The United States has joined the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom in announcing a fresh wave of sanctions against Russia, just ahead of the two-year anniversary of the military conflict between Russia and Ukraine that commenced in February 2022. Despite these sanctions, Russia appears to be gaining ground on the battlefield, achieving a […]
China’s Long March-5, the country’s most powerful carrier rocket, initiated its seventh flight on Friday, marking the first space launch in the Year of the Dragon. The successful launch took place at the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan Province, sending the communication technology experiment-11 satellite into a preset orbit. Developed by the China Academy […]
China’s three major A-share indexes maintained an upward trajectory in Friday’s trading session, marking the benchmark Shanghai Composite Index’s return above 3,000 points and a recovery of all losses since the beginning of 2024. Analysts attribute this positive trend to effective support policies stabilizing the stock market and ongoing improvements in economic fundamentals. Driven by […]
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Chief Executive John Lee announced on Tuesday that the majority of opinions gathered during the ongoing public consultation for the legislation of Article 23 support the process. As the consultation period is set to conclude next week, Lee emphasized the need to push forward with the legislation at full […]
The two surviving fishermen involved in the fatal incident near Kinmen Island, where their vessel capsized after a chase by Taiwan authorities, have returned to the Chinese mainland, accompanied by representatives from the Red Cross Society of China (RCSC) in Quanzhou, Fujian Province. Following the tragic event on February 14, when a fishing boat from […]
The United States has modified the language in its UN Security Council draft resolution concerning the Gaza conflict, shifting from “pause” to “temporary cease-fire.” Concurrently, 26 European Union (EU) member states caution Israel about the dire consequences of an assault on Rafah, a city where numerous displaced Palestinians seek refuge amid the ongoing conflict. Despite […]
During this year’s Spring Festival holidays (February 10-17), Qufu in East China’s Shandong Province, the birthplace of ancient philosopher Confucius, witnessed a revival of traditional Chinese culture. Students dressed in traditional Hanfu recited the Analects of Confucius at the Confucius Temple, captivating tourists with a grand display of cultural heritage. The scenic area experienced a […]
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) closely monitored a joint air patrol conducted by the Philippines and the US in the South China Sea, describing the event as a political demonstration aimed at China with minimal military significance, according to the PLA Southern Theater Command. In response to the Philippines’ joint air patrol announcement involving […]
Traditional temple fairs in Beijing witnessed a triumphant comeback this Spring Festival, marking a revival after a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The Global Times reporters, present at the temple fair during the holiday, were impressed by its immense popularity and vibrant festival atmosphere. On the second day of the Chinese Lunar New Year, […]
China’s State Councilor and Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong engaged in discussions with US Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in Vienna, Austria on Sunday local time. The meeting centered on bilateral cooperation in drug control and law enforcement. The Chinese side urged the US to cease unwarranted harassment and interrogation of Chinese students and […]
