation must also change with the trend. Manually "transferring" exquisite silk patterns onto postcards; putting on equipment to "walk" into the Mogao Caves (莫高窟) thousands of miles away to admire murals... at the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (第二十二届文博会), long queues formed in front of various experience booths. Grasping the changes in consumer demand and making good use of technological means to empower, so that consumers can establish a warmer connection with cultural resources, is the only way to awaken deep resonance, enhance cultural identity and cultural confidence, and achieve spiritual cultivation and shaping.
"The 'strength' of a culturally strong nation must ultimately be reflected in the people's ideological realm, spiritual state, and cultural cultivation." The increasingly perfect supply of public culture demonstrates the power of 成风化人 (chéng fēng huà rén - "to form customs and transform people," the power of culture to influence social mores and improve people's character). In Xiji County (西吉县), Ningxia (宁夏), reading and writing provide people with spiritual support to overcome poverty while broadening the path to wealth; in Taipan Village (台盘村), Taijiang County (台江县), Guizhou (贵州), a basketball ignited the villagers' internal drive to create a better life. Looking at the vast land of China today, new mass literature and art are flourishing, and mass sports activities are blossoming everywhere. The fertility of cultural soil promotes the enrichment of the spiritual world, while the release of creative vitality further deepens the cultural foundation. Through this two-way empowerment, Chinese culture (中华文化) flourishes and thrives, and the development of our cause is 欣欣向荣 (xīn xīn xiàng róng - "flourishing and thriving," describing a state of vigorous growth and prosperity).
We have never lacked good stories; the bottleneck lies in the ability to tell them well. By coordinating inheritance and innovation, rooting ourselves in the land beneath our feet, breathing with the times, and growing with the people, our 生生不息 (shēng shēng bù xī - "ceaseless generation," describing the endless, continuous vitality of life or culture) creation will converge into an inexhaustible driving force for moving forward.
Return to TopBy: 杨准正
There is no need to envy the radiance of distant horizons. By doing the work at hand well, honing the skills in your grasp, fulfilling your duties within your own field, and 深耕不辍 (shēn gēng bù chuò - "deep plow not stop," to work diligently and persistently in one's field), even an ordinary person can live a brilliant life.
What is the concept of 0.01 millimeters? It is about 1/6 the diameter of a human hair; it is the precision of the workpieces polished by my own hands, and the scale by which I have tempered my unregrettable youth. Not long ago, I had the honor of receiving the 2026 China Youth May Fourth Medal (2026年度中国青年五四奖章). If you ask what I relied on, the answer is nothing more than three words: "drill into it" (immerse yourself).
My starting point was not high. After graduating from junior high school, I studied to be a chef. Later, after several attempts, I finally returned to campus to study electromechanical engineering. Opportunities are hard-won, so I cherished my study time immensely. I told myself that the only thing I could truly hold in my hands was a solid, practical skill. I had to settle my heart, "drill into it," and drill down to a "ten-thousand-meter depth." I did not stop at learning by rote; I insisted on asking "why" several times until I fully understood the principles. For me, there was no such thing as "good enough" for a process; I was always pondering and exploring whether it could be done better. By not 浅尝辄止 (qiǎn cháng zhé zhǐ - "shallow taste stop," to stop after a little knowledge, to not delve deeply) and not blindly working without thought, by using my brain to figure out the methods and patiently trying again and again, I was truly able to make these skills my own.
Relying on this spirit of "drilling," I won first place in the provincial vocational school fitter skills competition and was admitted to Jiangling Motors (江铃汽车) through a special recruitment process. The "excellence" I had in school was far from enough when faced with the rigorous standards of the enterprise. The precision requirements for automotive tooling and fixtures are extremely high; a difference of a hair's breadth could affect the quality of the entire vehicle. My master is Yuan Zhenghai (袁政海), a National Model Worker (全国劳模). When we first met, he was squatting beside the equipment, checking the mold inch by inch with a magnifying glass. That figure was deeply imprinted in my mind, inspiring me to practice my technique and polish my craftsmanship. Only by working hard with both hands and feet, staying focused, not letting any detail slip, and not cutting corners on any procedure, can one turn "clumsy effort" into hard-earned expertise through the pursuit of excellence.
Studying earnestly, seeking truth through diligent questioning, and being persistent and meticulous—this is my work methodology. Every day, I arrived an hour early to practice filing, studied blueprints repeatedly at night, and chased after others to ask questions when I encountered problems I didn't understand... Each time I polished and calibrated, I was not only improving my skills but also forging my character. My craftsmanship became increasingly proficient, my mindset grew more confident and grounded, and I developed a growing love and sense of belonging for the profession of a fitter. The workshop, which I once found dull and tedious, began to become interesting. Every day the workstation was different, the tasks were different, and the problems encountered were different. It was like "passing levels" in a game; every time I passed a level, I gained a bit more skill, and that sense of achievement is irreplaceable. Nowadays, my master has given me a nickname—"Yang the Three-Many" (杨三多): many ideas, many methods, and many techniques.
To "drill into it" does not mean being stubborn; it means cultivating the ability to learn, constantly breaking boundaries, and embracing change. In 2019, the factory introduced an automated production line, and I suddenly found that I "couldn't get a hand in." I couldn't understand the English on the robot's teach pendant, and whenever the equipment broke down, I could only look for outside help. What to do? I started from scratch, became an apprentice again, drew all 4,173 icons, and memorized their functions and meanings one by one; I taught myself programming and gnawed through the robot operation manuals... Two years later, I became one of the company's first technicians for intelligent equipment operation and maintenance. The era is developing rapidly; how can one rely on "old capital" for a lifetime? Instead of standing still, it is better to put down the burden and push yourself. The tunnel is dark when you first drill into it, but what you find when you drill out is a world of light.
This era is the era of strivers; for every bit of effort, there is a corresponding harvest. As my skills improved, the stage I stood on grew larger. In 2023, the project I led overcame a stubborn industry problem regarding welding deformation. We pioneered a "laser cutting + hydraulic punching combination process," which increased the pass rate of frame hole positioning from 80% to 97%. The relevant plan has become a reference benchmark for flexible production in the industry. With the support of the enterprise, I also established a "Skill Master Studio" (技能大师工作室) to help colleagues transition to intelligent operation and maintenance and to tackle technical problems together. Over the past 11 years, the projects I have led have cumulatively realized benefits exceeding 26 million yuan.
The bitterness of diligent study will eventually brew the sweetness of life. Life has no standard answer, and "little people" can also shine. There is no need to envy the radiance of distant horizons. By doing the work at hand well, honing the skills in your grasp, fulfilling your duties within your own field, and 深耕不辍 (shēn gēng bù chuò - "deep plow not stop," to work diligently and persistently in one's field), even an ordinary person can live a brilliant life. Be bold enough to be meticulous, refuse to admit defeat, and try more when facing challenges; every day is worth it, and every step counts.
(The author is a production worker at Jiangling Motors Corporation, Ltd. (江铃汽车股份有限公司) and a recipient of the 2026 China Youth May Fourth Medal (2026年度中国青年五四奖章). Interview and compilation by our reporter Yang Yanfei (杨颜菲).)
Return to TopBy: 吴 丹
Recently, many universities have publicized their major adjustment plans. Embodied Intelligence, Brain-Computer Science and Technology, Marine Intelligence and Unmanned Technology, Agricultural Robotics... 38 new majors have been officially included in the 2026 undergraduate major catalog, and they will welcome their first batch of freshmen this autumn.
The dynamic adjustment of undergraduate majors in universities has shown a clear accelerating trend in recent years. This year, the proportion of major adjustments exceeded 10% for the first time. Looking at a longer cycle, during the "14th Five-Year Plan" (十四五) period, universities across the country have cumulatively added 10,200 undergraduate major sites and revoked or suspended enrollment for 12,200, with an overall adjustment rate exceeding 30%.
In the past, the major settings of many universities often followed a "small logic" of self-development: opening majors based on whatever resources or teachers were available. Today, as a new round of scientific and technological revolution and industrial transformation deepens, new technologies and new business formats have spawned new demands for talent cultivation. This means that major settings must start from the "grand logic" of national and social development, better align with social needs, and adapt more quickly to social changes.
This "grand logic" has two layers of meaning. First, it serves national strategies and enhances the contribution of higher education to the construction of a strong nation. For example, adding new majors such as Rare Earth Science and Engineering and Deep Earth Science and Engineering aims at the technological frontier; adding majors such as Health Service and Management and Elderly Care Service Management helps maintain people's lives and health; and adding majors such as Paleography and Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection explores paths for the inheritance and innovation of excellent traditional Chinese culture.
Second, it promotes innovative development and improves the adaptability between talent supply and social demand. It is not difficult to find by sorting through the newly added majors in recent years that many new majors, such as Embodied Intelligence and Brain-Computer Science and Technology, did not grow directly from the "discipline tree," but were derived from the forefront of industrial development.
Shifting from the "small logic" of disciplinary self-renewal to the "grand logic" of serving national development is essentially "looking at education from outside of education," placing the coordinates of talent cultivation on the main battlefield of economic and social development.
Behind the increase and decrease of majors lies a profound transformation in educational vision. For example, in 2025, Chongqing (重庆) released a list of 88 majors urgently needed for national strategy and regional development, guiding universities such as Chongqing University (重庆大学), Southwest University (西南大学), and Chongqing Jiaotong University (重庆交通大学) to add new majors such as Low-Altitude Technology and Engineering, Intelligent Vehicle Engineering, and Energy Chemistry; Heilongjiang (黑龙江) formed 40 regional industry-education integration characteristic advantage major clusters, effectively organizing universities, enterprises, industrial parks, and scientific research forces to better align majors with industries.
Only when talent cultivation, knowledge creation, and social innovation fit and promote each other can we transcend the temporary popularity of majors, and use a rigorous, scientific, and dynamically updated knowledge system, as well as cultivation methods that change with needs and advance with the times, to empower more people with the ability and literacy to master the unknown and cope with change.
Some also wonder: talent cultivation is an art of "slowness," and the construction of curriculum, faculty, and related support is not a one-day task. How can we adapt to the fast pace of major adjustments in the long race of education?
Mechanism is the key. On one hand, we should explore the establishment of an extraordinary setting mechanism for majors urgently needed by national strategies, open up "green channels" for immediate response, and guide universities with conditions and foundations to actively demonstrate and extraordinarily layout the cultivation of talents urgently needed for major national strategies. On the other hand, relying on big data and artificial intelligence technology, we should establish mechanisms for regular demand assessment, precise analysis, and rapid feedback of industry talent, dynamically optimize enrollment scales, adjust major cultivation directions, and upgrade talent cultivation plans, so as to provide full-chain services from the enrollment entrance to the employment exit.
Talent cultivation connects individual development at one end and social vitality at the other. When more universities shift from "teaching what is available" to "cultivating what is needed," when every major aims at practical needs, and when every course allows students to learn real skills, our society will have enough space and potential to form a favorable situation where people apply what they have learned and everyone makes the best use of their talents, truly achieving the goal of 学以致用 (xué yǐ zhì yòng - "study in order to use," to apply what one has learned to practical purposes) and ensuring that everyone can 人尽其才 (rén jìn qí cái - "person exhaust their talent," to allow everyone to fully utilize their potential).
Return to TopSummer harvesting, summer planting, and summer field management—the "Three Summers" (三夏) represent the most critical period of the agricultural calendar for the entire year. Currently, large-scale mechanical harvesting of wheat has been fully launched across the country. According to the latest agricultural situation report from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部), as of 17:00 on June 9 (6月9日), 233 million mu of summer wheat have been harvested nationwide, reaching a progress rate of 68.54%. Solidly advancing all tasks related to "Three Summers" (三夏) production helps to solidify the foundation for a bumper grain harvest throughout the year.
This is exactly as the saying goes:
The yellow grain is reaped,
The fertile soil is plowed anew.
Sweat falls in the summer sun,
And autumn brings a granary full of grain.
Liao Yuanwen (廖沅文)
Return to TopBy: 吴 刚
To measure high-quality regional development, energy consumption per unit of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) serves as an intuitive indicator. Not long ago, the 2025 Chongqing (重庆) Ecological and Environmental Status Bulletin was released, showing that energy consumption per unit of GDP in Chongqing (重庆) has continued to decline, performing approximately 30% better than the national average. In other words, with the same input of energy consumption factors, Chongqing (重庆) has created economic output of greater scale and higher quality.
It is worth analyzing the internal logic of generating more regional GDP with the same energy consumption by looking at the deep-seated adjustments in industrial structure and the shift in resource allocation logic.
Perform "addition and subtraction" on the industrial structure to reserve energy for industries with higher added value. In recent years, the proportion of traditional high-energy-consuming industries in Chongqing (重庆) has steadily declined, the equipment industry has maintained growth, the electronics industry has remained generally stable, and new energy vehicles have become an important pillar supporting the industry. The increased share of emerging industries is reshaping the industrial framework, directing limited energy toward "more valuable" industries.
Master the "technical work" of production workshops to maximize the output of every bit of energy. Last year, energy consumption per unit of industrial added value in Chongqing (重庆) dropped significantly by 8.3%, while the added value of industries above a designated size grew against the trend by 5.9%. The underlying driving force for this change stems from technological transformation and process upgrades. Comprehensively promoting intelligent manufacturing, the construction of digital workshops, and the application of green and low-carbon technologies helps reduce energy consumption per unit of product and improves total factor productivity.
Utilize the "hard constraints" of project entry to screen for truly good projects using energy consumption indicators. In the past, investment promotion in various regions often focused on investment scale and total output value. Today, economic output per unit of energy consumption has become an important dimension for evaluating the quality of projects. Currently, Chongqing (重庆) uses output efficiency per unit of energy consumption as a key evaluation indicator: projects with lower energy efficiency levels will face stricter entry constraints, while high-tech, high-efficiency projects will receive more favorable allocation of factors. When energy efficiency assessment becomes the ruler for screening good projects, the overall development quality and efficiency of the city will naturally 水涨船高 (shuǐ zhǎng chuán gāo - "water rises, boat floats," all things progress together; as the general situation improves, individual components improve accordingly).
It is evident that the reason the same energy consumption can produce more regional GDP lies in the transformation of resource utilization methods.
(Excerpted from Chongqing Daily (重庆日报), originally titled "Why Does Chongqing (重庆) Produce More GDP with the Same Energy Consumption?")
Return to TopBy: 周明华
If one is unwilling to climb, one will never have the chance to enjoy the scenery at the summit; if a flower stays only in a greenhouse, it loses the opportunity to breathe in the vast fields. True responsibility means bravely taking the first step even when knowing the road ahead is fraught with danger.
Cadres are meant to lead by doing (干字当头). In reality, however, there are individual cadres who, under the pretext of "seeking stability," only choose tasks without risks, rely entirely on seeking instructions from superiors when making decisions, and delay or evade difficult problems whenever possible. The phrases they repeat most often are essentially "let's wait a bit longer," "let's observe for now," and "don't cause trouble." Such practices and rhetoric are clearly **格格不入** (gé gé bù rù - "grid grid not enter," incompatible or out of place) with a correct view of political achievement.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) asked a question that is truly thought-provoking: "If work were so easy that anyone could do it, then what need would there be for responsibility?" Picking only the easiest tasks is not a sign of capability; in the eyes of the masses, it is actually "being slippery" or "finding ways to be lazy." To achieve true political merit, one must discard the burden of seeking stability and fearing mistakes, dare to handle "hot potatoes," dare to delve into the heart of conflicts, and temper broad shoulders capable of taking on responsibilities.
Political achievements that can withstand the test of time often emerge from places where difficulties are overcome. Wei Deyou (魏德友) has patrolled and protected the border in uninhabited areas for over 60 years, covering a cumulative distance of more than 200,000 kilometers, and is hailed as a "living boundary marker" on the frontier. The more dangerous the place, where conflicts are intertwined and problems are clustered, the more it can refine one's faith and original aspirations, precipitating long-term, beneficial results.
Political achievements that can withstand the test of time also emerge from the hearts of the people. Academician Zhu Youyong (朱有勇) took root in a border county, using scientific and technological achievements to lead villagers in developing industries such as winter potatoes and under-forest Panax notoginseng, training over 2,200 leaders in prosperity through science and technology. The simple title of "Farmer Academician" given by the local masses has become the most enduring form of praise. Good political achievement is not found in written materials or statistical reports, but is reflected in the well-being of the masses and hidden in the word-of-mouth conversations of the people.
Stepping out of the "comfort zone" requires a shift from "seeking stability" to "seeking resilience." Only when a river surges can it carve through a canyon; only when a seed pushes upward can it crack the hard soil. If one is unwilling to climb, one will never have the chance to enjoy the scenery at the summit; if a flower stays only in a greenhouse, it loses the opportunity to breathe in the vast fields. True responsibility means bravely taking the first step even when knowing the road ahead is fraught with danger. Always thinking about making no mistakes and having smooth sailing every time may ultimately lead to no progress at all. Only by making oneself more resilient and courageous can one truly **行稳致远** (xíng wěn zhì yuǎn - "walk steady reach far," to move steadily toward long-term goals).
Bidding farewell to "spinning in place" requires a shift from merely seeking to be "faultless" to seeking to be "regretless." For example, cadres who are good at implementation do not choose to simply forward a pile of documents; instead, they choose to take action, descend to the grassroots level to understand the needs and expectations of cadres and the masses, warm hearts with their actions, and gather the momentum to work and innovate. Political achievements are not waited for; they are earned through the concrete work of observing public sentiment, resolving public worries, and benefiting the people's livelihood. For such cadres, the masses naturally offer their full support.
It must also be noted that for Party members and cadres to avoid "lying flat" and to dare to take responsibility, it is closely related to institutional guidance and organizational support. For those who dare to act, the organization must also dare to provide backing, providing a safety net for those who make mistakes during trials and taking responsibility for those who are responsible, thereby eliminating various factors that hinder cadres from taking initiative.
As we forge ahead toward the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五), the road we must travel has no ready-made templates, and the problems we must solve are mostly new challenges of the era and difficulties in development—how can we "lie flat"? Only by performing one's duties while in one's position and fulfilling one's responsibilities while holding one's office can one achieve real results for the people, living up to the era and the people.
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 蒋雪鸿
Biographical Sketch
Shen Xueshun (沈学顺), born in 1967, is a native of Nanyang (南阳), Henan (河南). He is an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院) and a researcher at the Earth System Numerical Prediction Center (地球系统数值预报中心) of the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局). He has led the construction of China's independent and comprehensive scientific and engineering system for numerical weather prediction, established the national integrated regional and global numerical weather prediction operational system, and spearheaded the development of a next-generation high-precision, scalable atmospheric model prototype system for integrated weather and climate. He has been awarded the second prize of the State Science and Technology Progress Award (国家科学技术进步奖) and the first prize of the Chinese Meteorological Society Science and Technology Progress Award (中国气象学会科技进步奖), among others.
Should I take an umbrella when I go out today? Will it be sunny this weekend? Checking weather forecasts has long become a part of people's daily lives. Why can weather forecasts provide future weather conditions with relative accuracy? This relies on breakthroughs in numerical prediction technology.
What is numerical prediction? "Atmospheric movement follows laws, and behind this is a set of 'equations.' By writing these equations into computer code and calculating future weather within a computer, we get numerical prediction," explains Shen Xueshun (沈学顺), Academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (中国工程院) and researcher at the Earth System Numerical Prediction Center (地球系统数值预报中心) of the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局), vividly.
While it sounds like a simple problem of "solving equations," numerical prediction is actually a highly complex systemic project. Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) has been deeply engaged in this scientific path, full of unknowns and hardships, for nearly 40 years.
Finding new solutions to significantly improve the accuracy of China's global prediction system
"Where is the difficulty in developing a numerical prediction system?" "Assimilation." Upon meeting the reporter, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) spoke about the "past and present" of numerical prediction, using an analogy. "Solving the 'equations' of atmospheric movement is a complex process." First, one must set the initial state, "inputting" the current state of the atmosphere, such as temperature, pressure, wind speed, and humidity. "Assimilation" is the process of scientifically "kneading" existing observational data into the numerical prediction model to correct the initial field, making the forecast more accurate.
To achieve technical breakthroughs, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) led his team to put great effort into overcoming difficulties such as satellite data assimilation and four-dimensional variational assimilation.
In 2008, while visiting the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (欧洲中期天气预报中心), team member Han Wei (韩威) keenly captured a bottleneck encountered by the international meteorological community: the mainstream international satellite observation bias correction schemes at the time had a systematic "drift" problem—much like the zero point of a precision electronic scale quietly changing, leading to increasingly inaccurate forecast results.
Encouraged by Shen Xueshun (沈学顺), Han Wei (韩威) began searching for a new solution. From tedious code and tens of thousands of calculations, he originally proposed the theory of "constrained variational bias correction." This breakthrough fundamentally curbed the problem of bias "drift" and became a highlight of China's independently developed numerical prediction technical methods. Since then, China's full-chain, independently controllable satellite data assimilation operational system has been gradually built, reversing the situation where China's numerical prediction long relied on foreign satellite data.
Satellite data assimilation solved the problem of "insufficient global data coverage," while four-dimensional variational assimilation solved the challenge of "spatiotemporal chaos."
Also in 2008, the development of a global four-dimensional variational assimilation system was launched. This is one of the key technologies for improving global numerical weather prediction, a field that was then a blank slate in China, lacking technical accumulation and knowledge reserves. For a long time, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) and his team members explored basic theories while conducting various research, development, and debugging.
"Four-dimensional variational assimilation is relative to three-dimensional variational assimilation," Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) explains. Three-dimensional refers to space—north, south, east, west, up, and down. Traditional three-dimensional variational assimilation simply "packs" all observational data within 6 hours rigidly, without considering time factors; whereas four-dimensional variational assimilation adds a "time dimension" to the original basis, making monitoring data more precise.
However, smoothly "weaving" hundreds or thousands of data points from different moments into complex dynamic equations causes the data processing difficulty and supercomputing load to grow geometrically.
The resolution of this technical difficulty was inseparable from Liu Yongzhu (刘永柱), a postdoctoral fellow once supervised by Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) who came from a computer science background at the National University of Defense Technology (国防科技大学). "Relying on his solid underlying computer skills and keen mathematical intuition, he worked through the night to derive and debug, and managed to overcome this key technology quickly and well," said Shen Xueshun (沈学顺). "Numerical prediction research cannot do without the **群策群力** (qún cè qún lì - "group plan group strength," pooling the wisdom and efforts of everyone) of interdisciplinary members." With the joint efforts of team members, the accuracy of China's global prediction system has been significantly improved, and team members have also grown through technical exchanges.
From nothing to something, from something to excellence, "polishing" the domestic numerical prediction system
"It can be said that meteorology chose me." Recalling the scene of his initial connection with meteorology, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) opened up, "In the 1983 college entrance examination, I initially applied for the Scientific English major at Xi'an Jiaotong University (西安交通大学) and the Applied Mathematics major at the Department of Mathematics at Lanzhou University (兰州大学). By a stroke of luck, I was transferred to the Meteorology major at Lanzhou University (兰州大学)."
"From encountering a new discipline to studying it in depth, my interest in meteorology grew stronger." Four years later, thanks to his excellent grades as the top student in his major every academic year, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) was recommended to the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at Lanzhou University (兰州大学) to pursue a master's degree in dynamic meteorology, studying under the authoritative expert in the field of numerical prediction, Chou Jifan (丑纪范).
"Teacher Chou (丑纪范) asked me to find research topics I was interested in, and also recommended that I go to the Institute of Atmospheric Physics (大气物理研究所) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院) to study under experts like Ji Liren (纪立人)." Looking back on his early research career, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) believes that the process of learning from famous scientists broadened his horizons and benefited him greatly.
In 1992, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) was selected by the State Education Commission (国家教委) to pursue a doctoral degree abroad. In 2001, at an academic conference, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) met Zhang Renhe (张人禾), then president of the Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences (中国气象科学研究院). In their conversation, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) learned that the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局) had established a numerical prediction innovation base to independently develop a numerical prediction system. Zhang Renhe (张人禾) asked for Shen Xueshun's (沈学顺) opinion, asking if he was willing to return to China to participate in the research and development, and he agreed without hesitation. "Being able to contribute to the country is the most simple yet firm thought," said Shen Xueshun (沈学顺).
Not long after, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) returned to China to serve as the chief researcher at the Numerical Prediction Innovation Base of the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局). At that time, the team had about 20 members, and they were fully committed to promoting the development of a new generation of domestic global and regional multi-scale general assimilation and numerical prediction systems. "At the beginning, the biggest difficulty for the team was that most members lacked experience related to numerical prediction," Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) admitted. This research was a systemic project that started almost from scratch; it required splitting tasks, tackling them separately, and repeatedly integrating and dynamically accumulating them to turn numerical prediction into a mature and stable operational system and product.
This effort lasted 20 years. The team overcame one difficulty after another and finally "polished" the entire domestic numerical prediction system from nothing to something, and from something to excellence.
Driving the development of the meteorological industry chain to better serve production and life
"The most unique thing about China's numerical prediction system is that the entire chain is independently controllable," Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) introduced. "The formulas, algorithms, and programs were all derived and written by us line by line. We must always ensure that China's meteorological forecasting level does not decline and effectively serves production and life."
The independent research and development of numerical prediction, a core meteorological technology, acts as a powerful engine, driving the development of the entire meteorological industry chain: from upstream advanced observation equipment including the Fengyun (风云) series of meteorological satellites, to downstream precise scheduling of green energy such as wind and solar power, and then to hydrological forecasting applications for flood control and drought relief, all have shown a better development trend due to the demand for more precise quantitative meteorological data.
"Artificial intelligence provides us with unprecedented opportunities, but it cannot replace traditional numerical prediction," said Shen Xueshun (沈学顺). Looking to the future, the team has three clear directions: achieving ultra-high-resolution forecasting at the global kilometer level and regional hundred-meter level; deeply integrating artificial intelligence to use AI to solve technical bottlenecks encountered in developing high-resolution models; and building a "Digital Twin Earth" (数字孪生地球), combining high-precision prediction systems with professional models from various industries to form a massive information system that can trace history, look to the future, and assess disaster impacts.
Talking about the most impressive and moving moments in his past work, Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) shared a story about inheritance with the reporter.
In 2020, the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局) National Meteorological Innovation Project underwent its final assessment. After the acceptance meeting, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院) Chao Jiping (巢纪平) said to the members of the numerical prediction team: "Old-generation meteorologists like Mr. Ye Duzheng (叶笃正) and Mr. Tao Shiyan (陶诗言) dedicated their whole lives, but in the end, they never saw our country have its own full-chain numerical prediction system. But today, I have seen it for them."
These words are deeply engraved in the hearts of every numerical prediction professional. "When I heard Academician Chao (巢纪平) say this, my eyes immediately moistened. The recognition and praise from the older generation of scientists is the highest award for all the persistence and dedication of our entire team over the past 20 years," said Shen Xueshun (沈学顺).
Having solved the "equations" of atmospheric movement, Chinese meteorology also possesses infinite possibilities to gaze at the stars and the sea...
Reporter's Notes
Passing the torch, determined to tackle key problems
The process of interviewing Academician Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) is also a process of "reviewing" the decades of development of China's numerical prediction.
This is a story about teamwork. Over 20 years, Academician Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) led his team to tackle key problems independently step by step. Team backbone Han Wei (韩威) worked hard to crack the problem of satellite data assimilation; Liu Yongzhu (刘永柱), who came from a computer science background at the National University of Defense Technology (国防科技大学), overcame the problem of four-dimensional variational assimilation... By pooling their wisdom and efforts, Academician Shen Xueshun's (沈学顺) team built a full-chain, independently controllable numerical prediction system.
This is a story about the inheritance of the scientist spirit. After the acceptance meeting for the final assessment of the China Meteorological Administration (中国气象局) National Meteorological Innovation Project, Academician Chao Jiping (巢纪平) recalled old-generation meteorologists like Ye Duzheng (叶笃正), who did not live to see China's own full-chain numerical prediction system, but Chao Jiping (巢纪平) finally witnessed the system completed and continuously improved in the hands of a new generation of meteorologists like Academician Shen Xueshun (沈学顺).
On the road to achieving high-level scientific and technological self-reliance and strength, it is precisely because scientist teams like that of Academician Shen Xueshun (沈学顺) harbor dreams, keep their feet on the ground, pass the torch, and are determined to tackle key problems, that the pace of China's meteorological cause can move steadily and go far.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李俊杰
Recently, the children of the "Mountain Doll Guzheng Class" (山娃娃古筝班) in Xiaonanjing Village (小南京村), Meishan Town (梅山镇), Jinzhai County (金寨县), Anhui Province (安徽省), were invited to perform the guzheng at the China Media Group (总台) Children's Day Gala. The beautiful melodies allowed audiences across the country to witness the confident blossoming of youth from the Dabie Mountains (大别山).
Leading these children onto the grand stage is "China Good Person" (中国好人) Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) (see photo, first on the right, photo by our reporter Li Junjie (李俊杰)). Before her retirement, she was an artist with the Frontline Art Troupe of the Nanjing Military Region (南京军区前线文工团). Yu Xiaodong has been rooted in the Dabie Mountain (大别山) region for 12 years, self-funding the "Mountain Doll Guzheng Class" (山娃娃古筝班) to light up the musical dreams of children in the mountains.
"Their eyes, longing for music, touched me."
The story begins in the summer of 2014.
In June 2014, while recovering from cancer surgery, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) visited Jinzhai County (金寨县) at the invitation of a friend to recuperate. By chance, she was invited to teach a guzheng lesson to the children at Xiaonanjing School (小南京学校). "I clearly remember it was in a music classroom on the first floor. The children sat in rows on the steps, listening to me play the guzheng. They listened very earnestly and attentively." Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) recalled. During that time, she looked up and saw the children's eyes, which left a deep impression on her: "Their eyes, longing for music, touched me."
After the performance, a teacher said to Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬), "Teacher Yu (俞老师), most of the children here are left-behind children. How wonderful it would be if you could come here to teach them to play the guzheng." Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) did not hesitate: "If the children need it, I can do it."
After returning to Nanjing (南京), Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) began preparing for the volunteer teaching. However, after waiting for a long time, there was no response from the school. "After asking around, the reason was heartbreaking." Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) said that a guzheng costs anywhere from a thousand to tens of thousands of yuan, which is a significant burden for families in the mountains and a large expense for the school.
"I won't let the children's families or the school bear a single cent of the burden!" Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) called the principal, "I will personally cover all expenses, including the guzheng; the school only needs to provide an empty classroom." She acted immediately, taking out more than 200,000 yuan of her savings to order over 30 guzheng instruments from a factory in Yangzhou (扬州), along with music stands, strings, and other equipment.
From then on, she began her 12-year commitment.
"Either don't do it, or overcome all difficulties to do it well."
From Nanjing (南京) to Jinzhai (金寨), it is over 300 kilometers of rugged and winding mountain roads.
On her first day reporting to the school, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) carried two bundles of books weighing over 60 jin (30 kg), two large suitcases, and a backpack. After taking high-speed trains and transferring to buses, she felt as if her body had fallen apart.
The school arranged the guzheng classroom on the third floor. When the 30-plus instruments arrived, it was during the school holiday, and with no teachers or students to help, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) had to bite the bullet and move the instruments and teaching materials upstairs with a janitor on duty. The exhaustion from the journey and the heavy physical labor caused Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬), who had just arrived in the mountain school, to fall ill. Even so, she did not slow down the pace of starting the class.
After discussing with school leaders, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) prepared to open a "Mountain Doll Guzheng Class" (山娃娃古筝班) at Xiaonanjing School (小南京学校). "Don't be fooled by the children's curiosity and longing for the guzheng; getting them to actually learn is not an easy task," said Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬). Most of the young and middle-aged people in the village had gone to the cities to work, leaving only the elderly and children behind. "Due to different perspectives, the elderly felt that learning the guzheng couldn't put food on the table or add points to exam scores, so they were not very willing to let the children learn."
Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) visited every household, working to persuade them one by one, promising the elderly that all lessons would be completed during extracurricular time. After patient persuasion, the "Mountain Doll Guzheng Class" (山娃娃古筝班) finally opened in November 2014.
When learning the guzheng, the children were all "starting from zero." For a long time, after a lesson, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) would ask, "Did everyone understand?" The children would answer in unison, "We didn't understand!" She then pondered how to use the "language of the mountains" to teach, guiding the children to perceive rhythm and melody through speech, singing, the sounds of wind and rain, and the sound of flowing water.
Over the 12 years, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) has traveled between Nanjing (南京) and Jinzhai (金寨) more than 150 times, with a total distance exceeding 45,000 kilometers. In some years, she spent more than 180 days deep in the mountains. She said, "Either don't do it, or overcome all difficulties to do it well."
"Leave behind a guzheng teaching team that cannot be taken away."
For Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬), teaching mountain children to play the guzheng is far more than teaching a skill.
Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) is a strict teacher but also a kind mother.
At first, classroom discipline was not good; playing around and entering or leaving at will were common. Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) began buying small gifts with her own money to reward students who performed well. In her daily life, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) would comb the hair of little girls, help younger children tie their shoelaces, and buy hats and gloves for the children out of her own pocket during the cold winter. She also taught the children etiquette, paid attention to their physical and mental health, and provided timely emotional support and help with their difficulties.
After a period of time, Yu Xiaodong's (俞晓冬) sincere dedication was recognized by the children. They changed their address for her from the initial "Teacher Yu" (俞老师) to "Mother Yu" (俞妈妈). The guzheng class also became the course with the best classroom order and the highest level of student participation in the entire school.
Furthermore, teachers at the school often listened to the lessons from outside the windows. The observant Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) had noticed them long ago. During a chat, she specifically mentioned this, and many teachers expressed that they also wanted to learn the guzheng but were afraid of taking up the children's learning time and increasing Teacher Yu's (俞老师) burden.
"Since everyone wants to learn, let's just start a teacher's class." In May 2023, after discussing it with school leaders, the guzheng teacher's class began.
"Most of them are children of farmers, 'Mountain Dolls' (山娃娃) who have grown up," said Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬). She had her own "little plan" for starting this class: she is 66 years old, and once she can no longer teach, these teachers will be able to step in immediately so that the guzheng instruction will not be interrupted. "I want to leave behind a guzheng teaching team that cannot be taken away!"
Over the past 12 years, Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) has taught more than 150 children. More than half of them have passed the Grade 10 guzheng examination, and many have performed at the Nanjing University of the Arts (南京艺术学院), the Naval Command College (海军指挥学院), the Jiangsu Center for the Performing Arts (江苏大剧院), and other venues.
"Through learning the guzheng, the children in the mountains are seen and recognized, which in turn inspires their self-confidence. This significance far exceeds the act of learning the guzheng itself," Yu Xiaodong (俞晓冬) said with a smile. "As long as my health allows and I can still teach, I will persist."
(Zhang Junxiong (张军雄) participated in the reporting and writing)
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Ouyang Jie (欧阳洁)) — Recently, the Beijing Exhibition Center Customs (北京会展中心海关), affiliated with Beijing Customs (北京海关), completed the exhibition filing and processed the first batch of customs clearance procedures for inbound exhibits for the 4th China International Supply Chain Expo (中国国际供应链促进博览会) (hereinafter referred to as the "CISCE" (链博会)). Two aircraft models from the French company Airbus (法国空客公司) successfully cleared customs.
To ensure high-quality customs clearance service and support for this year's CISCE (链博会), Beijing Customs (北京海关) recently introduced 14 facilitation measures. In addition to continuing previous practices—such as waiving the submission of guarantees to customs, establishing dedicated channels for exhibits and exhibitors, and simplifying inspection procedures for exhibits—this year, new measures have been added. These include allowing appropriate on-site sampling and trial use of eligible pre-packaged food and cosmetic exhibits. Furthermore, eligible consumable exhibits are exempt from customs duties, import-stage value-added tax, and consumption tax, further facilitating the organization of the exhibition by enterprises and the participation of exhibitors.
During the preparation period for the CISCE (链博会), the Beijing Exhibition Center Customs (北京会展中心海关) precisely aligned with the needs of the exhibition, launching a "prior intervention, full-process guidance" service model to tailor a comprehensive customs clearance support plan. This approach ensures they are not 守株待兔 (shǒu zhū dài tù - "guard stump wait rabbit," to rely on luck or wait idly for opportunities) but rather proactive in their service delivery.
According to statistics, from January to May this year, Beijing Customs (北京海关) provided service and support for 46 inbound and outbound exhibitions, a year-on-year increase of 48%. They supervised import and export customs declarations with a cargo value of approximately 24.2 billion RMB (人民币), a year-on-year increase of 121%.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 吴 君
Zhou Nian (周念), an image system and IT engineer, has focused on smart visual inspection systems for over 10 years. He has facilitated the implementation of more than 20 technical renovation projects, cumulatively saving the company millions of yuan in costs and increasing efficiency. He has received honors such as the May 1st Labor Medal of Jingzhou City (荆州市), Hubei Province (湖北省).
“Engineer Zhou (周), the equipment has stopped running!” At the production line of Aotu Technology Hubei Co., Ltd. (奥途科技湖北有限公司), Zhou Nian (周念) (see image, provided by the interviewee), an image system and IT engineer who was inspecting the equipment, received the notification, shouldered his tool bag, and headed straight to the location.
Putting on his headset, staring intently at the screen, adjusting parameters, and waking up the program—in less than an hour, the production line was moving again. “This batch of materials is new; the inspection equipment detected an anomaly, which is why it triggered a forced stop.” After resolving the issue, Zhou Nian (周念) returned to his previous inspection post, continuing to check the industrial cameras, backend data, and system operations on the production line.
“Our company’s visual inspection system consists of 220 industrial cameras and 107 sets of industrial software. It takes at most 0.7 seconds to inspect a finished automotive headlight product,” said Zhou Nian (周念).
Zhou Nian (周念) is 45 years old this year. Since graduating from the School of Computer Science and Technology at Wuhan Textile University (武汉纺织大学) in 2004, he has been working in the manufacturing sector, focusing on the maintenance of intelligent equipment.
“Production is accelerating, but most of our inspection equipment still relies on manual labor, which is not only slow but also has a high error rate.” In 2013, Zhou Nian (周念) decided to switch fields to develop a visual inspection system. He pored over books, consulted experts, and worked 废寝忘食 (fèi qǐn wàng shí - "forget sleep and food," describing someone who is extremely dedicated and hardworking) to cram knowledge on visual inspection systems. He completed the standardization of the visual system in three months, after which he began purchasing equipment and building the inspection system.
“Visual inspection is like performing a ‘CT scan’ on industrial products; you must not only see if the general shape of the product meets standards but also understand the internal condition of the product,” said Zhou Nian (周念). He encountered a great challenge when developing the tungsten filament inspection system for the interior of headlights. The tungsten filament is the core of the headlight, and the filaments produced by his company are only as thick as a human hair. “The tungsten filament inside the bulb is fixed by two hooks. When installing the filament, if it is not placed in the correct position on the hooks, the lifespan of the bulb will be greatly shortened,” said Zhou Nian (周念). However, the hooks for installing the filament are also very small; if one relies on traditional visual recognition technology, it is easy to confuse the two, making inspection impossible.
After half a year and a large number of experiments, Zhou Nian (周念) finally found a solution. “We added a light source and adjusted the installation position of the tungsten filament so that the light could better illuminate the surface of the filament and the hooks,” explained Zhou Nian (周念). Because the surface of the tungsten filament is smoother, the light reflected is brighter than that of the hooks. If the industrial camera can see the reflection of the tungsten filament, it means the filament at the connection point is pressed onto the hook.
Having solved the problem, Zhou Nian (周念) quickly developed the tungsten filament inspection system. Now, the system can inspect more than 3,000 products per hour at the filament installation point, basically achieving automation. The false detection rate for filament inspection has been reduced to 0.3%, saving the company 240,000 yuan annually.
Colleagues compare Zhou Nian (周念) to a “veteran doctor of the factory.” Sometimes he only needs to look at a parameter or listen to the sound of the equipment running to know if there is a problem with the system. Zhou Nian’s (周念) mobile phone remains on 24 hours a day, and whenever there is a call from the production line, he goes to resolve it at any time. “We are the last line of defense to safeguard product safety; we cannot allow any hidden dangers,” said Zhou Nian (周念).
With the acceleration of the industry's intelligent transformation, Zhou Nian (周念) is preparing to improve the visual inspection system from automation to intelligence. “My goal is very simple: I want to make every piece of equipment more ‘obedient’ and every system more ‘intelligent’,” said Zhou Nian (周念).
Return to TopNanning (南宁), June 10 — (Reporter Zhang Yunhe (张云河)) The reporter recently learned from the Department of Human Resources and Social Security of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region (广西壮族自治区人力资源和社会保障厅) that the recruitment announcement for the 2026 "Three Supports and One Assistance" (三支一扶) program for college graduates in Guangxi (广西) has been officially released. The region plans to openly recruit 1,345 college graduates to serve at the grassroots level, with the application process officially commencing at 9:00 AM on June 10.
During their service period, newly recruited personnel are entitled to multiple benefits and guarantees: each person will receive an annual work and living subsidy of 36,000 yuan, a one-time transportation subsidy of 500 yuan, and a monthly post allowance of no less than 600 yuan provided by the service unit, along with guaranteed food and lodging. Those who have served for six months are eligible to apply for a one-time relocation allowance of 3,000 yuan. During the service period, they will be enrolled in social insurance, and the autonomous region level will purchase commercial accident insurance for those on duty. Various benefits will be adjusted dynamically in accordance with policy changes.
Personnel who pass the assessment upon completion of their service period will also enjoy a series of policy dividends. For instance, the service period will be counted as seniority, and social insurance relationships can be transferred and continued in accordance with national regulations, ensuring that these individuals are not 患得患失 (huàn dé huàn shī - "worry about gains and losses," to be overly concerned about personal gain or loss) regarding their future career prospects.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 吕绍刚 王永战 王昊男
Science fiction writers are settling into science cities, virtual studios are expanding the boundaries of sci-fi film and television, and sci-fi cultural tourism spaces are showcasing visions of the future. With the enhancement of original IP capabilities, the empowerment of digital technology, and the innovation of consumption scenarios, science fiction is deeply integrating with fields such as literature, film and television, cultural tourism, manufacturing, and education. The industrial structure is continuously improving, and a comprehensive ecosystem is accelerating its formation.
The "2026 China Science Fiction Industry Report" (2026中国科幻产业报告) released by the China Research Institute for Science Popularization (中国科普研究所) shows that in 2025, the total revenue of China's science fiction industry reached 126.1 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.7%, marking the third consecutive year it has surpassed the 100-billion-yuan mark. Behind these rising figures, how do technological innovation and cultural creativity stimulate each other? How is the science fiction industry moving from scale expansion to systemic innovation?
