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At the invitation of Chilean President Michelle Bachelet, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Chile on November 22.
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a state visit to Peru, a country dubbed the Andean Eagle on Monday. Xi and his Peruvian counterpart, Pedro Pablo Kuczynski held talks.
From Beijing to Lima, China has played a leading role, and served as a responsible major country. Under Beijing’s wisdom, the road of Asia-Pacific cooperation is expanding.
From the Yanqi Lake, Beijing two years ago to the Andes today, APEC's development remains inseparable with Beijing’s proposal and driving force.
During the past couple of days, Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Ecuador has become a major event for the equatorial country in South America.
On Nov. 17-23, Chinese President Xi Jinping is paying a state visit to Ecuador, Peru and Chile.
Tandazo hopes both sides would usher in more green-friendly and socially responsible cooperation, so we can protect what is precious for all of us.
The third World Internet Conference is held in Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province on November 16 to 18.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will embark on a whirlwind 3-nations tour - Ecuador, Peru and Chile - on Nov. 17-23.
Trump refused to quit when most people were expecting him to lose in a landslide. He was fighting for the American people who have been forgotten by the elite ruling class in the US.
China and Russia have entered a new era of closer ties on the diplomatic and economic fronts.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang is traveling abroad on a four nations visit in an eight-day whirlwind tour. He visited Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Latvia last week, and is now in Russia.
CRRC (China Railway Rolling-stock Corporation) Ltd., the largest train equipment manufacturer in the world, has built massive rail networks, and continues to upgrade train technology setting for higher speeds, along with more safety and comfort for passengers.
This week, the Chinese people nationwide are reflecting upon their shared history over the 80th Anniversary of the ‘Long March.’
That blossoms in spring, brings forth fruit in autumn. October is China’s harvest season. 2016 marks the 10th anniversary of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) countries cooperation mechanism.
We can expect to witness mutually respectful ties between China and the Philippines in the near future that could last for many years to come.
Autumn is a harvest season. At the invitation of Bangladeshi President Abdul Hamid, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Bangladesh on October 14-15, the first by a Chinese head of state in the last 30 years to the South Asian nation. It embodies the significance of milestone for China-Bangladesh ties.
At the invitation of Cambodian King Norodom Sihamoni, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Cambodia on October 13-14.. During the trip, Xi met with King Sihamoni and visited Queen Mother Norodom Monineath Sihanouk. He held talks with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen and witnessed the signing of bilateral cooperation documents.
The Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump Debate was hosted by Hofstra University. Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton had won the debate on technical points and composure.
It was exactly 80 years ago that the Long March－the strategic march of the Red Army that trudged and fought its way through thousands of miles across China－ended in the rugged, cave-riddled mountainous terrain of Yan'an in Northwest China's Shaanxi province.
Whether Japan is truly seeking regional peace and security or just fishing in the troubled waters by increasing military presence in the South China Sea is not a hard question to answer.
Enhancing international and regional relations remains an essential part of China’s “great-power diplomacy.” After the successful conclusion of the Group of 20 (G20) Summit in Hangzhou, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang departed to Laos for the China-ASEAN leaders' meeting and East Asia Summit.
Liang Shuming, a master of Chinese culture and philosopher, asked how can the world get better? However, many people from Europe and American countries are pessimistic that tomorrow would not get better.
Three years ago, Chinese President Xi Jinping put forward an initiative to build the Silk Road Economic Belt and 21st Century Maritime Silk Road during his overseas visits in 2013.
The 11th summit of the Group of 20 (G20) major economies concluded on September 5 with a G20 Leaders' Communiqué of the Hangzhou Summit.
The 11th Group of 20 (G20) Summit was opened in Hangzhou, east China amid the world's attention on September 4.
"G20 Green" is approaching. The 11th G20 Summit is being held at the scenic West Lake in Hangzhou in east China's Zhejiang Province on September 4-5.
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote speech at the Business 20 (B20) summit in Hangzhou on September 3, wining waves of applause.
