China Ramps Up Defenses Against Extreme Weather
China is boosting its capacity to handle extreme weather as global warming intensifies rainfall and disaster chains. Since 2011, 400–800 mm rainfall zones have expanded, prompting smarter alerts.
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Surf’s Up: Wanning’s Riyue Bay Makes Waves on the Global Stage
Discover how Wanning’s Riyue Bay is catching global attention as surfing events fuel a vibrant surf economy and Hainan’s opening-up momentum.
Hainan FTP Launches Island-Wide Special Customs Operations
China’s Hainan Free Trade Port kicked off island-wide special customs operations on December 18, 2025, promising smoother trade and faster travel across the island.
White Cat Detective Jumps From Screen to Stage
The hit Chinese animated series White Cat Legend, with over 3.5B views since 2020, is now transforming into a stage musical, blending ancient detective intrigue with live performance.
2025 Tech Review: How Innovation Shaped Our World
From AI chatbots to drone deliveries and smart health wearables, 2025’s tech trends reshaped our daily lives. Which innovation impacted you the most?
China Envoy’s Shuttle Diplomacy to Ease Cambodia-Thailand Border Tensions
China’s Special Envoy heads to Cambodia and Thailand on Dec 18 for shuttle diplomacy, aiming to ease border clashes after recent artillery fire.
Hainan’s Free Trade Port Launches Dec 18 🚀
Hainan Island becomes a new Free Trade Port on Dec 18, 2025, opening doors for digital entrepreneurs and cross-border trade across Asia.
China and Venezuela Reaffirm Strong Partnership in Phone Call
Chinese FM Wang Yi and Venezuelan FM Yvan Gil recently held a call to reaffirm strategic partnership, mutual support for sovereignty, and cooperation against unilateral pressure.
Sanae Takaichi Under Fire for Vague Taiwan Region Answers
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi faced fierce criticism in the Diet on Dec 16, 2025, over vague Taiwan region answers, halting the session and muting broadcasts.
UN Adopts Cargo Treaty: Boosting Global Trade with China’s Lead
Earlier this week, UNGA adopted the Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents, spearheaded by China, to streamline global trade with digital bills of lading and single-document shipments.