**Science Fiction Literature "Joins Hands" with Science Cities**
"From the social impact of artificial intelligence to the ethical dilemmas of immortality, the discussion was truly 酣畅淋漓 (hān chàng lín lí - "intoxicated smooth dripping," unrestrained and satisfying; used here to describe a deep and fulfilling intellectual exchange)." In the Guangming Science City (光明科学城) of Shenzhen (深圳), Guangdong (广东), Professor Wu Yan (吴岩) of the Southern University of Science and Technology (南方科技大学), a science fiction writer, was still savoring the conversation. He, along with Chen Yuehong (陈跃红), a cultural consultant for Guangming District (光明区), Shenzhen, and Yin Di (尹迪), an associate professor at the School of Drama and Film at Shenzhen University (深圳大学), are currently refining the plot for the final chapter of a "Science Fiction Trilogy" they are co-creating.
As a pilot area for the Comprehensive National Science Center (综合性国家科学中心) in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (粤港澳大湾区), Guangming Science City (光明科学城) gathers major scientific and technological infrastructure, with researchers moving busily throughout. Why is this science fiction literature seminar being held in the hard-core Guangming Science City (光明科学城)?
From laboratories to imagination, scientific research and science fiction are sparking new inspiration here. At the end of last year, the Science Fiction Section of the Pengcheng Literature Institute (鹏城文学院) settled in Guangming Science City (光明科学城), focusing on promoting the creation and incubation of science fiction works and jointly carrying out the creation of local Shenzhen (深圳) science fiction literature and film works.
As technology accelerates, science fiction literature is also striding forward. "Guangming District (光明区) gathers research institutions, universities, and large enterprises, possessing significant creative potential," Wu Yan (吴岩) introduced. The special exhibition "Fifteen Milestones in the History of Chinese Science Fiction" (中国科幻史中的十五座里程碑), which he curated, is currently on display at the Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum (深圳科学技术馆); the science fiction ethics drama he is collaborating on with Chen Yuehong (陈跃红) and Yin Di (尹迪) is also planned to be launched in Guangming Science City (光明科学城) this year.
Guangming Science City (光明科学城) provides creative spaces for authors, allowing them to experience major scientific facilities firsthand while unleashing their creativity in open exchange areas. "Direct contact with real-world objects like quantum computers helps build a grounded imagination. Guangming Science City (光明科学城) provides innovative soil for science fiction creation," said Chen Yuehong (陈跃红).
The Pengcheng Science Fiction Week (鹏城科幻周), science fiction literature dialogue salons, and science drama carnivals... in Guangming Science City (光明科学城), a series of science fiction-themed activities are being held one after another, enjoying high popularity. In May, the World Science Fiction Version Data Center (世界科幻版本资料馆) and the Guangming Science Fiction and Future Literature Research Center (光明科幻与未来文学研究中心) were inaugurated, providing academic nourishment for researchers and creators with a vast collection of domestic and international science fiction publications and research materials.
"Science fiction adds wings of imagination to long-term development and can also continuously provide new ideas for scientific exploration," said Wang Lingyu (王凌宇), deputy director of the Guangming District Public Culture, Art and Sports Center (光明区公共文化艺术和体育中心) and curator of the Guangming District Library (光明区图书馆). Relying on high-end research facilities such as the Shenzhen Supercomputing Center (深圳超算) and the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory (深圳湾实验室), more and more seeds of science fiction creation are taking root and sprouting in Guangming Science City (光明科学城).
"We hope to discover and cultivate more potential science fiction creators here," said Wu Yan (吴岩).
**Science Fiction Film and Television "Equipped" with Cutting-Edge Technology**
On a giant curved LED screen, buildings are dense and street scenes are bustling; in the center of the stage, an actor converses with a digital human in the sky above the city; on the monitor, the computer renders in real-time, and the captured footage is vividly presented... At the Digital Intelligence Studio (数智片场) virtual studio of the Chengdu Film and Television City (成都影视城) in Chengdu (成都), Sichuan (四川), a science fiction drama is undergoing pre-shooting tests.
Since the completion of this virtual studio, it has used virtual 3D panoramic views and extended reality to simulate different shooting scenes for virtual production. "More than 10 sets of digital scene assets have been set up in the studio, including deserts and urban areas, which are very suitable for shooting science fiction films," said Zhong Ziming (钟自鸣), a relevant person in charge of the Digital Intelligence Studio (数智片场) at Chengdu Film and Television City (成都影视城).
Unlike green screen shooting, virtual studios allow film footage to be rendered and generated in real-time, moving post-production forward and shortening the shooting cycle. "This has also attracted many producers to cooperate with the film city," said Zhong Ziming (钟自鸣). In the virtual studio, actors can see the virtual scenes, no longer needing to rely on imagination to act in front of a green screen, and the final image can be seen on the monitor, making shooting more precise and efficient.
Bai Yicong (白一骢), vice president of the China TV Drama Production Industry Association (中国电视剧制作产业协会), introduced that "equipping" science fiction film and television with cutting-edge virtual shooting technology not only reduces post-production reshoots and lowers the cost of physical set construction but also solves problems such as the difficulty of camera movement.
The addition of AI (artificial intelligence) technology has made the digital assets of virtual studios more diverse. "Creators can use AI to generate keyframe images and add them to digital scenes to create more science fiction settings," said Bai Yicong (白一骢).
In the motion capture studio next to the virtual studio, actors wear motion capture suits, and 60 high-resolution cameras capture every tiny movement. "New technologies have enriched the channels for digital content production and expanded the space for cooperation among the entire chain of institutions, including film and television companies, advertising agencies, and technical teams," said Bai Yicong (白一骢). Embracing new technology, the shooting methods for science fiction films and television are also becoming more "science-fictional."
Today, Chengdu Film and Television City (成都影视城) has 7 studios and has gathered over 600 film and television companies. Yang Hui (杨惠), a relevant person in charge of the Economic Operation Department of the Chengdu Film and Television City Management Committee (成都影视城管委会), introduced that the film city provides convenience for the project approval and filing of scripts and the review of finished films for film and television companies. It has also initiated the establishment of a university-local film and television cultural talent alliance with universities such as the Sichuan University of Media and Communications (四川传媒学院), helping film and television companies attract talent.
"Policy incentives combined with technological empowerment make the foundation for the development of science fiction film and television more solid and the future increasingly broad," said Yang Hui (杨惠). Last year, Chengdu (成都) introduced policies to support the construction of film and television industrial parks and studios; Pidu District (郫都区), where the film city is located, also introduced 20 policies to incentivize the transformation and award-winning of film and television works.
**Science Fiction Cultural Tourism Integrates Immersive Experiences**
By the Grand Canal (大运河) in Tongzhou (通州), Beijing (北京), the greenery of the Urban Green Heart Forest Park (城市绿心森林公园) is lush. Less than a hundred meters from the south gate of the park, between two towering chimneys, lies an area of old factory buildings with mottled red bricks, where the Liu Cixin Science Fiction Comic Universe Exploration Center (刘慈欣科幻漫画宇宙探索中心) is located.
"The sense of participation and interaction is very strong; it's like acting in a science fiction movie yourself. It's interesting and rewarding," said Xu Shuyu (许淑玉), a resident of Tongzhou (通州), who just finished an astronaut experience with her child.
"We are committed to creating a science fiction cultural tourism space that can be understood by the public, accepted by teenagers, and possesses international communication capabilities," introduced Ye Shengwei (叶圣伟), planning director of Beijing Beitou Culture and Tourism Co., Ltd. (北京北投文化旅游有限公司). The exploration center was transformed from old factory buildings and includes five major themed immersive experience areas and a panoramic interactive theater. Relying on six classic works by Liu Cixin (刘慈欣), such as "The Wandering Earth" (流浪地球), "Sea of Dreams" (梦之海), and "Time Migration" (时间移民), the exploration center transforms textual imagination into spatial experience through film-grade scenes, immersive light and shadow, and interactive installations.
Putting on virtual reality glasses to explore the evolution of the universe; transforming into a "Earth Defense Force" member to fight side-by-side with companions... Walking into the exploration center, the audience is not a bystander, but a member of the story. "We hope to let the audience change from viewers to participants and deeply experience the science fiction world," said Ye Shengwei (叶圣伟). "In the future, we will also change the content of the works according to demand, so that the audience can always see something new."
Since its official opening on March 28, the exploration center has received nearly 10,000 visitors. "We have now started to receive study tour groups, and many schools are preparing to use this place as a real-life science popularization classroom," Ye Shengwei (叶圣伟) introduced.
In recent years, science fiction-themed cultural tourism projects have emerged one after another. Li Yun (李赟), founder of Beijing Man Chuanqi Culture Communication Co., Ltd. (北京漫传奇文化传播有限公司), believes that the vigorous development of the science and technology industry has brought unprecedented opportunities to the science fiction industry.
"Excellent local science fiction cultural content is not only a depiction of technological progress and a fantasy of future visions, but also a contemporary expression of excellent traditional Chinese culture in a science fiction context," said Li Yun (李赟). Projects such as the "Zai Shui Yi Fang Science Fiction Museum" (在水一方科幻馆) in Shanghai (上海) and the "Heart of High-Speed Rail · Future Science Fiction Museum" (高铁之心·未来科幻馆) in Suzhou (苏州) are all exploring scene immersion, content refinement, and experience diversification, becoming not only cultural tourism destinations but also important carriers for carrying out science education.
Return to TopBy: 卢 涛
Scientific research sites inspire creative writing, virtual production builds future imagery, and science fiction IP transforms into cultural tourism spaces... these fresh scenes reflect the 日新月异 (rì xīn yuè yì - "daily renewal monthly change," changing rapidly with each passing day) development of China's (中国) science fiction industry. From upstream content creation to midstream film, television, and gaming adaptations, and finally to downstream theme park and merchandise development, every step strengthens the integration of "science" and "fiction," fostering a science fiction industrial chain that is diverse in business formats, mature in ecology, and vibrant in innovation.
Technology is the fulcrum of science fiction creativity, and seemingly 天马行空 (tiān mǎ xíng kōng - "heavenly horse soaring through the skies," unconstrained and imaginative) ideas can also become the starting point for innovation. Frontier technologies such as artificial intelligence (人工智能), quantum computing (量子计算), and biotechnology (生物技术) continue to achieve new breakthroughs. The constant flow of inspiration from technological innovation provides realistic nourishment for science fiction creation. Imaginings once common in science fiction works—such as manned spaceflight (载人航天), autonomous driving (自动驾驶), and biometric identification technology (生物识别技术)—have now become tangible realities. Furthermore, human-machine fusion novels and AIGC (Artificial Intelligence Generated Content) science fiction short dramas are refreshing creative methods, while technical equipment like virtual reality (VR) devices and drones (无人机) are enhancing the experience of science fiction cultural tourism. Technological progress is profoundly changing the development path of the science fiction industry.
The Outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (十五五规划纲要) proposes to "promote the integration of culture and technology," and the Outline of the Action Plan for National Scientific Literacy (2021–2035) (全民科学素质行动规划纲要（2021—2035年）) explicitly calls for "implementing support plans for the development of the science fiction industry." Promoting the resonance between technology and science fiction will better enhance the expressive power of science fiction art, accelerate the growth of the science fiction industry, and transform infinite imagination into a driving force for development.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Wei Zhe-zhe (魏哲哲)) — From June 9 to 10, Wang Dong-ming (王东明), Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大常委会), led an inspection team to Beijing (北京) to conduct law enforcement inspections. He emphasized the need to thoroughly implement the decisions and arrangements of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党中央), promote the comprehensive and in-depth implementation of the Law on the Construction of a Barrier-Free Environment (无障碍环境建设法), actively respond to the concerns of the people, and build a barrier-free environment that benefits all members of society in accordance with the law. This is to provide strong legal protection for further improving the quality of people's lives and promoting high-quality economic and social development.
Wang Dong-ming (王东明) affirmed the experience and practices of Beijing (北京) in implementing the Law on the Construction of a Barrier-Free Environment (无障碍环境建设法). He pointed out that it is essential to always adhere to a people-centered approach, persist in being problem-oriented, highlight legal thinking and legal methods, and promote the improvement of the level of barrier-free environment construction across society through law enforcement inspections. He added that the rights and interests of special groups such as the disabled and the elderly must be fully protected, and the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security must be effectively enhanced. He urged officials not to be 纸上谈兵 (zhǐ shàng tán bīng - "on paper discuss soldiers," to engage in empty theorizing without practical application) and to ensure that policies are implemented effectively.
The law enforcement inspection team went deep into the grassroots level in Tongzhou (通州), Dongcheng (东城), Chaoyang (朝阳), Fengtai (丰台), and other areas to extensively listen to opinions and suggestions.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Kou Jiangze (寇江泽)) — The reporter learned from the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (生态环境部) on the 10th that the sixth batch of the third round of the Central Ecological and Environmental Protection Inspection (中央生态环境保护督察) has fully completed its on-site inspection phase. As of the conclusion of the inspections on June 9, the various inspection teams had received a total of 34,896 reports from the public via phone and mail. Of these, 27,504 valid reports were accepted. After consolidating duplicate reports, a total of 20,154 cases were transferred to the entities under inspection. The entities under inspection have completed or reached a phased conclusion on 12,059 of these cases.
With the approval of the CPC Central Committee (党中央) and the State Council (国务院), the seven inspection teams of the sixth batch of the third round of the Central Ecological and Environmental Protection Inspection (中央生态环境保护督察) arrived in Liaoning (辽宁), Jilin (吉林), Heilongjiang (黑龙江), Guangdong (广东), Guangxi (广西), Tibet (西藏), and Xinjiang (新疆), as well as the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (新疆生产建设兵团), between May 8 and 9.
The inspection teams adhered to a problem-oriented approach and a strict tone, prioritizing the resolution of prominent ecological and environmental issues reported by the public. They conducted spot checks and follow-up visits on the implementation of rectifications for public complaints, which were affirmed and praised by the public. They remained 动真碰硬 (dòng zhēn pèng yìng - "touch the real, hit the hard," to tackle difficult problems head-on and take genuine, decisive action), going deep into the front lines and the field to verify a number of prominent ecological and environmental issues. They investigated instances of inaction, slow action, lack of responsibility, lack of toughness, and even perfunctory responses or fraudulent practices. They firmly opposed the practice of using environmental protection as a pretext to implement "one-size-fits-all" measures, the generalization or simplification of accountability, and the substitution of rectification with accountability. In accordance with the central government's requirements for rectifying formalism to reduce the burden on the grassroots, the teams continuously improved and optimized inspection processes and methods, reduced the volume of documents requested, streamlined the scope of interviews, traveled with minimal staff and simple arrangements, and went directly to the front lines to effectively reduce the burden on grassroots units.
The relevant provinces (regions) and the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (新疆生产建设兵团) attached great importance to the work of the Central Ecological and Environmental Protection Inspection (中央生态环境保护督察), viewing the inspection as an important opportunity to promote high-quality development. Principal leaders vigorously promoted the implementation of rectifications through inspection mobilization, on-site supervision, and the convening of special meetings. In resolving public complaints, they not only investigated and rectified issues resolutely but also acted in accordance with reality, implemented categorized policies, and ensured that measures were precise, scientific, and lawful.
It is reported that for the public complaints that have been transferred and are awaiting investigation and rectification, all inspection teams have arranged personnel to continue supervision to ensure that the issues reported by the public are thoroughly investigated, effectively rectified, and transparently disclosed.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Zhang Tianpei (张天培)) — In accordance with the deployment requirements of the National Video Conference on Combating and Governing Telecom and Online Fraud, the Publicity Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中央宣传部) and the Ministry of Public Security (公安部) jointly launched a centralized publicity month campaign on June 10. The campaign, themed "Do Not Listen, Do Not Believe, Do Not Covet; Build a 'Mental' Defense Line Against Fraud," aims to further intensify anti-fraud publicity, continuously enhance the public's awareness and ability to identify fraud, and effectively foster a strong anti-fraud atmosphere throughout society. On June 10, the launch ceremony for the centralized publicity month was held in Beijing (北京), where officials from relevant central and state departments responsible for combating and governing telecom and online fraud attended an anti-fraud themed presentation.
According to the campaign schedule, various regions and departments will organize activities to "enter communities, rural areas, households, schools, and enterprises" nationwide. Relying on village committees, neighborhood committees, community workers, grid administrators, and volunteers, they will conduct in-depth anti-fraud publicity and prevention, pushing for the integration of anti-fraud efforts into grassroots social governance. Public security organs will work with relevant industry authorities to urge financial institutions, telecommunications operators, and internet service providers to conduct in-depth anti-fraud publicity for their industry personnel and service targets. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Public Security (公安部) will hold press conferences, in coordination with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) and the People's Bank of China (中国人民银行), to introduce the current situation and characteristics of telecom and online fraud crimes, high-incidence fraud types, and fraud prevention tips. They will also collaborate with the China Media Group (中央广播电视总台) to launch a special program titled "Public Anti-Fraud Open Class" and release a series of publicity materials, including the "2026 Edition Anti-Telecom and Online Fraud Publicity Manual." During this period, major news media and new media platforms will continuously launch a series of anti-fraud reports, constantly expanding the scope and precision of publicity to spark a new wave of nationwide and society-wide anti-fraud efforts.
Since 2025, various regions and departments have resolutely implemented the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee (党中央), conscientiously enforced the Anti-Telecom and Online Fraud Law (反电信网络诈骗法), and deepened the application of the "four specializations and two synergies" general approach. By coordinating the two battlefields of domestic and international operations and the two fronts of online and offline activities, and by comprehensively adopting measures such as investigation and crackdown, industry governance, publicity and dissuasion, and international cooperation, they have pushed for significant results in combat and governance work.
Regarding international law enforcement cooperation, a total of 58,000 fraud-related criminal suspects have been handed over to China. The "Four Major Families" (四大家族) criminal groups in northern Myanmar (缅甸) have been completely eradicated, and major cross-border gambling and fraud criminal ringleaders such as Chen Zhi (陈志), She Zhijiang (佘智江), and Li Xiong (李雄) have been successfully escorted back to China. Large-scale gambling and fraud parks located in Myawaddy, Myanmar (缅甸妙瓦底) and key regions in Cambodia (柬埔寨) have been cleared out, maximizing the reduction of the survival space for overseas telecom fraud crimes.
Regarding domestic crackdown and governance, in 2025, public security organs nationwide solved 258,000 telecom and online fraud cases. The Ministry of Public Security (公安部), in coordination with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部), implemented measures to prohibit the installation of 64,000 fraud-related apps, intercepted 3.6 billion fraudulent calls and 3.3 billion text messages, and blocked 8.162 million fraud-related domain names and URLs. In collaboration with the People's Bank of China (中国人民银行), they carried out "capital chain" governance, urgently intercepting and stopping the payment of 217.07 billion yuan in fraud-related funds. Working with the Office of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission (中央网信办), they guided key website platforms to clear and intercept over 100 million pieces of fraud-related information, disposed of 20 million fraud-related accounts, and intercepted 1.31 billion pieces of harmful information related to fraud crimes. Public security organs across the country have conducted face-to-face dissuasion for 6.747 million people, directly preventing public losses of 35 billion yuan. This has formed a collective synergy of **齐抓共管** (qí zhuā gòng guǎn - "together grasp together manage," joint efforts and shared responsibility) and **群防群治** (qún fáng qún zhì - "mass prevent mass govern," mobilizing the public to participate in prevention and governance), further consolidating the achievements of the crackdown and governance efforts.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Liu Shiyao (刘诗瑶)) — The reporter learned from the Ministry of Natural Resources (自然资源部) on June 10 that the National Marine Data and Information Service (国家海洋信息中心) has compiled the "2026 China Marine Economic Development Index." In 2025, the China Marine Economic Development Index reached 128.8, an increase of 2.2% over the previous year, indicating that marine economic development is moving toward innovation and excellence.
The China Marine Economic Development Index is a comprehensive quantitative assessment of the state of China's (中国) marine economic development over a specific period. It covers major areas such as development scale and efficiency, structural optimization and upgrading, resource conservation and utilization, foreign economy and trade, and the protection and improvement of people's livelihoods. The index uses 2015 as the base period, with a base index value of 100.
The index shows that the scale of China's (中国) marine economy has reached a new level. In 2025, the national gross ocean product reached 11 trillion yuan, an increase of 5.5% over the previous year. Among the key monitored marine industries, the number of marine economic activity units increased by 6.2% compared to the previous year, and the vitality of business entities continues to strengthen. The structure of the marine industry has been further optimized; in 2025, the added value of emerging marine industries grew by 7.3% over the previous year, and its share of the gross ocean product continues to rise. The capacity for marine resource development and utilization has continued to improve. In 2025, the newly approved area for sea and island use nationwide reached 372,000 hectares, involving an investment of over 921.8 billion yuan, effectively securing the needs for sea and island use for projects in fields such as fisheries, oil and gas, and wind power. Foreign trade in the marine sector has withstood pressure to achieve steady growth; in 2025, the total volume of maritime imports and exports of goods increased by 1.7% over the previous year, accounting for 61.5% of the total import and export volume, while the foreign trade cargo throughput of coastal ports increased by 4.7% over the previous year. The marine ecological environment has continued to improve. In 2025, the proportion of nearshore sea areas with good water quality (Category I and II) was 84.9%, an increase of 1.2 percentage points over the previous year. The marine tourism market is experiencing a surge in popularity, with island tours, cruise travel, and maritime sports becoming new hotspots. The industry is 蒸蒸日上 (zhēng zhēng rì shàng - "steaming steaming day upward," flourishing and developing rapidly).
Return to TopOn June 10, in Xiangjiawan Village (向家湾村), Jundian Town (军店镇), Fang County (房县), Shiyan City (十堰市), Hubei Province (湖北省), an expressway winds its way forward.
In Fang County (房县), the urban and rural transportation network is constantly becoming more dense, with expressways, national highways, and provincial roads connecting in all directions. The increasingly accessible transportation network effectively promotes the circulation of agricultural products and the development of rural tourism, facilitates travel for the common people, and contributes to industrial revitalization.
Photographed by Zhang Qilong (张启龙) (Vision China (影像中国))
Return to TopHefei (合肥), June 10 (Reporter Tian Xianjin (田先进)) — Recently, Anhui Province (安徽省) issued the "Measures for Benchmarking and Improvement in Creating a Market-oriented, Law-based, and Internationalized First-class Business Environment (2026 Edition)" (《创建市场化法治化国际化一流营商环境对标提升举措（2026版）》), implementing multiple measures to continuously consolidate and elevate the level of business environment development.
Compared to the past, these improvement measures place greater emphasis on facilitating high-quality industrial development, highlighting the service needs of emerging and future industries, building a "1188" modern industrial system, and strengthening the supporting role of the business environment for industrial growth. There is a stronger focus on advancing the market-oriented allocation of factors, strengthening the security of various elements such as capital, labor, technology, and data. Greater attention is paid to enhancing the digital intelligence of regulatory services, accelerating the digital and intelligent transformation of government services and regulatory enforcement, and promoting the overall quality improvement and upgrading of regulatory services. Furthermore, there is a greater emphasis on promoting social co-governance of the business environment, encouraging active participation from all sectors of society to jointly create a favorable social atmosphere for optimizing the business environment, as it is often said that 众志成城 (zhòng zhì chéng chéng - "masses' will forms a fortress," unity of purpose creates an impregnable force).
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Ouyang Jie (欧阳洁)) — According to statistics from Beijing Customs (北京海关), in the first five months of 2026, the total import and export value of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region reached 2.09 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 14.4%, accounting for 10.1% of the national total. Of this, exports amounted to 630.84 billion yuan, an increase of 11.5%, and imports reached 1.46 trillion yuan, an increase of 15.8%.
Since the beginning of this year, the import and export value of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region has maintained year-on-year growth for five consecutive months. In May alone, exports reached 135.89 billion yuan, an increase of 11.7%, and imports reached 348.46 billion yuan, an increase of 28.1%, with both exports and imports hitting record monthly highs.
Private enterprises are 遥遥领先 (yáo yáo lǐng xiān - "far far lead," to be far ahead of others). In the first five months, the import and export value of private enterprises in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region was 601.62 billion yuan, an increase of 22.9%, which is 7.4 percentage points higher than the national growth rate for private enterprises, accounting for 28.8% of the regional total. During the same period, the import and export value of foreign-invested enterprises was 389.53 billion yuan, an increase of 0.8%, accounting for 18.6%.
Trade ties with emerging markets have become closer. In the first five months, the import and export value of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region with countries participating in the "Belt and Road" Initiative (一带一路) reached 1.13 trillion yuan, an increase of 6.1%. The import and export value with the 53 African countries (非洲) that have established diplomatic relations with China reached 189.52 billion yuan, an increase of 18.4%.
Exports are shifting toward new sectors and showing positive trends, with mechanical and electrical products accounting for 60%. In the first five months, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region exported 375.14 billion yuan of mechanical and electrical products, an increase of 17.4%, accounting for 59.5% of the region's total export value during the same period. Among these, automobile exports reached 44.36 billion yuan, an increase of 26.2%, and integrated circuit exports reached 30.00 billion yuan, an increase of 74.3%.
Return to TopHow can village courtyards become happy havens for the elderly? Some regions are tailoring measures to local conditions and exploring new paths. From leveraging regional advantages to revitalizing existing resources, and from basic care to smart protection, "elderly care courtyards" are quietly sprouting up in rural areas.
**Laishui, Hebei (河北涞水)**
**Off-site Wellness, Favored by Seniors from Beijing and Tianjin**
Exiting the Laishui (涞水) exit of the Lai-Lai Expressway (涞涞高速), the road extends deep into the village, where courtyards are arranged in a well-ordered manner. This is Beiguoxia Village (北郭下村), Laishui County (涞水县), Baoding City (保定市), Hebei Province (河北省), a wellness destination for many seniors from Beijing (北京) and Tianjin (天津).
A few years ago, facing the situation of many idle farmhouses in the area, Li Keyong (李可永), Party Branch Secretary of Beiguoxia Village (北郭下村), had an idea: why not rely on the geographical advantage of being close to Beijing and Tianjin to transform idle farmhouses into elderly care courtyards, attracting seniors from the Beijing-Tianjin region for wellness?
Li Keyong (李可永) and the village committee took the lead, and farmhouse renovations began immediately. With the installation of handrails, call systems, and anti-slip flooring, facilities gradually became complete. One by one, elderly care courtyards were put into operation, and the wellness center began to take shape. By renting out or participating in the renovations, villagers revitalized idle farmhouses and achieved stable income growth.
To ensure seniors live with peace of mind, the wellness center also built a hospital, equipped with departments such as internal medicine, surgery, imaging, and rehabilitation therapy. Dean Wang Shuhui (王淑慧) introduced that the facility has 35 inpatient beds and is equipped with color ultrasound, DR (Digital Radiography) systems, and over 60 pieces of rehabilitation therapy equipment.
90-year-old Wang Dongwu (王东武), a retired teacher from Xicheng District, Beijing (北京市西城区), spoke highly of the center after moving in: "The environment here is good, medical care is convenient, and the staff is exceptionally attentive." Currently, more than 400 seniors live in the wellness center, one-third of whom are from the Beijing-Tianjin region.
Zhao Yunfeng (赵云峰), a relevant official from the Laishui County Civil Affairs Bureau (涞水县民政局), stated: "Beijing-insured personnel can receive medical treatment at designated institutions in Laishui (涞水) and enjoy medical insurance reimbursement without needing to complete off-site medical treatment filing procedures." The hospital has also opened a green referral channel and is equipped with dedicated ambulances, realizing "medical care without leaving the elderly care facility." In 2025, this hospital handled 4,500 outpatient visits, 2,100 inpatient treatments, and 1,500 rehabilitation therapy sessions.
The wellness center has also driven employment for villagers. 48-year-old Beiguoxia Village (北郭下村) resident Chi Guoyan (池国艳) used to sell clothing in Laishui County (涞水县). In September 2023, hearing that the village wellness center was hiring, she returned home to apply, participated in elderly care skills training, and obtained nursing qualifications. "I feel this industry has great prospects, and I plan to keep doing it," said Chi Guoyan (池国艳). Today, most of the more than 120 employees at the wellness center come from surrounding villages and towns, with an average monthly salary of 5,000 yuan.
Currently, Laishui County (涞水县) has established the cultural tourism and wellness industry as one of its leading industries, actively integrating into the overall situation of the coordinated development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region. "We have traveled to Beijing and Tianjin more than 20 times to conduct industry promotions and have established cross-regional elderly care cooperation mechanisms with Xicheng District (西城区) and Fangshan District (房山区) in Beijing," said Zhao Yunfeng (赵云峰).
**Xinyu, Jiangxi (江西新余)**
**In the Happy Courtyard, the "Old and Young" Are Joyful Together**
In the evening, at the "Happy Courtyard for the Old and Young" (一老一小幸福院) in Penghu Village (鹏湖村), Zhushan Town (珠珊镇), Yushui District (渝水区), Xinyu City (新余市), Jiangxi Province (江西省), 84-year-old Yu Junguang (喻君光) sits at the dining table. Dinner consists of braised pork with dried tofu, stir-fried water spinach, and hot soup. "The food suits my taste, and the price is not expensive," said Yu Junguang (喻君光).
In 2016, Xinyu City (新余市) created the "Home for the Elderly" (颐养之家) rural home-based elderly care model, where seniors over 70 pay 200 yuan per month to enjoy three meals a day and daytime care. Beyond expanding the scale, the quality and efficiency of elderly care services have been upgraded. In recent years, the local government has upgraded qualified "Homes for the Elderly" (颐养之家) into "Happy Courtyards for the Old and Young" (一老一小幸福院), and the one in Penghu Village (鹏湖村) is one of them.
This happy courtyard merged two previous "Homes for the Elderly" (颐养之家), benefiting 59 seniors. In addition to elderly care services, the happy courtyard has added activity spaces such as a reading room and a children's activity room. "It is very lively on weekends and during winter and summer vacations. The town invites village officials and college student volunteers to tutor the children," said Zhang Qiong (张琼), Deputy Mayor of Zhushan Town (珠珊镇). With seniors having company and children having a place to go during holidays, the "old and young" are 其乐融融 (qí lè róng róng - "their joy is harmonious," describing a scene of happy and harmonious family or group interaction).
Currently, Xinyu City (新余市) has built 51 "Happy Courtyards for the Old and Young" (一老一小幸福院) and regularly conducts 279 "Happy Classroom" sessions, serving over 18,000 person-times of seniors and children.
"Xiying, keep a sample of the dishes; it must not be less than 125 grams," Wu Hongbing (吴红兵), Party Branch Secretary of Xiacun Village (下村村), Xiacun Town (下村镇), Yushui District (渝水区), instructed the cafeteria staff of the village's "Home for the Elderly" (颐养之家) remotely via the "Bright Kitchen and Stove" (明厨亮灶) app. In the real-time footage, the entire process of cleaning ingredients and preparing dishes in the kitchen is clearly visible.
"We have built a smart supervision system for the 'Homes for the Elderly' (颐养之家) and elderly care institutions within our jurisdiction," introduced Liu Ming (刘明), head of the Yushui District Elderly Care Service Center (渝水区养老服务中心). The system can intelligently identify hygiene issues, non-compliant operations, and improper attire, continuously standardizing kitchen management. Today, all 266 "Homes for the Elderly" (颐养之家) and 45 elderly care institutions with cafeterias in the district have achieved full coverage of smart supervision.
**Guangyuan, Sichuan (四川广元)**
**Revitalizing the Idle, Mountainous Elderly Care Is More Comfortable**
In Weizi Town (卫子镇), Zhaohua District (昭化区), Guangyuan City (广元市), Sichuan Province (四川省), when mentioning the town's integrated elderly care service complex, 70-year-old Chen Zisheng (陈子生) praised it repeatedly: "Last month, I could only rely on a walker to walk, but under the care of the staff, I can basically walk independently now."
Before December 2023, this complex was a health center building, which had been left idle due to local township administrative division adjustments and the integration of medical resources.
"It's a pity to leave it idle," said Li Daoping (李道平), Party Secretary of Weizi Town (卫子镇). The government invested funds to transform it into a community elderly care service complex and introduced a third party to participate in operations and management, providing seniors with daily care, cultural entertainment, health management, and other daycare services.
At the same time, Guangyuan City (广元市) has set its sights on office buildings, health centers, and school buildings that were temporarily "dormant" due to administrative adjustments and other reasons. Through precise policy implementation and classified renovation, batches of idle assets have become happy havens for the elderly right at their doorsteps.
The mountain roads of over ten kilometers in Wenchang Town (文昌镇), Cangxi County (苍溪县), Guangyuan City (广元市), once caused inconvenience for seniors traveling. In October 2025, 10 "Happy Little Buses" (幸福小巴士) drove into the mountain villages of Wenchang Town (文昌镇), stopping on demand and charging nothing. Liu Shufen (刘述芬), a villager in Yuanyang Village (鸳鸯村), Wenchang Town (文昌镇), said: "Just make a phone call, explain when you need to go out or attend a market, and they come to pick you up. Their attitude is excellent!"
In Yuanyang Village (鸳鸯村), every morning at 11:00, the "Kangxiang Station" (康享驿站), transformed from the old village committee building, starts cooking on time. The chef prepares the meals, the delivery person packs them into thermal boxes, and rides a motorcycle into the mountain hollows. Zhao Shuhua (赵述华), a villager in Yuanyang Village (鸳鸯村), remarked: "Having someone deliver meals to our door, we are truly blessed."
From meal delivery and cleaning to physical examinations, haircuts, and cultural entertainment activities, elderly care services are now broken down into specific jobs and shuttle vehicles, delivered deep into the mountains.
Currently, Guangyuan City (广元市) has built 74 elderly care institutions, 19 elderly care service complexes, 370 community daycare centers, and 62 meal assistance points. The local government has included home-based aging-friendly renovations in its list of livelihood projects for four consecutive years, cumulatively implementing aging-friendly renovations for more than 13,000 households.
(Baoding Daily reporters Yao Lin (姚琳), Wei Yueqi (魏岳奇); Xinyu Daily reporters Xu Yun (徐云), Jiang Zhengyi (姜正义); Guangyuan Daily reporter Tang Biao (唐彪))
Return to TopBy: 何宇澈
Deep-fried cakes (油炸糕) are 1.8 yuan, and tofu pudding (豆腐脑) is 3 yuan... for just a few yuan, you can purchase a steaming portion of satisfaction. For some time now, morning markets in Northeast China, such as Hongzhuan Street (红专街) in Harbin (哈尔滨), Heilongjiang (黑龙江), and Xiaoheyan (小河沿) in Shenyang (沈阳), Liaoning (辽宁), have continued to "break out of the circle" (gain widespread popularity). In these open-air markets at dawn, an increasing number of young faces are surging in.
Why are morning markets able to win so much affection?
The trump card is two words: authenticity. Radishes are still covered in soil, fish and shrimp splash with water, and the vendors' hawking carries a rustic local accent, allowing people to feel a healing sense of "the smoke and fire of life" (the hustle and bustle of everyday life).
This sense of "the smoke and fire of life" is also quietly narrowing the distance between people, endowing the city with warmth. At the Daguan Zhuanxin Farmers' Market (大观篆新农贸市场) in Kunming (昆明), Yunnan (云南), the lady selling mushrooms will patiently teach you how to stir-fry *jian shou qing* (a type of wild mushroom); at the Xiaoheyan Morning Market (小河沿早市) in Shenyang (沈阳), the auntie at the vegetable stall will help you pick a fresh, tender cucumber and then stuff a handful of scallions into your hand... These warm interactions and agricultural products carrying the fragrance of the soil ensure that what people buy here is not just breakfast, but a vivid atmosphere of life.
We must also observe that some morning markets have seen phenomena such as price discrepancies between tourists and locals, and some stalls using semi-finished products to replace freshly made items. How can we manage morning markets well and make this wisp of "the smoke and fire of life" even warmer?
Precise planning is needed to "make a fuss" (create something special) within limited space. The Shuangta Market (双塔市集) in Suzhou (苏州), Jiangsu (江苏), has implemented precise zoning, retaining stalls for egg pancakes and wontons while introducing services like lock repair and sewing, making life more convenient for the masses.
Integrity must serve as the bottom line, making consumption "clear and transparent." The management department of the Bajudiju Convenience Market (八大局便民市场) in Zibo (淄博), Shandong (山东), conducts daily inspections, issuing yellow card warnings to merchants who shortchange customers, with direct expulsion from the market for a single serious violation; in some regions, food safety rapid-testing vehicles are permanently stationed, allowing consumers to "point and inspect," making them feel more at ease.
Retaining unique characteristics allows morning markets to "be themselves." The Eighth Market (第八市场) in Xiamen (厦门), Fujian (福建), presents the fishmongers under the arcade houses and traditional tea shops in their original, ecological state, integrating Minnan (闽南) street culture into the morning market, leaving a deep impression on tourists.
Ultimately, the charm of the morning market lies in its authentic "smoke and fire of life." A city should have both brightly lit commercial complexes and the warmth that can be bought for just a few yuan. Letting the hustle and bustle of the marketplace grow calmly among the skyscrapers becomes a simple footnote to the city's warmth.
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 吴慧珺
"When buying clothes for my children, I generally choose shops that ship from Wangjiang (望江)," Liu Lin (刘琳), a resident of Jinan City (济南市), Shandong Province (山东省), told the reporter. In the livestreaming rooms of merchants in Wangjiang County (望江县), Anhui Province (安徽省), children's clothing styles are numerous, updated quickly, and affordable.
In 2025, the e-commerce sales volume of Wangjiang County (望江县) reached 13.3 billion yuan, with textile and garment e-commerce accounting for over 90%. This small county along the Wan River (皖江) has leveraged small children's garments to pry open a consumption market worth tens of billions.
Wangjiang County (望江县) possesses hundreds of thousands of mu of high-quality cotton fields. In recent years, the local area has formed a complete industrial chain dominated by children's clothing e-commerce. Ji Guangji (纪光吉), Director of the Commerce Bureau of Wangjiang County (望江县商务局), introduced that as of now, there are over 5,600 e-commerce business entities in the county, including more than 1,000 livestreaming e-commerce enterprises. To further ensure product quality, Wangjiang County (望江县) participated in the formulation of national standards for infant carriers and took the lead in establishing group standards for four major categories of children's clothing, including denim and woven garments. Wang Jie (汪杰), Deputy Director of the Commerce Bureau of Wangjiang County (望江县商务局), noted that the children's clothing industry has driven employment for 60,000 people across the county, forming a virtuous cycle of "industry—employment—income—consumption."
A small piece of children's clothing has not only "worn" its way into a massive market of tens of billions but has also "worn" out the infinite possibilities of China's county-level economy, highlighting the immense resilience and vigorous vitality of the Chinese consumer market.
(According to Xinhua News Agency (新华社))
Return to TopChongqing Achieves Full Coverage of Public Charging and Battery Swapping Stations in Townships
Chongqing Daily (重庆日报), Chongqing (重庆), June 10—(Reporter Bai Lin (白麟)) As of now, Chongqing Municipality (重庆市) has built 2,442 public charging and battery swapping stations in its townships, including 2,403 charging stations and 39 battery swapping stations, achieving full coverage of public charging and battery swapping facilities across all townships. In the township areas of Chongqing (重庆), a cumulative total of 81,938 charging piles have been built, comprising 11,084 public charging piles and 70,134 private charging piles.
Ningxia (宁夏) Issues "Implementation Regulations for Urban Renewal"
Ningxia Daily (宁夏日报), Yinchuan (银川), June 10—(Reporter Wang Rui (王瑞)) Ningxia (宁夏) recently issued the "Implementation Regulations for Urban Renewal" (城市更新实施规程), a recommended local standard in the field of urban renewal. The regulations specify that urban renewal must adhere to the principle of conducting a "physical examination" of the city first, followed by the formulation of plans, district-level planning, and implementation schemes. Regarding renewal methods, it proposes various approaches such as protection and restoration, demolition and reconstruction, renovation and upgrading, and a combination of demolition and renovation, with priority given to micro-renovation. Historical and cultural heritage sites are required to be 应保尽保 (yīng bǎo jìn bǎo - "should protect exhaustively protect," to ensure that everything that needs to be protected is protected), with no arbitrary demolition of old buildings or destruction of the layout of old urban areas. At the same time, bottom lines have been drawn in four areas: safety, historical and cultural protection, management and control of the style and features of key areas, and the natural ecological environment.
Shanxi (山西) Releases White Paper on the Development of the Domestic Service Industry
Shanxi Daily (山西日报), Taiyuan (太原), June 10—(Reporter Ren Zhixia (任志霞)) Recently, the release conference for the "White Paper on the Development of the Domestic Service Industry in Shanxi Province (2025)" (山西省家政行业发展白皮书（2025）) and a special training activity on AI (Artificial Intelligence) empowering the high-quality development of the domestic service industry were held in Taiyuan City (太原市), Shanxi (山西).
In 2025, Shanxi (山西) had over 6,000 registered domestic service business entities, with 300,000 practitioners across the industry. In-home elderly care, maternal and infant care, organization and cleaning, and patient companionship have become rigid demands, while the demand for refined services such as rehabilitation nursing and high-end childcare has seen a significant year-on-year increase.
Qinghai Lake (青海湖) Ecological Culture Publicity Season Launched
Qinghai Daily (青海日报), Haibei (海北), June 10—(Reporters Song Minghui (宋明慧), Zhang Duojun (张多钧)) On June 8, the three-month Qinghai Lake (青海湖) Ecological Culture Publicity Season was launched.
Qinghai Lake (青海湖) possesses a unique "water-grass-fish-bird-beast" symbiotic ecosystem, bearing unique cultural imprints. The ecological culture publicity season focuses on showcasing the achievements of ecological protection at Qinghai Lake (青海湖), featuring sections such as thematic achievement exhibitions, and launching a series of Qinghai Lake (青海湖) ecological culture products to rally more social forces to join the ranks of protecting the ecology of Qinghai Lake (青海湖).
Township Vessels in Qinnan District (钦南区), Qinzhou (钦州), Guangxi (广西) Receive "ID Cards"
Guangxi Daily (广西日报), Qinzhou (钦州), June 10—(Reporter Luo Jimei (罗继梅)) Recently, all 8,197 township vessels in Qinnan District (钦南区), Qinzhou City (钦州市), Guangxi (广西), completed registration, licensing, and the installation of BeiDou (北斗) positioning equipment. Four towns (sub-districts) have basically completed the pilot construction of fishery safety townships. The district has implemented a "one vessel, one code" policy, achieving "one file per vessel and integration of code and certificate." The public can scan the code to query information such as the vessel number, the owner's name, and whether the vessel is compliant.
Return to TopBy: 新华社记者 那宇奇摄影报道
In Fuyuan City (抚远市), Heilongjiang Province (黑龙江省), unique natural conditions have enabled the establishment of China's (中国) largest large-scale cranberry cultivation base.
