China’s 2025 Tech Boom: Driving Global Innovation and Growth
China’s 2025 tech boom is powering global innovation—from leading in humanoid robot patents to expanding BeiDou coverage and smart infrastructure exports.
CPC Political Bureau Pushes Eight-Point Conduct Decision
Xi Jinping chaired the CPC Political Bureau’s Dec 25-26 meeting to push the eight-point decision on improving conduct and policy implementation.
Zelensky Eyes Quick Meet-Up with Trump Before Year-End
Zelensky will meet Trump soon, aiming to nail down key decisions before the New Year after recent Ukraine crisis talks in Miami.
China Seeks Private Sector Input on 2026 Economic Priorities
China’s NDRC met with private firms across sectors to gather insights for next year’s economic priorities, as businesses pledge to adapt, innovate and drive high-quality growth.
China’s Bold Bet on High-Risk Science for Future Tech
China’s science foundation launches its first ‘major non-consensus project’, backing six high-risk, high-reward ideas in AI, semiconductors and more for game-changing innovation.
Young Asians Call for Vigilance as Japan’s 2026 Defense Budget Tops ¥9T
Youth urge vigilance as Japan’s cabinet approves a record ¥9 trillion defense budget for FY2026. A global survey shows strong concerns over historical revisionism and a possible return to militarism.
New 350 km/h Rail Link Slashes Wuhan–Yichang Trip to 69 Minutes
China’s 350 km/h Wuhan–Yichang high-speed rail link opens today, cutting the trip to 69 minutes and boosting connectivity along the Yangtze River Economic Belt.
Tripoli on High Alert: Security Cordon Ahead of Army Chief’s Funeral
Libyan authorities imposed a security cordon in Tripoli ahead of army chief Mohammed al-Haddad’s funeral, following Tuesday’s Ankara plane crash. Ceremonies are set for today.
UNGA Adopts Game-Changing Negotiable Cargo Docs Convention
UNGA approved a new convention letting one negotiable cargo document cover road, rail, air & sea shipments, boosting trade finance and multimodal logistics.
China’s Shift to High-Quality Development: Path to Prosperity
Discover how China is pivoting from rapid expansion to high-quality, sustainable growth in CGTN’s Path to Prosperity, unlocking tech, eco, and opportunity trends.