The G20 Hangzhou Summit hosted by China has captured the world's attention.
The 2016 G20 Summit will be held in Hangzhou in eastern China's Zhejiang Province on September 4-5. Beijing has conducted major preparations to host the event.
The Group of 20 (G20) summit will open in Hangzhou in eastern China's Zhejiang Province on September 4-5. The city has been dubbed a ‘paradise on earth.’
The G-20 group symbolizes political and economic power, which dominates the world's agendas and selects priorities for global development.
The Russian ambassador to China Andrey Denisov gave an interview to CNTV Panview to explain his expectations about the upcoming G20 Hangzhou Summit.
Two days before the 11th gathering of leaders from the Group of 20 - twenty major economies in the world - in Hangzhou, China, on Sept. 4-5, Brazil has confirmed its attendance.
Rebuilding the world order has arrived at a crucial moment with cooperation and international benefits of global governance reaching a historic new high.
Amid the 2008 financial crises, the world had witnessed the inauguration of the G20 Heads of State Summit as a mechanism to mitigate growing challenges in our increasingly globalized world.
Relations between China and Italy have dated back to the times of the Imperial China and Ancient Rome eras when the exchange of goods on land via the Silk Road, and on sea routes, had witnessed a surge of Chinese silk and Roman glassware trading hands through merchants.
China has set up a blueprint on formal dialogue for the 2016 G20 Hangzhou Summit, "breaking a new path for growth," marking the first G20 summit to focus on midterm development of global growth.
On August 23, Chinese President Xi arrived at Banyan village in Haidong city, Qinghai Province while it was raining.
Indonesia announced on Aug. 17 that it would rename the waters 200 nautical miles around Natuna Islands in the South China Sea as "Natuna Sea."
On August 22, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Golmud, a city in Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province, which stands at an average altitude of 2800-meters.
China will host the 2016 G20 Summit on Sept. 4-5 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, east China. To understand China's amazing economic rise, we should pay attention to Chinese President Xi Jinping's ‘New Normal’ economic theory, which he had introduced in 2014.
We live in a globalize world that encourages cross-border coordination to overcome difficult times, and to enhance development.
Turkey and China have some similarities in their cultures. The Chinese and Turkish peoples are similar with their Asian roots and support traditional family values that favor strong networking ties in their daily lives and careers.
Myanmar's State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi was invited to pay an official visit to China on August 17-21.
In eastern China’s Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou will host the Group of 20 (G20) Summit on Sept. 4-5 and would greet heads of state from 20 of the most powerful nations.
China will host the next G20 Summit in Hangzhou on Sept. 4-5 as global leaders plan to discuss how to get the fragile global economy back on track.The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has just downgraded its 2016 global growth rates forecast and policy makers will explore methods to jumpstart international trade and investment.
The G20 has become a key international forum since its inception in 1999. China will host the summit this year.G20 member states are Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Turkey, Britain, U.S.A, South Africa and the European Union.
The upcoming G20 Huangzhou Summit, scheduled for Sept. 4-5, would focus on "Building an innovative, invigorated, interconnected and inclusive world economy," which would require more effective management of G20-members' economic and political relations network and closer than ever country-to-country dialogue.
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), a free trade zone covering the largest population, most extensive region with the most diverse members, and dynamic development, may conclude with great possibilities by the end of 2016.
Recently, imminent national defense cooperation between Russia and Turkey had aroused wide concerns for the international community, since their cooperation would greatly impact regional security order.
The Group of 20 member states (G20) is composed of the top 20 most influential nations in the world, along with the European Union (EU), which was formed in 1999 as an offshoot of the G7.
Traditionally, the United Stated has used China, East Asia, and other overseas destinations for outsourcing industries.
Jiuquan Iron and Steel Company (JISCO) based in Gansu Province，northwest China has purchased Alpart Bauxite-Alumina Refinery in Jamaica, which was formerly owned by a Russian company, UC Rusal, but the Bauxite Alumina Plant had slowed down and Jamaicans were losing jobs.