Recently, Fuyuan City (抚远市) completed the field transplantation of the first and second batches of space-bred cranberry seedlings. These seeds, which once traveled through space aboard the Shenzhou-14 (神舟十四号) and Shenzhou-16 (神舟十六号) spacecraft, as well as the Shijian-19 (实践十九号) satellite, have officially begun large-scale open-air cultivation after two years of greenhouse nurturing. This marks a critical step forward in the research and development of China's (中国) autonomous cranberry germplasm resources, truly demonstrating that the region is 得天独厚 (dé tiān dú hòu - "obtain heaven unique thick," enjoying exceptional natural advantages).
Return to TopBy: 本报通讯员 王亚洲
In Xinmin Village (新民村), Panhuang Subdistrict (潘黄街道), Yandu District (盐都区), Yancheng City (盐城市), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), inside an elevated greenhouse that had just finished its strawberry picking season, two rows of tender green sweet potato seedlings are stretching out their vines. These sweet potatoes are of the "Fushu" (福薯) series introduced from Henan Province (河南省); they are planted for their tubers but sold for their leaves. "These sweet potato leaves are tender and sweet when stir-fried," says Dong Zhaofu (董兆付), Party Branch Secretary of Xinmin Village (新民村).
A few months ago, Dong Zhaofu (董兆付) tasted a plate of stir-fried sweet potato leaves at a restaurant and became interested. "I pondered that since these leaves taste refreshing and are relatively rare in the market, could we grow them ourselves?" Consequently, the village introduced 6,000 seedlings for a trial planting. Calculated out, the sweet potato leaves can be harvested once every 20 days; they require little labor for management, yield about 4,000 jin per mu, and can generate a gross income of approximately 20,000 yuan per season. Furthermore, the integrated water and fertilizer equipment and elevated facilities used for strawberry cultivation can be fully utilized, saving both labor and effort, and turning what was originally an idle period into a season for increasing income.
The strawberry cultivation area in Xinmin Village (新民村) has reached 3,200 mu. Over the years, Dong Zhaofu (董兆付) has led the villagers in adopting diverse planting models, such as crop rotation and intercropping within greenhouses, to make the "idle" greenhouses "busy" again. Tang Xiuping (唐秀平), a technician in Xinmin Village (新民村), says the key is to seize two "earlies"—early market entry and early intercropping: strawberries are brought to market early when prices are high during the Spring Festival (春节); once 70% of the crop is sold, melons or black corn are intercropped, and immediately after the picking season ends, sweet potato seedlings are planted to follow, which has 事半功倍 (shì bàn gōng bèi - "half work double result," to achieve great success with little effort) in driving up everyone's income.
Return to TopBy: 北京日报记者 任 珊
At 10:00 AM, accompanied by a few crisp honks of a horn, a truck fully loaded with daily necessities drove into Duishi Village (对石村), Baoshan Town (宝山镇), Huairou District (怀柔区), Beijing (北京), where villagers gathered around to shop. Li Weiguang (李伟光), the Party Branch Secretary (党支部书记) of the village, took this opportunity to conduct flood prevention publicity, distributing brochures containing tips on flood prevention and risk avoidance to everyone.
Baoshan Town (宝山镇) is located in the deep mountainous area of northern Huairou District (怀柔区), where transportation is inconvenient. Huairou District (怀柔区) has explored cooperation with local supermarkets, with the government subsidizing expenses such as transportation and insurance, allowing trucks to shuttle between villages every day to deliver daily essentials like firewood, rice, oil, and salt to the doorsteps of the common people.
Building on this foundation, Huairou District (怀柔区) has implemented the "Civilized Peddler" (文明货郎) service model: while truck drivers deliver supplies to homes, they also bring initiatives for changing customs and new civilized trends to the villagers by posting civilized proposals on the truck bodies and distributing brochures and souvenirs promoting civilization.
Recently, a publicity campaign for changing customs themed "'Civilized Peddler' (文明货郎) Enters the Village, Shadow Puppetry Spreads Charm and Establishes New Trends" was held in Caishudian Village (菜树甸村), Baoshan Town (宝山镇). Truck driver Yu Qinghua (于清华) became a "Publicity Agent for New Civilized Trends" (文明新风宣传员), conducting a lecture on changing customs for the villagers. "This truck is great; not only does it sell things, but it also teaches us how to live our lives better," said Zhai Shuying (翟书英), a villager from Caishudian Village (菜树甸村).
From satisfying material needs to spreading new civilized trends, the "Civilized Peddler" (文明货郎) has brought a fresh atmosphere to the deep mountains. It is truly a case of 一举两得 (yī jǔ liǎng dé - "one move two gains," achieving two goals with a single action).
A relevant official from Huairou District (怀柔区) stated that in the next step, they will continue to integrate more resources benefiting the people, such as government affairs, medical care, electricity, and finance, to purchase medicines and deliver supplies on behalf of mountain residents. They will simultaneously implement mobile power stations and banking service points, allowing the masses to handle electricity matters, withdraw cash, and pay fees without leaving their villages.
Return to TopBy: 新疆日报记者 张 婷
Walking into Kuokeertu Village (阔克尔图村), Balibagai Township (巴里巴盖乡), Altay City (阿勒泰市), Xinjiang (新疆), one sees vegetable seedlings sprouting green in farm courtyards and newly planted fruit trees swaying in the breeze, with vitality overflowing everywhere. Villager Hatipa Enbulayi (哈提帕·恩布拉依) is busy organizing the vegetable seedlings she redeemed with her points. This scene is a microcosm of the incentive mechanism for redeeming points for "three types of seedlings" (vegetable seedlings, tree saplings, and chick seedlings) promoted locally.
This year, the Party Committee (党委) of Balibagai Township (巴里巴盖乡) moved their "discussion tables" to the fields. After gaining an in-depth understanding of the needs of the masses, they promptly adjusted the "point redemption list" to precisely align point redemption with the villagers' needs for increasing income and achieving prosperity. As of now, 161 households in the township have redeemed over 12,000 yuan worth of "three types of seedlings" supplies and daily necessities through points, and more than 2,300 greening saplings have taken root in 31 mu of newly added green space.
Redeeming supplies is only the first step; the key lies in enabling villagers to master planting and breeding techniques. The Township Party Committee (乡党委) proactively coordinated with the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Bureaus (农业农村局) at both the prefecture and city levels, inviting agricultural technology experts and veterinary personnel to move their classrooms directly into the villagers' courtyards.
"How should I manage and protect the vegetable seedlings after transplanting?" "How do I prune fruit trees after transplanting?"... Facing the villagers' questions, the experts explained the technical essentials one by one, demonstrated the operations on-site, and left their contact information for the public to consult. "With people to teach us the techniques, we have more energy to work," said villager Dawulieti Bilihan (达吾列提·毕里汗).
The Township Party Committee (乡党委) has also established a follow-up and return visit mechanism to regularly check on planting and breeding conditions, understand product sales channels, and resolve practical difficulties. For households with outstanding planting and breeding results, additional point rewards are given. Today, "earning points, learning techniques, and increasing income" has become a new trend in Balibagai Township (巴里巴盖乡), truly reflecting the spirit of 脚踏实地 (jiǎo tà shí dì - "foot tread solid earth," to be down-to-earth and realistic in one's work).
Return to TopBy: 天津日报记者 吕献峰
In the afternoon, within the Shengde Garden (圣德园) residential compound of the Guangshun Garden (广顺园) community in Hexi District (河西区), Tianjin (天津), several old neighbors sat around on brand-new lounge chairs, their laughter ringing out clearly.
The flat, spacious, and lush green small plaza before them was once a different sight: the road surface was riddled with potholes, and the old chairs had peeling paint. The Guangshun Garden (广顺园) community listed the renovation and upgrading of the small plaza in the Shengde Garden (圣德园) compound as a key annual project for public well-being. From May 2024 to May 2026, the renovation and upgrading of the Shengde Garden (圣德园) small plaza were completed in three phases.
With anti-slip, water-permeable bricks laid down, flowers and plants planted, and lounge chairs, fitness equipment, and slides installed, "Look, how bright and spacious this place is now!" said Grandpa Zhang (张大爷), who was playing with his granddaughter.
Such changes are not limited to the Shengde Garden (圣德园) compound. Walking into the Guangshun Garden (广顺园) compound, the electric vehicle shed has taken on a new look—the roof is clean and bright, and 33 smart charging ports are lined up, allowing residents to charge by scanning a code, with the power cutting off automatically once fully charged. Resident Mr. Zhang (张师傅) said, "Now parking and charging are safe and worry-free!"
There was once a tennis court in the compound, but the surface was damaged and the fences were rusted. The community Party committee organized the homeowners' committee, owner representatives, and the property management company to repeatedly deliberate on the renovation plan, transforming the area into an open and shared public space where leisure seats and children's play facilities are arranged 错落有致 (cuò luò yǒu zhì - "scattered and have order," describing something arranged in an orderly and aesthetically pleasing manner).
"Now, if I don't come here for a stroll every day, I feel like something is missing," a resident expressed from the heart.
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By: 王志民
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out in his important speech at the special seminar for principal officials at the provincial and ministerial levels on studying and implementing the spirit of the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (党的二十届四中全会): "The new journey is a new Long March." This is a major conclusion based on the historical logic of our Party's century-long struggle, the practical logic of national rejuvenation, and the realistic logic of the development of the times. We must base ourselves on the new mission and new requirements of the Party's long-term governance, profoundly grasp the contemporary connotations and practical requirements of "the new journey is a new Long March," and walk the new Long March path with firm conviction and courageous responsibility.
"The new journey is a new Long March." What is new is that the historical position we occupy has changed, but the ideological core of firming ideals and adhering to convictions remains consistent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Firm belief in Marxism and firm ideals and convictions are the foundation for Communists. Leading cadres must connect with the Party's historical mission and the responsibilities they bear, deepen theoretical study, strengthen self-reflection, and be firm Marxists." During the historical period of the Red Army's Long March (红军长征), China was in the dark situation of a semi-colonial and semi-feudal society, with social crises lurking everywhere. The Communist Party of China (中国共产党) and the Red Army (红军) were at a critical juncture, the Chinese revolution was at a critical juncture, and the Chinese nation was at a critical juncture. At that time, the first problem the Long March had to solve was whether it could preserve the sparks of revolution and whether it could spread them. Its direct goal was to break through the enemy's blockade, preserve revolutionary forces, and subsequently find a path of national independence and people's liberation for China, realizing national salvation and survival.
By contrast, the historical position of the new Long March has changed. Whether it is safeguarding national sovereignty, security, and development interests in a complex international landscape, promoting the building of a community with a shared future for mankind, solving the problems of unbalanced and inadequate development, promoting high-quality economic and social development, or promoting the realization of common prosperity, the historical tasks of the new Long March have new and richer connotations. It carries the historical mission of realizing the Second Centenary Goal (第二个百年奋斗目标), and the weight and difficulty of the tasks are unprecedented.
Despite the changes in the times and the major changes in the historical position of our Party, what remains unchanged is the spirit of Chinese Communists "to regard the fundamental interests of the people of the whole country and the Chinese nation as higher than everything, to firmly hold revolutionary ideals and convictions, and to firmly believe that the cause of justice will inevitably triumph." What remains unchanged is our Party's original aspiration and mission to seek happiness for the Chinese people and rejuvenation for the Chinese nation. From fighting for national independence and people's liberation during the Long March period to creating an unstoppable bright prospect for national rejuvenation on the new journey, what has changed is the specific practical scene of ideals and convictions, while what remains unchanged is the spiritual foundation that "with faith in the heart, there is strength under the feet." This is precisely the contemporary inheritance of the Long March spirit (长征精神).
To walk the new Long March path well, the primary task is to build a solid foundation of ideals and convictions, deeply study and implement Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era (习近平新时代中国特色社会主义思想)—this contemporary Chinese Marxism and 21st-century Marxism—to know the truth, grasp the truth, believe in the truth, and defend the truth. We must profoundly comprehend the decisive significance of the "Two Establishments" (两个确立), enhance the "Four Consciousnesses" (四个意识), strengthen the "Four-fold Confidence" (四个自信), and achieve the "Two Upholds" (两个维护). We must persist in the unity of knowledge and action, keep our words and deeds consistent, always maintain firmness and persistence in our ideals and convictions, firmly establish a correct view of power, performance, and career, maintain composure in the face of major political tests, and take on heavy responsibilities in the face of urgent, difficult, dangerous, and heavy tasks. We must withstand the temptations of power, money, and beauty, endure hardships first and enjoy comforts later, and strive unremittingly with practical actions for the realization of national prosperity, national rejuvenation, and people's happiness, letting the Long March spirit (长征精神) bloom with new radiance in the new era and on the new journey.
"The new journey is a new Long March." What is new is that the risks and challenges faced have expanded, changing from the tests of "military encirclement" and "natural obstacles" to "multi-dimensional comprehensive games," but the distinct trait of fearing no sacrifice and fighting heroically remains consistent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "Facing external suppression and containment, facing deep-seated contradictions and problems in economic and social development, and facing various unhealthy trends, all comrades in the Party, especially leading cadres, must step forward, meet difficulties head-on, have the courage to fight, be good at fighting, solidly reserve strategies and measures, timely and decisively eliminate risks and hidden dangers, and strive to transform unfavorable factors into favorable conditions for defeating the enemy." The main challenges faced by the Red Army's Long March (红军长征) were "military encirclement" and "natural obstacles." The bloody battle at the Xiangjiang River (湘江), the four crossings of the Chishui River (四渡赤水), the clever crossing of the Jinsha River (金沙江), the forced crossing of the Dadu River (大渡河), and the flying capture of the Luding Bridge (泸定桥) were all direct contests of life and death. At the same time, during the Long March, they also had to face tests of the natural environment such as snow-capped mountains, grasslands, and rampant diseases. The challenges faced by the Red Army at that time were concentrated at the military and natural environmental levels, possessing obvious characteristics of confrontation and regionality, and were direct contests between revolutionary forces and reactionary forces.
The risks and challenges faced by the new Long March are no longer "single military encirclement" but have expanded into "multi-dimensional comprehensive games," covering various fields such as economy, politics, technology, culture, military, and ecology. Internationally, the world's once-in-a-century changes are accelerating, unilateralism and protectionism are rising, and anti-China forces are conducting all-round encirclement, containment, and suppression against our country, attempting to delay or even block the historical process of the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Domestically, reform has entered a deep-water zone, deep-seated contradictions and problems are gradually emerging, and the tasks of reform, development, and stability are arduous and heavy. Chinese-style modernization has no ready-made experience to follow, and problems in various fields such as development models, institutional mechanisms, and scientific and technological innovation are intertwined and influence each other. It is a case of "牵一发而动全身" (qiān yī fà ér dòng quán shēn - "pull one hair and move the whole body," a small change affects the entire situation), and the comprehensiveness, complexity, and severity of the risks and challenges are unprecedented. These risks and challenges are more hidden, long-term, and complex than those faced during the Long March, and are a major test of our Party's ability to govern the country.
Despite the increasingly complex challenges and situations on the new journey, what remains unchanged is the fighting will in the Long March spirit (长征精神) to "fear no difficulties or obstacles, and not hesitate to pay any sacrifice," which is an important magic weapon for our Party to overcome all difficulties and obstacles. From the military struggle during the Long March to the multi-dimensional comprehensive games on the new journey, what has changed is the form, field, and object of the struggle, while what remains unchanged is the fighting will of "the more difficult and dangerous it is, the more we move forward," which is precisely the most powerful contemporary manifestation of the Long March spirit (长征精神).
To walk the new Long March path well, we must strengthen our fighting will, always place the people's interests in the highest position, have the courage to meet difficulties head-on and step forward in the face of various difficulties and obstacles on the road ahead, and ensure that we do not dodge in the face of contradictions, do not fear in the face of challenges, and do not retreat in the face of difficulties. We must be able to stand out, step up, and withstand tests at critical moments and in times of crisis. We must continuously improve our fighting skills, pay attention to strategies and methods, pay attention to the art of struggle, take the initiative to go to the grassroots and difficult posts to temper our will and increase our talents, and continuously improve our ability to respond to risks and challenges and solve complex problems in practice. With a fearless spirit of sacrifice and firm mission responsibility, we must cross one "Loushan Pass" (娄山关) and "Lazikou" (腊子口) after another on the new Long March road.
"The new journey is a new Long March." What is new is that the main way of advancement has changed, from "armed struggle" to "comprehensively deepening reform," while the spirit of adhering to independence, seeking truth from facts, and proceeding from reality in everything remains consistent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Adhering to proceeding from reality in everything is the starting point and the ultimate goal for us to think about problems, make decisions, and handle affairs." As an important part of the Chinese revolution, the main way the Red Army's Long March (红军长征) advanced was "armed struggle." The Red Army broke through the enemy's blockade and preserved revolutionary forces through flexible and mobile strategies and tactics. The practical path at that time was mainly based on military operations, revolving around organizing campaigns, implementing breakthroughs, and transferring, and the way of advancement had military and struggle characteristics.
With the transformation of the principal contradiction in our society, the main way the new Long March advances has shifted from "armed struggle" to "comprehensively deepening reform," taking comprehensively deepening reform as a powerful driving force for promoting the development of the cause. Entering the new era, the principal contradiction in our society has been transformed into the contradiction between the people's ever-growing needs for a better life and unbalanced and inadequate development. To solve this contradiction, we must use the method of comprehensively deepening reform to promote development through reform, seek breakthroughs through innovation, break down institutional and mechanism obstacles, and stimulate the development vitality of the whole society.
Despite the continuous innovation of practical paths, what remains unchanged is the spirit of the Long March spirit (长征精神) of adhering to independence, seeking truth from facts, and proceeding from reality in everything, which is an important methodology for us to promote the development of the Party and the country's cause in the new era and on the new journey. From the strategic adjustment of armed struggle in the Red Army's Long March (红军长征) to the top-level design of comprehensively deepening reform in the new era, what has changed is the practical method adapted to the needs of the times, while what remains unchanged is the ideological method of proceeding from reality in everything, integrating theory with practice, and seeking truth from facts. This is precisely the practical guidance of the Long March spirit (长征精神) in the new era.
To walk the new Long March path well, we must always adhere to the Party's ideological line, adhere to proceeding from reality in everything, resolutely oppose formalism and bureaucracy, go deep into the grassroots, go deep into the masses, carry out investigations and research in depth, find out the real situation, identify the crux, and solve difficult problems. We must adhere to independence, place the development of the country and the nation on the basis of our own strength, and insist that China's affairs must be decided and handled by the Chinese people themselves. We must learn from and draw on the excellent achievements of human civilization without copying the development models of other countries, firmly follow the path of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and firmly grasp the initiative of development. We must persist in valuing reality, speaking the truth, doing practical work, and seeking practical results, and grasp the implementation of work with the spirit of "钉钉子" (dīng dīng zi - "driving a nail," a metaphor for persistent, steady, and focused effort), ensuring that the decisions and arrangements of the Party Central Committee (党中央) take root, blossom, and bear fruit, and letting the spirit of seeking truth from facts radiate new vitality and vigor in the new era and on the new journey.
"The new journey is a new Long March." What is new is that there are new requirements for strengthening the Party's own construction, but the sobriety and firmness of taking the "exam" remain consistent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) emphasized: "The whole Party must always maintain the sobriety and firmness of taking the 'exam,' take improving the system of full and rigorous Party self-governance as an effective way, and continuously push forward the great new project of Party building in the new era." The Red Army's Long March (红军长征) was a strategic transfer of the revolutionary armed forces led by the Party, and it was also a major subject for the Party during the revolutionary war years. It answered how to maintain the Party's advanced nature and purity in life-and-death tests, how to lead the Red Army to achieve revolutionary victory, and how to win the support and backing of the people. The victory of the Red Army's Long March (红军长征) marked the Party's successful passing of this test, proving that our Party is a Marxist political party capable of maintaining its advanced nature and purity and leading the people to victory under extremely difficult conditions. The experience gained became a precious asset for the Party to strengthen its own construction, laying a solid political, ideological, and theoretical foundation for the Party's subsequent "entering Beijing to take the exam" and long-term governance.
The new Long March is the "governance exam" of the Party under the conditions of long-term governance. It tests how to maintain the Party's advanced nature and purity, how to improve the Party's governance capacity and leadership level, and how to always win the people's support and consolidate the status of long-term governance. This "exam" concerns the future and destiny of the Party and the country, and concerns the overall strategy of national rejuvenation. Since the new era, whether it is preventing the corruption and degeneration of Party members and cadres under the condition of a continuously expanding team, coping with arduous and heavy tasks of reform, development, and stability, or closely connecting the Party with the people in a profoundly changing social structure and a profoundly adjusted interest pattern, and effectively coping with the suppression and containment of anti-China forces to safeguard the Party's governance security, all have put forward unprecedented severe tests for the Party's long-term governance. Full and rigorous Party self-governance is always on the road, and this "governance exam" only has a present tense. From the test of the revolutionary war years to the "governance exam," the questions have changed with the historical conditions, but our Party's sobriety, firmness, and original aspiration in taking the exam have never changed. This is the key to our Party's ability to always maintain its advanced nature and purity and continuously move from victory to victory.
To walk the new Long March path well, we must always maintain the sobriety and firmness of taking the "exam," and with the persistence that full and rigorous Party self-governance is always on the road, we must promote full and rigorous Party self-governance with higher standards and more practical measures, ensuring that the Party always becomes the strong leadership core of the cause of socialism with Chinese characteristics. We must enhance our awareness of the overall situation, resolutely implement the decisions and arrangements of the Party Central Committee (党中央), ensure that orders are followed and prohibitions are enforced, act in unison, consciously prevent and oppose individualism, decentralism, liberalism, and departmentalism, and achieve the goal of both bringing honor to one's own region and adding luster to the whole. We must strengthen discipline education, reinforce discipline enforcement, let Party members and cadres know awe, have fear, and keep the bottom line, get used to working and living in an environment under supervision and restraint, and guide Party members and cadres to truly transform discipline and rules into ideological, political, and behavioral consciousness.
"The new journey is a new Long March." What is new is that there are new connotations for adhering to the purpose of serving the people, while the value foundation of everything for the people and everything relying on the people remains consistent.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "We must always share weal and woe with the people, be heart-to-heart with the people, think what the people think, and do what the people entrust, continuously turning the people's yearning for a better life into reality." The Long March was a people's war. The fundamental reason why the Red Army was able to achieve victory under extremely difficult conditions was that it relied closely on the people. At that time, serving the people focused on the most urgent survival needs, focusing on resolving survival crises and ensuring basic living, reflecting the urgent mission of saving the people from danger in the revolutionary era. The people always regarded the Red Army as their own team and gave the Red Army the greatest support and help. It was precisely this deep affection of "fish and water" (鱼水深情 - yú shuǐ shēn qíng - "deep affection like fish and water," describing an inseparable, harmonious relationship between the army and the people) that allowed the Red Army to receive the support and backing of the people under extremely difficult conditions, obtain a continuous source of strength, and finally achieve the great victory of the Long March, which also laid a solid mass foundation for the victory of the Chinese revolution.
On the road of the new Long March, our Party's fundamental purpose of serving the people wholeheartedly has new connotations, further enriching from ensuring basic survival to responding to the hope for a better life. The people look forward to better housing, more convenient transportation, safer food, fairer education, better medical care, more comfortable elderly care, richer cultural products, more effective social governance, and a more livable ecological environment. Achieving a high-quality life has become the common appeal of the people on the new journey.
Despite the new connotations added to the fundamental purpose of serving the people wholeheartedly, our Party's value foundation of everything for the people and everything relying on the people has never changed, and the fine style of sharing weal and woe with the people has never changed. The Party always takes realizing, safeguarding, and developing the fundamental interests of the vastest number of people as the starting point and ultimate goal of all work, takes benefiting the people as the greatest political achievement, and always stands with the people, thinks with the people, and works with the people. This is the fundamental guarantee for the Party and the Red Army to achieve the victory of the Long March, and it is the reason why the Party can win the people's support and socialism with Chinese characteristics can be supported by the people.
To walk the new Long March path well, we must establish and practice a correct view of political performance, adhere to the people-centered development thought, always place the people's interests in the highest position, adhere to development for the people, development relying on the people, and development results shared by the people, respect the principal status and pioneering spirit of the people, fully mobilize the enthusiasm, initiative, and creativity of the people, and let the people become participants, builders, and beneficiaries of the great cause of building a strong country and national rejuvenation. We must go deep into the grassroots, go deep into the masses, listen to the voices of the masses, understand the needs of the masses, solve the urgent, difficult, and anxious problems of the masses, and continuously enhance the people's sense of gain, happiness, and security. We must always maintain the flesh-and-blood connection between the Party and the people, always maintain the style of modesty, prudence, and hard work, always share weal and woe and fight side by side with the people, and always accept the criticism and supervision of the people, so that our Party will always win the trust and support of the people, and our cause will always have an inexhaustible source of strength.
(The author is a researcher at the Institute of Party History and Literature of the CPC Central Committee (中央党史和文献研究院))
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Party spirit is the cornerstone upon which Party members and cadres establish their standing, careers, words, and virtues; only with a strong Party spirit can one ensure that their perspective on political achievements does not deviate. General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) attaches great importance to education on Party spirit, pointing out: "Speaking the truth and doing practical work are the best ways to test and temper Party spirit." This important statement profoundly clarifies the significance of speaking the truth and doing practical work for the cultivation of Party spirit. Only by internalizing the practice of speaking the truth and doing practical work in their hearts and externalizing it in their actions can Party members and cadres temper their Party spirit to be more robust, and firmly establish and practice a correct perspective on political achievements.
Speaking the truth and doing practical work are inherent requirements of loyalty to the Party. The *Shuowen Jiezi* (说文解字) explains the two characters for "loyalty" (忠诚) as follows: "Zhong (忠), meaning respect. Derived from 'heart'." "Cheng (诚), meaning trust. Derived from 'words'." It is evident that loyalty means consistency between words and actions, being the same inside and out, being open and aboveboard, and seeking truth from facts. "Being loyal and honest to the Party, and consistent in words and actions" is a duty for Party members explicitly stipulated in the Constitution of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党章程). Speaking the truth means not deceiving superiors or subordinates, not engaging in fraud, not reporting only the good while hiding the bad, and reflecting the situation truthfully while facing contradictions and problems directly. Doing practical work means not engaging in superficial displays or "image projects," but truly investigating the actual situation and seeking real results. Some individual Party members and cadres are keen on speaking empty words, clichés, and platitudes, while others create "bonsai-like political achievements" or engage in "data beautification"; on the surface, this is a lack of practical work style, but in essence, it is a lack of pure Party spirit. Only by daring to speak the truth and insisting on doing practical work can one truly be responsible to the Party, the people, and the cause.
Speaking the truth and doing practical work are important manifestations of firmly standing on the side of the people. Party spirit and the nature of the people have always been consistent. The people's stance is the fundamental political stance of the Communist Party of China (中国共产党). To establish and practice a correct perspective on political achievements, one must adhere to a people-centered approach and plan and promote all work around safeguarding and developing the fundamental interests of the vast majority of the people. Whether one is eager for quick success and instant benefits by engaging in "political achievement projects," or whether one is willing to humble oneself to do good deeds and practical things for the people, clearly reflects whether their awareness of the purpose is firm and whether their stance with the masses is stable. It is impossible to speak the truth or do practical work if one is divorced from the masses; only by always keeping the people in the highest position in one's heart can one sincerely speak the words the masses have in their hearts and work diligently to accomplish the things the masses look forward to.
General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out: "Whether one dares to take responsibility and is courageous enough to shoulder burdens is the best way to see a cadre's Party spirit and work style." Whether one can speak the truth and do practical work is the most direct "touchstone" for testing the spirit of responsibility of Party members and cadres. Speaking the truth may touch upon contradictions or offend others, and doing practical work inevitably involves encountering difficult barriers and navigating treacherous waters, all of which require a spirit of responsibility that **事不避难、义不逃责** (shì bù bì nán, yì bù táo zé - "affairs do not avoid difficulty, righteousness does not evade responsibility," to face challenges head-on and fulfill one's moral obligations without shrinking). While working in Zhengding County (正定县), Hebei Province (河北省), Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) learned during his research that due to excessive grain procurement quotas, some local farmers did not have enough food and had to secretly go to other counties to exchange goods for dried sweet potatoes to eat. Comrade Xi Jinping (习近平) withstood the pressure and insisted on reporting the problem to his superiors. Ultimately, the national procurement quota was reduced by 28 million jin, a decrease of 36.8%. Daring to speak the truth and being willing to do practical work reflects an adherence to seeking truth from facts and highlights the mission and responsibility of guarding the land, being responsible for the land, and fulfilling one's duties to the land. Only by not dodging in the face of contradictions, not retreating in the face of difficulties, and not fearing in the face of challenges, while actively taking on heavy burdens and tackling "hard bones," can one truly solve the urgent, difficult, and anxious problems for the people and create real achievements that can withstand the test of practice, the people, and history.
To achieve speaking the truth and doing practical work, one must both build a solid ideological foundation and strengthen the consciousness of action. Party members and cadres must abandon the mentality of seeking quick success and being impetuous, focus their minds on doing work, embody their capabilities in implementation, and lock their goals onto practical results. They must continuously hone their actions to achieve real progress and seek practical results. Adhering to starting from reality in everything, they must go deep into the grassroots and among the masses to conduct investigations and research, listen to the truth, observe the actual situation, and understand the will of the people, making decisions and carrying out work based on a grasp of the real situation, while preventing subjective assumptions and detachment from reality. Furthermore, they must strengthen their awareness of taking responsibility, not acting as a "mute" in the face of right and wrong, and not acting as an "ostrich" in the face of contradictions and problems. They must dare to face difficulties head-on, be serious and uncompromising, and truly transform what is said, written on paper, and decided in meetings into concrete actions and actual accomplishments.
"实言实行实心，无不孚人之理 (shí yán shí xíng shí xīn, wú bù fú rén zhī lǐ - "honest words, practical actions, sincere heart; there is no reason why one would not win people's trust," meaning that integrity in speech, action, and intent is the fundamental way to gain public trust)." Speaking the truth and doing practical work lies in the word "practical." Without doing practical work, even the best blueprint is just empty paper; without focusing on practical results, even the loudest slogan is just empty talk. By insisting on starting from reality and seeking truth from facts, and by tempering a strong Party spirit through responsible and practical work, one can establish a correct perspective on political achievements and benefit the people with a rigorous work style characterized by pragmatism, diligence, and implementation.
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Fully leveraging digital intelligence technology and data elements to enrich people's lives and improve their well-being, and constructing a "Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle," is an important part of building a Digital China (数字中国) and a key lever for enhancing the intelligence and precision of urban governance. In July 2025, General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平) pointed out at the Central Urban Work Conference (中央城市工作会议): "We must adhere to the needs of urban residents as the guide, conform to the trend of digital intelligence, innovate governance concepts, models, and means, strengthen technological support, and continuously improve the intelligence and precision of urban governance." The Outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (“十五五”规划纲要) proposes to "construct a Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle." Constructing this circle concerns the happiness of the people's lives and requires adhering to a problem-oriented approach to timely review the status quo, identify issues, and seek countermeasures.
Since the dawn of the new era, China has treated the construction of the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle as a systematic and fundamental project integrating community smart governance, data empowerment, scenario cultivation, and openness. In April 2021, the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (中共中央) and the State Council (国务院) issued the "Opinions on Strengthening the Modernization of Grassroots Governance Systems and Governance Capacity" (关于加强基层治理体系和治理能力现代化建设的意见); in May 2022, the Ministry of Civil Affairs (民政部) and eight other departments jointly issued the "Opinions on Deeply Promoting the Construction of Smart Communities" (关于深入推进智慧社区建设的意见). The construction of the national Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle has moved from pilot exploration to comprehensive promotion, achieving significant progress. Data empowerment has accelerated, comprehensive information platforms for smart communities have been continuously improved, digital intelligence service scenarios have been enriched and optimized, and high-frequency government services such as "online processing, mobile processing, and local processing" have become the norm, significantly enhancing the supply-demand matching of 15-minute life services. For example, Zhongguancun Subdistrict (中关村街道) in Haidian District (海淀区), Beijing (北京), collaborated with strategic scientific and technological forces in the Zhongguancun (中关村) area to develop and launch the "Guanxin" (关芯) AI intelligent government service system. Through three main modules—"Guanxin Customer Service" (关芯客服), "Guanxin Assistant" (关芯助理), and "Guanxin Smart Patrol" (关芯智巡)—it serves residents and grassroots staff, significantly improving service efficiency. The "Community Cloud" (社区云) grassroots governance digital platform in Shanghai (上海) has collected hundreds of millions of pieces of data related to grassroots governance, covering thousands of neighborhood (village) committees across the city, effectively improving the efficiency and service level of grassroots governance.
At the same time, the problems and shortcomings in the construction of the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle cannot be ignored. For instance, the issues of "data chimneys" and "information islands" are quite prominent. In some places, there are as many as a dozen or even dozens of systems from various departments sinking into neighborhood and village organizations. During the backflow and empowerment of multi-departmental data, inconsistent data standards make it impossible to mutually recognize data or automatically dock system information, making it difficult to support efficient cross-departmental and cross-business services. Smart service systems are decentralized and diversified; equipment interfaces, data formats, and coding rules lack unified national standards, making systems from different manufacturers difficult to be compatible, leading to phenomena such as "multiple platforms and multiple maintenance points for one community," and insufficient integration of diverse service scenarios. The digital divide persists to a certain extent; some old residential areas have poor network coverage and insufficient equipment investment, and some smart service software is not sufficiently adapted for the elderly or has high usage thresholds, resulting in the elderly and groups with lower educational levels being excluded from the service circle. Risks such as resident privacy protection exist, and incidents of data insecurity and resident privacy leaks occur from time to time, triggering public concerns about privacy protection, and so on. These problems not only constrain the construction of the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle but also highlight the importance and urgency of the digitalization, convenience, and popularization of grassroots services in the digital age.
Constructing the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle is closely related to the daily lives of the masses, and the public's perception of the construction results is direct and vivid. Therefore, it is necessary to rely on community digital intelligence carriers, focus on the core goal of convenient and inclusive benefits, adhere to user thinking, and take public satisfaction as the primary standard, focusing on deep innovation in two aspects: reform of the digital governance system and mechanism, and expansion of digital service scenarios.
Deepen the reform of systems and mechanisms to build a new ecosystem for the construction of the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle. Optimizing institutional construction, promoting the sharing of grassroots governance data resources, and opening them up for grassroots use as needed to build a brand-new governance ecosystem capable of rapid response, personalized service, and precise decision-making in the digital age is an important foundation for constructing the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle. It is necessary to conscientiously implement the "Regulations on Government Data Sharing" (政务数据共享条例), establish and improve the supply-demand docking mechanism for government data sharing, and solve the problems of "insufficient data" and "data islands" faced by digital intelligence convenience services in accordance with the law, so that "efficiently handling one thing" can be implemented effectively. Accelerate the promotion of data integration, system docking, and standard unification for high-frequency convenience services such as grassroots government services, life services, and property management services. For example, create a "Mobile Digital Intelligence Service Supermarket" so that residents can solve most of their life needs through one application, and improve the convenience of digital intelligence services through "one-click access." Continuously expand investment in new infrastructure in old residential areas, urban villages, and other regions, and continuously carry out digital skills training for the elderly and groups with lower educational levels to narrow the digital divide, expand the coverage of the Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle, and let everyone enjoy the dividends of digital intelligence development. At the same time, strengthen resident privacy protection and data security in accordance with the law to create a digital intelligence service environment that the people trust and feel at ease with.
Increase the promotion and application of intelligent terminal products to expand new scenarios for digital intelligence convenience services. This is conducive to revitalizing digital technology resources, extending service tentacles, and continuously broadening the breadth of convenience services. Implement the national "Artificial Intelligence +" (人工智能+) action deployment, fulfill the important requirements of accelerating the cultivation of new growth points for service consumption, and be guided by demand. In grassroots communities, focus on government services, health and elderly care, convenient living, governance and security, etc., to promote and deploy terminals such as comprehensive government self-service machines, remote virtual windows, AI health management stations, non-inductive monitoring terminals for elderly living alone, smart elderly canteens, intelligent express cabinets, self-service printing and copying machines, and smart monitoring systems. Promote government-enterprise collaboration to develop and build a batch of new scenarios where artificial intelligence and big data are deeply applied to convenience services. Through the integrated promotion of unified platforms, intelligent terminals, and closed-loop services, we can truly build a Digital Intelligence Convenience Service Circle right at the doorstep.
(The author is a researcher at the Think Tank Research Center of the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences (上海社会科学院))
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Xiongan New Area (雄安新区), Hebei (河北), is using reform and innovation as its driving force to promote the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation with industrial innovation. How is this "City of the Future" (未来之城) fostering the cluster development of emerging and future industries, and what kind of futuristic scenarios are taking root here? Our reporter conducted research at locations including the Xiongan Sci-Tech Innovation Center (雄安科创中心), Xiongan Zhongguancun Science Park (雄安中关村科技园), and Xiongan Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park (雄安人工智能产业园).
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On June 10, the Hebei Xiongan Scenario Hub Sci-Tech Innovation Park (河北雄安场景汇科创园) was exceptionally lively as the finals of the 3rd Xiongan Future City Scenario Hub (雄安未来之城场景汇) series of competitions commenced. In the smart healthcare exhibition area, equipment "read" the faces of participants; after 90 seconds of facial micro-expression recognition, vital sign data, health analyses, and risk alerts were simultaneously displayed on a screen.
Arriving at the low-altitude technology application exhibition area, crowds surrounded various drone models. These drones can be applied to scenarios such as low-altitude urban governance and low-altitude medical services. At a nearby smart agriculture booth, soil-less crops stretched their leaves under precisely controlled temperature and light, vibrant and green.
Future scenarios exist not only within the competition venue but also outside it. Upon exiting the Hebei Xiongan High-speed Railway Station (河北雄安高铁站), the reporter hailed a ride-hailing car with the Xiongan Sci-Tech Innovation Center (雄安科创中心) as the destination.
As the car entered the city's main thoroughfare, the driver, Mr. Luo (罗师傅), was in no rush to accelerate, steadily maintaining a speed of 40 kilometers per hour. "Don't worry, you'll see in a moment," he said with a mysterious smile.
At several consecutive intersections, the traffic lights turned green in sequence, allowing for an unobstructed journey. "This is Xiongan's 'Green Wave Band' (绿波带)," Mr. Luo said, pointing to the light poles along the road. "They are equipped with cameras, radar, and 5G base stations. They transmit real-time traffic conditions to the 'City Brain' (城市大脑), which then calculates the optimal timing to set a 'Green Wave Band' for vehicles, allowing drivers to hit 'all green lights'."
To the front left, a black-and-white sedan caught the eye. At first glance, it looked unremarkable, but a closer look revealed the driver's seat was empty, and the steering wheel was turning on its own. "This is an autonomous taxi that went into service recently; you can book it via your phone," Mr. Luo explained.
The autonomous taxi pulled up steadily in front of the passenger, and the doors opened automatically. Mr. Luo remarked with emotion: "The roads are alive, the lights are alive, even the cars are alive. I've been in Xiongan for two years, and my biggest takeaway is that everything here is full of new vitality."
In Xiongan, "visible" new industries are **比比皆是** (bǐ bǐ jiē shì - "everywhere you look," ubiquitous or found everywhere).
Arriving at the Xiongan Sci-Tech Innovation Center (雄安科创中心), everything before one's eyes is fresh. In the exhibition hall, a faint mechanical whirring sound came from overhead. Looking up, a rail-mounted AI (Artificial Intelligence) inspection robot was shuttling back and forth along a ceiling track.
Zhang Ruiwu (张瑞武), a software R&D engineer at Pulong Technology (普龙科技), pointed to the robot and said: "It can precisely locate inspection points, then slowly stop, extend a telescopic rod carrying detection equipment, and perform a 'diagnosis' on the areas needing inspection." These robots are primarily used in places where manual inspection is difficult, such as substations, underground utility tunnels, and tunnels. Today, they are on duty 24 hours a day in Xiongan's power distribution rooms, silently guarding the city.
To "see" further, one can also look up at the stars.
Inside a factory building, the experimental satellite "Xiongan No. 1" (雄安一号), developed by LandSpace Hongqing (Xiongan) Space Technology Co., Ltd. (蓝箭鸿擎（雄安）空间科技有限公司), is undergoing final simulated flight tests. "The satellite will verify three key technologies: high-performance spaceborne computers, large-scale flexible solar wings, and a new generation of Hall effect electric propulsion systems, overcoming multiple challenges in computing power, energy, and propulsion efficiency," said Shi Yaozhong (史耀中), the company's general manager.
"Registered in early 2025, built that year, put into production that year, and rolled off the assembly line that year—the first 'Xiongan No. 1' satellite was born right here," Shi Yaozhong said. "Xiongan is building a satellite intelligent manufacturing center and a public testing center. In the future, everything from design and manufacturing to testing might be done in one stop in Xiongan."
A single satellite has illuminated a new orbit for the aerospace information industry in the Xiongan New Area (雄安新区). Currently, the New Area has gathered 68 enterprises in the aerospace information field. With two "national teams," China Satellite Network Group (中国星网集团) and China Space-Time Information Group (中国时空信息集团), acting as chain leaders, upstream and downstream enterprises are accelerating their aggregation.
"Visible" industries are taking root in Xiongan, and many "invisible" industries are also quietly growing.
They are hidden in inconspicuous small boxes.
Walking into the Xiongan Zhongguancun Science Park (雄安中关村科技园), Xu Mengchao (许蒙超), General Manager of Xiongan Miaoxin Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (雄安妙心生物科技有限公司), held a palm-sized box: "This is our new product. Users collect samples at home and mail them back to the lab, and AI can analyze the risk of blood clots."
"We call this sampling box and the digital system platform behind it a 'Smart Family Doctor' (智能家庭医生)," Xu Mengchao said, pointing to the platform interface. It includes IoT terminal devices, a user interface, a health manager interface, and a backend management interface. Through "data aggregation + AI analysis," users can better understand their health status.
They are hidden in flowing data.
Arriving at the Xiongan Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park (雄安人工智能产业园), sets of power trading data were being input into a large model on a large screen. A few seconds later, electricity price prediction results popped up. This is the "Jishu" (极数) data large model developed by Wenzhun Intelligent (Xiongan) Technology Co., Ltd. (稳准智能（雄安）科技有限公司)—a general-purpose large model used for processing structured data.
Company CEO Zhang Tianyang (张天扬) explained that if a language large model is like a "liberal arts brain," skilled in language understanding and text generation, then "Jishu" is a "science brain"—focused on analyzing patterns, summarizing, and predicting decisions from tabular data, time-series data, and graph data.
From smart transportation rooted in the earth to satellites flying toward the stars; from genetic testing held in the palm of one's hand to data torrents surging in the cloud, Xiongan's industrial map is accelerating its expansion.
How will these "seeds" before our eyes "blossom and bear fruit" in the future?
