As 2025 draws to a close, China Media Group (CMG) recently released its list of the top 10 news stories that shaped mainland China this year. From 🚀 space breakthroughs to 💡 tech innovations, here's a quick roundup for all our young Asian readers!
- 🚀 Lunar Triumph: Chang'e-6 Mission – In June, the Chang'e-6 probe returned samples from the moon's far side, marking a major leap in China's space exploration.
- 💰 Digital Yuan Cross-border Pilot – This year, digital yuan trials expanded to ASEAN partners, making cross-border payments smoother than ever.
- 🔋 Fusion Energy Breakthrough – Domestic tokamak experiments hit a new energy output record, bringing clean fusion power closer to reality.
- 🌱 National Carbon Market Launch – China's first nationwide carbon trading scheme went live, boosting green initiatives across industries.
- 🚄 High-Speed Rail Expansion – The network surpassed 14,000 km, connecting more cities and cutting travel times for millions.
- 💻 AI Superchip Debut – A homegrown AI chip rivalled global counterparts, powering smarter apps and devices.
- 📈 Shanghai Financial Hub Reforms – New policies opened more sectors to overseas investors, driving fresh growth in mainland China's financial markets.
- 🌐 5G-Advanced Rollout – Next-gen mobile networks now cover 95% of urban areas, boosting speeds and reliability.
- 🏙️ Green City Showcase – Pilot "sponge cities" absorbed floodwater in urban tests, setting a model for climate resilience.
- 🎉 Cultural Night: Terracotta AR Experience – Xi'an's event used AR to bring ancient history to life, blending tradition with tech.
Whether you're watching the skies or scrolling through apps, these top stories highlight mainland China's fast-paced growth in 2025. Stay tuned for more! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
