On Sunday, the China Coast Guard (CCG) announced the expulsion of a Philippine Coast Guard vessel that repeatedly intruded into waters near Huangyan Island in the South China Sea from February 2 to 9. The CCG, emphasizing its professional response, reiterated its unwavering commitment to safeguarding China’s national sovereignty. Gan Yu, CCG spokesperson, reported that […]
According to the China Tourism Academy, domestic tourist trips in China are projected to surpass 6 billion in 2024, while the combined total of inbound and outbound tourist trips is expected to exceed 260 million. The country experienced a substantial rebound in its tourism economy last year, with the number of domestic tourists and income […]
Data from a Chinese tourism platform has revealed a remarkable 270% surge in search popularity for Kashi, located in Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, after the city featured as a branch venue for the Spring Festival Gala, according to local media reports on Sunday. The ancient city of Kashi, selected as a sub-venue for […]
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin expressed concerns over the recent incident at Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, emphasizing the need for prompt and transparent disclosure of information. Following reports that 5.5 tons of water containing radioactive materials leaked from the facility, Wang highlighted the deep-rooted problems in the internal management of Japan’s Tokyo […]
The enchanting beauty of Xinjiang once again captivated the Chinese audience during an eight-minute singing and dancing spectacle at the Xinjiang Kashi sub-venue of the 2024 China Central Television (CCTV) Spring Festival Gala, also known as chunwan, on Friday night. The performance showcased a diverse and vibrant ethnic style, offering a vivid snapshot of Xinjiang’s […]
The Beijing Football Association clarified on Saturday that there are no plans to host matches involving Lionel Messi in the capital. Furthermore, a scheduled friendly match with the Argentina national soccer team in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, set for March, has been canceled due to “well-known reasons,” as confirmed by the Hangzhou Sports Bureau on Friday. […]
China experiences a robust start to the Spring Festival holidays, marked by a notable surge in consumption, including a remarkable increase in movie ticket sales, an unprecedented travel boom, and festive purchases on the first day of the eight-day holiday. The strong momentum in consumption during this year’s holidays is anticipated to surpass pre-pandemic levels […]
Chinese medical professionals and experts are forecasting a potential minor baby boom in the Year of the Dragon, attributing it to a triple impact: the cultural preference for the dragon zodiac, a rebound in fertility post-pandemic, and improved fertility support policies. On the first day of the Year of the Dragon, nine dragon babies were […]
Organizer Tatler Asia announced on Friday that it will provide a 50 percent refund to those who purchased tickets through “official channels” for the friendly soccer match between the Hong Kong Team and Inter Miami. The statement expressed apologies for the disappointment caused by Lionel Messi’s absence in the game, adding that details of the […]
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is set to visit China with a business delegation in April, emphasizing the considerable importance Germany places on China’s constructive role in economic recovery and international affairs. Sources from German media outlets FAZ newspaper and Reuters indicate that Scholz’s visit is scheduled for April 15 to 16, with invitations extended to […]