In a coffee shop at the Xiongan Zhongguancun Science Park (雄安中关村科技园), technical staff from Xingyuan Technology (兴元科技) on the 7th floor and Miaoxin Biotechnology (妙心生物) on the 9th floor sat together to discuss future collaborative projects—developing medical digital humans based on virtual reality technology.
Being on different floors is like being in different parts of the supply chain. The Xiongan New Area (雄安新区) has built sci-tech innovation platforms like the Zhongguancun Science Park (中关村科技园) and the Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park (人工智能产业园), providing comprehensive support in finance, policy, and talent. Currently, more than 770 enterprises have signed contracts for the 33 themed buildings. These buildings cover multiple frontier fields such as intelligent connected vehicles, aerospace information, and artificial intelligence. The cross-integration of different fields allows for seamless connection between technical R&D and market application.
The competition connects to the market, and the innovation chain connects to the industrial chain. It is reported that this series of competitions saw over 4,500 entries from more than 3,400 enterprise teams worldwide, with over 1,500 advancing to the finals, covering 12 frontier tracks such as the low-altitude economy, artificial intelligence, aerospace information, and smart healthcare. The "hardcore" equipment seen here is merely the tip of the iceberg. Over the next month, approximately 700 high-value scenarios will be showcased—from unmanned delivery and intelligent inspection to satellite manufacturing and AI-assisted diagnosis, truly allowing people to "touch future technology and embrace future scenarios."
"Scenarios are the bridge connecting technology and industry, and linking R&D and the market," said Liu Xiang (刘翔), Deputy Director of the Reform and Development Bureau of Xiongan New Area (雄安新区工信科技数据局). "We have continuously held the Future City 'Scenario Hub' (场景汇) competition to 'sift' out the best technologies, the best teams, and the best projects, and then provide the most fertile soil for them to blossom and bear fruit." The Xiongan New Area (雄安新区) has taken the lead in cultivating three iconic industries: aerospace information and satellite internet, artificial intelligence, and new materials. It is forward-looking in its layout of three new growth areas—life sciences, future energy, and future industrial sci-tech services—and is vigorously developing innovative industrial technologies such as quantum technology and the fifth-generation Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC-V).
Currently, the Xiongan New Area (雄安新区) has gathered over 200 key enterprises in fields such as aerospace information and satellite internet, artificial intelligence, and new materials, with the number of national high-tech enterprises reaching 454. In the near future, more new technologies will be verified, iterated, and grown here; more new scenarios will be visible, tangible, and sensible here; and more new business models will be cultivated, replicated, and promoted here.
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The finals of the 2026 "Xiongan International Green Energy Technology Application Competition" (雄安国际绿色能源技术应用大赛) have begun.
On June 10, the finals of the 2026 Xiongan Future City Scenario Hub (雄安未来之城场景汇) "Xiongan International Green Energy Technology Application Competition" (雄安国际绿色能源技术应用大赛) officially kicked off in the Xiongan New Area (雄安新区). As the first of the 12 finals in the 3rd Xiongan Future City Scenario Hub (雄安未来之城场景汇), this competition features three tracks: advanced green energy manufacturing technology, green energy station construction, operation and service, and urban comprehensive energy application solutions.
The participating projects focus on key technical bottlenecks restricting industry development and provide many industry-leading solutions. For example, in the advanced green energy manufacturing technology track, innovative achievements focus on frontier technologies in fields such as energy storage, hydrogen energy, and wind power; in the green energy station construction, operation, and service track, the entries emphasize not only technical advancement but also construction efficiency and intelligent management under harsh operating conditions; in the urban comprehensive energy application solutions track, the entries precisely focus on key scenarios such as photovoltaic-storage-direct-flexible systems and virtual power plants, demonstrating powerful AI scheduling and energy management capabilities.
To promote the high-quality implementation of competition results, the competition has established a professional judging committee composed of authoritative industry experts and well-known investment institutions, conducting multi-dimensional evaluations based on technicality, practicality, and scalability. During the competition, capital matching, industrial matching, and exhibition-sales matching activities are held simultaneously, inviting investment promotion departments, venture capital institutions, energy enterprises, and demand-side units from across Hebei Province (河北省) to negotiate on-site and facilitate local docking. This precisely connects high-quality capital, industrial resources, and market channels, promoting the implementation and transformation of innovative achievements and effectively facilitating the aggregation of factors, using the competition as a medium to attract advantageous enterprises to invest and start businesses in the New Area.
(Reporter Shao Yuzi (邵玉姿))
Return to TopBy: 雷 声
A couple of days ago, while taking sunset photos in the Rongdong District (容东片区) of the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), I gazed at the city skyline before me and felt 感慨万千 (gǎn kǎi wàn qiān - "sigh with deep emotion," to feel a complex mix of emotions, often reflecting on the passage of time or significant changes). This is my seventh year documenting the construction and development of the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区). As a photojournalist, I have captured over 30,000 photos and more than 200 videos here, all of which have witnessed the 日新月异 (rì xīn yuè yì - "daily renewal, monthly change," to describe rapid and constant progress) of Xiong'an (雄安).
In 2020, I came to Xiong'an (雄安) for my first interview: the roar of machines day and night on busy construction sites, tower cranes reaching into the clouds, workers sweating like rain... it was a scene of 热火朝天 (rè huǒ cháo tiān - "hot fire heaven," to describe an atmosphere of intense, enthusiastic, and bustling activity). Today, the Xiong'an High-speed Railway Station (雄安高铁站), the Beijing-Xiong'an Expressway (京雄高速公路), the Xiong'an Library (雄安图书馆), and the Xiong'an Sports Center (雄安体育中心) have risen from nothing. Residential housing and commercial apartment buildings have grown from sparse to dense, the urban road network of Xiong'an (雄安) has become increasingly busy, and the night lights have grown ever more brilliant.
The Xiong'an Urban Computing Center (雄安城市计算中心), the Artificial Intelligence Industrial Park (人工智能产业园), and the Xiong'an Sci-Tech Innovation Center (雄安科创中心)... I took panoramic aerial photos near the Rongdong District (容东片区), where the Xiong'an Sci-Tech Innovation Center (雄安科创中心) and the Xiong'an Zhongguancun Science and Technology Park (雄安中关村科技园) echo each other from afar. Today, the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区) is promoting the clustered development of multiple niche industries such as aerospace information, satellite internet, and artificial intelligence, while facilitating the strengthening and supplementing of chains for emerging and future industries. A highland for innovation and a hotbed for entrepreneurship are taking shape at an accelerated pace.
On this land, new creations happen every day, and I look forward to continuing to record its brilliance in the future.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 尚嵘峥
Inside the greenhouse, staff members lift the shrimp nests, revealing plump Australian lobsters (澳洲龙虾) jumping about with vitality; in the temporary holding tanks, schools of Chinese mitten crabs (中华绒螯蟹) scuttle sideways through the water, causing bubbles to rise continuously to the surface. This scene does not take place in a coastal region, but rather on the southern edge of the Taklamakan Desert (塔克拉玛干沙漠)—in Hotan County (和田县), Hotan Prefecture (和田地区), Xinjiang (新疆).
"Starting in 2024, we built a breeding base of nearly 1,000 mu on saline-alkali sandy land, raising species such as Chinese mitten crabs (中华绒螯蟹), Pacific white shrimp (南美白对虾), freshwater Australian lobsters (淡水澳龙), and freshwater bass (淡水鲈鱼), primarily to supply the local market." Wang Hui (王辉), head of the aquaculture base in Tuoleganji Village (托勒干吉村), Ying'airike Township (英艾日克乡), Hotan County (和田县), explains, "Compared to the past, when we relied mainly on air freight from coastal provinces, locally farmed aquatic products can be 15% to 20% cheaper, further enriching the dining tables of the local people."
Behind the transformation of sandy land into an aquaculture base lies a win-win situation for both ecological and economic benefits. Hotan Prefecture (和田地区) borders the Kunlun Mountains (昆仑山) to the south, where melting alpine snow and ice nourish numerous rivers, providing a natural water source for aquaculture. To the north, it extends deep into the hinterland of the Taklamakan Desert (塔克拉玛干沙漠), where desert and Gobi areas account for 63% of the region's total area; the salinity of the saline-alkali sandy soil provides a suitable environment for crab growth, while the long sunshine duration is conducive to the crabs' molting process.
However, to create a breeding environment suitable for most fish and shrimp, one must first overcome the hurdle of saline-alkali land management. By planting aquatic vegetation and adding microorganisms and freshwater, the local area has successfully reduced the salinity and alkalinity of the breeding ponds, bringing the pH value of the water to between 7.5 and 8.5, which is suitable for the growth of fish and shrimp. At the same time, during the high-water season, water from the nearby Yurungkash River (玉龙喀什河) is diverted into the breeding ponds. During daily operations, water is only added to the ponds rather than replaced; through the circular purification provided by aquatic plants and microorganisms, a virtuous ecosystem has been established.
To screen for species better suited for farming in saline-alkali sandy soil, the breeding base introduced crab seedlings from provinces such as Jiangsu (江苏), Anhui (安徽), and Guangdong (广东), selecting and breeding salt-alkali-tolerant crab varieties while conducting farming operations. Starting in April 2024, the base began trial farming of this variety, and 18 tons of crabs generated an output value of nearly 2 million yuan. "During the peak season for crab sales, we receive an average of about 200 kilograms of orders per day, and demand is 供不应求 (gōng bù yìng qiú - "supply not meet demand," used when the supply of goods is insufficient to meet the high demand)." Wang Hui (王辉) notes.
At the aquaculture base in Qiamuguluke Village (恰木古鲁克村), Ying'airike Township (英艾日克乡), another busy scene unfolds—inside the facility, the aquaculture system operates efficiently, with freshwater fish such as bass (鲈鱼) and snakehead (黑鱼) swimming in the tanks. In the central control room, staff closely monitor water quality indicators such as water temperature, pH value, total alkalinity, and total hardness.
"The indoor aquaculture base has completed 56 breeding tanks and supporting facilities, forming 8 sets of breeding systems that house about 8 tons of fish, which will soon be brought to market in batches." The head of the base explains that the facility also includes crop planting greenhouses, which fully utilize the organic matter in fish waste to provide nutrients for flowers such as Chinese roses (月季), achieving the goal of ecological planting and breeding.
The local government has also partnered with universities to establish the Kunlun Aquatic Research Institute (昆仑水产研究院), providing support in areas such as improved seed selection, technological upgrades, and green development. They have launched the "Kunlun Jade Crab" (昆仑玉蟹) regional public brand, helping to enhance the market competitiveness and brand influence of their products. In 2025, the fishery output value of Hotan County (和田县) increased by 141.2% compared to the previous year.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Liu Wenxin (刘温馨)) — The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) has issued the "Implementation Opinions on the Innovative Development of 'Artificial Intelligence + Information and Communications' (2026—2028)" (《“人工智能+信息通信”创新发展实施意见（2026—2028年）》). It proposes that by 2028, the intelligent operation and service capabilities of information and communications will reach an internationally advanced level. Information and communication networks will initially achieve high-level autonomous intelligence, forming more than 30 high-value typical scenarios and creating a batch of model applications and specialized intelligent agents. The ability of information infrastructure, such as networks and computing power, to support artificial intelligence will be further enhanced, with the coverage rate of the 1-millisecond latency circle for metropolitan computing power reaching no less than 75%.
The Opinions adhere to the direction of intelligence, green development, and integration. They deploy 17 specific tasks across four areas: promoting the intelligent upgrading of the information and communications industry, consolidating the foundation for artificial intelligence development, deepening the innovation and promotion of integrated applications, and enhancing the governance capabilities of the information and communications industry. Furthermore, they aim to solidify the foundation for artificial intelligence development from three aspects: networks, computing power, and the supply of computing-network resources.
The Opinions point out that by 2030, significant breakthroughs will be achieved in key core technologies for the integration of artificial intelligence and information and communication networks. The service capabilities for the integration of communication, sensing, computing, and intelligence will be substantially improved, forming a complete collaborative innovation and industrial ecosystem. This will usher "Artificial Intelligence + Information and Communications" into a new stage of development characterized by technological leadership, industrial prosperity, security and reliability, and intelligent inclusivity, ensuring that the industry does not 墨守成规 (mò shǒu chéng guī - "stick to old rules," to remain stagnant or refuse to innovate) but instead moves toward a future of rapid advancement.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Yu Jingxian (郁静娴)) — As of 17:00 on June 10, 248 million mu of summer wheat has been harvested nationwide, reaching a progress rate of 73.06%. On this day, 15.34 million mu were harvested with 185,700 combine harvesters deployed (compared to 13.58 million mu harvested and 191,600 combine harvesters deployed during the same period last year). Looking at the situation across various regions, the wheat harvest in Anhui (安徽) has concluded, the wheat harvest in Henan (河南) is essentially finished, Jiangsu (江苏) has surpassed 90%, Shandong (山东) has exceeded 55%, Shaanxi (陕西) is nearing 40%, Hebei (河北) is nearing 30%, and Shanxi (山西) has surpassed 20%.
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Luo Shanshan (罗珊珊)) — Recently, eight departments including the Ministry of Commerce (商务部), the Ministry of Culture and Tourism (文化和旅游部), and the China State Railway Group (国铁集团) jointly issued the "Several Measures on Promoting the Integrated Development of Railways and Tourism and Expanding Service Consumption" (关于促进铁路与旅游融合发展 扩大服务消费的若干措施) (hereinafter referred to as the "Several Measures" (若干措施)), aiming to expand new supply for rail tourism, innovate diversified consumption scenarios, and promote a new landscape of deep integration between railways and tourism.
The "Several Measures" (若干措施) proposes 15 policy initiatives across five aspects: accelerating the tourism-oriented transformation of railway infrastructure, enriching the rail tourism product system, improving the level of rail tourism services, strengthening operational support for rail tourism, and reinforcing policy guarantees and support. These measures aim to promote the integrated development and mutual empowerment of railways and tourism, expand the supply of high-quality services, unleash the consumption potential of rail tourism, and better meet the people's needs for a better life. This initiative is truly 锦上添花 (jǐn shàng tiān huā - "brocade on flower," to make something good even better by adding to it) for the tourism industry.
The "Several Measures" (若干措施) proposes encouraging cross-sector collaborations between tourist trains and well-known IPs to create themed trains and carriages through market-oriented approaches. By 2030, more than 160 specialized rail tourism train sets will be established nationwide.
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According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部), egg prices have risen for five consecutive weeks since May. As of 14:00 on June 9, the average price of eggs in national agricultural product wholesale markets was 10.85 yuan per kilogram, an increase of 2.3% from the previous day. Why has the price of eggs experienced a counter-trend rise, remaining "not slack during the slack season" (淡季不淡 (dàn jì bù dàn - "slack season not slack," describing a situation where demand remains strong during a typically quiet period))?
"This is mainly influenced by losses in layer hen farming and the traditional post-Spring Festival (春节) consumption slack season. The culling of layer hens has accelerated, leading to a periodic situation of weak supply and strong demand," said Zhang Junmin (张军民), Chief Scientist of the National Layer Chicken Industry Technology System (国家蛋鸡产业技术体系) and Director of the Institute of Animal Sciences (北京畜牧兽医研究所) at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (中国农业科学院).
The year 2025 has been a relatively sluggish year for the layer hen farming industry in recent times. According to data from the official website of the Bureau of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine (畜牧兽医局) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs (农业农村部), the average price of eggs in trade markets last year was 9.25 yuan/kg, a decrease of 13.55% compared to 2024, with the industry remaining in a state of loss for 11 months of the year.
Zhang Junmin (张军民) analyzed that from the supply side, under the pressure of continuous losses, farms (households) have accelerated the culling of layer hens and their willingness to restock has significantly decreased. Additionally, the period after the Spring Festival (春节) is often a slack season for egg consumption; combined with this factor, farms (households) have concentrated on culling older layer hens, further reducing production capacity. From the demand side, preparations for the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节) coupled with low market inventory have further boosted the periodic strengthening of prices.
How should this price fluctuation be viewed? "This is a typical cyclical self-correction of agricultural products and should be viewed rationally," Zhang Junmin (张军民) stated. Compared with other livestock products, egg prices are relatively stable, generally following a fluctuation pattern of "low points after the Spring Festival (春节) and high points before the Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节)." However, similar rebounds following deep losses also occurred in 2017 and 2020. This round of rising egg prices is likewise a lagging reaction to the decline in farming profit expectations and the subsequent reduction in production capacity during the second half of last year.
He believes that the current egg price is comparable to the same period in 2024 and remains within a normal range, with market supply and demand mechanisms playing a regulatory role. Despite the slight price increase, the impact on household consumer spending is limited. As the market warms up, some farms (households) will extend the culling cycle of layer hens, keeping the overall egg supply stable. Based on the laws of production capacity release, it takes five months from restocking to the peak egg-laying period; it is expected that new capacity will be concentrated and released between late July and August.
At the Beijing Xinfadi Agricultural Product Wholesale Market (北京新发地农产品批发市场), the short-term shortage of goods is being alleviated. "Recently, we have coordinated with major production areas such as Hebei (河北), Shandong (山东), and Henan (河南), adding approximately 200,000 jin of supply daily. We have also implemented a daily price monitoring mechanism to guide purchasers to prepare stocks rationally and avoid centralized hoarding," said Tong Wei (童伟), Minister of the Publicity Department at Xinfadi Market (新发地市场). In Huishan District (惠山区), Wuxi City (无锡市), Jiangsu Province (江苏省), the local government has strengthened the organization of goods, assisting supermarkets in connecting with large-scale farming bases and wholesale markets to ensure sufficient egg supply and help stabilize market prices. In Yinan County (沂南县), Shandong Province (山东省), egg production reached 4,570 tons in the first quarter of this year. As a major county for layer hen farming, the local government has guided farmers to carry out standardized farming, strictly controlled links such as feed and epidemic prevention, and utilized traditional channels and e-commerce live-streaming platforms to transport fresh egg products to various regions.
"In the long run, China's inventory of laying hens remains at a high level. With the addition of new production capacity, there will be ample layer hen capacity from the third and fourth quarters of this year through the first quarter of next year," Zhang Junmin (张军民) cautioned, noting that farming entities also need to make rational decisions to avoid blindly following the trend of expanding production.
Looking ahead, Zhang Junmin (张军民) suggests that, on one hand, the monitoring and early warning mechanism should be improved by regularly releasing leading indicators such as inventory structure and willingness to restock chicks to guide the industry in adjusting production capacity reasonably. On the other hand, enterprises should be guided to accelerate brand building and improve quality standard systems to promote the quality and efficiency of the layer hen industry. In addition, enhancing international product certification capabilities and expanding export channels for poultry eggs and processed products is also an important supplementary path to absorb some production capacity and stabilize industry returns.
Return to TopHaikou (海口), June 10 (Reporter Cao Wenxuan (曹文轩)) — Recently, the Department of Commerce of Hainan Province (海南省商务厅) and the Hainan Big Data Development Center (海南省大数据发展中心), relying on the "Haiyiban" (海易办) platform, launched a dedicated zone for customs closure operations. This zone extends core customs clearance services, such as "second-tier island-exit verification list declaration," from desktop to mobile, creating a "palm-sized customs clearance" service and achieving "smooth customs clearance with one mobile phone."
Corporate users can log in to the Haiyiban (海易办) app using their corporate accounts to handle relevant business. The operation process is 简单便捷 (jiǎn dān biàn jié - "simple and convenient," describing something that is easy to use and efficient): First, switch to the corporate channel in the upper right corner of the screen; second, click the "Free Trade Port" (自贸港) icon bar located in the center at the bottom of the screen; third, click the International Trade Single Window (国际贸易单一窗口) application to enter the customs closure operations zone and handle "second-tier port" (二线口岸) customs clearance business.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李心萍
For many university graduates, renting an apartment is the first lesson in independent living. What are the key considerations during the three critical stages of finding a property, signing a contract, and moving out? How can one rent with peace of mind and live with a sense of security? How is the responsibility for property damage divided?
### Finding a Property
**Formal platforms, on-site inspections**
When it comes to renting, finding a property is the first step.
"It is recommended that university graduates prioritize formal housing rental service platforms," explains Yu Yangchun (于阳春), a lawyer at Beijing Huatai Law Firm (北京市华泰律师事务所). Formal platforms offer relatively better safeguards regarding property verification, contract standardization, and dispute resolution, which can effectively reduce subsequent risks.
In addition to intermediary platforms, some universities have specialized cooperative or referral channels, and some residential property management companies have rental information from homeowners. They are familiar with the properties in their own communities and have an advantage in resolving housing issues.
If choosing to rent directly from an individual, one should focus on property rights. "Graduates should focus on whether the lessor is the actual homeowner and whether there are any property rights disputes to avoid future risks," says Yu Yangchun (于阳春). It is recommended that graduates must review the property ownership certificate (房产证), written authorization materials, and, if necessary, visit the neighborhood committee (居委会), property management office, or neighbors to verify.
Furthermore, during the property selection stage, the following matters need attention:
First, the true condition of the property. There may be discrepancies between online photos and the actual property; graduates must conduct on-site inspections. If the lessor refuses an inspection on the grounds that "a relative or the previous tenant is living there and will move out immediately after signing," one must be highly vigilant to avoid disputes such as the occupant refusing to move out after the contract is signed. Additionally, descriptions of the property's location, such as "near the subway station," also require on-site verification.
Second, be wary of abnormally low-priced listings. Yu Yangchun (于阳春) notes that rental prices significantly lower than other properties in the same community without a legitimate reason often hide traps.
Third, be wary of "rental loan" scams disguised as "installment discounts." Any installment service that requires taking out a loan must be approached with caution. At the same time, graduates should try to avoid paying long-term rent in a lump sum.
What should one focus on during an on-site inspection?
Regarding hardware, one should focus on checking whether the water, electricity, kitchen, bathroom, appliances, doors, windows, and walls are damaged, leaking, or prone to power trips.
Regarding the living environment, one should test the lighting and sound insulation, and check the hallway security, surrounding noise, and fire safety facilities.
Regarding supporting facilities, one should confirm the payment status of property management fees, internet fees, and parking fees, and agree on them one by one.
"Additionally, it is necessary to check for odors, mold, or pest infestations, and to troubleshoot electrical safety issues," says Huang Hui (黄卉), an industry rental analyst. For newly renovated properties, one can request an environmental inspection report. It is also best to record the entire inspection on video to retain evidence and avoid future disputes.
### Signing a Contract
**Review clause by clause, confirm details**
When signing a contract, graduates should keep one principle in mind: do not pay a single cent until you have met the real landlord and seen the real property.
First, ensure the property has legal rental rights.
Graduates can request to review the landlord's property ownership certificate (房产证), ID card, and written authorization materials. They also need to know if the property is under seizure or freeze orders and whether that affects the lease.
"If the lessor is a 'sub-lessor' (二房东), one must check the subletting authorization in the original lease contract to confirm that the landlord allows subletting and that the lease term has not expired," advises Yu Yangchun (于阳春). It is best for the original landlord, the sub-lessor, and the tenant to communicate and confirm in person, clarifying the handover method for rent and deposits. If conditions permit, it is recommended to sign a new contract directly with the landlord.
Second, ensure that details are clearly agreed upon.
When signing a contract, it is recommended to use a standard lease template, focusing on conditions for deposit refunds, penalty standards, and move-out rules. Content outside the standard template can be clarified through supplementary agreements.
"When signing a contract, be sure to ensure all agreements are put in writing; otherwise, they lack legal validity," says Yu Yangchun (于阳春). "Refuse to sign blank contracts; fill in all terms completely before signing."
If graduates choose to share an apartment, they should focus on the allocation and payment cycles for rent, utilities, internet, and property management fees. At the same time, rules regarding schedules, hygiene, visitors, pets, and the use of common areas can be agreed upon.
"It is recommended that graduates confirm the identity of roommates and clarify how remaining costs and subletting responsibilities will be divided if someone moves out mid-term," suggests Yu Yangchun (于阳春).
### Moving Out
**Reasonable and evidence-based, protect your rights**
During the rental period, if property damage occurs, how is the maintenance responsibility divided?
"Unless otherwise agreed upon by the parties, the landlord has a legal obligation to ensure the rented property and its auxiliary facilities meet living requirements. Maintenance costs resulting from the quality of the property itself or natural wear and tear are usually borne by the landlord," explains Yu Yangchun (于阳春). Examples include wall cracks, roof leaks, wall seepage, water or power outages caused by aging pipes or wiring, and natural malfunctions of appliances or furniture due to age or normal use, which are generally the landlord's responsibility to repair.
As the actual user, the tenant must properly maintain the property and its facilities. Maintenance costs arising from the tenant's own fault or daily habits must be borne by the tenant. Examples include furniture deformation caused by rough use, flooding caused by forgetting to turn off a faucet, or irreversible damage caused by unauthorized drilling or dismantling.
If a dispute arises, it is recommended that the tenant document the time and location of the damage using video or photos with specific dates and times. Send these to the landlord via WeChat or SMS, and demand the landlord fulfill their obligations based on the contract. If negotiations fail, one can file a complaint for mediation with the neighborhood committee (居委会), sub-district office (街道办), or housing and construction department. If mediation fails, one can file a small claims lawsuit in court.
When moving out, how should one discern common deduction excuses from landlords?
Yu Yangchun (于阳春) explains that reasonable deduction grounds mainly include: penalties for the tenant overstaying or delaying rent, unpaid utility or internet bills and resulting losses, cleaning fees for properties left in extremely poor sanitary conditions, property damage caused by the tenant, and depreciation of the property due to improper or illegal behavior.
Some landlords claim compensation for damage based on natural aging or normal wear and tear; some claim items are missing but cannot provide valid evidence; some still demand cleaning or painting fees for clean properties; and others deduct deposits based on minor dust or normal wall wear. Regarding this, Huang Hui (黄卉) suggests that tenants should do the following: first, take photos and videos of the entire property upon moving out, have both parties verify the items, settle the fees, and sign off; second, if a dispute occurs, negotiate amicably first, present the contract and evidence, and demand a full refund of the deposit. If negotiation fails, seek mediation from property management or the community. If mediation is ineffective, one can file a complaint via the 12345 government service hotline or pursue legal channels.
Renting concerns living safety and personal interests. From choosing formal channels and conducting detailed on-site inspections to reviewing contracts clause by clause, retaining evidence throughout the process, and protecting rights with reason and evidence when moving out, every step requires one to keep their eyes open. It is hoped that every young person striving for their future can rent a property that is worry-free, secure, and comfortable, achieving the goal of 安居乐业 (ān jū lè yè - "settle down, happy work," to live in peace and work happily).
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Wang Haonan (王昊男)) — The fourth plenary meeting of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) Transport Coordination Special Working Group was held in Beijing (北京) on the 10th. Reporters learned that there are currently 43 cross-border bus routes operating between the three regions, with an average daily passenger volume of approximately 210,000. This year, Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北) will carry out digital transformation and upgrades of highway infrastructure on the Beijing-Harbin Expressway (京哈高速), the Beijing-Hong Kong-Macao Expressway (京港澳高速), and others. They will implement projects such as smart service areas and road network operation monitoring and early warning systems, while relying on the Beijing-Shanghai Expressway (京沪高速) to jointly create a zero-carbon highway transport corridor.
This year marks the beginning of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五). The three regions will comprehensively implement the Spatial Coordination Plan for the Modern Capital Metropolitan Area (2023—2035) (现代化首都都市圈空间协同规划（2023—2035年）), fully advance the integrated transport system of the Capital Metropolitan Area (首都都市圈), and comprehensively improve transport convenience within the Capital Metropolitan Area (首都都市圈) commuter circle.
Beijing Municipality (北京市) will focus on promoting the completion and operation of the Beijing-Xiong'an Express Line (京雄快线), Rail Transit Line 22 (Hongmiao (红庙) — Pinggu (平谷)), and the westward extension of the Suburban Railway City Sub-Center Line (市郊铁路城市副中心线). It will accelerate the construction of projects such as the westward extension of the Beijing-Qinhuangdao Expressway (京秦高速) and the third phase of the Beijing-Miyun Expressway (京密高速). At the same time, it will accelerate the construction of smart transport hubs that integrate stations with cities and industries, such as the Lize City Terminal (丽泽城市航站楼) and the Huoying Comprehensive Transport Hub (霍营综合交通枢纽), and promote the construction of "Dual-Smart" (双智) City 4.0 to empower transport capacity expansion and efficiency through intelligence.
Tianjin Municipality (天津市) will continue to consolidate the achievements of building the "Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) on Rails," make all-out efforts to tackle the construction of the Beijing-Binhai Intercity Railway (京滨城际) section from Beichen (北辰) to Binhai New Area (滨海新区), realize rapid connectivity between Beijing (北京) and Binhai New Area (滨海新区), and further perfect the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) "one-hour transport circle." It will push for the early completion and opening of the Tianjin-Weifang High-Speed Railway (津潍高铁) to further strengthen transport links between the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei (京津冀) region and the Shandong Peninsula Urban Agglomeration (山东半岛城市群). It will accelerate the construction of key highway projects, speed up the renovation and expansion of the Xingang Expressway (兴港高速) and the Beijing-Tianjin-Tanggu Expressway (京津塘高速), improve port collection and distribution efficiency, and optimize the transport layout of the port city. It will orderly advance the implementation of the G95 Capital Region Ring Expressway (G95首都地区环线高速) and steadily advance the preliminary work for the Binhai-Tangshan Expressway (滨唐高速).
Hebei Province (河北省) will continue to improve the external backbone road network of the Xiong'an New Area (雄安新区), fully complete two projects including the second phase of the Beijing-Xiong'an Expressway (京雄高速) and the S603, start construction on three projects including the second phase of the Rongcheng-Wuhai New Line Expressway (荣乌新线高速), and accelerate preliminary work on five projects including the second phase of the Beijing-Dezhou Expressway (京德高速) and the G106. It will continue to densify the trunk highway network connecting Beijing (北京), Tianjin (天津), and Hebei (河北), accelerate the construction of two projects including the renovation and expansion of the Langfang-Zhuozhou Expressway (廊涿高速) and the G228 Cangzhou (沧州) section, start construction on six projects including the second phase of the Tangshan-Langfang Expressway (唐廊高速) and the renovation and expansion of the Tangshan-Tianjin Expressway (唐津高速), and advance preliminary work on projects such as the renovation and expansion of the Beijing-Shanghai (京沪) and Beijing-Taipei (京台) expressways.
Return to TopLhasa (拉萨), June 10 (Reporter Xu Yuyao (徐驭尧)) — The Department of Human Resources and Social Security of the Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区人社厅) and five other departments recently issued the "Notice on Implementing an Employment Reporting System for Internet Platform Enterprises and Express Delivery Enterprises Across the Region" (关于在全区互联网平台企业、快递企业实施用工报告制度的通知) to promote the protection of the rights and interests of new employment groups.
Enterprises engaged in internet platform businesses in Tibet (西藏), such as ride-hailing, food delivery, intra-city freight, and express logistics, as well as their franchisees, outsourcing service providers, and labor dispatch companies, are all required to report employment information in accordance with regulations. The regulation clarifies the reporting entities and responsibilities, content and standards, as well as the reporting process and timeline. It incorporates the implementation status of basic rights and interests that are of common concern to new employment groups—such as labor remuneration, social insurance, and rest and leave—into the reporting content, covering 11 key areas.
Relying on the employment reporting data, the Department of Human Resources and Social Security of the Tibet Autonomous Region (西藏自治区人社厅) will regularly conduct analyses of the employment situation for new employment groups. This includes assessing the scale of employment, the status of rights protection, and potential risks and hidden dangers. These analyses will be compiled into reports, and "Employment Health Checkup Diagnostic Reports" (用工体检诊断书) will be issued to the employing entities. At the same time, Tibet (西藏) will use the employment reporting data and the "Employment Health Checkup Diagnostic Reports" (用工体检诊断书) as a vital basis for carrying out "Centralized Collective Bargaining Initiatives" (集中要约行动), labor security inspections, and specialized services for rights protection. By incorporating these into the scope of daily supervision, the region aims to ensure that the situation is not 滴水不漏 (dī shuǐ bù lòu - "not a drop of water leaks," describing a situation that is perfectly airtight and leaves no room for error), thereby forming a full-chain, closed-loop regulatory mechanism.
Return to TopThe Yangtze River Golden Waterway (长江黄金水道) is a vital pillar for the development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt (长江经济带), with the Three Gorges-Gezhouba Hub (三峡—葛洲坝枢纽) serving as a critical node for the development of Yangtze River shipping. On June 8, 2026, the Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程) officially commenced construction. Following the Three Gorges Project (三峡工程), this is the largest comprehensive project on the main line of the Yangtze River (长江) that integrates functions including water conservancy, shipping, and ecology.
Technological Breakthroughs: Creating a Model for Shipping Engineering
The Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程) consists of the Three Gorges Hub New Channel (三峡枢纽新通道) and the Gezhouba Hub Shipping Capacity Expansion (葛洲坝航运扩能), dedicated to demonstrating the core strength of shipping engineering through technological innovation.
Based on the existing two-line ship locks and ship lifts, the Three Gorges Hub New Channel (三峡枢纽新通道) involves deep excavation into the mountain on the left bank (facing downstream) of the Three Gorges Hub (三峡枢纽) to build two new parallel ship locks. The upstream entrance is located at Taipingxi Port Terminal (太平溪港码头), and the downstream exit is near Daxiangxi (大象溪). The total length of the route is approximately 6,680 meters, with the main construction content including the main body of the new ship locks and the upstream and downstream approach channels. Once completed, the Three Gorges Hub (三峡枢纽) will form a four-line ship lock layout, with a total throughput capacity reaching 336 million tons.
The Gezhouba Hub (葛洲坝枢纽) is simultaneously implementing shipping capacity expansion, with the main construction content involving the demolition of the No. 3 ship lock, the construction of two new single-stage ship locks facing downstream, and the expansion and excavation of existing upstream and downstream approach channels. Once completed, it will form a four-line ship lock layout with a total throughput capacity reaching 360 million tons.
The project will build a digital-intelligent system covering intelligent construction, smart sites, intelligent operation and maintenance, and navigation scheduling. It aims to realize "virtual pre-construction, real-scene comparison, and intelligent error correction," opening up the data chain for all construction elements and shifting from passive emergency repairs to predictive maintenance. It is committed to setting a new global standard for the intelligent management of inland river shipping hubs and becoming a benchmark for the digital-intelligent transformation of shipping engineering.
Accumulating Momentum: Serving Regional Coordinated Development
When water transport flourishes, the economy flourishes. The Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程) helps reshape the industrial linkage pattern between the eastern and western regions, injecting strong momentum into regional coordinated development.
The Yangtze River's (长江) freight volume consistently ranks first among the world's inland rivers, handling over 85% of the iron ore, thermal coal, and foreign trade cargo along the river. After the completion of the Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程), the comprehensive benefits—such as the use of larger vessels, reduced waiting times at locks, and the substitution of road transport—will be significantly enhanced. Annual logistics cost savings are expected to exceed 15.5 billion yuan, helping to unleash the potential of domestic demand.
Once completed, 10,000-ton class vessels will be able to travel directly from Shanghai (上海) to Chongqing (重庆), which will powerfully promote the construction of the Chengdu-Chongqing Economic Circle (成渝地区双城经济圈), the development of the Yangtze River Midstream Urban Agglomeration (长江中游城市群), and the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta (长三角). With the upstream Yangtze River (长江上游) east-bound freight channel accounting for over 50% of traffic, the new channel will facilitate the efficient circulation of bulk materials, promote the transformation and upgrading of industrial structures, and form a development pattern where the upper, middle, and lower reaches of the Yangtze River (长江) complement each other's strengths and interact collaboratively.
The peak period of project construction is expected to create over 20,000 jobs, and the operational phase will attract the clustering of industries such as port-side manufacturing, modern logistics, and new energy, creating long-term stable employment positions. At the same time, it will fully guarantee the transportation of key livelihood materials such as coal, refined oil, and grain, consolidating the national energy and food security defense line, serving the construction of a new development pattern, and strengthening the transportation guarantee for common prosperity.
Ecological Protection: Painting a Harmonious Green Picture
The Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程) will adhere to the philosophy of "ecological priority, green development," coordinating the construction of shipping channels and ecological corridors, allowing green development and the ecological protection of the Yangtze River (长江) to resonate at the same frequency and **相得益彰** (xiāng dé yì zhāng - "mutually add to each other's glory," to bring out the best in each other).
The project has formulated high-standard soil and water conservation plans to achieve the reduction and resource utilization of waste residue. During construction, processes such as water transport of materials, fully enclosed wet operations, dust suppression by spraying, and vibration and noise reduction are adopted to strictly control dust and noise pollution, striving to minimize the impact of construction on the surrounding environment.
The project implements a priority passage policy for new energy vessels, builds shore-power experimental zones, promotes the use of larger, standardized, and greener vessels, and assists in the "road-to-water" shift for bulk materials and energy conservation and carbon reduction. This provides strong support for achieving "dual carbon" goals and building a Beautiful China (美丽中国).
With the clear waters of the river flowing eastward, the ten-thousand-mile waterway remains unobstructed. The construction of the Three Gorges New Waterway Project (三峡水运新通道工程) will utilize the comprehensive efficacy of technological empowerment, economic efficiency, ecological protection, and strategic support to help clear the key nodes of Yangtze River (长江) shipping, activate the brand-new momentum of the Golden Waterway (黄金水道), and inject strong impetus into the high-quality development of the Yangtze River Economic Belt (长江经济带) and the construction of Chinese-style modernization (中国式现代化).
Data Source: Ministry of Water Resources (水利部)
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Return to TopBy: 本报记者 赵婀娜 金正波 闫伊乔 胡笑源
This year marks the beginning of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五). The outline of the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) proposes to "deepen the systematic transformation of mainstream media, promote the integrated management of news publicity and online public opinion, and improve the guidance capability of mainstream public opinion." Facing the profound evolution of the public opinion ecosystem, media landscape, and communication environment, only by embracing innovation can one **积优成势** (jī yōu chéng shì - "accumulate excellence to form momentum," to build up superior advantages through continuous improvement).
On May 26, the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum (2026媒体融合发展论坛) was held in Wuhan (武汉), Hubei Province (湖北省). This forum was hosted by the People's Daily (人民日报社) with the theme "Systematic Transformation: Towards Innovation and Excellence." In addition to the opening ceremony, the forum featured two parallel sub-forums: "New Kinetic Energy for Convergence: Content Innovation and Ecosystem Reconstruction" and "New Digital Intelligence Landscape: Technology Empowerment and Future Scenarios," along with a series of activities such as the magic drama "AI Meets Yellow Crane Tower" (AI上黄鹤楼).
Attendees stated that it is essential to deeply implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important discourse on promoting media convergence and development. By continuously advancing mechanism innovation, expression renewal, and technological reform, and taking the deepening of systematic transformation as the driving force, the media must strive for excellence in content production, user experience, communication efficiency, and talent cultivation, thereby making new and greater contributions to consolidating and strengthening the mainstream ideology and public opinion of the new era.
Seizing Opportunities and Deepening Transformation with a Strong Sense of Mission
Deepening the systematic transformation of mainstream media is an important political task assigned to mainstream media by the Party Central Committee (党中央), and it is also a major contemporary issue that mainstream media must address.
"We keep in mind the earnest instructions of General Secretary Xi Jinping (习近平), take the deepening of systematic transformation as the driving force, build a strong all-media production and communication system led by the People's Daily (人民日报), and promote the high-quality development of the newspaper's cause towards innovation and excellence," said Chen Jianwen (陈建文), Editor-in-Chief of the People's Daily (人民日报社). He noted the need to continuously advance mechanism innovation to fully stimulate productivity through efficient collaboration; continuously advance expression renewal to fully advance into the main battlefield through discourse transformation; and continuously advance technological innovation to empower the entire chain of news gathering and editing through intelligent upgrades.
The acceleration of communication scenarios calls for a profound transformation in production methods. The People's Daily (人民日报社) has established a special task force for major political reporting to forge an elite team; it has innovatively launched integrated media columns such as "The General Secretary's Concerns: Echoes on the Ground" (总书记的关切·落地的回响) and "Time Collection" (拾光纪), and successfully managed brand columns like "Micro-Lens" (微镜头) and "Micro-Observation" (微观察), forming an all-media matrix that showcases the leader's image and highlights the power of thought. At the same time, more than 10 special coordination mechanisms have been established to make efficient collaboration the norm for the entire organization.
Adapting to the general trend of convergence and accelerating the pace of innovation, Ju Zhaohui (琚朝晖), Member of the Standing Committee of the Hubei Provincial Party Committee (湖北省委常委) and Head of the Publicity Department (宣传部部长), stated that Hubei (湖北) is actively responding to the mobilization order of the Party Central Committee (党中央) regarding the systematic transformation of mainstream media. By classifying and categorizing according to local conditions, the province is exploring innovative paths for systematic transformation. An all-media fleet spanning the provincial, municipal, and county levels in Hubei (湖北) is gradually taking shape, the all-media communication matrix is constantly being optimized, and the national influence of new media brands such as Jimu News (极目新闻) and Changjiang Cloud News (长江云新闻) is rapidly rising, providing strong public opinion support for Hubei (湖北) to accelerate its construction as an important strategic fulcrum for the rise of the central region.
"The All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会) insists on leading business with business and promoting reform with reform, uniting and leading mainstream media to continuously deepen systematic transformation, and pushing the main force to fully advance into the main battlefield," said Tian Junrong (田俊荣), member of the Party Leadership Group and Secretary of the Secretariat of the All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会). Under the guidance of the Publicity Department of the CPC Central Committee (中宣部), the All-China Journalists Association (中国记协) actively adapts to the new situation of the internet era, pays active attention to new communication forms and innovative practices emerging in systematic transformation, scientifically optimizes the award categories of the China News Award (中国新闻奖), and promotes the concentration of excellent works, professional talent, and news resources toward the main internet battlefield and mobile platforms.
Cultivating a group of all-media talents with strong political integrity and high capabilities is an important guarantee for promoting the in-depth development of media convergence. Zhu Kongjun (朱孔军), Party Secretary of Wuhan University (武汉大学), introduced that in recent years, the School of Journalism and Communication at Wuhan University (武汉大学) has closely followed the industry's digital and intelligent development needs. They have established new undergraduate experimental classes in international communication and intelligent communication, deepened school-media collaboration and joint construction mechanisms between departments and universities, and focused on cultivating a group of all-media talents who possess strong political literacy, solid theoretical foundations, cutting-edge digital intelligence thinking, and frontline practical skills, achieving precise alignment between university education outcomes and industry needs.
Digital Intelligence Empowerment: Building a New Ecosystem for All-Media Communication
As the tide of the all-media era surges forward and intelligent communication technology accelerates its iteration, how can mainstream media take the initiative to break the deadlock and forge new advantages for future competition?
Currently, the demand for data in the field of artificial intelligence has expanded from basic corpora to high-quality datasets. At the forum, People.cn (人民网) officially released the "Media Corpus Service Platform" (媒体语料服务平台), providing one-stop corpus service solutions for the media industry.