Since the beginning of 2016, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has taken tough actions to sprint for his stated goals of amending the Pacific Constitution and transforming Japan Self Defense Force (JSDF) into the NDF, (National Defense Force) that allow them to get deployed abroad.
Yukon is one of Canada's provinces that offers a great tourist destination for Chinese visitors to explore. Also with an easier visa process, it's a good destination for foreigners.
As the Rio Olympic Games have gone into full swing, the world is paying much attention to Rio. The "Olympic economy" is a hot topic on the internet.
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's administration had issued its first defense white paper after introduction of new security bills.
The grand opening ceremonies of the 31st Summer Olympic Games was held at Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro at 7:00 am Beijing time，August 6.
Nearly all Chinese herald the 15th Century admiral Zheng He, a eunuch, as one of the greatest naval explorers of all time. He led a massive fleet to travail thousands upon thousands of miles, trekking from the Chinese home port of Nanjing to reach far-flung locations in Southeast and South Asia, East Africa and Arabia.
The presidential election in the United States of America has been rumbling on.
The Supreme People's Court (SPC) on August 2 issued a regulation on the judicial interpretation to clarify China's jurisdiction over its territorial seas, which provides a clear legal basis for Beijing to protect the maritime order, marine safety and interests, and to exercise integrated management over the country's jurisdictional seas.
As host of the Group of 20 (G20) 2016 summit, China has prepared for a long time and is ready to greet heads of states in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.
Some foreign analysts call China's rejection of the recent ruling by the Permanent Court of Arbitration on matters of dispute in the South China Sea "China's first international test" as an emerging power.
On the 40th anniversary of the Tangshan Earthquake, Chinese President Xi Jinping gave an inspection tour in Tangshan, Hebei Province, north China.
This summer has been filled with agitating news of natural disasters, along with terrorist attacks. What is wrong with our world? How could this happen so frequently and should we anticipate more to come?
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met United States Secretary of State John Kerry in Vientiane, capital of Laos, on July 25, to discuss China-US relations.
July has been a historic month for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
A key sign of financial health is savings; if one does not have a decent amount of money tucked away for a rainy day, it is a sign that all is not well.
Japan's 2016 Defense White Paper is set for discussion at Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Cabinet meeting in early August.
China's Taiwan regional leader Tsai Ing-wen gave an interview to the Washington Post. She said it isn't likely that the "Taipei government" will accept a deadline for conditions that go against the will of the people.
On Jan. 29, 1991, then-United States President George Bush stood at the height of his popularity with the American people.
Chinese President Xi Jinping added "cultural confidence" to the previous "three confidences" propagated by the Communist Party of China (CPC) during his speech to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the founding of the CPC on July 1.
On July 13, two passenger aircrafts were deployed by the Chinese government, which flew from Haikou to the newly-built airports on the Meiji Reef and Zhubi Reef in the South China Sea, and returned for a safe landing.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang delivered a keynote speech, "Eurasian Partnership of Common Destiny to Open a New Chapter of Upgraded Cooperation" during the 11th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM) Summit on July 15 in Ulan Bator, Mongolia.
The “EU-China Belt and Road Partnership” forum was held at the Renmin University campus in Beijing on July 16, 2016. Scholars and experts on EU-China relations were in attendance to share their thoughts and research over communications and partnerships between China and the European Union.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang paid an official visit to Mongolia from July 13 to 14, which was the first visit by a Chinese premier in six years and the first by a foreign leader since the recent parliamentary elections and the formation of a new Mongolian government.
Since the American Revolution in the 1770s, and especially since the end of the Second World War in 1945, the United Kingdom (UK) is the country from which many former colonies wanted their independence.
Chinese President Xi Jinping said that China will not accept any proposition or action based on the decision Tuesday by the South China Sea arbitral tribunal.