Since 2023, the People's Daily (人民日报社) has begun building a "Mainstream Value Corpus" (主流价值语料库). To date, the "Mainstream Value Corpus" (主流价值语料库) has selected and stored more than 96 million basic corpus entries and over 800,000 question-and-answer pairs, and has been promoted and applied by a number of mainstream large-model manufacturers, verifying its practical effectiveness.
Ye Zhenzhen (叶蓁蓁), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of the People's Daily (人民日报社), introduced: "After experiencing the PC internet and the mobile internet, human society has entered the stage of the intelligent internet. Mainstream media are not just empowered by artificial intelligence, but are active embracers and value leaders of artificial intelligence; mainstream media and artificial intelligence will 'mutually empower' each other."
Xu Yuchang (徐玉长), member of the Party Leadership Group and Secretary-General of Xinhua News Agency (新华社), stated that Xinhua News Agency (新华社) always takes General Secretary Xi Jinping's (习近平) important discourse on news and public opinion work as the ideological source and action guide for promoting systematic transformation. They adhere to ideological empowerment, technological empowerment, research empowerment, and mechanism sustainability, actively exploring transformation paths that fit the characteristics of a news agency and reflect its laws. They have launched more than 220 digital intelligence tools, hold more than 90 technical patents, and launched the "Xinhua International Communication Index" (新华国际传播指数), creating a "Beidou Navigation" (北斗导航) for international communication capacity building, and accelerating the construction of an international first-class new all-media institution through systematic transformation.
From the World Humanoid Robot Games to the "WuBOT" on the Spring Festival Gala (春晚), a series of futuristic activities and programs have amazed overseas audiences. Meanwhile, "Opening the Phone to Watch the News Broadcast" (打开手机看联播) has become a new habit for young audiences. In recent years, China Media Group (中央广播电视总台) has launched a series of "blockbuster" products, repeatedly achieving "circle-breaking" (破圈) communication.
"CMG (中央广播电视总台) will further deeply integrate new technologies such as AI into the entire chain of planning, gathering, editing, and broadcasting, making artificial intelligence an 'amplifier' for mainstream value communication, so that the voice of mainstream media will not only be absent in the intelligent era but can also lead trends and define standards," said Ma Shupin (马书平), a member of the editorial board of China Media Group (中央广播电视总台).
"The acceleration of artificial intelligence technology iteration brings a brand-new opportunity for the digital intelligence transformation of mainstream media systematic transformation." Cao Lubao (曹路宝), Member of the Standing Committee of the Jilin Provincial Party Committee (吉林省委常委) and Head of the Publicity Department (宣传部部长), introduced that Jilin (吉林) is fully promoting the construction of a province-wide media asset library, building a unified, standardized, and interconnected provincial news big data system. They have formed a provincial-level international communication center, with all municipal-level convergence media units establishing specialized external communication forces, and have established a production and communication organization mechanism that is coordinated across the province, internally and externally, and linked in communication, promoting both internal and external publicity to exert force and empower each other.
Deepening Content: Creating More Excellent News Works
Facing the all-around test brought by the systematic transformation of mainstream media, the attending guests believe that content is always the foundation, and convergence development must adhere to "content is king," winning development advantages with content advantages.
"Rather than being troubled by technical anxiety, traffic worries, and skill panic, it is better to go to the frontline of the news scene to find answers." Wu Li (武力), a member of the editorial board of Guangming Daily (光明日报社), introduced that Guangming Daily (光明日报) examines the duties and missions of mainstream media from the perspective of the overall situation of national development, the general trend of social transition, and the construction of a culturally strong nation. They reshape the responsibilities of the Party newspaper with the concept of a "Grand News View" (大新闻观), recreate communication brands, and temper their style and skills. Young reporters take the initiative to volunteer to be stationed on the front lines for research and interviews, creating a batch of excellent news works that are "covered in mud, carry dew, and steam with heat" (沾泥土、带露珠、冒热气), and personally promoting the systematic transformation of mainstream media to go deeper and more solid.
Yu Lan (俞岚), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China News Service (中国新闻社) and President of China News Network (中国新闻网), stated that one must accurately understand the requirements of the era for systematic transformation, always adhere to the dialectical unity of "content is king" and "innovation is key," and firmly grasp the ideological guidance and value persistence of content construction. In recent years, China News Service (中国新闻社) has established cross-platform integrated media studios such as "Xi Yan Dao" (习言道) and "Sanlihe" (三里河), allowing high-quality content to grow beyond its original circles. At the same time, they promote the systematic adaptation of technological innovation and value shaping, making the sublimation of "technique" (术) and the transmission of "truth/way" (道) complement each other, pushing mainstream values to master "algorithms" and reach people's hearts.
The "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) outline proposes to "enhance the international communication capacity of mainstream media." At the opening ceremony of the forum, the international communication project "Out of the Circle! China" (出圈了！中国), jointly produced by the International Department of the People's Daily (人民日报社国际部), the New Media Center (新媒体中心), and People's Daily Culture and Media Co., Ltd. (人民日报文化传媒有限公司), was officially launched. Through four heartwarming stories—the warmth of public welfare, the fireworks of the city, the experience of culture and tourism, and the resonance of childhood innocence—it shows the world a real, three-dimensional, and comprehensive China.
"To make international communication have both warmth and effectiveness, one must use major achievements and vivid practices to explain theories in a solid and new way, and use small stories and small entry points to explain theories in a lively and thorough way." Zhu Baoxia (朱宝霞), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Daily (中国日报社), believes that mainstream media should take the in-depth promotion of systematic transformation as the driving force, connect content advantages, technical advantages, and service advantages, innovate communication carriers and methods, enhance communication efficiency, and make new contributions to enhancing the communication power and influence of Chinese civilization and promoting exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations.
The iteration of artificial intelligence technology brings all-around and deep-level transformation challenges to the work of mainstream media, and also puts forward brand-new requirements for media talent cultivation. Qi Dongxiang (齐东向), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Economic Daily (经济日报社), said that media professionals in the new era should be communicators who have a stance, understand technology, and are good at innovation. It is necessary to face the industry transformation and talent needs directly, cultivate talent through multiple measures, and forge a team of young news talents who are capable of taking on heavy responsibilities, so as to accumulate momentum and empower the deepening of media systematic transformation.
Accumulating Excellence to Form Momentum: Improving the Guidance Capability of Mainstream Public Opinion
True communication power must achieve an organic unity of positive energy, high quality, and large traffic. The attending guests believe that it is necessary to build a work mechanism and evaluation system that adapts to all-media production and communication, and to promote the systematic transformation of mainstream media from breaking the ice to tackling the deep-water areas.
"The systematic transformation of mainstream media has entered a deep-water zone; if the ice of the institutional mechanism is not broken, convergence development will be difficult to move forward." Lu Yongzheng (卢雍政), Member of the Standing Committee of the Guizhou Provincial Party Committee (贵州省委常委) and Head of the Publicity Department (宣传部部长), introduced that Guizhou (贵州) is coordinately promoting the "Triple Reform" (三重奏改革) of the reform of provincial state-owned cultural enterprises, the linkage reform of news public institutions and state-owned cultural enterprises, and the systematic transformation of mainstream media, unswervingly promoting the "slimming down and quality improvement" of mainstream media, and striving to build an institutional mechanism that is flat, efficient, and adapts to all-media competition. With the determination of "a warrior cutting off his wrist" (壮士断腕), they are promoting the iterative rebirth of mainstream media in the systematic reshaping of cognition, system, platform, orientation, and team.
Moving towards "innovation" and advancing towards "convergence." Shuang Chuanxue (双传学), Party Secretary and President of Xinhua Daily (新华日报社) and Chairman of Xinhua Daily Media Group (新华报业传媒集团), said that it is necessary to anchor the goal of effectively balancing boutique production, communication operation, and business expansion, and persist in exerting force in key areas to promote reform in key points and implement it in steps. For example, the group is actively promoting the comprehensive integration of the "Jiaohuidian" (交汇点) big platform with China Jiangsu Net (中国江苏网), and optimizing the integration with Xinhua Daily (新华日报), so that media forms, business formats, and development quality are renewed and upgraded; they are also strengthening resource integration in subdivided fields, and refining vertical clients such as finance, health, and rule of law.
As the internet wave surges, how can mainstream media create an integrated media vanguard with "internet temperament"? Cai Chuanxiong (蔡传雄), Party Secretary, President, and Chairman of Changjiang Daily (长江日报社) (Changbao Media Group - 长报传媒集团), introduced that Jiupai News (九派新闻) under Changjiang Daily (长江日报) was "born for the net," using "internet genes" to reconstruct resource allocation; upholding "influence first," using "internet laws" to reshape the communication system; and firmly adhering to "content is king," using "internet traits" to regain the main battlefield of public opinion, creating new media with internet temperament.
In the summer, the "River City" (江城 - Wuhan) is full of vitality. Wuhan (武汉) is promoting urban renewal with reform and innovation methods, promoting scientific and technological innovation with unswerving determination, promoting industrial renewal with three-line parallel measures, and promoting governance innovation with the concept of systematic integration. Sheng Yuechun (盛阅春), Member of the Standing Committee of the Hubei Provincial Party Committee (湖北省委常委) and Secretary of the Wuhan Municipal Party Committee (武汉市委书记), stated that they will further deepen exchanges and cooperation with mainstream media, jointly promote media convergence and systematic transformation towards innovation and excellence, tell the story of the reform and development of the hero city well, and provide an endless source of spiritual power for the high-quality development of Wuhan (武汉).
"A hundred boats are racing, and one must move forward with determination" (百舸争流，笃行致远 - "hundred boats compete, move forward with determination," to describe a situation of intense competition where one must work hard to succeed). We look forward to jointly writing a new chapter in media convergence, making positive energy stronger and the main melody more resonant!
Return to TopWuhan (武汉) Report (Yan Yiqiao (闫伊乔), Wei Yanxing (韦衍行)) — China's first AI (Artificial Intelligence) magic drama, "AI Meets Yellow Crane Tower" (AI上黄鹤楼), recently premiered at the People's Daily (人民网) Dream Realm AI Exhibition Center (梦幻灵境AI展演中心) in Wuhan (武汉). The production, co-created by People's Daily (人民网) and the Hubei Magicians Association (湖北省魔术师协会), uses technology as its brush, magic as its medium, and poetic charm as its soul. Through an innovative "technology + culture + magic" trinity, it deeply integrates AI technology with the cultural heritage of Jingchu (荆楚), portraying a poetic dialogue between the "Poet Immortal" Li Bai (李白) and the poet Cui Hao (崔颢). The performance presents a cultural feast and sensory journey spanning a millennium, reinterpreting the sincere sentiment of the Yellow Crane Tower (黄鹤楼) that "as long as the poetry remains, the tower endures."
"AI Meets Yellow Crane Tower" (AI上黄鹤楼) deeply integrates the national-level intangible cultural heritage "Ancient Colorful Magic" (古彩戏法) and the Hongshan District (洪山区) level intangible cultural heritage "Great River Illusion" (大江幻术) with AI technology. Magic is not merely a display of skill here, but a driver of the plot, allowing traditional intangible cultural heritage to shine with new life on the contemporary stage. Within the 270-degree holographic surround theater, AI modeling and 4K ultra-high-definition holographic projections unfold a panoramic scroll of the Yellow Crane Tower (黄鹤楼), achieving a three-dimensional interaction between "historical figures, actors, and scenes." The deep fusion of digital scenes and live performances presents audiences with both the bustling, neon-lit modern Wuhan (武汉) and the misty, merchant-filled Jiangxia (江夏) of the prosperous Tang Dynasty (盛唐). Hangzhou Scent Kingdom Technology Co., Ltd. (杭州气味王国科技有限公司) also created a unique olfactory scheme for the drama. During the performance, audiences wearing exclusive devices can smell the scents of Wuhan (武汉) specialties such as crayfish and hot dry noodles. The clever integration of digital scents constructs a unique, three-dimensional immersive experience of sight, sound, and smell.
As the first domestic AI immersive interactive experience brand created by People's Daily (人民网), "Dream Realm" (梦幻灵境) is positioned at the intersection of "technology, education, and entertainment." It integrates AI, holographic interaction, and 270-degree immersive stage technologies to build an innovative platform for cultural dissemination, popular science research, and digital exhibitions. It has currently been established in locations including Wuhan, Hubei (湖北武汉), Nanning, Guangxi (广西南宁), Changchun, Jilin (吉林长春), and Xi'an Jiaotong University (西安交通大学), becoming a new cultural tourism calling card and a new hub for popular science in various regions. The production truly brings the city to life, reflecting the scene of 车水马龙 (chē shuǐ mǎ lóng - "cart water horse dragon," describing heavy traffic and bustling streets).
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Return to TopGathering Strength and Empowering: Driving the Main Force to Fully Advance into the Main Battlefield
Tian Junrong (田俊荣), Member of the Party Leadership Group and Secretary of the Secretariat of the All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会)
The All-China Journalists Association (中华全国新闻工作者协会) has taken the initiative to gather strength and empower in the process of advancing and deepening the systemic transformation of mainstream media. We unite and lead mainstream media to continuously deepen systemic reforms, pushing the main force to fully advance into the main battlefield.
First, using award reform as a guide to optimize the "conductor's baton" for systemic transformation. Under the guidance of the Central Propaganda Department (中宣部), we have structurally and mechanically reshaped the selection process for the China News Award (中国新闻奖) this year, promoting the concentration of excellent works, professional talent, and news resources toward the internet and mobile platforms.
Second, using high-quality content as the foundation to solidify the "ballast stone" for systemic transformation. No matter how technology iterates, the foundation of "content is king" and professionalism remains unshakable. We are fully committed to building a "one network, four accounts" communication matrix, establishing columns such as "Zhong Jiping" (钟记平) and "I Am at the Scene" (我在现场), establishing our standing through professionalism and winning through excellence.
Third, using talent empowerment as support to create a "source of vitality" for systemic transformation. Media transformation hinges on people. We have upgraded the "Journalists' Home" (记者之家) university platform to arm minds with the Party's innovative theories and empower growth through professional skill enhancement. This year, we are focusing on implementing a cultivation plan for influencer journalists in mainstream media.
Fourth, using exchange and mutual learning as an aid to build a "refueling station" for systemic transformation. We have built diverse and interconnected platforms to discover advanced models and strengthen demonstration and guidance. We continue to host the China New Media Conference (中国新媒体大会), building a platform for mutual learning, achievement display, and win-win cooperation, driving deep interaction and collaborative efforts among mainstream media at all levels and types, and pushing systemic transformation to go deeper and become more solid.
(Compiled by our reporter Song Feiyang (宋飞))
Let "Positive Energy" and "High Traffic" Move Toward Each Other
Xu Yuchang (徐玉长), Member of the Party Leadership Group and Secretary-General of Xinhua News Agency (新华社)
Xinhua News Agency (新华社) deeply studies and implements Xi Jinping's (习近平) thought on culture, carries out the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee (党中央) regarding the promotion of systemic transformation of mainstream media, explores transformation paths that fit the characteristics and laws of a news agency, and strives to build a world-class new type of all-media institution.
First, adhere to ideological empowerment to grasp the correct direction of systemic transformation. Adhere to the principle of the Party managing the media, uphold content focus and high-quality standards, let "positive energy" and "high traffic" move toward each other, spread mainstream values, and improve the ability to guide mainstream public opinion.
Second, adhere to technological empowerment to keep pace with the pulse of technological progress. Actively explore practical paths for artificial intelligence to empower news production and dissemination, launch more than 220 digital intelligence tools, hold over 90 technical patents, and formulate more than 10 industry standards for large-model applications in the news industry. Relying on the authoritative corpus of Xinhua News Agency (新华社), we use mainstream values to steer algorithms and develop intelligent agents for political news. We launched the "Xinhua International Communication Index" (新华国际传播指数) to scientifically evaluate the effectiveness of external communication.
Third, adhere to research empowerment to consolidate the core competencies of mainstream media. Investigation and research are the important competitiveness of mainstream media in the era of artificial intelligence. Our editorial team goes deep into the grassroots and conducts solid research, allowing news reports to reach the scene, the truth, the essence, and the hearts of the people directly.
Fourth, adhere to mechanism empowerment to promote the re-engineering of news gathering and editing processes. Adhere to the concept of "mobile-first," build mechanisms for planning, gathering, editing, publishing, and disseminating that are "fast," "good," and "new," strengthen the integrated linkage of multiple departments, and allow news reports to reach target audiences quickly and accurately.
(Compiled by our reporter Sun Longfei (孙龙飞))
Integrating One's Own "Small System" into the "Big Pattern" of Media Convergence
Ma Shuping (马书平), Member of the Editorial Board of China Media Group (中央广播电视总台)
"Even elephants must learn to dance street dance." Systemic transformation is the new iterative path for mainstream media, and it must be done with full effort to achieve real results. China Media Group (中央广播电视总台) unremittingly upholds integrity and innovation, comprehensively promoting the reform and reshaping of systems, mechanisms, content production, platform construction, technological innovation, and industrial layout.
Content with thought, depth, and creativity is always a "rigid demand" in the public opinion field. With internet thinking, the Group further deepens supply-side structural reform, continuously improving content penetration, and a series of viral products have broken through. Programs like "Xi Jinping's Cultural Ties" (习近平的文化情缘) vividly explain the Party's innovative theories; integrated media brands like "Anchors Talk about News Broadcast" (主播说联播) strengthen segmented and youthful communication; the new media live broadcast of "News Broadcast" (新闻联播) has an average annual viewership of nearly 1.4 billion.
Systemic transformation is intended to solve deep-seated institutional and mechanism problems that constrain media innovation and development. The Group is accelerating the construction of new production relations, building a professional talent echelon with clear tiers and reasonable structures, and clearing the bottlenecks and sticking points that restrict innovation and development. Now, "thinking broadly and acting pragmatically" has become a prevailing trend at the Group.
The Group integrates its own "small system" into the "big pattern" of media convergence, innovatively planning futuristic activities such as the World Humanoid Robot Games. The Spring Festival Gala (春晚) program "Wu BOT" stunned overseas audiences, and the first stop of the independent event brand CMG Grassroots Football Invitational (CMG群众足球邀请赛) drove consumption of about 800 million yuan. In the future, the Group will continue to explore and innovate, striving to build a media platform that connects all things and serves the entire region.
(Compiled by our reporter Chen Jingwen (陈静文))
Going Deep into the Grassroots to Solve the Transformation Dilemma
Wu Li (武力), Member of the Editorial Board of Guangming Daily (光明日报社)
During the 2026 Spring Festival holiday, reporters from Guangming Daily (光明日报社) went deep into Xihai'gu (西海固) in Ningxia (宁夏) for interviews, launching a series of down-to-earth text and short video works with a total online viewership exceeding 61 million. This inspires us: faced with the common technical anxiety, traffic troubles, and skill panic in the current systemic transformation of mainstream media, the best answer to breaking the transformation dilemma lies at the grassroots level. How exactly to do it?
First, reshape the responsibilities of the Party newspaper. Abandon the "quantity" of foam and the "speed" of homogenization, and refuse to be "clickbait" (标题党) or "porters." Since 2024, we have normalized long-term tracking reports on "Serving the Motherland and Making Contributions in the West," cumulatively launching over a hundred key reports and more than 80 new media products. Relevant works have entered ideological and political classrooms in more than 20 universities, guiding young people to go to the grassroots and take root in the West, making contributing to the West a new social trend.
Second, recreate high-quality communication brands. Relying on the work carrier of "Great Research, We Are in Action," we cultivate long-term IPs (intellectual property) in key areas. Taking the series of reports on Shenshan Village (神山村) as an example, reporters from the newspaper spent 4 years of tracking interviews to win the first prize of the China News Award (中国新闻奖), and spent more than 3 years searching for relatives for nameless Red Army martyrs, donating to build a revolutionary martyr monument, making the series of reports a landmark communication symbol.
Third, temper the editorial team with a "Grand News View." We persistently practice the "four powers" (四力), encouraging reporters to go deep into the front line. The border-themed reports created by reporters deep in the Taklamakan Desert (塔克拉玛干沙漠) swept the entire internet. Today, young reporters taking the initiative to sink to the grassroots has become a new trend in the newspaper.
(Compiled by Niu Jingcheng (牛菁诚))
Embracing Intelligent Transformation and Cultivating Excellent Editorial Talent
Qi Dongxiang (齐东向), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Economic Daily (经济日报社)
In the era of intelligent media, the pace of news dissemination is faster, forms are more diverse, and the public opinion field is more open. The business models and dissemination methods of traditional media are facing systemic transformation. The transformation of the media industry is imminent, which puts forward brand-new requirements for the talent construction of mainstream media.
Media professionals must break through the business limitations of traditional gathering, writing, editing, and commenting, actively embrace intelligent transformation, and grow into high-quality, composite media talents adapted to the development of the era. Based on the general trend of industry transformation, Economic Daily (经济日报社) focuses on the construction of a new type of mainstream media talent echelon and innovates training models.
Adhere to practical training and backbone leadership. The newspaper fully implements the "reveal the list and take command" mechanism. In major thematic publicity and in-depth research reporting, senior reporters lead teams and absorb young editorial staff to participate extensively, passing on experience and helping them grow in practice, forming a training pattern of backbone demonstration, team tackling, and overall improvement.
Adhere to "horse racing to identify talent" and release vitality. The newspaper establishes a pragmatic orientation, opens personal columns for young reporters with outstanding professionalism, builds a master-apprentice collaboration mechanism, jointly studies and applies intelligent technology to create high-quality integrated media products, and cultivates a group of excellent editorial talents.
Adhere to regular training and updating skills. The newspaper continuously carries out the "Team Building Year" activity, builds the "Economic Classroom" (经济学堂) training platform, and invites industry experts to teach and guide. Through mentor-apprentice systems and cross-departmental rotation exchanges, we help editorial staff update their knowledge systems and fill the shortcomings of intelligent dissemination.
Economic Daily (经济日报社) will continue to deeply cultivate talent team construction, forge a new type of media team with strong politics and high skills, strengthen the momentum of mainstream public opinion, and strive to write a new chapter for the high-quality development of mainstream media in the new era.
(Compiled by People's Daily Online (人民网) reporter Wang Shaoshao (王绍绍))
Extending Communication Reach and Enhancing Cultural Export Capability
Zhu Baoxia (朱宝霞), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China Daily (中国日报社)
At present, mainstream media have achieved remarkable results in deep integration and transformation development. Based on the path of moving toward the new and the excellent, China Daily (中国日报) actively explores enhancing international communication effectiveness in systemic transformation.
Rooted in the practice of Chinese-style modernization, explain Xi Jinping's (习近平) thought on socialism with Chinese characteristics for a new era well. China Daily (中国日报) deeply implements the "Pilot Project" and launches integrated media columns such as "Study Path" (研习路) to explore new paths for ideological communication.
Deepen digital intelligence empowerment and enhance cultural export capability. In 2025, we launched the English Knowledge Base of Chinese Culture, and in 2026, we opened the "Towards China" (向·往中国) integrated media column, fitting the reading habits of overseas audiences and focusing on content such as intangible cultural heritage and food. Adapting to the boom in inbound tourism, we launched an external smart cultural tourism service platform to extend communication reach with services, promoting the deep integration of content advantages, technical advantages, and service advantages.
Focus on the common values of human civilization and create multi-language video products. In 2025, we launched the multi-language documentary "Shuttling Through Life and Death: Exploring the Foundation of Ancient Egyptian Civilization" (穿梭生死：探寻古埃及文明的底座) in Chinese, English, and Arabic, using the perspective of civilization dialogue and immersive experience to convey the value concept of protecting the common spiritual home of humanity to the world.
Integrate diverse visual languages and enrich communication expression. Persist in promoting innovation and breakthroughs in visual presentation, using carriers such as the Huajiang Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥) in Guizhou (贵州) to adopt various forms to intuitively and vividly present the strength of China's infrastructure.
China Daily (中国日报) will continue to take the in-depth promotion of systemic transformation as the guide, focus on "deep integration, digital intelligence drive, and ecological operation," strive to move toward the new and the excellent, and build a major international communication medium with strong guidance, dissemination, and influence.
(Compiled by Tang Xiaorong (唐晓蓉))
Linking Diverse Subjects to Create a Symbiotic and Integrated Ecosystem
Yu Lan (俞岚), Deputy Editor-in-Chief of China News Service (中国新闻社) and President of China News Network (中国新闻网)
Systemic transformation is the proposition of the era currently faced by mainstream media. Systemic transformation is difficult in the word "system," and breaking the problem is inseparable from the word "system." It requires a thorough transformation of the production relations of the media industry to make it compatible with the current development of productive forces.
Moving from "expanding capacity through integration" to "increasing efficiency through integration." China News Service (中国新闻社) uses studio construction as a starting point to leverage supply-side reform of content, establishing cross-platform integrated media studios such as "Xi Yan Dao" (习言道), "Sanlihe" (三里河), and "Yan Xin Tai" (燕新台), allowing high-quality content to break through circles and grow.
Moving from "information distribution" to "relationship cultivation." We are not satisfied with being a "loudspeaker" for information release, but uphold user thinking and are committed to being a "neuron" of social connection, achieving an organic unity of guidance and traffic while achieving precise and effective communication.
Moving from "technological empowerment" to "smart good governance." Technology itself cannot guarantee good works; what is more important is human imagination and innovation ability. China News Service (中国新闻社) builds a smart editorial department, optimizes innovation and entrepreneurship mechanisms, allows planning and creativity to land, makes product innovation valuable, and ensures that young people's entrepreneurial passion is rewarded.
Moving from "resource reorganization" to "ecological reconstruction." The systemic transformation of mainstream media must not only open up the "Ren and Du meridians" (任督二脉 - "Ren and Du meridians," referring to the main energy channels in traditional Chinese medicine; here it means clearing the core obstacles/channels for development) to reorganize resources and elements, but also link diverse subjects to create a symbiotic and integrated communication ecosystem. China News Service (中国新闻社) launched a global content ecological service platform and a global video shooting platform, exploring new paradigms of cooperative communication and regional/national communication. At the same time, it expands functional boundaries and upgrades operation models through "news + government service + business."
(Compiled by Global Times (环球时报) reporter Ni Hongzhang (倪洪章))
Using Data to Activate the Endogenous Power of Media Transformation
Zhou Yong (周勇), Dean of the School of Journalism at Renmin University of China (中国人民大学)
Under the wave of systemic transformation, the original business paradigms of mainstream media are increasingly unable to adapt to the new development situation and market environment, and "information" constitutes the key breakthrough point of transformation.
Under the traditional model, news media often take the provision of news information products as the end point of service. The "newness" of news lies in its extremely strong timeliness; today's news becomes tomorrow's history in an instant, so news is often compared to "fragile goods." But from a diachronic perspective, massive information will eventually settle into data resources containing important value, which can be transformed into data assets through specific processes, thereby creating revenue. At present, driven by new technologies represented by artificial intelligence large models, massive information is spreading rapidly. At the same time, problems such as information distortion and algorithmic black boxes are constantly emerging, and people's demand for high-quality information is unprecedentedly urgent, which provides new development opportunities for mainstream media. Mainstream media are professional information production institutions. It is suggested to continue to focus on data asset development, establish high-quality databases and verification service mechanisms, provide knowledge services, increase information supply capacity, and enhance social service capabilities for diverse application scenarios.
I advocate that media peers actively link up, carry out research on digital asset protection, and promote the construction of data trading platforms and mechanisms. Mainstream media should take the provision of news information products as the starting point of service, integrate high-quality information into high-quality data, use data to activate the endogenous power of media transformation, comprehensively realize the paradigm shift from "information service" to "service with information as a means," and shape a new pattern of mainstream public opinion with new responsibilities and new actions.
(Compiled by China City News (中国城市报) reporter Wang Nan (王楠))
Wuhan, this newspaper (Reporter Ma Fei (马菲)) — At the opening ceremony of the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum (2026媒体融合发展论坛), the international communication project "Out of the Circle! China" (出圈了！中国) was officially launched. The project is jointly produced by the International Department (国际部), the New Media Center (新媒体中心), and the People's Daily Culture and Media Co., Ltd. (人民日报文化传媒有限公司) of the People's Daily (人民日报).
At the launch ceremony, guests from China Southern Power Grid (南方电网), Wuhan Radio and Television Station (武汉广播电视台), Trip.com Group (携程集团), and BabyBus (宝宝巴士) shared their practices and insights on themes such as transnational public welfare, city image promotion, the two-way pursuit of culture and tourism, and the global expansion of children's content. "Out of the Circle! China" (出圈了！中国) focuses on "breakout" stories in fields such as cultural heritage and technological innovation, connecting brilliant moments where Chinese elements have amazed the world. The project will be precisely distributed across global mainstream social platforms and authoritative media outlets to showcase a real, multi-dimensional, and comprehensive China. The project aims to ensure that these stories do not just remain local, but rather 家喻户晓 (jiā yù hù xiǎo - "house known door understood," widely known to every household), effectively enhancing China's international influence.
Return to TopWuhan, this newspaper (People's Daily Online (人民网) reporters Sun Yang (孙阳) and Li Qiaochu (栗翘楚)) — At the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum (2026媒体融合发展论坛), People's Daily Online (人民网) launched the "Media Corpus Service Platform" (媒体语料服务平台), providing a one-stop corpus service solution for the media industry.
This platform was integrated by People's Daily Online (人民网) in collaboration with members of the "Mainstream Value Corpus Ecological Alliance" (主流价值语料生态联盟), leveraging their respective strengths. By partnering with China Telecom (中国电信) Tianyi Cloud (天翼云), it has built a reliable and secure cloud zone to provide a computing foundation for data processing and model training; it integrates intelligent technologies from members such as iFlytek (科大讯飞) and CNKI (同方知网) to provide a lightweight toolchain ranging from data cleaning and annotation to preprocessing; it collaborates with universities and think tanks such as Peking University (北京大学) to jointly explore standards and specifications for media corpus construction; and it joins hands with Jinghua Misuan (荆华密算), which originated from Tsinghua University (清华大学), to ensure the secure circulation of high-quality corpus through confidential computing technology. The platform aims to 集思广益 (jí sī guǎng yì - "gather thoughts broaden benefits," to pool wisdom and absorb useful ideas) to promote the high-quality development of the industry.
Return to TopWuhan, this newspaper (Zhu Hong (朱虹)) — Recently, a new generation of government AI (Artificial Intelligence) all-in-one machine, jointly launched by People's Daily Media Technology Co., Ltd. (人民日报媒体技术股份有限公司) in collaboration with Kingsoft Cloud (金山云) and Kingsoft Office (金山办公) under the Kingsoft Group (金山集团), was officially released at the 2026 Media Convergence Development Forum (2026媒体融合发展论坛).
The product strictly adheres to the requirements of official document writing. Through an integrated capability system of "authoritative content proofreading + intelligent office + domestic secure foundation," it creates an all-scenario "Artificial Intelligence + Authoritative Proofreading" official document solution for Party and government organs (党政机关), public institutions (事业单位), and state-owned enterprises (国有企业). The product relies on the mainstream value corpus of the People's Daily (人民日报) while deeply integrating the Kingsoft Government Large Model (金山政务大模型), specifically adapted for high-frequency office scenarios such as official document writing, intelligent proofreading, and typesetting. Leveraging Kingsoft Cloud's (金山云) mature experience in fields such as government cloud, the product can fully guarantee the security of data and system operations.
Moving forward, the product will continue to integrate cutting-edge technologies such as multi-modal interaction and intelligent agent collaboration, helping government office work transition from "people looking for tools" to "intelligent collaboration," ensuring that users do not 守株待兔 (shǒu zhū dài tù - "guard stump wait rabbit," to rely on luck or wait idly for opportunities) but instead actively embrace digital transformation.
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Return to TopThis midsummer, a key term is "football." In the early hours of June 12, Beijing Time (北京时间), the Azteca Stadium (阿兹特克球场) in Mexico City (墨西哥城) will appear as fresh as ever, becoming the first stadium in history to host three FIFA World Cups (足球世界杯). The group stage match between one of the hosts, the Mexico national football team (墨西哥队), and the South Africa national football team (南非队) will take place here, officially raising the curtain on the 39-day 2026 FIFA World Cup (2026年美加墨世界杯). With 48 teams, 1,248 players, and 104 matches, the summer of 2026 will be deeply imprinted with the mark of football.
Since its inception in 1930, the FIFA World Cup (国际足联世界杯) has spanned 96 years of history, and the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup (美加墨世界杯) will add a new chapter to this world-renowned sporting event. This World Cup will be held across 16 cities in the United States (美国), Canada (加拿大), and Mexico (墨西哥), marking the first time it is jointly hosted by three countries. The number of participating teams has increased from 32 to 48 for the first time, and the number of matches has risen significantly from 64 to 104. In addition to the top two teams from each of the 12 groups, the eight best third-placed teams will also be able to **脱颖而出** (tuō yǐng ér chū - "stand out from the crowd," to distinguish oneself or emerge from a group), adding more variables to the competition.
"Expansion" has made it possible for more teams to step onto the World Cup stage. In this World Cup, the Cape Verde national football team (佛得角队), the Curaçao national football team (库拉索队), the Jordan national football team (约旦队), and the Uzbekistan national football team (乌兹别克斯坦队) will make their World Cup debuts, while teams such as the Haiti national football team (海地队) and the Iraq national football team (伊拉克队) will step onto the World Cup pitch for the first time in the 21st century. In the race for the FIFA World Cup Trophy (大力神杯), the defending champion Argentina national football team (阿根廷队), led by Lionel Messi (梅西), is one of the widely favored teams. However, the France national football team (法国队), anchored by stars like Kylian Mbappé (姆巴佩) and Ousmane Dembélé (登贝莱), is determined to **一雪前耻** (yī xuě qián chǐ - "wash away previous shame," to avenge a past defeat or humiliation), while powerhouses like the Spain national football team (西班牙队), the Portugal national football team (葡萄牙队), and the England national football team (英格兰队) are also **虎视眈眈** (hǔ shì dān dān - "tiger watching with covetous eyes," to look at something with hungry, predatory eyes). The Brazil national football team (巴西队), which has won the title five times, is now coached by the renowned manager Carlo Ancelotti (安切洛蒂), and they hope to reverse their recent slump in the World Cup arena.
Currently, the rosters for all 48 teams have been finalized. The 1,248 players come from 449 football clubs across 71 countries (regions), with 891 players participating in the World Cup for the first time. Cristiano Ronaldo (克里斯蒂亚诺·罗纳尔多/C罗) of the Portugal national football team (葡萄牙队), Lionel Messi (梅西) of the Argentina national football team (阿根廷队), and Guillermo Ochoa (奥乔亚) of the Mexico national football team (墨西哥队) will all embark on their sixth World Cup journey. If the 41-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo (C罗) takes the field, he is expected to become the fourth-oldest player in World Cup history and challenge the record for scoring in six consecutive World Cups. Carlos Queiroz (奎罗斯), the renowned manager and coach of the Ghana national football team (加纳队), is leading a World Cup team for the fifth consecutive time, becoming the second head coach to achieve this feat after Bora Milutinović (博拉·米卢蒂诺维奇).
In the final days before the World Cup begins, all teams are racing against time to warm up. On the morning of the 7th, Beijing Time (北京时间), the Argentina national football team (阿根廷队) defeated the Honduras national football team (洪都拉斯队) 2-0 in a warm-up match, with over 90,000 spectators flooding the venue to watch. Over the next month or so, as each intense showdown unfolds, the passion and enthusiasm of fans from all over the world will be fully unleashed.
(Reporter: Liu Shuoyang 刘硕阳)
Coordinator for this issue: Gao Ji (高佶)
Return to TopBy: 晨 曦
The World Cup (世界杯) has arrived as scheduled.
Every four years, another ring is added to the football growth rings that hold the shared memories of fans from all over the world.
After a lapse of thirty-two years, the World Cup (世界杯) returns to the North American (北美) continent. The hustle and bustle of sixteen cities across three countries cannot fully capture the vast and ever-changing nature of this tournament. People rush to this feast on the green pitch not only to watch the competition between teams, but also to witness the power of sports that transcends victory and defeat, reaching straight into the heart.
The charm of the World Cup (世界杯) lies in the fact that it is not limited by data, nor is it defined by labels. Looking back at the nearly century-long history of the World Cup (世界杯), the moments that set fans’ hearts racing are not found solely in the brilliant instant of a champion’s crowning, but rather in the minute details scattered throughout every match. The emotions of hundreds of millions of fans rise and fall with the trajectory of the football, and the joys and sorrows intertwined on the pitch always find resonance with the experiences of life.
The first World Cup (世界杯) featured only 13 teams from the Americas (美洲) and Europe (欧洲); today, it has expanded to 48 teams for the first time, reflecting a clear trajectory of the globalization and marketization of football. Among the 48 teams, Cape Verde (佛得角), Curaçao (库拉索), Jordan (约旦), and Uzbekistan (乌兹别克斯坦) are all new faces at the World Cup (世界杯), while teams like Scotland (苏格兰), Iraq (伊拉克), Haiti (海地), and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (刚果（金）) have qualified for the first time this century after many years of absence. Whether they can achieve great results has become a major highlight of the group stage of this tournament. In the classic chapters of the World Cup (世界杯), there have never been only legends of the giants; it is the gathering of the faint light from numerous teams that makes it even more moving and heartwarming.
The World Cup (世界杯) memories of the Chinese (中国) people began with black-and-white televisions in the 1970s. At that time, many people would repeatedly adjust their antennas just to make the images transmitted from distant stadiums a little clearer. Today, digital technology can render every scene on the pitch with absolute clarity. As time passes, the World Cup (世界杯) has become a youthful memory for generations of Chinese (中国) people. Immersed in this global football craze, Chinese (中国) fans have always been filled with a mix of love and expectation, longing and aspiration.
Although the Chinese (中国) team is once again absent from the World Cup (世界杯), there are many "Chinese (中国) elements" on the field. Chinese (中国) brands, Chinese (中国) manufacturing, and Chinese (中国) referees are deeply integrated into every aspect of the World Cup (世界杯). The participation of partners and sponsors such as Lenovo (联想), Hisense (海信), and Mengniu (蒙牛) has not only provided commercial support for the World Cup (世界杯) but has also empowered the event with advanced technology.
With participating teams reaching a new scale, Chinese (中国) wisdom empowering the event, and hundreds of millions of fans resonating on the same frequency... the World Cup (世界杯) is more than just football; it carries love, comforts the heart, and gathers sentiments and strength that transcend geography.
A brand-new story belonging to the World Cup (世界杯) is about to begin. 道不尽 (dào bù jìn - "cannot be fully told," used to describe something so vast or complex that it is impossible to describe completely).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 陈晨曦 王靖远
The 2026 FIFA World Cup (2026年美加墨世界杯) is about to open, and the Chinese officiating team consisting of Ma Ning (马宁), Fu Ming (傅明), and Zhou Fei (周飞) has already set off.
This is the first time Ma Ning (马宁) has been selected for the World Cup (世界杯) referee list as a head referee. In recent years, Chinese football referees represented by Ma Ning (马宁) and others have appeared in several major international football tournaments. Ma Ning (马宁) and Fu Ming (傅明) participated in officiating the first edition of the new FIFA Club World Cup (国际足联世俱杯) in 2025; the Chinese officiating team composed of Ma Ning (马宁), Fu Ming (傅明), Zhou Fei (周飞), and Zhang Cheng (张铖) officiated the final of the AFC Asian Cup (卡塔尔男足亚洲杯) in Qatar (卡塔尔).
"Every team participating in the World Cup (世界杯) will 全力以赴 (quán lì yǐ fù - "all strength go to," to make every effort). As referees, we must be even more prepared, treat every match with rigor, pay attention to every detail during the game, handle every decision well, and ensure that communication and interaction on the pitch are timely and effective," said Ma Ning (马宁), who is participating in World Cup (世界杯) officiating for the second time.
Fu Ming (傅明) has joined the referee team for this World Cup (世界杯) as a VAR (Video Assistant Referee). Previously, he had participated in VAR officiating in international matches many times. "Becoming a World Cup (世界杯) referee is indeed stressful, but once the opening whistle blows, we will enter our working state and complete every task well. Of course, we will also enjoy the stage of the world's highest-level football tournament," said Fu Ming (傅明).
Since the introduction of VAR in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia (2018年俄罗斯世界杯), the requirements for referees in football have no longer been limited to blowing whistles and raising flags on the pitch; video-assisted officiating has become an important pillar of match adjudication.
This World Cup (世界杯) will fully upgrade AI (Artificial Intelligence) assisted officiating, using 3D modeling and multi-camera tracking to achieve millimeter-level precise offside line drawing, significantly eliminating controversies over offside calls. AI can also identify hidden fouls, handballs, penalty area contact, and other controversial actions in real-time, reminding referees to avoid missed or incorrect calls. At the same time, AI will significantly shorten VAR review times, improve match fluidity, unify global officiating standards, and make goal-line and penalty violation judgments more accurate.
Ma Ning (马宁) explained: "This World Cup (世界杯) has an automated offside system. If an offside player interferes with the game or has a direct passing relationship, the headset will prompt us 'offside.' At this point, there is no need to wait for a VAR review, which greatly shortens the check time and improves the fluidity of the game. This was not available in previous World Cups (世界杯), and it is a technological breakthrough."
International assistant referee Zhou Fei (周飞) also talked about the changes brought by AI: "After AI intervention, for us assistant referees, the difficulty of some judgments has been reduced, but it still requires us to make accurate decisions when making initial calls. In the eyes of fans, assistant referees may only make calls on player offsides or the ball going out of bounds, but in reality, there is much more that assistant referees need to do in team coordination. I cherish the opportunity to officiate at the World Cup (世界杯) and hope that through excellent teamwork and efficient communication, we can make decisions that align with the development of football."
Before the opening of the World Cup (世界杯), the three Chinese referees received final training in Miami (迈阿密), USA (美国). Referees from all over the world are further unifying officiating standards and increasing the tacit understanding of the officiating teams. In addition, practical training includes physical fitness training and testing, simulated match training, and officiating warm-up matches (Referee Cup).
"During the World Cup (世界杯), we will communicate and learn with excellent referees from all over the world, and bring relevant experience back to China (中国) to contribute to the training and development of Chinese referees," said Ma Ning (马宁). "We will 全力以赴 (quán lì yǐ fù - "all strength go to," to make every effort), and showcase the demeanor of Chinese referees on the field."
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 窦瀚洋
As the Dragon Boat Festival (端午节) approaches, large-scale dragon boat races are about to begin. The nearly 600-year-old Yanbu Old Dragon (盐步老龙) has been unearthed from the river silt in Foshan (佛山), Guangdong (广东); during dragon boat training, the oars move in perfect unison, pushing through the blue waves and fully embodying Chinese aesthetics.
Why do some dragon boaters sit while others kneel? How should one watch a race? Where does the excitement lie? Our reporter interviewed Zhu Minyuan (朱敏圆), a Canoe World Cup (皮划艇世界杯) champion and teacher at the College of Physical Education and Health (体育与健康学院) at Wenzhou University (温州大学).
How many people can fit in a dragon boat? Modern competitive dragon boats are divided into 22-person standard boats (20 paddlers + 1 drummer + 1 steersperson) and 12-person small boats (10 paddlers + 1 drummer + 1 steersperson). Traditional folk dragon boats carry more people; some village dragon boats can hold 30 to 50 people, yet they still maintain the "one boat, one drum" rule.
How is a dragon boat paddled? Dragon boats are generally divided into modern competitive boats and traditional folk boats. Competitive dragon boats follow national unified standards; paddlers use a seated position, emphasizing synchronized movements, concentrated power, and controllable frequency, with a focus on speed. Traditional folk dragon boats are highly regional; for example, those in the Fujian (闽), Guangdong (粤), and Guangxi (两广) regions often feature long, narrow hulls, with paddlers standing or kneeling, primarily for river racing. Dragon boats in the water towns of Jiangsu (江) and Zhejiang (浙) typically have wider, more stable hulls and are paddled from a seated position.
How do dragon boat athletes "perform their respective duties" (各司其职)? Taking modern competitive dragon boats as an example, the boat is divided into left and right sides, with a focus on symmetry (body weight and power on both sides must be similar) to ensure the stability of the hull. In terms of personnel arrangement, the lead paddlers at the bow are chosen for their technical standards and steady rhythm to set the pace for the entire boat. The middle paddlers, serving as the power source, are selected for their strength and physical fitness. The stern paddlers are chosen for their explosive power and quick reactions, coordinating with the steersperson to control direction at any time. In competitive dragon boats, the drummer is at the bow and the steersperson is at the stern, with the entire crew's arrangement being 环环相扣 (huán huán xiāng kòu - "links in a chain," closely interconnected and interdependent). The drummer acts as the "metronome" of the dragon boat; the rhythm of the drumming and the paddling must be perfectly matched. An excellent drummer needs a strong sense of rhythm, adjusting the pace based on the racecourse, opponents, wind direction, and water flow. They must also be familiar with the characteristics of every team member, using their strong influence to boost the morale of the entire crew.
During a race, turning and reversing are the most spectacular segments that test team coordination, requiring the steersperson's directional control combined with the asymmetrical power of the left and right paddlers. For example, a left turn requires the left paddlers to slow down or paddle lightly while the right paddlers paddle with great force, with the steersperson at the stern simultaneously adjusting the angle of the rudder blade. When reversing, the paddlers on one side paddle with full force while those on the other side block the water in the opposite direction, coordinating with the steersperson and drummer to complete the turn quickly. The entire process must be highly synchronized; once the power application becomes chaotic, the hull will lose control.
How can one understand the nuances of a dragon boat race? First, look at the synchronization of movements; excellent teams have paddlers whose entry, exit, and stroke are completely consistent, with water splashes appearing 整齐划一 (zhěng qí huá yī - "neat and uniform," perfectly orderly and synchronized). Second, observe the drummer's rhythm control; the pace should be steady throughout, with precise transitions between the start, the middle, and the sprint, without any confusion. Third, look at the posture of the hull; in excellent teams, the boat remains stable without swaying, and the bow does not bob up and down, indicating an even distribution of power. Fourth, look at tactical execution, such as the explosive power at the start, the stability of the constant speed during the middle, the explosive power of the final sprint, and the fluidity of turns and U-turns.
Today, the dragon boat has moved beyond traditional festivals and transformed into a carrier for competitive sports, national fitness, and the integration of culture and tourism. The dragon boat sport has become an official international competition event, included in comprehensive games such as the Asian Games (亚运会) and the Asian Beach Games (亚沙会). Domestically, there are many important dragon boat events, such as the China Dragon Boat Open (中华龙舟大赛), the China Dragon Boat Open Tournament (中国龙舟公开赛), and the National Dragon Boat Championships (全国龙舟锦标赛). Various regions also host many unique events, such as the Wenzhou Dragon Boat Festival Races (温州端午龙舟赛), the Foshan Diejiao Bend Race (佛山叠滘弯道赛), and the Miluo Dragon Boat Festival Races (汨罗端午龙舟赛).
Return to TopQingdao (青岛), June 10 (Reporter Ji Fang (季芳)) — On the 10th, the opening ceremony of the 2nd National Fitness Games (全国全民健身大赛) was held in Qingdao (青岛), Shandong Province (山东省).
The National Fitness Games (全国全民健身大赛) were established in 2024 and are held biennially. Building on the success of the inaugural event, the second edition will further achieve full regional coverage, full public participation, and a comprehensive upgrade of events.
Jiang Qingguo (姜庆国), Deputy Director of the Mass Sports Department (群众体育司) of the General Administration of Sport of China (国家体育总局), stated that this year's games will continue the philosophy of "providing a national comprehensive event platform while bringing competitions to the public's doorstep," adopting a "unified and decentralized" organizational model. At the "unified" level, the General Administration of Sport of China (国家体育总局) and the All-China Sports Federation (中华全国体育总会) will provide unified deployment and coordination, host the opening and closing ceremonies, and establish standardized competition regulations for the five grand final events. At the "decentralized" level, the country is divided into seven competition zones—North China (华北), Northeast (东北), East China (华东), Central China (华中), South China (华南), Southwest (西南), and Northwest (西北). Leading provinces in each zone will coordinate and organize selection trials for the grand final events, while also setting up characteristic optional events tailored to local conditions, ensuring 因地制宜 (yīn dì zhì yí - "according to place set measures," to act according to local circumstances) and multi-regional coordination.
Regarding event configuration, the games continue to adhere to the "5+N+X" diversified structure. The five mandatory events are table tennis, swimming, taiji soft ball (rouliqiu), stand-up paddleboarding, and pickleball, balancing popularity, safety, fun, and trendiness. "N" represents regional optional events that showcase regional characteristics and public interest. "X" represents various levels and types of fitness activities organized widely by provinces, industries, and regions, fully mobilizing local enthusiasm to create a mass sports event matrix where "every region has its own specialty and every location has its own brand," better meeting the diverse fitness needs of the public. Eligibility is primarily based on teams formed at the county level and below; streets, communities, townships, clubs, and individuals can all register freely, achieving zero thresholds, all-age participation, and broad coverage.
The games will continue until November, with the grand finals to be held in Qingdao (青岛).
Return to TopBeijing (北京), June 10 (Reporter Sun Longfei (孙龙飞)) — The 2026 IBSA Goalball World Championships opened on the 9th at the Tangqi Goalball Training Base (塘栖盲人门球训练基地) in Zhejiang Province (浙江省). This marks the first time the event has been held in China (中国). The competition will continue until the 15th, with the top two teams in both the men's and women's categories securing qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games (洛杉矶残奥会).
This event is hosted by the International Blind Sports Federation (国际盲人体育联合会), guided by the China Disabled Persons' Federation (中国残疾人联合会) and the National Paralympic Committee of China (中国残奥委员会), and organized by the Zhejiang Disabled Persons' Federation (浙江省残疾人联合会). A total of 192 athletes from 32 teams representing 20 countries and regions are participating, with the China (中国) team sending 12 athletes. Goalball is a team sport designed specifically for visually impaired athletes. The ball used in the game contains bells, and athletes wear eyeshades, relying on hearing, touch, and 精诚团结 (jīng chéng tuán jié - "sincere spirit unite," to work together with absolute sincerity and cooperation) to determine direction and perform actions such as throwing and blocking.
Return to TopBy: 刘温馨
With a 40% price increase over the past six months and robust production and sales in the smelting sector, tin (锡)—a non-ferrous metal—has recently become a hot commodity. Tin is a critical foundational material in advanced semiconductor packaging processes; the stronger the computing power and the denser the chip stacking, the greater the consumption of tin. As artificial intelligence (人工智能) technology surges forward, tin has also become a sought-after "computing power metal."
Looking at the non-ferrous industry, driven by emerging demand, the production of battery materials such as nickel (镍), cobalt (钴), and lithium (锂), as well as copper-aluminum foil (铜铝箔), high-end copper materials (高端铜材), and rare earth metal materials (稀有稀土金属材料), has climbed. In the first four months of this year, the profits of the non-ferrous industry increased by 117.8% year-on-year.
The non-ferrous metal industry, once labeled as a "cyclical industry" or "traditional industry," has achieved double growth in production and efficiency by relying on the wave of emerging industries like computing power, while accelerating its intelligent and green upgrades. This new dynamic in the industry is not an isolated case, but a vivid microcosm of new quality productive forces (新质生产力) empowering the real economy.
The mass production and implementation of robots have boosted demand for traditional industrial products such as special steel (特种钢材), basic bearings (基础轴承), and general rubber components (通用橡胶部件); the vigorous development of the new energy storage industry has revitalized markets for traditional chemical raw materials like soda ash (纯碱), electrolyte solvents (电解液溶剂), and diaphragm base materials (隔膜基材); the rise of the low-altitude economy (低空经济) has driven the demand for traditional materials like aluminum alloy (铝合金), carbon fiber raw materials (碳纤维原材), and ordinary cables (普通线缆) to continue rising... Currently, as new technologies, new scenarios, and new demands continue to permeate, many seemingly mature and saturated traditional industries are breaking through development bottlenecks, shaking off path dependence, and embracing brand-new opportunities for transformation and upgrading, injecting a steady stream of new momentum into the high-quality development of the real economy.
Reconstruct industrial value with new demand to activate existing development potential. Some traditional industries have long faced the dilemma of solidified demand and a single market, easily falling into a cycle of "cyclical fluctuations and homogeneous involution." The "surge" in computing power has ignited the non-ferrous metal market; in essence, this is because emerging tracks have opened up new rigid demands, transforming traditional metals from basic industrial raw materials into core materials for the digital economy and intelligent industries, thereby achieving a revaluation of their own worth.
This teaches us that there are no backward industries, only undeveloped scenarios; there is no obsolete production capacity, only value waiting to be activated. The greatest opportunity for traditional industries lies not in zero-sum games, but in incremental expansion. We must actively connect with the digital economy and green economy, dig deep into the cross-industry adaptability of products, and broaden the boundaries of industrial application, so that traditional production capacity can adapt to emerging needs, convert existing resources into development advantages, and achieve a dual leap in product value and market demand.
Fortify the foundation of development with new technologies to enhance core competitiveness. Technological innovation is the greatest variable in the transformation and upgrading of traditional industries, and also the optimal increment for improving quality and efficiency. In recent years, mid-to-downstream enterprises in the fields of tin powder (锡粉), tin paste (锡膏), and tin balls (锡球) have broken through technical barriers and continuously developed in the directions of ultra-micro, high-purity, and high-precision, with product added value continuously rising, embarking on a development path from "selling by the ton" to "selling by the piece." The upgrading of traditional industries cannot rely solely on superficial reforms like scale expansion or minor process adjustments. We must persist in "climbing higher," using intelligence to increase efficiency, green practices to optimize structure, and high-end positioning to improve quality. Only by using technology to break the shackles of development can we achieve a metamorphosis where "old trees sprout new branches."
Cultivate growth momentum with new business formats to broaden the space for industrial development. The new energy vehicle (新能源汽车) industry has broken through the boundary limitations of traditional manufacturing, moving from "building a good car" to "chaining an entire ecosystem"; the textile and garment industry has jumped out of the involution of low-end processing, iterating into new formats such as functional fabrics (功能性面料), smart textiles (智慧纺织), and high-end customization (高端定制); the construction machinery (工程机械) industry has built remote operation and maintenance, intelligent scheduling, and equipment sharing service systems, changing from simply "selling products" to "selling services"... Numerous cases have provided a development path for traditional industries: through the reorganization of factors, technological penetration, and institutional synergy, promote cross-industry integration, thereby cultivating new business formats and models, and ultimately promoting the optimization and upgrading of the industrial structure.
Those who follow the trend will prosper, and those who are good at changing will advance. New quality productive forces have brought broad development opportunities. We look forward to more traditional industries activating existing potential, cultivating brand-new advantages, and radiating incremental value while embracing change, thus building a solid foundation for strengthening the real economy.
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 刘志强 王汉超
Software is the "soul" of the new generation of information technology. The software industry is an essential component of the producer services sector.
From basic software such as operating systems, databases, and middleware to application software in fields like industry, communications, transportation, office work, and healthcare, software—which is "invisible and intangible"—is becoming increasingly deeply embedded in thousands of industries as the new round of technological revolution progresses. China's software industry is currently undergoing a critical transition from scale expansion to quality improvement, becoming a vital driving force for the development of the digital economy.
The "Opinions on Promoting the Expansion and Quality Improvement of the Service Industry" (关于推进服务业扩能提质的意见) proposes to "accelerate the innovative development of software and information services." What is the current status of China's software industry? How can we accelerate innovative development? What are the future prospects? A reporter conducted interviews in the "Famous Chinese Software City" (中国软件名城) — Nanjing (南京), Jiangsu (江苏).
### What is the current status?
**Basic software and application software are blossoming in many places, with enterprises continuously conducting R&D and accelerating breakthroughs.**
Upon entering Nanjing Weituo Technology Co., Ltd. (南京维拓科技股份有限公司), a small blue box caught the reporter's attention; it is the fourth-generation intelligent welding sensing system launched by the company.
"The 'torso' and 'arms' of the welding robot are responsible for completing the welding actions, while this blue box acts as the 'brain,' responsible for controlling the quality of the welding. By using it, the detection accuracy rate for bubbles and cracks during the welding process reaches 100%, and the energy-saving and consumption-reduction effects are significant." Yang Songgui (杨松贵), Chairman of Weituo Technology (维拓科技), told the reporter that in 2020, the first generation of the sensing system was the size of a computer tower, while the fourth generation launched last year is only the size of a *Xinhua Dictionary* (新华字典). "The volume is getting smaller, the functions are becoming more powerful, and it is becoming increasingly 'smooth' to use—all thanks to the upgrading of industrial software."
"Only by applying 'smart' industrial software can R&D and production become smarter and more efficient." Yang Songgui (杨松贵) used a case study to introduce the product's efficacy: After a construction machinery enterprise introduced Weituo CAX (Computer-Aided eXperiment/integrated platform for computer-aided R&D), the efficiency of model building and drawing output increased sixfold, saving over 16 million yuan in annual labor costs; after an equipment manufacturing enterprise introduced an AI (Artificial Intelligence) design navigation platform, the design pace accelerated overall, and the development cycle for entire machine products was shortened by an average of 40%...
Unlike general application software, basic software often involves long R&D cycles, high investment, and slow results, but it plays a foundational and platform-level role in information systems, making its breakthroughs even more significant.
"In computer language, an operating system is the underlying code." Li Tuo (李拓), Deputy General Manager of Nanjing Yihui Information Technology Co., Ltd. (南京翼辉信息技术有限公司), told the reporter that an industrial operating system is the "brain" that performs core control and operational management for major equipment.
After nearly 20 years of independent R&D and technical iteration, Yihui (翼辉) launched its core product—the industrial operating system SylixOS. "All the most core code was written by us, truly keeping our 'lifeline' in our own hands." Li Tuo (李拓) told the reporter that today, the SylixOS system is widely used in major equipment and key projects such as rockets, satellites, high-speed railways, and power grids, serving over a thousand users cumulatively.
Aoto Technology (傲拓科技) has improved the functional performance of its medium-to-large PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) products; ThunderSoft (中科创达) provides intelligent cockpit solutions that deeply empower automotive companies; Qinggong Internet (擎工互联) provides a carbon management platform that helps enterprises achieve visual management of product "carbon footprints"... From basic software to application software, many enterprises in Nanjing (南京) are continuously conducting R&D and accelerating breakthroughs, showing a trend of **多点开花** (duō diǎn kāi huā - "many points blossom," flourishing in many areas simultaneously).
Looking at the whole country from Nanjing (南京). After years of development, China's software enterprises are catching up rapidly and are gradually approaching the international advanced level. In 2025, the total industry revenue of China's software and information technology service industry reached 15.48 trillion yuan, which is 6.2 times that of 2012, with an average annual compound growth rate of 15.1%. Relevant comrades in charge from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) stated that after years of development, the software and information technology service industry has become a very important force in China's service industry and can be considered a "pillar" industry.
### How to develop?
**Continuously cultivate, build clusters, and optimize the ecosystem to jointly promote the robust growth of the software industry.**
In 2025, the scale of Nanjing's (南京) software business revenue was approximately 1.02 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.7%, making it Nanjing's (南京) first trillion-level industrial cluster. How does Nanjing's (南京) software industry grow so robustly?
Continuously cultivate and solidify the foundation for innovation.
Located in Yuhuatai District (雨花台区), the Nanjing Software Valley (南京软件谷) is home to a dense concentration of software enterprises such as Huawei (华为), ZTE (中兴), and ArcherMind (诚迈), where a steady stream of new code is generated in server rooms and laboratories. In 2009, there were only about 20,000 software engineers here; more than a decade later, the scale has grown to 400,000.
"Developing the software industry mainly relies on 'human brains + computers'." Relevant comrades in charge of the Nanjing Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology (南京市工信局) stated that currently, Nanjing (南京) has about 900,000 software-related practitioners and over 4,900 key software-related enterprises. The industrial chain covers basic software, industrial software, emerging platform software, and embedded software, with about 200,000 university students majoring in software, artificial intelligence, automation, communications, and other related fields. "The massive talent pool can effectively meet the various talent needs of software enterprises."
Behind the talent gathering is continuous cultivation. From 2000, when Nanjing (南京) launched the construction of a national software industry base, to 2010, when the scale of Nanjing's (南京) software industry exceeded 100 billion yuan, and then to the efforts to build a trillion-level industry during the "14th Five-Year Plan" (十四五) period, Nanjing (南京) has anchored its leading industries and continued to push forward, creating a brilliant industrial brand.
Build clusters and gather the synergy of innovation.
Covering more than 330 cities and over 110,000 routes across the country, with more than 4 million truck drivers and about 3 million cargo owners active... Arriving at Jiangsu Manyun Software Technology Co., Ltd. (江苏满运软件科技有限公司), a large screen displays the real-time operating data of the "Yunmanman" (运满满) platform.
"As long as the driver enters the departure point on their mobile phone, they can be matched with suitable cargo sources in a few minutes, effectively solving the problems of dispersed transport capacity and mismatched supply and demand in the freight industry." A person in charge at Manyun Software (满运软件) told the reporter that since the company's engineers typed the first line of code for the "Yunmanman" (运满满) APP in Nanjing (南京) in 2013, the enterprise has continued to grow with the support of government departments. "It now has more than 8,000 employees, of which over 1,000 are R&D personnel."
"Cultivating leading enterprises and driving the development of the entire chain can enhance the cluster effect." Relevant comrades in charge of the Nanjing Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology (南京市工信局) told the reporter that over the years, Nanjing (南京) has focused on fields such as power software, communication software, digital logistics platforms, and e-commerce live-streaming platforms, cultivating "chain leader" enterprises with "one policy for one enterprise." It has already cultivated 8 ten-billion-level software and information service enterprises such as Yunmanman (运满满) and Huitongda (汇通达), and enterprises like Huawei (华为), Xiaomi (小米), and Alibaba (阿里巴巴) have also successively set up R&D bases in Nanjing (南京), making the advanced manufacturing cluster increasingly robust.
Optimize the ecosystem and open up the innovation chain.
"Unlike hardware, software products, especially operating systems, are difficult to be 'perfect' from the start and must be iterated, upgraded, and perfected in practical applications." In Li Tuo's (李拓) view, application scenarios and real needs are essential elements for developing basic software.
In the past, it was "code looking for scenarios," but now it is "scenarios driving technology." To optimize the industrial ecosystem, Nanjing (南京) has organized municipal departments, municipal state-owned enterprises, and scenario companies to release a total of 5,000 application scenarios and 14,000 open cooperation needs in key industries such as steel, electricity, and transportation, supporting the landing and application of various software innovation products.
Yihui (翼辉) gained the opportunity to cooperate with the Nanjing Water Group (南京水务集团). "We jointly tackled the intelligent upgrading of scenarios such as water plants, sewage treatment plants, and secondary pumping stations, making water services smarter and achieving a 'closed business loop.' The experience gained from this has also been successfully replicated in multiple fields such as subway operations and underground space maintenance." Li Tuo (李拓) said.
Nanjing (南京) is striving to improve support capabilities in funds and computing power, establishing a 6 billion yuan software industry parent fund and special funds for industrial software, steadily strengthening the supply of computing power, and building 36,000 P of artificial intelligence computing power (1P is approximately equal to 10 quadrillion calculations per second). Nanjing (南京) is also actively building a HarmonyOS pioneer city, comprehensively promoting the adaptation of software applications to OpenHarmony (开源鸿蒙), with 140 certified OpenHarmony (开源鸿蒙) products, ranking second among cities nationwide.
### What are the future prospects?
**"Artificial Intelligence + Software" is becoming an important direction for the development of the software industry.**
Aiming at a mirror, sticking out your tongue, and selecting questions—a single mirror can "deliver" a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) health diagnosis report. This instrument is the TCM Intelligent Diagnosis Instrument (中医智诊仪) newly developed by Nanjing Haojing Health Technology Co., Ltd. (南京浩鲸健康科技有限公司). It is based on the TCM large model jointly developed by the company and Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (南京中医药大学).
"The artificial intelligence and software industries are highly relevant and coexist symbiotically; only by actively integrating can we seize the initiative." Zhang Huanyu (张环宇), Government Affairs Director of Nanjing Haojing Cloud Computing Technology Co., Ltd. (南京浩鲸云计算科技股份有限公司), told the reporter that the company's traditional main business was communication software. After 2018, it began to deploy artificial intelligence businesses, deeply cultivating digital transformation in fields such as communications, energy, and government affairs. In 2025, Haojing Technology (浩鲸科技) released the enterprise AI operating system "Jingzhi Baiying" (鲸智百应), deeply integrating large model capabilities into the full life-cycle operations of enterprises.
Currently, actively embracing artificial intelligence is becoming the choice of many software enterprises in Nanjing (南京).
Jiangsu Runhe Software Co., Ltd. (江苏润和软件股份有限公司) has long been deeply engaged in software development in fields such as finance and electricity, and is now gradually transforming into an "AI solution provider" ranging from chip adaptation and large model tuning to intelligent agent development. For example, targeting credit approval work in the financial industry, they developed an intelligent credit assistant, compressing the time to generate a professional report of nearly 100 pages from 3–5 days to 2 hours, increasing approval efficiency by 50%. Nanjing Utong Information Technology Co., Ltd. (南京优通信息科技公司) started R&D on intelligent agents at the end of 2022 and passed the filing in 2025. Users input the system name and requirements, and commercial customized software can be generated in 20 minutes, significantly reducing delivery costs and cycles.
From the perspective of technological evolution trends, "Artificial Intelligence + Software" is becoming an important direction for the development of the software industry. In April this year, Nanjing (南京) released a relevant plan, proposing to take the intelligent reshaping of the entire software development process as a breakthrough point, and the cultivation of new intelligent agent business formats as the main line, promoting the transformation of software enterprises into artificial intelligence service providers and intelligent agent developers.
At the national level, the "Artificial Intelligence + Software" special action will also be carried out. Relevant comrades in charge from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (工业和信息化部) stated that they will accelerate the R&D and application of intelligent programming, cultivate new business formats such as "Model as a Service" and "Intelligent Agent as a Service," and at the same time further strengthen the construction of an open-source ecosystem, promoting the intelligent upgrading of basic software and industrial software. "'Strengthening software services and painting a new chapter of digital intelligence' will inject new vitality into the high-quality development of China's service industry."
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Recently, the film *Love Letter to Grandma* (《给阿嬷的情书》) has been a hit, with a single *Qiaopi* (侨批) connecting the blood ties and homesickness of overseas Chinese, becoming a vivid portrayal of the opening-up story of Shantou (汕头), Guangdong (广东). "Rivers and seas have shores, and reunions can be anticipated"—the bond of the hometown of overseas Chinese, spanning mountains and seas, reflects the city's open foundation of relying on mountains and seas, connecting with the world, and looking toward the future.
Chaozhou (潮之州) has the vast sea to its south and is embraced by mountains to its north. Shantou (汕头) is located on the Chaoshan Plain (潮汕平原) in eastern Guangdong (粤东), leaning against the remnants of the Lianhua Mountain Range (莲花山脉) to the north and bordering the South China Sea (南海) to the south. It guards the estuaries of the Han River (韩江), Rong River (榕江), and Lian River (练江), with a coastline stretching 228.53 kilometers. Connecting the hinterlands of eastern Guangdong (粤东), western Fujian (闽西), and southern Jiangxi (赣南) internally, and linking to ocean-going routes to Southeast Asia (南洋), Europe, and America (欧美) externally, its geographical pattern of "pillowing on mountains and facing the sea" has created a locational endowment as the "Gateway to Eastern Guangdong and a Strategic Hub of South China," further embedding the gene of openness throughout its historical evolution.
Chaoshan (潮汕) has always been described as having "three parts mountains, six parts sea, and one part farmland" (三山六海一分田). The reality of having a large population but little land, with barren soil, forced the local people to break free from the constraints of the land and set sail toward the sea. Since the Tang (唐) and Song (宋) dynasties, the Chaoshan (潮汕) coast has been an important node along the Maritime Silk Road (海上丝绸之路). Ancestors sailed far away, exporting porcelain, tea, and linen overseas, while spices and jewelry flowed in continuously. In the struggle against wind and waves, the ancients honed their skills in navigation and trade, cultivating a commercial foundation characterized by openness, inclusiveness, and keeping one's word.
The opening-up process of Shantou (汕头) reached a milestone in modern times. In 1860, Shantou (汕头) officially opened as a treaty port. Relying on its natural advantages of deep-water harbors and ice-free conditions, it quickly became a commercial hub in eastern Guangdong (粤东). At that time, the port of Shantou (汕头港) saw thousands of sails competing and merchants from all nations gathering; overseas industrial products landed here to radiate into the interior, while domestic agricultural specialties and handicrafts were assembled here for export globally.
The "Red-Headed Boat" (红头船), which appeared even earlier than the opening of the port, initiated the trend of local people heading toward the world. In 1723, the Qing (清) court stipulated that the bows of merchant ships from Guangdong (粤东) be painted red, and Zhanglin Ancient Port (樟林古港) became a "General Hub for Overseas Trade." Millions of people took Red-Headed Boats (红头船) to Southeast Asia (南洋) to make a living and start businesses. Generations of Chaoshan merchants (潮商), with their traits of being hardworking, daring to venture, and valuing righteousness over profit, have left their footprints in over a hundred countries and regions around the world, building a vast global network of Chaoshan merchants (潮商). Shantou (汕头) has also become a famous hometown for overseas Chinese, with more than 50 million people of Chaoshan (潮籍) descent becoming the city's most precious resource for development.
A single *Qiaopi* (侨批) connects home, country, and the four corners of the world. As a folk remittance carrier that combines silver and letters, *Qiaopi* (侨批) is an emotional bond and trade channel spanning mountains and seas. In 2013, "Qiaopi Archives—Overseas Chinese Silver and Letters" (侨批档案——海外华侨银信) was included in the *Memory of the World Register* (《世界记忆名录》) by UNESCO (联合国教科文组织), with Shantou (汕头) serving as an important repository. Fusing the spirit of valuing hometown friendship, upholding integrity, and daring to pioneer, *Qiaopi* (侨批) has become a distinct symbol of Chaoshan merchant (潮商) culture.
A century of overseas Chinese heritage nurtures high-quality development. In 2014, the only economic and cultural cooperation experimental zone in the country named after "Overseas Chinese" (华侨) was established in Shantou (汕头). Currently, 722 enterprises have been listed on the "Overseas Chinese Board" (华侨板) of the Overseas Chinese Economic and Cultural Cooperation Experimental Zone (华侨经济文化合作试验区), and various financing channels and products have cumulatively achieved over 20.7 billion yuan in financing, transforming the advantages of the hometown of overseas Chinese into development momentum.
Today's Shantou (汕头) is seeing simultaneous leaps in industry and infrastructure, reshaping a new pattern of openness. The annual output value of textiles and garments has exceeded 100 billion yuan, the annual export value of Chenghai (澄海) toys has exceeded 10 billion yuan, and cross-border e-commerce is directly connected to the global market. The Shanshan High-speed Railway (汕汕高铁) has opened, and the third phase of the Guang'ao Port Area (广澳港区) of Shantou Port (汕头港) is accelerating construction, continuously amplifying the advantages of transportation and ports.
From the Red-Headed Boats (红头船) of Zhanglin Ancient Port (樟林古港) to the Fuxinghao (复兴号) of the Shanshan High-speed Railway (汕汕高铁); from the heartfelt letters of the *Qiaopi* Bureau (侨批局) to the one-click delivery of cross-border e-commerce. What has changed is the carrier and speed; what remains unchanged is the posture of opening up to the sea. Openness has become Shantou's (汕头) distinct urban gene.
The navigation charts in the hearts of those who sailed toward the ocean on Red-Headed Boats (红头船) back then have now expanded into a higher-level opening-up map for the new era. Rivers and seas have shores, but openness has no end. Shantou (汕头) is embracing the world with a spirit of **海纳百川** (hǎi nà bǎi chuān - "sea accepts hundred rivers," to be inclusive and open-minded), continuing to write a new legend on the land of eastern Guangdong (粤东) where mountains and seas embrace.
(The author is the Director of the Institute of Territorial Development and Regional Economy of the National Development and Reform Commission (国家发展和改革委员会), compiled by our reporter Cheng Yuanzhou (程远州))
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Recently, at the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) at an altitude of 8,848.86 meters, scientific expedition team members from China (中国) and Nepal (尼泊尔) overcame extreme environments to successfully drill a complete, bottom-reaching ice core. The China-Nepal Joint Scientific Expedition Team (hereinafter referred to as the "Expedition Team"), jointly initiated by the Kathmandu Center for Research and Education of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (中国科学院加德满都科教中心) and the Tianjin Extreme Climate Change Response Promotion Center (Polar Future) (天津市极致应对气候变化促进中心（极地未来）), successfully completed the first-ever human mission to drill a bottom-reaching ice core sample from the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰), achieving a new breakthrough in high-altitude cryosphere scientific research. The relevant samples will help scientists further study key scientific issues such as climate and environmental changes in extremely high-altitude regions, the transmission paths of pollutants to high-altitude areas, and the differences in climate response between the northern and southern slopes of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰). This is also a vivid practice of China (中国) and Nepal (尼泊尔) deepening their cooperation in the field of the cryosphere and strengthening scientific research collaboration.
**Summit Operations Under Multiple Challenges**
As the highest geographical point on Earth, the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) is one of the blank areas for human scientific observation. This scientific expedition on the southern slope of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) faced multiple objective constraints, and the operational difficulty was extreme. Influenced by the giant, unstable ice tower clusters in the Khumbu Glacier (昆布冰川) region, the "Icefall Doctors" (冰瀑医生) team, responsible for opening the summit route and investigating icefall hazards, did not complete the route layout until April 29. On May 6, the Expedition Team moved into the base camp on the southern slope of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰), and the joint scientific expedition officially began. Wen Xu (温旭), captain of the China-Nepal Joint Scientific Expedition Team, introduced, "From moving into the base camp to completing the summit operations, the effective window was only about half a month. All preparatory work, including high-altitude acclimatization, equipment debugging, technical drills, and team coordination, was compressed into an extremely tight schedule."
Faced with urgent tasks, the Expedition Team formulated a phased operation plan and steadily advanced all preparatory work. From May 8 to 9, the team moved into the 5,800-meter altitude area to conduct trial ice core drilling, comprehensively testing the operational stability of the drilling equipment in extreme environments of low temperature, low oxygen, and low pressure, and overcoming problems such as drill jamming caused by rapidly rising temperatures. On the 10th, the expedition members crossed the treacherous terrain of the Khumbu Glacier (昆布冰川) to conduct high-altitude physical fitness adaptability training, while also completing the final debugging and calibration of all scientific equipment. From May 11 to 14, near Camp 2 at an altitude of approximately 6,500 meters, the Expedition Team further completed the ice core drilling test and the coordination of sample handling procedures, successfully drilling an 8-meter-long ice core. They strictly followed scientific research standards to complete the sealing and burial of the samples on-site, accumulating important experience for summit operations.
High-altitude scientific research is a game of chess with ever-changing weather. On May 15, the weather in the Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) region changed suddenly, and meteorological conditions continued to deteriorate, forcing the Expedition Team to decisively retreat to the base camp. After a brief adjustment, the expedition members quickly reorganized their state, returned to Camp 2 on May 18, and successfully arrived at Camp 4 on May 20, successfully completing all preparations before the summit climb.
On May 21, the most critical summit and peak operations of this expedition officially began. The oxygen content at the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) is only 1/3 of that at sea level. The extreme environment of high cold, hypoxia, and raging winds was an ultimate test of the expedition members' physical fitness, technology, and mentality. The expedition members withstood multiple pressures and fought continuously for about 3 hours at the summit, successfully obtaining the first human-collected bottom-reaching ice core sample from the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰). After completing the core operations, the expedition members collected ice core and snow core samples in an orderly manner according to altitude gradients during their descent, building a multi-level, full-coverage sampling system.
**Scientific Achievements Through Close Collaboration**
This milestone scientific achievement stems from the close and efficient cooperation between Chinese and Nepalese scientific personnel. The team assembled researchers, senior mountain guides, and professional logistics support personnel from both countries to jointly overcome the difficulties of high-altitude scientific research.
The entire research project was designed and organized by the Chinese team. Focusing on the mission objectives, the Chinese team repeatedly reviewed the sampling plan in advance, clarified the collection requirements, and continuously adjusted the operational rhythm based on the route, weather, and camp conditions on the southern slope of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰).
Drilling ice cores at the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) requires precise equipment operation in an extremely high-altitude environment. Wen Xu (温旭) introduced that to ensure the smooth progress of summit operations, Chinese team members continued to carry out equipment debugging and technical drills after entering the mountains. They also provided training to the Nepalese team members participating in the summit operations on drill operation, equipment coordination, sample recording, packaging protection, and on-site division of labor. The Chinese team, on one hand, refined the operational procedures, and on the other hand, communicated repeatedly with the Nepalese team members to translate scientific goals into specific, actionable plans for the high-altitude site.
Wen Xu (温旭) stated: "Both China (中国) and Nepal (尼泊尔) demonstrated a high degree of division of labor, cooperation, and mutual trust during the operations. The completion of the summit operations could not have been achieved without the leading role of the Chinese team in scientific planning, technical preparation, and on-site organization, nor without the cooperation and support of the Nepalese team in the extreme environment. The Nepalese team members have strong climbing abilities and rich experience in dealing with harsh high-altitude environments, playing a key role in this ice core drilling mission."
Dibas Shrestha (迪巴斯·施雷斯塔), an assistant professor at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology at Tribhuvan University (特里布文大学) in Nepal (尼泊尔), was mainly responsible for liaising with Nepalese government departments and coordinating local community work during this expedition. At the same time, he took on the responsibility of popular science training, specifically explaining the technical specifications of ice core drilling to mountain guides, interpreting the scientific significance of this expedition, and explaining the impact of climate change on the ecological environment and livelihood development in the Himalayas (喜马拉雅).
Shrestha (施雷斯塔) stated that local mountain guides in Nepal (尼泊尔) have rich experience in climbing Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) and are keen in their perception of high-altitude terrain and meteorological environments, but their professional knowledge of scientific research operations is limited. Shrestha's (施雷斯塔) main job was to translate abstract scientific goals and professional technical standards into actionable guidelines for all team members. In his view, the process of this expedition was complex and the standards were strict; the team's close cooperation, efficient management, and rapid decision-making were the key guarantees for the successful implementation of the mission.
Shrestha (施雷斯塔) believes that as close neighbors, Nepal (尼泊尔) and China (中国) jointly guard the Himalayas (喜马拉雅) from the northern and southern slopes, and this Nepal-China (尼中) scientific cooperation has unique value. "Cooperation between the two countries in high-altitude climate research is crucial for cross-regional comprehensive observation and long-term data collection." He stated that the impact of climate change in the Himalayas (喜马拉雅) is cross-border in nature, and the regional climate system is an interconnected whole; the joint scientific expedition helps to strengthen the exchange of professional knowledge and coordinated response between the two countries.
**The "Scientific Code" Hidden in the Ice Core**
Why is it necessary to drill ice cores at the summit of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰)? What scientific value does the bottom-reaching sample collected this time hold?
"The irreplaceability of the summit ice core lies first in its vertical height, and second in its location. This ice core is like a chronicle sealed by ice and snow, preserving traces of climate and environmental evolution in the Earth's upper atmosphere over the past hundred years." Xu Baiqing (徐柏青), the chief scientist of this expedition, introduced that this joint expedition not only obtained summit ice core samples but also established a complete altitude gradient sampling system along the southern slope from an altitude of 6,000 meters to the summit. "The southern and northern slopes of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) belong to the windward and leeward sides of the monsoon, respectively. Collaborative sampling on both slopes can more completely characterize the climate and environmental change mechanisms at the top of the Earth." Xu Baiqing (徐柏青) explained that vertical gradient sampling can establish the upper and lower boundaries of the influence of atmospheric circulation through data at different heights, providing a more complete chain of evidence for analyzing and reconstructing monsoon-westerly wind changes and their synergistic effects.
According to reports, before this expedition, the team had relied on years of mountaineering activities to obtain gradient surface snow samples, but surface snow samples have the problem of unsynchronized snowfall times. The bottom-reaching ice core obtained this time has a continuous and complete time series, effectively making up for the shortcomings of surface sampling and providing solid data support for understanding climate change on the southern slope of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰). The summit ice core and gradient samples will also assist in several frontier studies, such as tracing the transmission paths and impact ranges of atmospheric pollutants to the Himalayas (喜马拉雅) and the extremely high-altitude regions of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原), as well as verifying whether special microorganisms exist in high-ultraviolet, high-radiation, and low-temperature environments.
After the summit drilling operation was successfully completed, the scientific journey of the ice core samples had just begun. According to Xu Baiqing (徐柏青), all ice core samples will be transferred to a low-temperature laboratory to first complete observation and analysis of physical properties such as grain structure, density, and layered characteristics, and then be precisely cut according to scientific research needs such as chemical analysis to carry out multi-dimensional experimental analysis. The entire process will take about 6 months, and subsequent data analysis, achievement condensation, and paper publication are expected to take 1 to 2 years. "From obtaining ice core samples to conducting data analysis and then forming scientific achievements, it is a long process. These precious samples will provide unique and key evidence for revealing climate and environmental changes in the highest region of the Earth," said Xu Baiqing (徐柏青).
Deepak Aryal (迪帕克·阿里亚尔), a professor at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology at Tribhuvan University (特里布文大学), stated that the southern slope of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) affects the water, snow, glaciers, and ecological balance of the entire Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰) region, and designing reasonable glacier protection intervention measures requires the joint efforts of both Nepal (尼泊尔) and China (中国). "The joint scientific expedition not only helps to enhance communication and exchange between scientists from both sides but also helps to promote the formulation of the Asian Water Tower (亚洲水塔) protection strategy."
(Reported from Kathmandu (加德满都) on June 10)
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The whistle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup (2026年美加墨世界杯) is about to blow, and Yiwu (义乌), China (中国), thousands of miles away, is entering its peak production and sales season. Data from Yiwu Customs (义乌海关) shows that in the first quarter of this year, the export value of sports goods and equipment from Yiwu City (义乌市) reached 2.83 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12%, with World Cup-related products accounting for a significant proportion. According to estimates by the Yiwu Sports and Fitness Products Industry Association (义乌市体育健身用品行业协会), during the last Qatar World Cup (卡塔尔世界杯), "Made in Yiwu" (义乌制造) accounted for nearly 70% of the global market share for World Cup-related merchandise, serving as an indispensable logistical support force for top-tier global events.
Observations from foreign media provide objective proof of this strength. Africanews (非洲新闻台) reported that from banners and flags to various spectator peripherals, retailers in Africa (非洲) and even across the globe are highly dependent on the production efficiency of Yiwu (义乌), noting that Chinese manufacturing is a stable pillar behind international top-tier sports events. A well-known British (英国) industry website pointed out that Yiwu (义乌) is "one of the barometers of global football consumption demand." Facing the massive business opportunities brought by top-tier global sports events, the reason Yiwu (义乌) can consistently capture and deeply cultivate the market lies in the local merchants' practice of "leading demand through design and fortifying advantages with patents," which reflects a profound transformation from "Made in Yiwu" (义乌制造) to "Created in Yiwu" (义乌创造).
The era of relying solely on price wars has passed; possessing independent intellectual property rights is the core confidence required to win market profits and industry respect. Yiwu (义乌) merchant Wen Congjian (温从见) designed tournament jerseys in advance and simultaneously applied for design patents overseas, filing for over 40 patented designs for this World Cup alone. Relying on patent protection, product premiums can reach 20%. Today, more and more Yiwu (义乌) merchants are proactively using patents to safeguard their innovative achievements, driving Chinese manufacturing to gradually transition from a passive adapter in the global value chain to an industry rule-maker.
The accelerated awakening of creativity and branding has shifted industrial competition from "competing on price" to "winning through reputation." Yiwu (义乌) merchant Luo Tianle (骆添乐) secured full-category authorization for multiple national teams and actively extended his cultural and creative product lines. Targeting niche markets, new categories such as pet jerseys and skin-friendly jerseys for infants have precisely unlocked new consumer demands. Having been tempered by the market through multiple World Cups, Yiwu (义乌) merchants have bid farewell to homogenized low-price competition and now place greater emphasis on overseas market reputation and long-term brand accumulation; deep cultivation of high-quality development has become a collective industry consensus.
The deepest foundation of Yiwu's (义乌) market cultivation stems from the "Yiwu Speed" (义乌速度) empowered by the complete industrial chain of Chinese manufacturing. World Cup orders are generally characterized by large quantities, tight schedules, and diverse process requirements, while Yiwu (义乌) possesses a complete industrial chain ranging from design, prototyping, fabric selection, sewing, and printing to quality inspection. A football-related product can go from a sketch to the factory floor in less than a week at its fastest. This extreme supply chain resilience, relying on a mature manufacturing network, allows high-quality patents and creativity to be quickly implemented and transformed into premium products suitable for the global market.
The linkage between Yiwu (义乌) and the World Cup is a vivid microcosm of the continuously rising global recognition of Chinese manufacturing. When the jerseys worn and flags waved by global fans are mostly "Made in Yiwu" (义乌制造), this is not only an impressive market share but also a vote of confidence from the global market in Chinese manufacturing. In Mexico City (墨西哥城), over 95% of the shuttle buses serving World Cup fans are new energy buses of Chinese brands; the Mexico City Light Rail Line 1 (墨西哥城轻轨1号线), which CRRC (中国中车) participated in building, efficiently connects stadiums and ensures smooth transit for the event. From small flags and dolls to high-end green transportation equipment, Chinese manufacturing is resonating with the pulse of the global sports economy with an all-weather, full-chain posture.