In a statement on Tuesday,the government of the People's Republic of China said it neither accepts nor recognizes the award of an arbitral tribunal in the South China Sea arbitration established at the request of the Philippines.
The 2016 Rio Olympics is coming soon, but media reports have given mostly negative news coverage on it. You don't see many people excited about the Olympics.
The Huangyan Island is an inalienable part of China's territory.
Does the world need another giant radio telescope? Yet before answering the question, we should ask, "What is a radio telescope?" According to Cambridge Online Dictionary, it is "device for receiving scientific study, the electromagnetic waves sent out by objects in outer-space."
Panview Exclusive: According to China's Maritime Safety Administration (MSA), three fleets of the Chinese Navy are holding military drills near the Xisha Island in the South China Sea (SCS) as a regular exercise arranged in accordance with the annual plan.
Panview Exlusive: On July 1, The Taiwan Navy 131 Fleet fired a supersonic anti-ship missile during a drill inspection in the westward sea of the Taiwan Island, destroying a Taiwanese fishing-boat, while killing one person and injuring three.
On July 1, a celebration marking the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China was held at the Great Hall of the People, in Beijing.
President Xi Jinping calls for China to upgrade its international communications — "to tell China's story well and to disseminate China's voice well."
The American-based media outlet, Fiscal Times, had posted an article on June 10 entitled, The "Warcraft" Movie is the Next Troubling Step in the Evolution of Hollywood."
China’s rising population and economic growth rates have sparked a stronger need for food cold-chain logistics. Beijing is calling for food companies to build cold chain networks. Constructing necessary infrastructure outside of major cities - transportation and electricity - can pose as challenging, but the Chinese government has committed itself to address such needs.
The 9th Meeting of the China-Vietnam Steering Committee for Bilateral Cooperation had concluded on June 27, which resulted in fruitful achievements.
Grenada’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Dr. Denis G. Antoine, had recently presented his credentials to President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People. In an exclusive interview, Amb. Antoine had reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen bilateral ties between China and the Spice Isle of the Caribbean, Grenada.
The best way to predict the future is to review history and examine reality. In 1800, there were 900 million people living in our world. China’s populations stood at 300 million. The country’s food production had accounted for about a third of the world, which ranked number one globally.
The United Kingdom held a referendum on June 23 that resulted in 52 percent of voters deciding to leave the European Union.
The annual three-day Summer Davos 2016 is underway in Tianjin on June 26-28, focusing on "The Fourth Industry Revolution and its Transformational Impact."
On June 25, the top leaders of China and Russia signed in Beijing the Joint Statement on Strengthening Global Strategic Stability by President of the People's Republic of China and the President of Russian Federation, which is the first joint statement to maintain global strategic stability in the world after the Cold War.
Russian President Vladimir Putin paid a state visit to China on June 25. Chinese President Xi Jinping met with his Russian counterpart Putin on Saturday afternoon in Beijing.
On June 23, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) opened its 16th meeting of a two-day Council of Heads of state in Tashkent, Uzbekistan , which coincided with celebration of its 15th anniversary. The SCO continues to mature, while demonstrating outstanding achievements of China's diplomacy.
On June 22, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at the Uzbek Legislative Chamber in Tashkent, “Create new brilliance of the Silk Road with joint efforts.”
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is the ruling party, which has made outstanding contributions to China's overall development. Beijing intends to construct a "moderately prosperous society" by the time to mark its centenary in 2021, since the party's founding.
It's early summer in Warsaw, capital of Poland, and the flowers along the Vistula River have blossomed with the fragrance penetrating amid a beautiful piano melody.
On June 21, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a two-day state visit to Uzbekistan upon invitation and attends the 16th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit Meeting in Tashkent On June 23 and 24.
On June 20, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the grand welcoming ceremony hosted by Polish counterpart, Andrzej Duda at the Presidential Palace during a state visit to Poland.