The final whistle of the World Cup will eventually blow, but the footsteps of China's (中国) manufacturing transformation and upgrading are growing ever more resonant. Standing on the arena of the era, Chinese manufacturing, which upholds the real economy and strives to reach new heights, is moving toward the next stage of high-quality development with a steadier and more powerful pace. As the saying goes, 厚积薄发 (hòu jī bó fā - "accumulate thick, thin hair," to accumulate strength over a long period to achieve success), the industry is now reaping the rewards of its long-term dedication.
Return to TopFormer President of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan Yohei Kono (河野洋平) Passes Away
Tokyo, June 10 (Reporter Liu Wenzhang (刘文璋)) — Multiple Japanese media outlets reported on the 10th that former President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) (自民党) of Japan, Yohei Kono (河野洋平), passed away on the 8th of this month at the age of 89.
In 1993, while serving as Chief Cabinet Secretary (内阁官房长官), Yohei Kono (河野洋平) issued the "Kono Statement" (河野谈话). The statement acknowledged that the Japanese military was directly involved in the establishment of "comfort stations" and the forced recruitment of local women as "comfort women" in the Korean Peninsula (朝鲜半岛), China (中国), and other regions, expressing apologies and reflection for these actions.
In 1976, Yohei Kono (河野洋平) withdrew from the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) due to his criticism of the party's "money politics" system. He later returned to the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党). In 1993, when the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党) lost its status as the ruling party, Yohei Kono (河野洋平) assumed the presidency of the Liberal Democratic Party (自民党). In 1994, he served as Deputy Prime Minister (副首相) and Minister for Foreign Affairs (外务大臣). Yohei Kono (河野洋平) also served as Speaker of the House of Representatives (众议院议长) and was a heavyweight figure in Japanese politics.
Yohei Kono (河野洋平) was long committed to the cause of China-Japan (中日) friendship. In June 2025, during his visit to China (中国) as Chairman of the Japan Association for the Promotion of International Trade (日本国际贸易促进协会), he stated that history should not be forgotten, and even less should it be denied. The past cannot be changed, but the future can be created through effort.
Responding to U.S. Military "Aggression," Iran (伊朗) Claims "Violent Strikes" on U.S. Military Bases in the Middle East
Tehran, June 10 (Xinhua News Agency (新华社)) — The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters (哈塔姆安比亚中央总部) of the Iranian Armed Forces (伊朗武装部队) issued a statement on the 10th claiming "violent strikes" against U.S. military bases in the Middle East. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (伊朗伊斯兰革命卫队) of Iran (伊朗) also issued a statement that day claiming to have launched a drone attack on the facilities of the U.S. Fifth Fleet (美军第五舰队) located in Bahrain (巴林).
The Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters (哈塔姆安比亚中央总部) stated in the declaration that in response to the U.S. military's "aggression" in the southern region of Iran (伊朗) under the pretext of a U.S. helicopter crash, the Iranian (伊朗) military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (伊朗伊斯兰革命卫队) carried out "violent strikes" against U.S. military bases in the Middle East. The statement warned that if the U.S. military violates Iran (伊朗) again, Iran (伊朗) will conduct "more violent and extensive" strikes against predetermined targets in the Middle East.
Africa CDC (非洲疾控中心) Calls for Strengthening Port Screening to Prevent Ebola
Addis Ababa, June 10 (Xinhua News Agency (新华社)) (Reporter Liu Fangqiang (刘方强)) — The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) (非洲疾病预防控制中心) issued a statement on the 9th, calling on all member states of the African Union (非盟) to urgently assess, strengthen, and implement screening and public health measures at airports, seaports, and major land border crossings to curb the current spread of the Ebola virus.
The statement noted that Africa CDC (非洲疾控中心) Director Jean Kaseya (卡塞亚) sent a letter to the health ministers of all African Union (非盟) member states, urging them to take coordinated action to curb the cross-border transmission of the Ebola virus at its source while ensuring the safe movement of people, trade, humanitarian operations, and economic activities. The agency emphasized that implementing robust public health measures at entry and exit points is a practical, visible, and verifiable method to reduce risks and maintain international confidence.
At the same time, the Africa CDC (非洲疾控中心) also emphasized that exit screening is a public health measure aimed at strengthening early detection, not a call to restrict travel or trade. "Protecting public health and ensuring safe movement must 齐头并进 (qí tóu bìng jìn - "advance side by side," to move forward simultaneously or keep pace with one another)," said Jean Kaseya (卡塞亚).
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李安琪 邢 雪
In early summer, Greece (希腊) is lush with new greenery, brushed by a gentle breeze. In the small courtyard of the Marathon Run Museum (马拉松长跑博物馆) in the City of Marathon (马拉松市), letters filled with youthful messages are displayed quietly amidst the dappled tree shadows, with the faint scent of ink lingering in the air. "Dear Greek friends, seeing these words is like meeting in person." "I look forward to meeting you, and to chatting freely in Athens (雅典) or Beijing (北京)." "My friend, is this what the Chinese call 'yuanfen' (destiny)?" "We once sought traces of each other in the waves of the ocean and the silk of the desert; now, we convey our feelings through the internet and pen and paper. Is such an encounter not already woven by the goddess Clotho (克罗托) into the spindle that unlocks our destiny?"... Between the lines, youthful friendship spans the vast oceans, tightly connecting young hearts.
On June 9, the "Encounter & Appreciation: Dialogue on Exchanges and Mutual Learning between Chinese and Greek Civilizations" (遇·鉴：中希文明交流互鉴对话会) was held at the Marathon Run Museum (马拉松长跑博物馆). The dialogue was themed "Seeds of Civilization." In the letter-writing exchange session meticulously organized before the event, 26 Chinese and Greek students explored issues and exchanged viewpoints through correspondence. As their thoughts sparked, the seeds of friendship took root and sprouted in the hearts of the youth from both countries.
The Deputy Regional Governor of Attica (阿提卡省), Greece (希腊), Kefalogianni (凯法洛吉安尼), stated that youth are the hope for the future of friendship between the two countries, and holding such an exchange activity during the Second World Congress of Classical Studies (第二届世界古典学大会) is of great significance. "In recent years, cooperation between Greece (希腊) and China (中国) in various fields has continuously deepened, with mutual respect and equal dialogue being the key. I look forward to the youth of Greece (希腊) and China (中国) strengthening communication and exchanges, enhancing mutual understanding, and contributing their youthful strength to the comprehensive strategic partnership between Greece (希腊) and China (中国)."
Vasileios Vertoudakis (瓦西里奥斯·韦尔图达基斯), a professor of Ancient Greek Literature at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (雅典大学), stated that Greece (希腊) has had a tradition of dialogue since ancient times, and to this day, rational dialogue based on facts remains an indispensable part of Greek social life. "Our world is facing many problems that no single country can solve alone; conducting equal and rational dialogue is urgent and significant. For the common future of humanity, we need to pass this spirit of dialogue on to the younger generation," said Vertoudakis (韦尔图达基斯).
"We chatted about everything from personal hobbies to the customs and traditions of our respective countries, sharing the confusion and gains we experienced in our studies and lives." In front of the letter display wall, Dong Yuqi (董毓祺), a student from Southwest University (西南大学) in China (中国) who participated in the event, told the reporter that she initially thought the "pen pal" method was a bit old-fashioned. However, as the correspondence deepened, she discovered that this slow-paced communication left more room for rational reflection and sincere exchange. "This is not just a dialogue between the youth of the two countries, but a dialogue between Chinese (中国) and Greek (希腊) civilizations. Dialogue allows us to better understand each other and continuously deepen our friendship through mutual care."
Pallis Apostolos (帕利斯·阿波斯托洛斯), a student at Panteion University of Social and Political Sciences (派迪昂政治经济大学) in Athens (雅典), cleverly cited the Chinese legend of "Hou Yi Shooting the Suns" (后羿射日) and the Greek myth of "Prometheus Stealing Fire" (普罗米修斯盗火) in his letter. "The two ancient civilizations of Greece (希腊) and China (中国) have similarities. Communicating with Chinese (中国) youth makes me feel the 惺惺相惜 (xīng xīng xiāng xī - "cherish each other," mutual sympathy between people of talent or shared values). Classical wisdom has not remained in the past; it allows me to resonate deeply with a friend far away," wrote Apostolos (阿波斯托洛斯).
"It is a pleasure to see the youth of Greece (希腊) and China (中国) engaging in such an in-depth and meaningful dialogue. I hope this format will receive wider recognition." Eugenia Manolidou (尤金妮娅·马诺利杜), a Greek school principal and classical composer, stated, "Living in a world intertwined with chaos, facing the question of where humanity is headed, the classical wisdom of Greece (希腊) and China (中国) may not provide an immediate answer, but it will certainly bring benefits to the future of humanity."
(Reported by this newspaper from Marathon (马拉松), Greece (希腊), June 10)
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 汪志球 郑智文
"Hot, sticky corn on the cob, it's super fragrant!" "Homemade sticky bean buns, just out of the pot!" In Manda Hutong (满达胡同), Qian Gorlos Mongol Autonomous County (前郭尔罗斯蒙古族自治县), Songyuan City (松原市), Jilin Province (吉林省), the sounds of hawking rose and fell, and the stalls were arranged in neat and orderly rows.
"A 'micro-suggestion' to safeguard good order and cherish the 'smokiness' of the streets," remarked Tian Jun (田军), a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) (政协) for Qian Gorlos County (前郭县). Previously, Manda Hutong (满达胡同) was plagued by vendors occupying the road, making it difficult for vehicles to pass through the already narrow alley and affecting the daily lives of nearby residents. Tian Jun (田军) conducted detailed research, understood the difficulties faced by vendors and the voices of the residents, and pondered solutions, eventually forming a "micro-suggestion" submitted to the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) digital performance platform. Shortly after, he received a reply, and the local authorities carried out effective rectification of the chaotic situation.
A mobile phone, a platform, and a suggestion have gradually become the norm for the performance of duties by CPPCC (政协) members at all levels in Jilin Province (吉林省). In recent years, the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协), following the deployment of the Provincial Party Committee (省委), has focused on the key points of provincial economic development, the difficulties in people's lives, and the focal points of social governance. They have innovated new models for members to perform their duties, focused on enhancing the effectiveness of online political consultation and remote deliberation, and built and relied on the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) digital platform to carry out "micro-suggestion" work, actively exploring the integration of CPPCC (政协) consultation with social governance.
**Performing duties anytime, anywhere; suggestions are concrete and tangible**
During the evening rush hour, traffic surged on Xuehai Street (学海街) in the Changchun New Area (长春新区). On both sides of the road, dozens of teachers and students from Jilin University (吉林大学) were waiting for the green light. As the pedestrian signal turned green, the students crossed the road calmly, and vehicles stopped in an orderly manner before the crosswalk.
Whenever he passed by this spot, Liu Jisheng (刘继生), a member of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协), would always take a few extra looks. In early spring 2025, he was driving through Xuehai Street (学海街) during the evening rush hour, and the scene before him made his heart tighten: on the two-lane, two-way street, buses, private cars, and electric scooters were squeezed together, students were weaving through the traffic, and honking sounds rang out from time to time.
"It's too dangerous!" Liu Jisheng (刘继生) immediately parked his car and asked the students, "Classmates, do you cross the street like this every day?" "The dormitory is across the street. Last week, my roommate was almost grazed by a car." "Especially at night, the streetlights are dim, and some cars drive really fast." Hearing the students' feedback, Liu Jisheng (刘继生) took the problem to heart.
More in-depth research followed. Over the next three days, Liu Jisheng (刘继生) came to observe at different times: at 7:00 AM, students rushed to morning classes; at 12:00 PM, the flow of people and vehicles reached a peak; at 9:00 PM, students returning from self-study emerged again. He used his phone to record the dangerous moments—electric bicycles weaving through the crowd, taxis not slowing down before the crosswalk, and students rushing to compete with passing vehicles to save time... Observation, research, and reflection finally condensed into a "micro-suggestion" of about 300 words. Liu Jisheng (刘继生) proposed a plan to install traffic lights and also suggested painting user-friendly warning markings. "This is about valuing the lives and safety of young students," he said. Shortly after, the Traffic Police Detachment of the Changchun Public Security Bureau (长春市公安局交通警察支队) contacted him to discuss solutions and conduct on-site inspections.
Today, that traffic light at the intersection of Xuehai Street (学海街) has been lit for nearly a year. "The road is clear and people are safe; performing duties is visible, and changes are happening right beside us," said Liu Jisheng (刘继生). "The 'CPPCC Jiyun' (政协吉云) platform has changed the way and mindset of performing duties. In the past, I always felt that I had to 'plan big things and discuss big things,' while local affairs and people's livelihood issues were neglected. Now, performing duties is anytime and anywhere, and suggestions are concrete and tangible."
In 2023, the "micro-suggestion" column of the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) platform of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协) was officially launched. Micro-suggestions highlight the characteristics of being "small, practical, fast, and flexible." By creating a closed-loop work mechanism for the entire process, CPPCC (政协) members can take photos to leave records anytime and anywhere, submit suggestions at will, and reflect public sentiment in real-time.
"The 'CPPCC Jiyun' (政协吉云) platform gives members a broader vision, encourages them to integrate their enthusiasm for performing duties into their daily lives, and makes democratic supervision a regular practice," said a relevant official from the Proposal Committee of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协提案委). To ensure that suggestions are "substantive and evidence-based," CPPCC (政协) organizations at all levels in the province have established a pre-audit mechanism for micro-suggestions: "member submission—specialized review—classification and screening." They arrange for designated personnel to review each submitted micro-suggestion one by one, focusing on verifying the authenticity of the content and the feasibility of the suggestion. They provide timely guidance to members to modify and improve suggestions that do not meet requirements, and merge suggestions with similar content and identical demands.
**Full-process closed-loop management, micro-suggestions implemented efficiently**
With a light tap on the phone, three photos of egrets spreading their wings in the morning light appeared one after another. "These were taken right here in Liaoyuan (辽源). It wasn't easy to see egrets dancing in Liaoyuan (辽源) in the past," introduced Lu Ziyi (陆子怡), a member of the CPPCC of Liaoyuan City (辽源市政协).
In September 2025, Lu Ziyi (陆子怡) recorded precious footage of more than 50 egrets stably inhabiting the area downstream of the Daliushu River (大梨树河) dam in Liaoyuan City (辽源市). "To prevent the precious population from being disturbed and permanently migrating, causing the achievements of ecological improvement to be lost, protection measures should be strengthened." A micro-suggestion regarding the protection of the egret habitat downstream of the Daliushu River (大梨树河) was immediately generated.
Micro-suggestions circulate in the cloud and land on the ground. "Your suggestion is closely tied to the concerns of ecological protection and people's livelihood, providing a precise and powerful direction for our city's egret habitat protection work." After receiving the micro-suggestion, relevant departments in Liaoyuan City (辽源市) immediately contacted Lu Ziyi (陆子怡) to discuss specific measures. In just about a week, the Liaoyuan Municipal Forestry and Grassland Bureau (辽源市林草局) completed on-site inspections and the posting of promotional slogans, and established a special inspection team to carry out routine patrols, strictly cracking down on illegal acts of harming or disturbing wild birds. At the same time, they made a commitment to invite members to participate in habitat protection research at an appropriate time in the future, working together to promote the stable reproduction of the egret population.
By the same riverbank, the "submission" and "handling" between CPPCC (政协) members and government departments were witnessed. "Experiencing the whole process from the submission of a micro-suggestion to its implementation has given me a deeper understanding of the word 'performance of duty'," said Lu Ziyi (陆子怡).
The efficient completion of micro-suggestions cannot be separated from a continuously improving mechanism. Xu Gaofeng (徐高峰), Director of the General Office of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协办公厅), introduced that the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) digital platform connects horizontally with party and government departments at the same level and vertically across three levels of platforms. It has established a closed-loop management system for the entire process of online submission, review, assignment, handling, and feedback of micro-suggestions, realizing the "online, visual, and efficient" handling of micro-suggestions. CPPCC (政协) members at the provincial, city, and county levels can submit micro-suggestions through the platform at any time and view the progress of the handling in real-time; CPPCC (政协) staff can quickly complete review and classification through the platform and accurately transfer them to relevant undertaking units; undertaking units can receive handling tasks online and provide feedback, breaking through time and space limitations and significantly shortening the handling cycle.
The value of the platform is even more prominent in the coordination of cross-regional and cross-departmental issues. Jiang Dapeng (姜大鹏), a member of the CPPCC of Xi'an District, Liaoyuan City (辽源市西安区政协), used the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) platform to complete an "emergency mobilization." During his research, some residents of the Hongwei Residential Quarter (红卫小区) in Liaoyuan City (辽源市) reported that water pipes in a certain building were leaking, causing the walls to become damp and affecting the lives of many households.
"There are no small matters in people's livelihood; we cannot wait, and we cannot be slow." Jiang Dapeng (姜大鹏) submitted a micro-suggestion on the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) platform immediately. At the same time, the platform's rapid response mechanism was activated, and the suggestion was quickly pushed to the district government and the sub-district office. An emergency response mechanism for people's livelihood demands was initiated, and relevant departments arranged for staff to go to the scene to investigate, locate the leak, and determine a repair plan. Within half a month, some of the water supply pipes in the building were replaced, and the residents' normal water usage was guaranteed.
To achieve efficient and institutionalized handling of micro-suggestions, the General Office of the People's Government of Jilin Province (吉林省政府办公厅) and the General Office of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协办公厅) jointly issued the "Notice on Doing a Good Job in Handling Micro-suggestions from CPPCC Members," establishing a handling work mechanism of "CPPCC (政协) builds the bridge, departments take responsibility, and collaborative promotion." For micro-suggestions that pass the review, the undertaking units are accurately determined based on the authority and scope involved, and they are required to handle them in strict accordance with the prescribed time limits to ensure that the work is standardized and orderly. "The handling results directly affect the enthusiasm of members to propose micro-suggestions and affect the actual feelings of the masses. Handle micro-suggestions well so that the masses can often hear the 'voice' of the CPPCC (政协), see the 'figure' of the CPPCC (政协), and feel the 'actions' of the CPPCC (政协)," said a relevant official from the General Office of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协办公厅).
**From "solving one thing" to "handling one type of thing"**
An experience of purchasing medication for a chronic illness made Zhao Haifeng (赵海峰), a member of the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协) and Secretary-General of the Jilin Provincial Committee of the Chinese Peasants and Workers Democratic Party (农工党吉林省委会), deeply feel the exhaustion of running back and forth due to prescription issues, which also gave birth to a micro-suggestion on improving the construction of the chronic disease information system.
"To perform duties, one must first 'immerse' oneself in the difficulties of the masses." Zhao Haifeng (赵海峰) conducted in-depth research, using his spare time to go to hospital self-service machines to listen to the troubles of elderly people who were at a loss and repeatedly clicking the screen. He also repeatedly simulated the operation process of elderly patients, empathizing with their helplessness and anxiety when facing digital interfaces.
"It is suggested to strengthen the construction of information services in medical institutions across the city, realize online or terminal operations for chronic disease prescription applications and payments, and try to provide convenience for elderly patients with chronic diseases." Zhao Haifeng (赵海峰) condensed his research into a micro-suggestion and submitted it to the cloud, pointing directly to the "bottlenecks" in the process and "blind spots" in service.
The handling process of this micro-suggestion became another journey of deepening "consensus." The Changchun Municipal Health Commission (长春市卫生健康委) regarded it as a valuable opportunity to improve work and get closer to the people. In repeated and frank communication with Zhao Haifeng (赵海峰), the goals and paths of both sides gradually became clear and consistent: everything is for the convenience of patients, accelerating the promotion of connecting data interfaces between medical institutions and designated pharmacies, realizing online prescription review and direct retrieval by pharmacies, opening exclusive online channels for chronic disease patients, supporting family members to operate on their behalf, providing large-font interfaces for terminal equipment, and simplifying processes. At the same time, medical institutions set up "chronic disease service windows" to realize "one registration valid for three days."
In September 2025, the systems of pilot hospitals and pharmacies in Changchun (长春) completed upgrades, finished docking with the electronic prescription circulation platform, and were put into use. Subsequent promotion will be carried out gradually based on the pilot results. An official from the Changchun Municipal Health Commission (长春市卫生健康委) who participated in the system transformation admitted: "The problems pointed out by CPPCC (政协) members have changed our inertial thinking of 'taking things for granted'."
"What is proposed is a 'matter,' but what is ultimately warmed is the 'person'." Zhao Haifeng (赵海峰) believes that such a transformation is the fruit condensed by the original intention of the members, the determination of the departments, and the concern of the masses.
Over the past three years, CPPCC (政协) members at all levels in Jilin Province (吉林省) have submitted more than 9,800 micro-suggestions on the "CPPCC Jiyun" (政协吉云) platform, with nearly 9,200 micro-suggestions completed or in the process of being handled. They have gradually summarized methods from "solving one thing" to "handling one type of thing." On the land of Jilin (吉林), more and more CPPCC (政协) members are walking through the streets and alleys and active on the platform with a sense of responsibility that "one is always concerned about."
Micro-governance and concern for the details reflect that "the People's CPPCC (人民政协) is for the people." Xu Gaofeng (徐高峰) said: "'CPPCC Jiyun' (政协吉云) is an important carrier for the online performance of duties by CPPCC (政协) members at all levels in Jilin Province (吉林省). Through continuous improvement of the platform, we achieve methods, consensus, feelings, and unity through consultation. Today, member suggestions are 'reached with one click,' and handling feedback is 'understood at one point.' In the future, the CPPCC of Jilin Province (吉林省政协) will continue to deepen the application of the platform, focus on the needs of the party and government, identify the expectations of the masses, base itself on the capabilities of the CPPCC (政协), continuously improve the level of political consultation, democratic supervision, and participation in the deliberation and administration of state affairs, strive to open up a new situation for the work of the People's CPPCC (人民政协), and gather strength for promoting the high-quality development of Jilin (吉林)."
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In recent years, the issue of safety guarantees for people living alone has sparked widespread concern regarding guardianship challenges. From the difficulties faced by those living alone when sudden illness strikes due to unclear guardianship, to the handling of post-mortem affairs; from families with disabled members falling into dire straits because legal guardians are unreachable, to the difficulty of changing guardianship for elderly individuals with disabilities, the urgency and practical significance of strengthening guardianship protections for those living alone have become increasingly prominent.
As China's (中国) social structure shifts from traditional family models to a more diversified one, many people are choosing to live alone. However, the current adult guardianship system is still primarily designed based on guardianship by close relatives, with insufficient consideration for the specific needs of those living alone. The lag in institutional adaptability has left this group facing difficulties within the guardianship system. Against this backdrop, the guardianship needs of those living alone have evolved from a "niche issue" into a "social necessity."
To this end, we conducted relevant research, visiting numerous communities, courts, and civil affairs departments (民政部门), and held in-depth discussions with grassroots staff and legal practitioners. The research found that although the Civil Code (民法典) provides principled regulations for adult guardianship, the implementation of the system still faces multiple obstacles. When a person living alone suffers a sudden emergency such as a cerebral infarction, organizations such as the neighborhood committees (居委会) and village committees (村委会) in both their place of residence and their place of household registration often struggle to intervene quickly due to poor coordination. At the same time, procedures such as judicial appraisal of civil capacity and court-appointed guardianship have long cycles, making it difficult to meet the practical needs of emergency medical treatment. In families with disabled members, when legal guardians are unreachable, grassroots organizations often find it difficult to truly fulfill their responsibilities as a safety net due to limitations in manpower and professional capacity, leaving the rights and interests of the wards at risk.
Currently, the main problems facing the guardianship of those living alone lie in "imperfect systems, poor implementation, insufficient coordination, and poor adaptability." Grassroots organizations like neighborhood committees (居委会) and village committees (村委会) have unclear powers and responsibilities; lacking professional legal knowledge and full-time staff, they find it difficult to legally handle the property affairs of the ward even if they are willing to serve as temporary guardians. Furthermore, the voluntary guardianship system (意定监护制度) has failed to fully exert its institutional effectiveness due to low awareness, difficult processing procedures, and a lack of supervision mechanisms. The current system does not adequately consider the special needs of those living alone, and the supply of guardianship services lacks professional support, while the supervision mechanism is imperfect, easily creating regulatory blind spots.
Based on our research findings, we suggest promoting guardianship protections for those living alone through coordinated efforts at multiple levels:
Establish a tiered and classified institutional system. Promote the improvement of a diversified system that integrates "voluntary guardianship, legal guardianship, and emergency temporary guardianship," which both fully respects the autonomous choices of those living alone and strengthens the responsibility of providing a safety net. Bridge the "last mile" of implementation. On one hand, regarding the emergency needs of temporary guardianship, clarify the responsibilities of all parties to ensure that guardianship responses in sudden situations can truly "speed up." On the other hand, addressing the professional shortcomings of guardianship services, simplify the processing procedures for voluntary guardianship and explore the establishment of professional teams. By introducing professional forces, guardianship services can become more specialized, compensating for the lack of professional capacity at the grassroots level. Establish and improve cross-departmental coordination mechanisms, integrate resources from departments such as Civil Affairs (民政), Justice (司法), and Health (卫健), achieve information sharing and work linkage, and form a joint regulatory force.
Strengthening guardianship protection for those living alone is not only a practical requirement for safeguarding their legitimate rights and interests but also an important manifestation of promoting social fairness and justice. It is hoped that the refinement and implementation of relevant systems will allow more people living alone to feel the warmth of society and no longer fall into distress simply because they are "all alone."
(The author is a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协委员) and Vice Chairperson of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Revolutionary Committee of the Chinese Kuomintang (民革上海市委会))
Return to TopProposer: Member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协), Wu Bixia (吴碧霞).
Subject: The scale of the new employment group (新就业群体) continues to grow, and their concerns and demands are complex and diverse. Delivery riders, couriers, and others have prominent demands regarding income, rights protection, and housing rentals. The new employment group also generally reports an urgent need for childcare, with the problems of children having "no one to accompany them" and "difficulty in providing proper education" becoming increasingly prominent.
Suggestions: Strengthen top-level design and build a cross-departmental collaborative governance mechanism. Enhance policy supply, improve relevant interest coordination mechanisms, and coordinate efforts to resolve common concerns and personalized demands of different groups. Optimize service management, protect legitimate rights and interests, and strengthen care services and support. Urge platform enterprises to standardize employment in accordance with the law, keep communication channels open, protect the rights and interests of the new employment group in terms of labor remuneration, rest and leave, and occupational health and safety, and provide warm care to assist in their professional development. Promote local governments to introduce a series of support policies regarding children's enrollment upon relocation and vocational training, optimize administrative procedures such as social insurance contributions and rights inquiries, and help the new employment group and their children better integrate into cities.
Solidify daily care and improve the accessibility of public services. Strengthen the supply of basic services, focus on the daily work and life needs of the new employment group, and provide services such as subsidized rental housing, affordable meals, policy consultation, and psychological counseling, integrating care and concern into daily life. Enrich the supply of cultural products and strengthen humanistic care for the new employment group. Strengthen the supply of children's education services; rely on community (village) Party-mass service centers (社区（村）党群服务中心) and other venues to set up childcare service stations, providing diverse and rich service activities such as public welfare childcare, academic tutoring, peer socialization, and quality development.
Consolidate multi-party efforts to create a harmonious and friendly social environment. Continue to promote the construction of friendly scenarios. In areas where the new employment group is concentrated, promote the construction of "Warm New" (暖新) business districts, stores, and communities to optimize the working environment and living conditions of the new employment group. Encourage platform enterprises to strengthen their social responsibilities and do a good job in supporting employee families and their children's growth. Carry out publicity and guidance, increase efforts in policy interpretation and the selection of role models, and create a strong atmosphere of care and concern for the new employment group and their children.
(Compiled by Wen Yang (阳))
Return to TopBy: 本报记者 李祉瑶
In the office of Zhang Heping (张和平), a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协) and a professor at Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (内蒙古农业大学), several sampling maps hanging on the wall are striking—densely packed thumbtacks mark the pastoral areas and villages he has visited over the past 30-plus years. From the Inner Mongolia Grasslands (内蒙古大草原) to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (青藏高原), and from the Gobi Desert (戈壁荒漠) to primeval forests, he has led his team to visit many remote regions, all to search for individual strains of lactic acid bacteria hidden within traditional fermented foods and nature itself.
"China has a very long history of using lactic acid bacteria. Various dairy products homemade by herdsmen contain these bacteria. However, with changes in lifestyles, the custom of making and consuming naturally fermented dairy products is 日渐式微 (rì jiàn shì wēi - "day by day fade decline," gradually declining or waning), and many lactic acid bacteria are disappearing. It will be too late if we do not rescue them now," said Zhang Heping (张和平). This sense of urgency arising from his research has become the focus of his duties and proposals as a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协). During the 2023 and 2024 "Two Sessions" (全国两会), Zhang Heping (张和平) consecutively submitted proposals on strengthening the collection, protection, and development of agricultural microbial germplasm resources, suggesting the establishment of China's own microbial resource bank to protect disappearing microbial resources through rescue efforts.
"Every proposal must come from frontline research and then be translated into policy." In the view of Zhang Heping (张和平), "Scientific research provides the confidence and direction for a committee member's duties, while the status of a committee member provides a larger platform for scientific research—some systemic and institutional issues require the exercise of these duties to be resolved."
For the 2025 "Two Sessions" (全国两会), Zhang Heping (张和平) submitted a proposal on strengthening the management system for food claims to help the high-quality development of China's food industry. He discovered that many ordinary foods contain food-medicine substances or functional ingredients, but under the current system, only health foods can make functional claims, leading to a situation where "large enterprises dare not speak, while small enterprises speak recklessly." "Relevant departments have actively started from approved food-medicine substances to explore appropriately reflecting 'health claims' in the form of digital labels. This creates a fair business environment for compliant enterprises and also protects the consumers' right to know and right to choose," said Zhang Heping (张和平).
"Over these years, I am gratified to see that the suggestions made by committee members and the efficient implementation by departments have formed a virtuous closed loop of direct public opinion and policy implementation, vividly demonstrating the practical vitality of whole-process people's democracy, which has also boosted my confidence and enthusiasm for performing my duties and offering suggestions," Zhang Heping (张和平) said with deep emotion.
In education, teaching, and scientific research, Zhang Heping (张和平) has found that while the central and western regions are rich in agricultural and pastoral resources, the level of modernization in agriculture and animal husbandry is relatively low, and there is an urgent need for talent and technical support from agricultural and forestry universities. At the same time, although agricultural and forestry universities in the central and western regions have formed certain disciplinary characteristics and advantages during their long-term development, there are still gaps compared to universities in the eastern region in terms of faculty, research platforms, and capital investment. At this year's "Two Sessions" (全国两会), Zhang Heping (张和平) put forward a proposal on strengthening the construction of first-class disciplines in agricultural and forestry universities in the central and western regions, suggesting the strengthening of policy support and guidance, the building of faculty teams, the enhancement of scientific and technological innovation capabilities, and the strengthening of disciplinary characteristics.
During his years serving as a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (全国政协), the improvement of scientific and technological innovation capabilities in the fields of agriculture and food has been one of the directions Zhang Heping (张和平) cares about most. Currently, Zhang Heping (张和平) is leading his team to continuously advance the Lactic Acid Bacteria Ten-Thousand Genome Project, exploring the use of biological manufacturing technology to synthesize high-value-added functional ingredients. Facing the multi-scenario application needs of lactic acid bacteria in China's "grass-livestock-milk" industry, he and his team are accelerating the promotion of scientific and technological achievements from the laboratory to the pasture and the workshop, contributing the power of "a single strain of bacteria" to building an agricultural powerhouse and a Healthy China (健康中国). "I will continue to base myself on my own field, translate the actual situation from frontline research and scientific achievements into pragmatic and feasible proposals and suggestions for the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (政协), and solidly fulfill my duties as a member of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (政协)," said Zhang Heping (张和平).
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In Yuhang District (余杭区), Hangzhou City (杭州市), Zhejiang Province (浙江省), Chen Xinfeng (陈鑫峰), a member of the Liangzhu Subdistrict (良渚街道) Emergency Fire Management Station, arrived at a shop wearing a blue uniform and a pair of smart glasses.
"Starting inspection." Chen Xinfeng gently tilted his head, and the glasses scanned rapidly before emitting a "beep" sound. A few minutes later, a list of fire hazards was sent to his mobile phone, detailing the names and locations of suspicious items.
In Zhejiang (浙江), this is a vivid scene of technology empowering grassroots fire governance. In addition to smart glasses, Liangzhu Subdistrict (良渚街道) has also built a digital intelligent fire management platform, using artificial intelligence algorithms to create precise profiles for enterprises and implement differentiated supervision.
"Grassroots fire governance is an important part of grassroots social governance and the forefront of fire prevention and control," said a person in charge of the Zhejiang Provincial Fire and Rescue Corps (浙江省消防救援总队). In recent years, Zhejiang (浙江) has actively promoted the construction of a grassroots emergency fire governance system. On the basis of achieving full coverage in the construction of township (subdistrict) emergency fire management stations and strengthening full-time fire brigades, it has focused on building a new pattern of emergency fire protection characterized by "group prevention and group governance, with participation by the whole population," consolidating the "last mile" and guarding the "first line of defense."
Integrating Emergency and Fire Services: From a "Solo Performance" to a "Grand Chorus"
At 7:19 AM, in the Qianjiang Sanyuan Residential Community (钱江三苑小区) of Sijiqing Subdistrict (四季青街道), Shangcheng District (上城区), Hangzhou (杭州), a car in an outdoor parking space suddenly began to emit billowing thick smoke. Flames shot out from the trunk, and as the wind blew, the smoke and flames headed straight for the surrounding parked vehicles.
"Oh no, a car is on fire!" Community security guard Guo Heping (郭和平) discovered it first while on patrol. He grabbed a fire extinguisher and rushed over, shouting loudly while fighting the fire. At the same time, he quickly dialed 119 and immediately contacted nearby car owners to move their vehicles urgently to prevent the fire from spreading.
Members Feng Wei (冯伟), Wang Hao (王昊) from the Wufu Regional Micro Fire Rescue Station (五福区域性微型消防救援站), and Fu Lurong (傅录荣) from the Subdistrict Comprehensive Management Brigade (街道综管大队) received the linkage instruction and arrived at the scene by 7:20 AM. Fire hoses and demolition tools were quickly in place. Almost at the same time, reinforcement members Zheng Bing (郑炳), Zeng Yusen (曾育森), and Wang Ping (王平) from the Qianjiang Regional Micro Fire Station (钱江区域性微型消防站) also drove over in a micro fire truck, forming a coordinated containment force by 7:22 AM.
"Pry open the trunk, use the fine water mist!" Feng Wei commanded calmly. The team members skillfully pried open the trunk and started the vehicle-mounted fine water mist gun to spray water precisely. The two forces worked together to suppress the fire, while members of the Comprehensive Management Brigade set up a simple cordon around the area to evacuate onlookers in an orderly manner.
From the discovery of the fire to the extinguishing of the flames, the entire process took only 4 minutes. By 7:23 AM, when members of the local fire rescue station arrived, the fire had been completely extinguished. They withdrew after confirming there was no risk of reignition.
"Thanks to the quick response and good coordination of the property management and the micro-station!" The car owner shook the hands of the team members and thanked them repeatedly. Nearby residents also praised them, saying, "With this team at our doorstep, we feel at ease!"
The difficulty of grassroots fire governance lies in "being unable to manage everything" and the worry of "not being able to rescue in time." In recent years, Sijiqing Subdistrict (四季青街道) has operated its emergency fire management station substantively, coordinating regional micro-stations and property management forces to act as "fire sentinels." Daily patrols must include fire safety checks. Residential property management and building enterprises have formed emergency assault teams, with professional forces taking the lead, grid forces providing the bottom line, and social forces providing supplements, ensuring that the chain of responsibility is tightly linked.
At the same time, regional micro-stations and community micro-stations have been scientifically deployed and equipped with vehicle-mounted water guns, hoses, fire extinguishers, and demolition tools. They are on duty 24 hours a day to ensure "1-minute response, 3-minute arrival, and 5-minute disposal," allowing "nearby water" to truly quench "nearby thirst."
Today, in Sijiqing Subdistrict (四季青街道), fire rescue stations, emergency fire stations, regional micro-stations, comprehensive management team members, communities, and property management have become a "peace community" with great tacit understanding. Data shows that the number of fires in the jurisdiction has dropped significantly year-on-year, the rectification rate of hazards has increased significantly, and the public's awareness and participation in fire safety continue to rise.
Not long ago, a meeting to promote the strengthening of grassroots fire work was held in Hangzhou (杭州). Attendees observed the organizational system and operating model of the Sijiqing Subdistrict (四季青街道) Emergency Fire Management Station on-site.
"The responsibility network is being woven tighter and tighter, turning a 'solo performance' into a 'grand chorus,' firmly guarding the key defense line of 'extinguishing early, extinguishing small, and extinguishing at the initial stage,'" introduced the person in charge of the Sijiqing Subdistrict (四季青街道) Emergency Fire Management Station. From "distant water being unable to put out a nearby fire" to "being close at hand and responding quickly," the underlying reason is the subdistrict's overall promotion of the integration of emergency and fire services, the integration of teams and stations, and the integration of prevention and firefighting, pushing forces to the grassroots, gathering public sentiment into a joint force, and reducing response times to the minute level.
Technology Empowerment: Early Warning One Step Faster
Walking into Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道), Keqiao District (柯桥区), Shaoxing City (绍兴市), the water town streets are clean and orderly, the industrial parks are busy with production, and fire safety elements are clearly visible.
In the evening, along the riverbank of the Lunan Residential Area (路南居) in Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道), 15 red fire pillars stand quietly. This is "one-touch water" fire equipment; the lower end is connected to the river, and the upper end is equipped with water pumps and hoses. Villagers can press a button to quickly release water, and the high-pressure water column can cover the entire village.
Not long ago, a fire broke out in a residential house due to an electrical short circuit. A neighbor discovered it and immediately reported it in the grid group. The "Ke Xiaolan" (柯小蓝) grid worker and the volunteer fire brigade arrived at the scene in 3 minutes, connected to the "small red pillar" to quickly spray water, and controlled the fire in less than 10 minutes.
By the time the members of the Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道) Fire Rescue Station arrived, the flames had been basically extinguished, and there were no casualties. Kong Guofu (孔国夫), Secretary of the Party General Branch of Lunan Residential Area (路南居), said: "In the past, the alleys were narrow and fire trucks were difficult to enter. Now there are 'firefighting artifacts' at our doorstep, allowing for self-rescue for small fires and scene control for large fires."
At the Phoenix Innovation Park (凤凰创新园), grid worker Xiao Zhang (小张) discovered during a daily patrol that a textile enterprise's warehouse had goods piled up in disorder, wires were privately connected, and evacuation routes were severely blocked. He immediately reported it on the "Grassroots Emergency and Fire Intelligent Governance One-Thing" (基层应急和消防智治一件事) digital application platform. The park was assigned a yellow code, and a weekly verification mechanism was initiated. The person in charge of the enterprise, Mr. Li (李先生), was initially very resistant: "Orders are urgent, and rectification means stopping work. Won't this delay making money?"
The grid worker did not argue, but instead brought fire case videos to explain and guided the rectification item by item. Mr. Li (李先生) was shocked by the cases and organized employees that same day to clear the passages and organize the lines.
A week later, the re-inspection was qualified, the park was turned back to a green code, and the inspection frequency was reduced from weekly to monthly, achieving "arriving when there is an issue, and not disturbing when there is no issue." Today, Mr. Li (李先生) actively participates in monthly safety training and has become a safety propagandist for the park: "Safety is the greatest benefit. Even if the code changes, our safety awareness must keep up."
Relying on the "Grassroots Emergency and Fire Intelligent Governance One-Thing" (基层应急和消防智治一件事) digital application platform, Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道) has comprehensively collected information on 26,700 regulatory objects, including industrial enterprises, village-level properties, and shops along the street. It implements dynamic, graded, and precise control based on red, yellow, and green safety codes, scientifically assigning codes according to three standards: shutdown and exit, rectification within a time limit, and acceptance. It strictly enforces daily inspections for red codes, weekly inspections for yellow codes, and monthly checks for green codes, optimizing the business environment through differentiated supervision.
Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道) has linked this platform with a mini-program for reporting hazard investigation and rectification, connecting grassroots governance-related platforms with the "Comprehensive Integration" (大综合一体化) law enforcement platform to achieve one-click reporting of hazards, intelligent allocation, full-process supervision, and online inspection. Since the platform was launched, a total of 133,000 hazards have been reported, with a closed-loop rate of 99.72%, effectively solving the problem of "large volume and wide coverage, but weak forces" in grassroots safety supervision through digital empowerment and intelligent governance support.
"Technology empowerment promotes the transformation of grassroots fire prevention and control from 'post-event disposal' to 'pre-event prevention,' effectively realizing the integration of 'human defense + technical defense + intelligent defense' in grassroots fire governance," said a person in charge of Keyan Subdistrict (柯岩街道). They will continue to deepen grid intelligent governance, weave the fire safety line tighter and build it stronger, let the concept of safety take root in people's hearts, and protect the "great peace" of the entire region with the "small safety" of the grassroots.
Social Participation: Activating "Nerve Endings"
"Quick! There's smoke coming from Building 2!" After 10 PM, in Jinhu Jiayuan Community (金湖家园小区), Longgang City (龙港市), Wenzhou (温州), black smoke was billowing out of a window. A warm-hearted resident shouted to wake up the residents in the building and took out his mobile phone to dial 119.
Almost at the same time, Yan Guangshe (颜广社), the grid chief of the nearby Zhuanwa Community (砖瓦社区) who was patrolling nearby, also received the alarm. In just a few minutes, he rushed to the scene with grid workers and warm-hearted residents. Before they even entered the door, the thick smoke was so choking that they could not open their eyes. If the fire spread, the whole building would suffer.
"Don't rush in!" Yan Guangshe (颜广社), who has 7 years of experience in grassroots fire work, quickly cut off the main power supply to prevent electric shock and reignition. Then, he crouched down and rushed into the thick smoke, relying on his experience to find the source of the fire in the study—a half-burnt mattress. The cause of the fire was a cigarette butt that had not been extinguished.
"Connect the hose here, take the fire extinguisher there, and spray at the root of the fire source!" The group cooperated tacitly, and the flames were completely extinguished in just a few minutes.
"The hallway was full of combustibles. If it had been a few minutes later, I wouldn't dare to imagine the consequences." Afterward, Yan Guangshe (颜广社) wiped the dust off his face, still feeling lingering fear. This danger did not cause any casualties or bring any additional property losses, all thanks to the timely discovery by the masses and the rapid response of this "locally grown" patrol team.
If Yan Guangshe (颜广社) is the "vanguard" of emergency response, then 68-year-old volunteer Auntie Wang (王阿姨) from Longhong Community (龙虹社区) is the caring "supervisory sentinel" in the community.
The night was deep, and a touch of "volunteer red" could always be seen in the back streets and alleys of Longgang (龙港). Auntie Wang (王阿姨) and her old partners, although their average age is over 65, still walk as fast as flying.
"Little Chen, the cardboard boxes at your door are piled up again, move them in quickly!" Auntie Wang (王阿姨) used authentic Longgang (龙港) dialect to shout at the grocery store owner by the vegetable market, and while speaking, she and her teammates started to clean up the debris piled at the door.
"We old comrades have lived here for decades. We know exactly who has a water leak, which road is slippery, and which wire is messy!" Auntie Wang (王阿姨) said with a smile. Their "Silver-Haired Patrol Team" (银发巡逻队) is the community's "living map."
In addition to watching the fire exits, they also have to manage all kinds of "trifles": seeing old furniture piled up in the hallway, they go up to persuade; seeing electric vehicles charging with flying wires, they go up to talk; encountering neighbors arguing because of noise, they have to go up to mediate.
"We are all neighbors. If I run a few more steps and say a few more words, everyone will be safe, and I will feel at ease." In the pockets of the red vest Auntie Wang (王阿姨) wears, she always carries propaganda leaflets and a flashlight.
In Longgang (龙港), there are thousands of grid workers like Yan Guangshe (颜广社) and volunteers like Auntie Wang (王阿姨). "Relying solely on full-time fire forces, it is impossible to manage more than 40,000 rental houses and shops along the street." He Zhuosheng (何卓晟), captain of the Longgang City (龙港市) Fire Rescue Brigade, said that Longgang (龙港) has formed 103 night patrol teams, mobilizing the masses to gather the joint force of the whole population for fire protection and achieve group prevention and group governance.
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Eradicating market chaos cannot rely on temporary rectifications or surprise enforcement; it must be grounded in the rule of law to build a normalized and long-term governance system.
The National College Entrance Examination (高考) has just concluded, and filling out college applications has once again become the top priority for millions of families. However, the market chaos that sometimes emerges alongside this process can cause distress for candidates and their parents.
For some time, the market chaos related to college application consulting has exhibited complex forms, with online and offline activities intertwined and old tricks overlapping with new ones, making them more covert and deceptive. While scams such as "internal quotas" and "supplementary admissions for low scores" have been effectively cracked down upon by relevant departments (有关部门), they still 沉渣泛起 (chén zhā fàn qǐ - "sinking dregs float up," to see the resurgence of negative phenomena or bad elements). Meanwhile, new "scripts" that have emerged in recent years precisely "manipulate" the anxiety of candidates and parents, breeding more violations: some institutions have launched so-called AI (Artificial Intelligence) (人工智能) application systems, claiming to "rely on top-secret big data, accurately predict admission score lines, and provide 100% optimal application matching." They charge exorbitant fees for this, but in reality, they only utilize publicly available free data, and the so-called intelligent algorithms are merely marketing gimmicks. Some self-media influencers and bloggers have flocked to the college application consulting track, providing academic guidance services without qualifications, arbitrarily interpreting admissions policies, fabricating inside information about colleges, and selling sky-high "one-on-one" application packages, with single service fees often ranging from several thousand to over ten thousand yuan.
The reason these chaotic phenomena persist is due to multiple factors. On one hand, education and admissions policies are relatively complex and subject to dynamic adjustments, making it difficult for ordinary candidates and parents to grasp them comprehensively and accurately, which provides opportunities for unscrupulous institutions. On the other hand, industry supervision lags behind; emerging businesses like AI academic guidance are in a regulatory gray area, lacking clear standards for professional qualifications, service quality, and promotional boundaries. Furthermore, the cost of illegal activity for some non-compliant consulting is low. In the past, some behaviors were only dealt with through orders for rectification or small fines, which failed to form an effective deterrent. These factors, compounded by the academic anxiety of some parents and candidates, make some parents willing to pay.
Educational equity is an important foundation for social equity. Addressing prominent issues during the admissions season, market supervision, education, and public security (公安) departments in many regions have recently launched rectifications, comprehensively investigating online and offline consulting institutions, strictly cracking down on false advertising, unlicensed operations, and price fraud. They have shut down non-compliant accounts, revoked the qualifications of violating institutions, and urged the refund of fees, achieving certain results. However, eradicating market chaos cannot rely on temporary rectifications or surprise enforcement; it must be grounded in the rule of law to build a normalized and long-term governance system.
We must refine regulatory rules and clarify the boundaries of rights and responsibilities. Regulatory departments need to address institutional shortcomings regarding new business models, clarify the professional qualifications and service standards for AI application consulting and self-media academic guidance, strictly prohibit absolute promises and false data marketing, and include issues such as the misinterpretation of admissions policies and non-compliant promotion by in-service teachers in the regulatory list to plug institutional loopholes. At the same time, it is necessary to hold internet platform operators accountable, regularly clean up false application tools and non-compliant marketing content, and sever the gray chain of their traffic monetization.
Simultaneously, we should insist on strict management and heavy penalties to increase the cost of illegal activities. We must strictly implement the Advertising Law (广告法), the Law on the Protection of Consumer Rights and Interests (消费者权益保护法), and regulations related to education and admissions. Institutions and individuals that fabricate qualifications, commit fraud, or mislead consumers should be strictly punished according to the law, placed on industry blacklists, and subjected to professional bans. Those suspected of illegal or criminal activities should be resolutely transferred to judicial organs (司法机关) for accountability, forming a powerful deterrent where "illegal acts are surely punished and the price is heavy."
Relevant departments and universities (高校) should take the initiative to break down information barriers, regularly disclose admissions policies, admission data, and enrollment rules, and provide free public welfare application guidance. By doing so, they can eliminate information gaps and resolve academic anxiety with transparency, thereby squeezing the survival space of the gray industry from the source.
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Zhang (张) and Wang (王) from Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西), had a son named Zhang Xiaomou (张小某) after their marriage. In April 2022, Zhang (张) and Wang (王) divorced for various reasons.
Following a period of litigation, the court ruled that the jointly owned property would belong to Wang (王), and Wang (王) was to pay Zhang (张) a property buyout amount of 1.3 million yuan. Seven-year-old Zhang Xiaomou (张小某) was to be directly raised by Wang (王), with Zhang (张) paying 6,000 yuan in child support monthly.
In the period that followed, Zhang (张) received the 1.3 million yuan property buyout from Wang (王), along with nearly 800,000 yuan in other cash assets. Zhang (张) also punctually deposited 6,000 yuan in child support into Wang (王)'s account each month.
In August 2023, Zhang (张) suddenly filed a lawsuit in court, claiming that his economic situation had deteriorated, his savings were exhausted, and he had changed jobs, resulting in a sharp drop in monthly income. He stated he was unable to continue paying 6,000 yuan per month in child support and requested to reduce the amount to 2,000 yuan per month starting from October 2023.
The judge stated that it is not absolutely impossible for a party to request a reduction in child support on the grounds of a significant deterioration in their economic situation, but the premise is that they must prove they are unable to continue paying according to the original standard and that the change in their economic situation is objective and reasonable.
The court's investigation revealed that in the year following his divorce from Wang (王), Zhang (张) had frequent financial dealings with his new girlfriend, Liu (刘), with transfers totaling over 3 million yuan, including more than 1.2 million yuan that Zhang (张) had obtained through the division of marital property.
Additionally, at the end of September 2023, Zhang (张) resigned from his former company and joined a new company in October, with his monthly income dropping from over 30,000 yuan to 10,000 yuan.
The judge held that after a divorce, parents still have the rights and obligations to raise, educate, and protect their children. Zhang (张) has the obligation to pay child support for Zhang Xiaomou (张小某) in accordance with the effective judgment.
According to Zhang (张)'s own account, he already knew in April 2023 that he would be resigning. Having foreseen that his income might decrease significantly, Zhang (张) not only failed to reserve corresponding assets to fulfill his statutory child support obligations but instead successively transferred out all funds from his bank accounts until they were cleared. His behavior severely hindered the performance of his statutory child support obligations.
Under these circumstances, Zhang (张) failed to provide evidence proving the necessity of his asset disposal. His request to reduce child support on the grounds of having no assets under his name and a significant decrease in income lacks sufficient basis.
In summary, the court ruled to reject Zhang (张)'s lawsuit request to reduce child support.
The judge noted that the Civil Code (民法典) stipulates that after a divorce, if a child is directly raised by one party, the other party shall bear part or all of the child support. The amount and duration of the support shall be agreed upon by both parties; if an agreement cannot be reached, it shall be decided by the People's Court (人民法院). In divorce-related litigation, issues involving child support are directly related to the vital interests of minor children, and judicial rulings must 坚守原则 (jiān shǒu yuán zé - "adhere to principles," to firmly uphold established standards or rules) that prioritize the best interests of minors.
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In Xiamen (厦门), Fujian (福建), during the summer, the phoenix flowers bloom like fire. On May 28, the 14th Mainland and Hong Kong and Macao Legal Seminar, co-hosted by the China Law Society (中国法学会), the Department of Justice of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (香港特别行政区政府律政司), and the Secretariat for Administration and Justice of the Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (澳门特别行政区政府行政法务司), was held here. More than 150 representatives from the legal academia, judicial practice circles, and the legal service industry gathered to discuss the theme of "Deepening Rule of Law Cooperation between the Mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao to Serve the High-Quality Joint Construction of the Maritime Silk Road."
Wang Hongxiang (王洪祥), Party Secretary and Executive Vice President of the China Law Society (中国法学会), stated that looking back at the journey since the return of Hong Kong (香港) and Macao (澳门), both their smooth transition and long-term prosperity and stability are inseparable from the central government's creative application of the rule of law to handle issues related to Hong Kong and Macao. Currently, the "15th Five-Year Plan" (十五五) outline explicitly supports Hong Kong and Macao in deeply participating in the high-quality joint construction of the "Belt and Road" (一带一路). This requires the mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao to better leverage the role of the rule of law in consolidating foundations, stabilizing expectations, and benefiting the long term. By adhering to the principle of "One Country" (一国) and utilizing the advantages of "Two Systems" (两制), they must build a legal system adapted to high-level opening up.
André Cheong Weng Chon (黄少泽), Secretary for Administration and Justice of the Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (澳门特别行政区政府行政法务司), stated via video address that this seminar is the first to be hosted by the Macao Secretariat for Administration and Justice, marking a closer stage in legal cooperation between the mainland and the two regions. Macao will rely on its bilingual Chinese-Portuguese advantage and civil law tradition to pilot the alignment of civil and commercial rules in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin (横琴粤澳深度合作区), serving as a "precise liaison" between the mainland and Portuguese-speaking countries. Paul Lam Ting-kwok (林定国), Secretary for Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (香港特别行政区政府律政司), stated that as the world's only bilingual common law jurisdiction in both Chinese and English, Hong Kong has attracted international legal organizations such as the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (国际统一私法协会) to establish offices. In the future, it will provide full-chain legal support to mainland enterprises through the "Hong Kong Professional Services Outbound Platform" (香港专业服务出海平台) and the "Directory of Outbound Legal Service Providers" (出海法律服务提供商名册).
Fujian Province (福建省) and Xiamen City (厦门市), as hosts, have demonstrated the practical effectiveness of legal synergy through local practice. Huang Haikun (黄海昆), Vice Chairman of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the CPPCC (福建省政协) and President of the Provincial Law Society (省法学会), introduced that Fujian has recently formed an integrated dispute resolution system combining litigation, arbitration, and mediation, with a legal service network covering over 180 countries and regions. Yang Guohao (杨国豪), Director of the Standing Committee of the Xiamen Municipal People's Congress (厦门市人大常委会), pointed out that Xiamen has deepened cooperation with Hong Kong and Macao in areas such as commercial mediation, maritime and commercial affairs, and intellectual property protection, creating a stable, transparent, and predictable rule-of-law business environment for the flow of factors between the mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao.
"The construction of the Greater Bay Area (大湾区) is an **前无古人** (qián wú gǔ rén - "before no ancient person," unprecedented) undertaking. The pattern of 'one country, two systems, and three legal jurisdictions' is both a unique advantage and a source of practical challenges for rule alignment," said Zhang Yong (张勇), a member of the Constitution and Law Committee of the National People's Congress (全国人大宪法和法律委员会) and President of the China Law Society's Basic Law of Hong Kong and Macao Research Society (中国法学会港澳基本法研究会). He proposed that legislative collaboration in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area must be based on a "dual strategic positioning"—serving as both a strategic fulcrum for the country's new development pattern and a new carrier for the practice of "One Country, Two Systems" (一国两制).
In specific areas, participating experts proposed many solutions to institutional bottlenecks. Regarding cross-border data flow, Gao Yang (高杨), a Ph.D. from the University of Macau (澳门科技大学), said that there are differences in personal information protection standards between the mainland, Hong Kong, and Macao. In 2023, the standard contract for the outbound transfer of personal information signed by the three parties established an "integrated supervision" framework. In the future, a "negative list for outbound data" could be explored in cooperation zones like Hengqin (横琴) and Qianhai (前海), which would both safeguard the security bottom line and unleash the vitality of factors. In the field of fintech regulation, Pan Yue (潘越), a professor at Xiamen University (厦门大学), believes that fintech has upgraded from a "service tool" to "financial infrastructure." She suggested establishing a fintech regulatory coordination mechanism in the Greater Bay Area to build a risk-sharing system under the framework of "mutual recognition of rules" rather than "convergence of rules."
"For the Maritime Silk Road to **行稳致远** (xíng wěn zhì yuǎn - "walk steadily reach far," to move forward steadily and reach a long-term goal), the core is the 'soft connectivity' of rules and standards," said Zhao Yun (赵云), a professor at the University of Hong Kong (香港大学), whose remarks resonated with the audience. He emphasized the need to rely on platforms such as the International Organization for Mediation (国际调解院) based in Hong Kong and the Xiamen Maritime Silk Road Foreign Law Identification Center (厦门海丝域外法查明中心) to build a diversified dispute resolution system that organically connects "mediation + arbitration + litigation," thereby reducing cross-border transaction costs.
"The vitality of the rule of law lies in implementation, and the key to implementation lies in talent," said Zhang Ying (张莹) from the Bureau of Lawyers' Work of the Ministry of Justice (司法部律师工作局). She introduced that the mainland has attracted over 640 Hong Kong and Macao lawyers to practice in the mainland through policies such as the "Greater Bay Area Lawyer Practice Pilot" (大湾区律师执业试点) and "Partnership Associations between Hong Kong/Macao and Mainland Law Firms" (港澳律所合伙联营), and has cultivated over 160 foreign-related arbitration talents through the Hong Kong International Legal Talents Training Academy (香港国际法律人才培训学院).
Jing Hanchao (景汉朝), member of the Party Group, Vice President, and Secretary-General of the China Law Society (中国法学会), stated in his summary that this seminar has both clarified long-term directions and formed specific plans to solve practical problems. In 2027, the 15th seminar will be held in Macao (澳门), continuing to use the rule of law as a link to contribute wisdom and strength to the construction of a strong nation and national rejuvenation.
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of Chinese Kunqu Opera (昆曲) being inscribed on the UNESCO (联合国教科文组织) "Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity." Against the backdrop of the "Three-Year Action Plan for the Revitalization of Theater (2026—2028)" (《戏剧振兴三年行动计划（2026—2028年）》), what we are contemplating is no longer just "how to preserve," but "how to revitalize"—how to let this "water-polished" vocal style (水磨腔) reach a wider world and manifest its own value through dialogue with different civilizations.
### Letting People Feel the "Living Breath" of Kunqu Opera
It has been said that Kunqu Opera is an "art in a museum," characterized by a slow rhythm and being 曲高和寡 (qǔ gāo hè guǎ - "song high, harmony few," high-brow art that is difficult for the masses to appreciate). In earlier years, when we performed abroad, overseas organizers often compared Kunqu Opera to "Chinese Opera." Clearly, they did not understand Chinese traditional theater at that time.
At the 33rd World Theatre Congress (第三十三届世界戏剧大会) held in Xiamen (厦门) in September 2011, the International Theatre Institute (国际戏剧协会) and the China Theatre Association (中国戏剧家协会) officially designated the English translation for Chinese traditional theater as "Xiqu." This reflects China's cultural subjectivity and helps traditional theater establish its own cultural positioning and aesthetic system on the world stage.
"Correcting the name" in terminology is important, but "establishing the discourse" in aesthetic interpretation is even more crucial. The charm of Kunqu Opera lies in its elegance. This elegance is vibrant and can resonate emotionally with Chinese audiences and even audiences from different cultural backgrounds. The exquisite nature of the costumes and headpieces is the "surface" of this elegance; the "essence" lies in the fact that every breath and every glance on stage is in sync with the hearts of the contemporary audience.
I remember when the Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe (上海昆剧团) first traveled to the Czech Republic (捷克) with the Kunqu play *The Peony Pavilion* (《牡丹亭》) to appear at the "Prague Spring" (布拉格之春) music festival, we were nervous: could overseas audiences empathize with that highly impressionistic, lingering Eastern aesthetic? However, when Du Liniang (杜丽娘) gently raised her water sleeves in the "Wandering in the Garden" (游园) scene, and when the flute music of "Zao Luo Pao" (皂罗袍) began to play, the audience held their breath, only to burst into enthusiastic applause at the most exquisite vocal passages. A Czech (捷克) audience member told me after the performance that when Du Liniang waved her water sleeves, she felt a heartbreak and beauty that transcended language.
At that moment, I realized: for culture to go global, we cannot be satisfied with just "sending it out"; we must "go in"—go into people's hearts. The key to living heritage is to use Kunqu Opera as a key to open the door to universal human emotions—love, beauty, and life—to "meet" the contemporary audience in every performance and let people feel the "living breath" of Kunqu Opera.
### The "Point-to-Plane" Approach to Dissemination
In our many years of practice in taking Kunqu Opera overseas, we have gradually explored a "point-to-plane" (点面结合) approach to dissemination.
The "point" means daring to step onto the world's stages of high art. We actively leverage the influence of international platforms such as the Berlin Theatertreffen (德国柏林戏剧节), the China-France Year of Culture and Tourism (中法文化旅游年), and the Hong Kong Arts Festival (香港艺术节) to present the most essential and complete classic repertoires of Kunqu Opera to global audiences. On these stages, Kunqu Opera is a treasure of human art that stands alongside Shakespearean drama (莎士比亚戏剧) and ancient Greek tragedy (古希腊悲剧). For example, during the "China Culture Week" (中国文化周) in Albania (阿尔巴尼亚), our performance was included in national diplomatic activities; in Italy (意大利), we participated in a concert celebrating the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy, performing alongside local artists. These highlights have gradually established the coordinates of Chinese Kunqu Opera on the international art map, allowing the world to see the aesthetic benchmarks of Chinese theater.
The "plane" means deeply cultivating academic institutions, seeking every opportunity to go deep into universities and research organizations everywhere. We have visited overseas higher education institutions such as the University of Florence (佛罗伦萨大学) in Italy, the University of Graz (格拉茨大学) in Austria (奥地利), and the University of Maryland (马里兰大学) in the United States (美国), engaging in face-to-face exchanges with Sinologists and theater scholars during lectures and workshops. We were pleasantly surprised to find that these professional scholars often become the most loyal "ambassadors" for Kunqu Opera. They understand the literary allusions and the vocal and metrical rules; their interpretations allow local audiences to overcome cultural barriers and truly enter the "inner world" of Kunqu Opera.
At the University of Florence, we demonstrated Kunqu makeup and styling to art students. As the actors outlined the "Junban" (俊扮 - handsome makeup for the *Dan* role) stroke by stroke, the foreign students held their breath. At the Confucius Institute (孔子学院) at Waseda University (早稻田大学) in Japan (日本), we brought facial makeup painting and Kunqu movement training into the classroom. To help students understand *The Peony Pavilion*, we used accessible body language to explain "Wandering in the Garden" (游园) and "Interrupted Dream" (惊梦), and used the simplest possible English vocabulary to describe the love of Du Liniang. Even when facing only a dozen doctoral students studying East Asian culture, we were fully committed. Because only by "conquering" these professional scholars can the overseas dissemination of Kunqu Opera move beyond the level of "watching the spectacle" and enter the academic context of "appreciating the craft."
### Detailed, Detailed, and More Detailed; Refined, Refined, and More Refined
People often ask me: what does a theatrical genre rely on to survive? Support from the external environment is, of course, crucial. In recent years, from the national to the local level, especially with the introduction of the "Three-Year Action Plan for the Revitalization of Theater (2026—2028)" and the Shanghai (上海) municipal government's strong support for the "Shanghai Culture" (上海文化) brand, the concerns of troupes have been addressed. But better policy support is only an external factor; the internal factor for traditional theater to "survive" is the hearts of people who love Kunqu Opera and dare to strive.
Polishing the "Ya-bu" (雅部 - the elegant category of traditional theater) art of Kunqu requires decades of dedication. The boredom and loneliness of day-after-day basic training are a huge test. Kunqu Opera condenses the achievements of classical Chinese literature, but expressing the subtle beauty of the Chinese language accurately in the English-speaking world is a hurdle; the translation principle of "faithfulness, expressiveness, and elegance" (信、达、雅) is a challenge. All of this requires us to be detailed, detailed, and more detailed; refined, refined, and more refined. The sense of mission that "we represent China" always weighs on our hearts, supporting us in overcoming difficulties such as language barriers and cultural differences.
I often tell the young people in the troupe: we are actors, but we are also ambassadors of culture. Letting global audiences understand the art of traditional theater is our firmest belief.
The "Three-Year Action Plan for the Revitalization of Theater (2026—2028)" guides us not only to revitalize the art itself but also to improve the ecosystem of traditional theater. The Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe will continue to adhere to the principle of "inheriting without forgetting our roots, innovating without alienation," and on the basis of upholding tradition, actively explore contemporary expression and international discourse. We will let the "Jiangnan temperament" (江南气质) and the "Shanghai spirit" (海派精神) of Kunqu Opera blend, allowing this 600-year-old "water-polished" vocal style not only to regain vitality in its homeland but also to continuously enrich itself through dialogue with world civilizations.
Where the water-polished sounds move, the tide will surely follow. The love and dedication of generations of Kunqu practitioners will surely make Kunqu Opera bloom brilliantly in the garden of human civilization, with its own unique Eastern "springtime beauty" (春色如许).
(The author is the Head of the Shanghai Kunqu Opera Troupe)
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Ice picks chiseled deep into the hard ice layer, and mountaineering boots equipped with crampons stepped onto snow and ice that had accumulated over hundreds of millions of years. The biting gale, carrying frost across the sky, raged and whistled. Several Chinese scientific expedition team members, People's Liberation Army (中国人民解放军) soldiers, and Tibetan (藏族) compatriots, carrying surveying equipment on their shoulders, pushed past their limits, struggling forward amidst the towering glaciers of Mount Everest (珠穆朗玛峰). These heart-stirring moments were permanently frozen in the science and education documentary "Infinite Scenery on the Dangerous Peak" (《无限风光在险峰》). However, the snow-capped mountains in the footage, which should have been dazzlingly white, appeared crimson, and the once deep blue sky of the snowy plateau had faded into a dull shade. This precious footage from 56 years ago had long lost its original colors due to the erosion of time. Even more serious, film mold and frame adhesion caused blurring, ghosting, and defects; some images were even covered in layers of dense scratches, leaving this valuable documentary, which carries both historical and scientific significance, on the verge of being lost forever.
Deep inside a warehouse in Lhasa (拉萨), Tibet (西藏), a batch of old film reels that had also spanned half a century was facing a similar fate. They included both black-and-white and color formats, authentically recording major historical scenes such as the peaceful liberation of Tibet (西藏和平解放), the changes of the era, improvements in people's livelihoods, and cultural heritage. They completely preserved the historical trajectory of Tibet's development and possessed extremely high historical, cultural, and archival value. But after decades of time passing, coupled with limited storage conditions in the early years, the physical and chemical properties of these films had deteriorated comprehensively. If rescue and restoration were not carried out in time, these unique memories of the snowy plateau would be lost forever.
To seize the time for restoration, the Tibet Autonomous Region Film Public Service Center (西藏自治区电影公共服务中心), in collaboration with the China Film Archive (中国电影资料馆), officially launched the "Tibet Precious Historical Film Copy Digital Rescue Project" (西藏珍贵历史影像拷贝胶转数拯救工程) in 2024. In September of the same year, the China Film Archive dispatched a core restoration team to Tibet (西藏).
When the restoration team opened the long-sealed film canisters one by one, a strong, pungent acidic odor rushed toward them. Everyone immediately realized the severity of the problem—this was the "incurable disease" recognized in the field of film restoration: Vinegar Syndrome. "Infected" film continuously releases pungent acidic gases, causing the material to become brittle, colors to fade, and frames to stick together, eventually leading to complete crystallization and ruin. Even more fatal, this deterioration is highly contagious; if one reel is infected, the acidic mist spreads rapidly in the air, endangering all other films in the warehouse.
With time pressing and the task arduous, the restoration team and the Tibet Autonomous Region Film Public Service Center (西藏自治区电影公共服务中心) held urgent consultations. Based on the preservation era, degree of damage, and the value of the films, they selected 33 films, totaling 158 reels, as the primary targets for urgent rescue and restoration, rushing them back to Beijing (北京) to carry out comprehensive digital rescue work.
At the Digital Restoration Laboratory of the China Film Archive (中国电影资料馆), the restoration team first conducted professional assessments based on the degree and type of damage for each film, customizing a systematic and rigorous specialized restoration process.
The first step was 4K digital scanning of the film, which is the foundation of image restoration and determines the quality of subsequent fine-tuning and recovery. However, this batch of film had long lost its ability to resist wear and was extremely fragile. To avoid secondary damage, staff had to check for film embrittlement, deformation, and sprocket hole damage frame by frame and segment by segment before each machine operation, repeatedly adjusting the equipment. Every operation tested the patience and skill of the restoration team.
Then came the more delicate digital restoration. Dirt spots, scratches, mold spots, jitter, flickering, and distortion—common image damages were all present in this batch of film. The restoration team categorized the problems into three levels, dealing with them from easiest to most difficult. They first used algorithms to automatically handle image jitter and flickering, then manually repaired dirt and mold spots frame by frame. The most difficult issues were the tiny scratches; they were numerous and distributed without any pattern. Restorers had to rely on front-and-back frame cloning technology, similar to "wire removal" in film and television special effects, to erase them bit by bit. A single frame could have thousands of "wires" to clean, and with tens of thousands to over 100,000 frames per film, the work required repeated refinement and 精益求精 (jīng yì qiú jīng - "refine and refine again," to constantly strive for perfection).
To rescue this precious historical footage, the restoration team raced against time, spending two years completing the restoration of a total of 1,461 minutes and 24 seconds of footage.
On May 25th of this year, the results of the "Tibet Precious Historical Film Copy Digital Rescue Project" (西藏珍贵历史影像拷贝胶转数拯救工程) were released at the Tibet Film Building (西藏电影大厦). As lakes and mountains regained their vibrant colors, the previously blurred eyebrows and smiling faces became clear and distinct, and the laughter and songs that had been buried in noise became crisp and audible, allowing the past to reappear clearly. In the footage, there were records of urban and rural development, authentic documentation of the masses' production and life, and vivid scenes of ethnic unity and mutual assistance. At the important milestone of the 75th anniversary of the peaceful liberation of Tibet (西藏和平解放), the restoration and release of these historical images allowed people to more intuitively perceive the profound changes that have taken place in Tibet (西藏) over the past 75 years.
Film carries history, and images witness the era. This project goes far beyond "renewal" at the technical level. The restored images provide irreplaceable visual evidence for historical research, ethnographic recording, and social change analysis. They also open a vivid window for the world to look back, allowing the profound history and culture of the snowy plateau to shine brightly in the digital age. We will continue to shoulder our mission and responsibilities, guarding the cultural lineage of Chinese imagery with professional strength, and contributing to the protection, revitalization, and intergenerational inheritance of our country's film archives.
(The authors are affiliated with the China Film Archive (中国电影资料馆) and the Tibet Autonomous Region Film Public Service Center (西藏自治区电影公共服务中心), respectively.)
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The dance drama *Ode to the Eternal Horse* (千古马颂) is not only our affectionate confession to the grasslands, but also a tribute to the national spirit of being 坚韧不拔 (jiān rèn bù bá - "firm tough not pull," unyielding and persistent) and loyal, brave, and resolute.
In terms of overall conception, we established the principle of "seeing the person through the horse, and conveying the spirit through the person." The life journey of a herdsman's son—from birth, growth, and falling in love, to setting off for battle and returning—is like a river on the grasslands, carrying the flow of emotions. Galloping ceaselessly within this river is that white horse—it is a partner, a mount, a comrade-in-arms, and, more importantly, the embodiment of the spirit.
The dance drama is divided into four chapters. "Love Between Man and Horse" (人马情缘) begins with the primordial universe, establishing the poetic tone of the entire production. "Homeland on Horseback" (马背家园) focuses on "home" and "growth." Chapters such as "Migration" (迁徙), "Pastoral Song" (牧歌), "Ode to the White Steed" (白骏马赞), "Carved Saddle" (雕花的马鞍), "Passionate Love" (热恋), and "Wedding Ceremony" (婚礼) showcase the daily life, labor, and emotional world of the horses and herdsmen. "Legend on Horseback" (马背传奇) elevates the theme to "homeland" and "protection." When the peaceful pastoral song is interrupted by the horn of war, personal emotions give way to the responsibilities of home and country. "Parting" (别离), "Prayer" (祈愿), "Setting Off" (出征), "Life and Death Together" (生死相依), and "Return" (归来) constitute the parts with the strongest emotional tension. The finale, "Free Steed of Heaven" (自由天驹), is the sublimation of the entire drama; the grand farewell ceremony is a tribute to sacrifice and dedication, and even more so, a blessing to an immortal spirit.
The greatest challenge in creating this dance drama, which features the "horse" as the main character, lies in "integration." We have fused equestrian performances, horseback acrobatics, theatrical acting, music, poetry (narration), and modern stage art technology into one. The horse is the lead actor; ensuring that over a hundred well-trained horses can precisely execute theatrical performances within a limited stage space amidst shifting lights and music requires immense difficulty in training, coordination, and choreography. Their galloping and leaping are the most impactful dance vocabulary; scenes such as formation marching, formation changes, and man-horse dancing are expressions and releases of emotion. The free gallop of heroic horsemanship, the play between a youth and a foal, the pair of horses riding side-by-side with lovers in the saddle, and the life-and-death companionship on the battlefield all reach a realm where there is no horse under the crotch, no rider on the back—a state of unity between man and horse, with emotions beating in sync.
The stage utilizes a massive circular cyclorama, multi-layered gauze screens, a moving stage, and meticulously designed lighting, tightly integrated with real-time rendered 3D imagery to construct a stage space where the virtual and the real coexist. The majesty of the cosmic galaxy at the opening, the harshness of wind, snow, and yellow sand during migration, the brightness and vastness of the grassland pastoral, and the thunderous power during the departure for battle are all realized through the comprehensive application of these technologies. The Morin Khuur (马头琴), Khoomei (呼麦), Long Tune (长调), carved saddles (雕花马鞍), lasso poles (套马杆), wedding rituals, and benedictions are organically integrated into the plot, becoming part of the narrative and lyricism.
We faced many challenges during creation. To make the audience understand and believe in the profound emotional connection between man and horse requires extreme attention to detail and emotional foreshadowing. Most importantly, it requires that grand themes such as "national spirit" and "man and nature" be conveyed delicately and movingly through stage movements and situations. In the early stages of rehearsal, we spent a great deal of time letting the actors and horses live together to build trust, capturing the real emotions between man and horse, and bringing them onto the stage in an artistic way. In the "Life and Death Together" (生死相依) scene, where the herdsman's son and the white horse both fall wounded, their refusal to abandon each other and their mutual entrustment of life and death possess the most emotional penetration. Furthermore, the poetic narration acts like a thread of emotion and philosophy, stringing together pearl-like scenes and guiding the audience to understand the deeper meaning behind them.
Man and horse are not about control and conquest, but about companionship and gratitude. Man and the grasslands are not about extraction, but about protection. This value of 守望相助 (shǒu wàng xiāng zhù - "guard watch mutual help," looking out for and helping one another) and reverence for life is precisely the warmth and strength needed in this era. *Ode to the Eternal Horse* (千古马颂) is not just a dance drama; it is an exploration of grassland civilization, a poem written with emotion and dedicated to the horses and the herdsmen.
(The author is the Chief Director of the dance drama *Ode to the Eternal Horse* (千古马颂))
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A stone bridge in Xiqi Third Village (西淇三村), Denggang Town (登岗镇), Rongcheng District (榕城区), Jieyang City (揭阳市), Guangdong Province (广东省), has recently gone viral. Originally serving as a passage for villagers, this stone bridge has welcomed tourists from the Chaoshan (潮汕) region and beyond because it served as the filming location for scenes such as the protagonists' encounter and the postman falling into the water in the movie *Love Letter to Grandma* (《给阿嬷的情书》). People have flocked here following the film to experience walking across the bridge and carrying ceremonial flags, reenacting scenes from the movie, with visitor numbers reaching four to five thousand during peak weekends.
It is far from just the "hometown stone bridge" that has gained fame thanks to *Love Letter to Grandma* (《给阿嬷的情书》). In Xialiao Village (下寮村), Jinzao Town (金灶镇), Chaoyang District (潮阳区), Shantou City (汕头市), an olive tree approximately 520 years old has become a "holy site for confessions" for young people. Picking bayberries, making olive vegetables, intangible cultural heritage, homestays, and local specialties—the film has ignited rural tourism. From West Horse Road (西马路) in Jieyang Ancient City (揭阳古城), Yangqi Village (洋淇村) in Denggang Town (登岗镇), and Jiefang Road (解放路) in Mianhu (棉湖), Jiexi County (揭西县), to the Former Residence of Chen Cihong (陈慈黉故居) in Qianmei Village (前美村), Shantou (汕头), the Shantou Small Park Opening-up Area (汕头小公园开埠区), and the Qiaopi Branch of the Shantou Municipal Archives (汕头市档案馆侨批分馆), these streets, villages, and museums—accompanied by locally launched film-themed tour routes—have, like the "hometown stone bridge," become cultural landmarks that attract people to visit, stay, and take home wonderful memories.
Why did the "hometown stone bridge" go viral? For the Chaoshan (潮汕) "locals" (家己人), it evokes shared memories of their hometown as an ancestral home for overseas Chinese, strengthening local cultural identity and emotional resonance. For outsiders, it refreshes the scenes of this street, this village, and even this city, imbuing "tourism" with storytelling and emotional experiences. For cultural and tourism professionals, it has opened up new spaces for the integrated development of "Film Plus."
This year is the "Year of Promoting Film Economy." In February, the China Film Administration (国家电影局) and the Ministry of Commerce (商务部) jointly launched a comprehensive pilot program for "Film Plus" consumption. Activities such as "Travel with Movies," "Taste Food with Movies," and "Appreciate Intangible Cultural Heritage with Movies" have blossomed one after another. "Film Plus" has evolved from an initiative into a craze, acting as a fuse that continuously ignites consumption vitality. Summer is the peak tourist season, and various types of films will continue to be released during this year's summer season, which is expected to bring a new wave of the "Film Plus" craze.
For "Film Plus," igniting consumption is just the starting point. High-quality film IP (Intellectual Property) can continuously empower culture and tourism through a value cycle of "short-term explosion, medium-term quality improvement, and long-term accumulation." During the Spring Festival holiday last year, when *Detective Chinatown 1900* (《唐探1900》) was a hit, the filming location, Leling Film and Television City (乐陵影视城) in Shandong (山东), and its surrounding areas received nearly 700,000 tourists. Since then, the focus has shifted from photo-taking tourism to experiential consumption; last summer, immersive script-murder games built around the film's scenes drove a significant increase in revenue. *Love Letter to Grandma* (《给阿嬷的情书》) is about to be released in Hong Kong (香港), Macau (澳门), as well as countries such as Singapore (新加坡), Malaysia (马来西亚), and Brunei (文莱), and the filming locations, local delicacies, and cultural memories regarding Qiaopi (侨批) made popular by the film are expected to continue to feed back into the local economy and cultural development.
For "Film Plus," it must not only be added but also added appropriately and for the long term. The primary requirement is the establishment of film IP; only good works truly recognized by the audience can expand the space for "Film Plus." And only when film creation and production return to the laws of art and industry, resonating with the audience, and when culture and tourism move beyond the mindset of short-term traffic, will film and culture-tourism be mutually activated and grow together.
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The song and dance program "Jiliang" (吉量), performed on the same stage by a troupe of children from 56 ethnic groups alongside singer Zhou Shen (周深), became a massive hit across the internet during this year's Spring Festival (春节). This performance troupe hails from the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T), known as a "three-no" troupe: no permanent performers, no age restrictions for participants, and no fixed source of funding. For every fashion show, the performers are gathered on a temporary basis. Yet, this amateur public welfare performance team, which sounds highly unreliable, managed to travel from Kaili (凯里), Guizhou (贵州), to Beijing (北京), and from Beijing (北京) to the world in less than two years since its inception.
The founder of the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) is a Miao (苗族) youth named Gu Axin (古阿新). Gu Axin (古阿新) was born in a Miao (苗族) village in Wanshui Town (湾水镇), Kaili City (凯里市), Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture (黔东南苗族侗族自治州), Guizhou (贵州). During his university years, he sold Miao (苗族) embroidery from his hometown while studying. He said, "My tuition was embroidered by ten embroidery mothers in the village." After graduation, Gu Axin (古阿新) opened the "Gu Axin College Student Entrepreneurship Store" (古阿新大学生创业店) in Xi'an (西安), Shaanxi (陕西). He didn't earn much, but it was enough to support himself. In early 2024, Gu Axin (古阿新) took his mother and two large suitcases of ethnic clothing from his hometown to the streets of major European cities to film "flash mob fashion shows." Those exquisite, thousand-year-old traditional embroideries and intangible cultural heritage costumes quickly became popular across the internet, and his mother became a "star." Upon returning home, however, his mother felt a bit dejected: "There are still so many beautiful Miao (苗族) clothes locked in the wooden chests of the sisters in the village. How wonderful it would be if everyone had the chance to wear them and walk in a fashion show." Gu Axin (古阿新) took this to heart and decided to host a fashion show in his hometown.
In July 2024, in Kaili (凯里), Guizhou (贵州), the "Village T" (村T) officially launched on a wind-and-rain corridor only 50 meters long. There were no flashy lights, grand stages, exquisite designs, and certainly no professional models. The designers were the mothers who made wedding dresses for the girls; the participants were grandmothers who had just finished selling vegetables, grandfathers who had returned from plowing the fields, and children who had just learned to walk. When they took the stage, some still had mud on their legs. As they walked, some would even burst into laughter. Their joy quickly spread via the internet, attracting more and more performance troupes to come to the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) to walk the runway. Gu Axin (古阿新) found it somewhat overwhelming—the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) does not charge fees; the shows are free to walk in and free to watch. He and his friends were doing this entirely as a public service, and the money they had was only enough to last two months.
When Gu Axin (古阿新) decided to stop the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T), the mothers in the village began to pool their money—10 yuan, 20 yuan... They hoped that the "Village T" (村T) would continue. An elderly grandmother over ninety years old said she wanted to wear the clothes she wore when she was married to walk in the show; they were embroidered by her mother for over ten years, and she had kept them in her wardrobe for fifty or sixty years, hoping to wear them for everyone to see in her lifetime. Gu Axin (古阿新) cried. He knew that the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) was not showing off clothes, but love. From then on, he decided that no matter how difficult it was, he would keep the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) going.
In over a year, they have held nearly a thousand fashion shows. Through this special runway, tourists have come to know Miao (苗族) batik, Yao (瑶族) maple-scented dyeing, and Gelao (仡佬族) bean dyeing. They have also witnessed exquisite and peerless tin embroidery, horsehair embroidery, and layered cloth embroidery passed down through generations of ethnic minorities... Like a spring breeze blooming every ordinary flower, the lives of many mothers and grandmothers have become extraordinary since then—children, grandfathers, and grandmothers from the village have stepped onto the stages of China Fashion Week (中国国际时装周) and the United Nations Climate Change Conference (联合国气候变化大会), and the fingertip skills of the grandmothers and mothers have also reached the world.
Every time a weekend show ended, Gu Axin (古阿新) would always think about how great it would be if the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) could be on the Spring Festival Gala (春晚). In December 2025, the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T) performance troupe received an invitation to rehearse for the Year of the Horse Spring Festival Gala (马年春晚). When the news arrived, everyone was both happy and worried. The happiness went without saying, but the worry stemmed from the need to ensure that "not a single one of the 56 ethnic groups is left behind." Finding children who were brave enough to get on stage, aged between 5 and 12, and whose parents or family members could accompany them to Beijing (北京) was 难上加难 (nán shàng jiā nán - "difficult upon difficult," extremely difficult). During that time, they were "searching for children across the entire internet" every day. What was moving was that when cultural workers in Xinjiang (新疆), Yunnan (云南), Inner Mongolia (内蒙古), and other places heard the news, they mobilized resources in their respective regions and ethnic groups to help Guizhou (贵州) find and screen age-appropriate children. From Nanyi Valley (南伊沟) in Tibet (西藏) to the Dulong River (独龙江) in Yunnan (云南), from the Hulunbuir Grassland (呼伦贝尔大草原) to the Pamir Plateau (帕米尔高原), from Jingmai Mountain (景迈山) to Alishan (阿里山)... everywhere there were figures searching with love. On an evening in early February 2026, when the last child joined the main group, all the children put on their colorful ethnic costumes and cheered as they ran to the hall to welcome the "fifty-sixth." At that moment, the eyes of the adults were moist. We know deeply that this completeness belongs to every person from all corners of the country who silently contributed their love, and to every simple yet affectionate Chinese person.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year (大年初一), we took the children on a New Year's flight to the birthplace of the Guizhou (贵州) "Village T" (村T), the wind-and-rain corridor in Kaili (凯里), to hold a return show for the Spring Festival Gala (春晚). Sunlight shone through the clouds, and the children leaned against the cabin windows, their eyes sparkling. Suddenly, I felt a bit dazed, thinking that if I didn't call their names at this moment, but instead called out Yarlung Tsangpo River (雅鲁藏布江), Nu River (怒江), Leigong Mountain (雷公山), Alishan (阿里山)... how lively and magical the cabin would be. Those distant place names transformed into concrete and adorable faces because of the gathering of the children, all together on one flight, hand in hand, heart to heart, soaring in the blue sky of our motherland. It was truly wonderful.
(The author is the Vice Chairman of the Guizhou Provincial Federation of Literary and Art Circles (贵州省文联))
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