The 16th meeting of the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) Council of Heads of State will convene in Tashkent, capital city of Uzbekistan, on July 23-24 to mark the 15th anniversary since its founding, while it's the first permanent governmental international organization to be named after a Chinese city.
Hangzhou-based online retailing giant Alibaba stands atop as China's largest e-commerce company. In terms of GMV (gross merchandise volume), it's way ahead of rivals - JD.com and Suning.
Chinese President Xi Jinping started his state visit to Poland on June 19 after concluding a Serbia visit. Poland deployed fighter jets to escort Xi's plane when it entered into Polish territory.
Panview Exclusive: Uzbekistan, an ancient country of the Silk Road, will be the third stop of Chinese President Xi Jinping's three-nation Eurasian tour, which will lift Beijing's relations in the region to new highs.
President Xi Jinping was the first Chinese head of state to pay a state visit to Serbia in 32 years, which opened a new chapter for the history of friendship between the two countries.
On June 18, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Serbia, and attended a grand ceremony held by Serbian President Tomislav Nikolic. They held talks amid a friendly atmosphere to reach an extensive common consensus.
On June 17, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Belgrade to begin a state visit to Serbia.
On June 17, Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Beijing for Serbia, Poland and Uzbekistan to make a state visit and to attend the 16th meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of State in Tashkent, capital of Uzbekistan.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is paying state visits to Serbia, Poland and Uzbekistan on June 17-24 to attend the 16th SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) Summit held in Tashkent, capital of Uzbekistan, which would promote the Belt and Road Initiative.
A DJ (disc jockey), who had worked for a radio station in the United States for more than twenty years, had contacted me on WeChat to seek a recommendation on a reliable and affordable smartphone, because the iPhone was too expensive for him.
The continued crisis facing Brazil has caused deep uncertainties. Internal political and economic problems have worsened with the new interim government led by Michel Temer.
On June 12, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang held talks with German Chancellor Angela Merkel at the 4th round of Sino-German government consultations, marking her ninth visit to China.
As the internet has become an inseparable part of our daily lives, it has become necessary for increased supervision over it. As a parent, I am concerned about the content my child views.
The specialty of the Communist Party of China (CPC) lies in its guiding principles and theoretical system, as well as its organizational form.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was established on October 24, 2015.
China adheres to the path of peaceful development and an independent foreign policy of peace. Beijing has attached great importance to its neighboring diplomacy of amity, sincerity, mutual benefit and inclusiveness and is also committed to advancing peace, stability and development in the Asia-Pacific region.
The Dragon Boat Festival, a national holiday, will be celebrated on June 9. However, for those who are not Chinese or foreigners who have never visited the country, have you ever heard about this holiday?
Today, the international community is paying close attention to the future direction of the Chinese Communist Party. We have entered an era, which means not knowing the CCP indicates not knowing China.
After launching the Asia-Pacific re-balancing strategy, the United States has interfered with diplomatic, political and military matters in the South China Sea, making an overall peaceful situation much more complicated.
After the end of the Cold War, the United States had become the world's sole superpower. Ever since, Washington has engaged in mindless predicaments for strategic gains.To maintain its superpower status, Washington needs to dominate a stable international order, but due to various regional forces growing in influence on international affairs, the US must adjust to the circumstances.
Digitalization and industry 4.0 are key topics for China´s Strategy 2025. Beijing seeks access to industry 4.0 knowledge from Western companies, while China and Germany are global industrial powerhouses.
The ancient Chinese had discovered, named and developed those islands in the first place. During Japan’s invasion of China in the 1930s-1940s, the islands were deprived of its natural resources and set up as a bastion for the Japanese military to invade Southeast Asia.
The peacekeepers camp of the United Nations' Stabilization Mission in Gao, northern Mali was under terrorist attacks, leading to one dead and four wounded Chinese peacekeepers. The incident had aroused tremendous concern in China.
One of my American friends told me that there was a Chinese student in his class when he was in high school. In his first year at school in the United States, he couldn't understand English and just knew the alphabet.
The rhetorical war between China and the United States over the South China Sea dispute is increasing in magnitude. Washington has wasted no time to sponsor seminars and think tanks to drive a wedge between Beijing and other claimant nations in the region.
Bejing hosted three top-level science conferences on May 30 that would boost China to become a leading global power in science and technology.
The "International Symposium on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" organized by the Chinese Foreign Ministry and the United Nations agencies in China was held in Nyingchi Prefecture, southwest China’s Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) on May 30.
July 1, 2016 is the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China. The Party began as a small boat, and despite experiencing strong winds and rain, it made every effort to move forward, and had emerged into a big ship.
Families from all over the world are expected to celebrate Children's Day on June 1. It's a day to honor kids, especially those living in China.
A motivated Chinese entrepreneur had come to realize his American dream in an unusual way. Yao Zhan, a Hunan Province native, had graduated from the National Defense University and worked in the rocket science sector in China.
The Republic Of Montenegro has recently joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), which introduces the first new member state since 2009 and also epitomizes NATO's new round of expansion.
The G7 summit was held in Japan on May 26, while the G20 summit is scheduled for about a 100 days later in China's Hangzhou.
India President Pranab Mukherjee paid his first state visit to China on May 24-27, serving as one of the most important high-level interactions between the two countries in the past few years.
On May 23-25, Chinese President Xi Jinping had visited a number of cities in Heilongjiang province, Northeastern China, including Yichun, Fuyuan, Jiamusi, and Harbin.
United States President Barack Obama is expected to visit Hiroshima, Japan, the site where American forces had dropped its first atomic bomb, in efforts to enhance the US-Japan alliance.
Chinese President Xi Jinping made an inspection tour in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province from May 23 to 25.
United States President Barack Obama ended his three-day visit to Vietnam on May 25. The International community has paid much attention to his trip.
On May 23, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a survey visit to Yichun City, Heilongjiang Province in Northeastern China.
The European Union, United States, China, Japan are preparing for the so-called 2nd quantum revolution. The EU plans to invest 1 billion Euros in research for the next 10 years, starting in 2018.
The United States bi-monthly magazine The National Interest posted an article, "Get Ready, Russia and China: American Missile Defense Is Going 'Star Wars'," which said Washington is engineering a next-generation ground-based interceptor capable of destroying multiple approaching enemy targets with a single-kill vehicle.
Under the CELAC-China Forum, Chinese President Xi Jinping has dubbed 2016 the year of China-Latin America and Caribbean Cultural Exchange to promoting greater understanding of the Caribbean and Latin America.
The nine-dashed line was first discovered and owned by China. It is a maritime boundary line formed after China’s long-term jurisdiction and development of the South China Sea islands.
Japanese comics (Manga) and animations (Anime) have become very popular in China.
The United States recently released its new Report on China Military and Security Development, an extension of its ten years survey entitled "report on Chinese military strength".
Robert Frost, an American poet, had written, ‘The Mending Wall,’ which had popularized the phrase, "Good fences make good neighbors."
The 69th World Health Assembly will be held in Geneva on May 23-28. On May 16, a spokesperson for Taiwan's health authorities had confirmed that Taipei received a reply letter from the World Health Organization (WHO), with an account and password from the WHO headquarters to send out invitations for the assembly.
At the Hannover Messes Technology Summit on April 25-29, many leading hi-tech industry players had presented their latest products and technologies, while the summit was highlighting ‘Smart Factories’ and ‘Intelligent Manufacturing’ for "Industry 4.0," a term that originated in Germany and is synonymous with "IIoT(Industry Internet of Things)."
The United States' recent actions to build an anti-missile system in Europe has caught much attention from Russia.
Cupertino, Ca.-based Apple Corporation has enjoyed grand success in recent years.
The West is accusing China of manipulating global markets yet again. This time, it wants to delay a much-anticipated Market Economy Status (MES) for China under the World trade Organization (WTO).
On May 12, 2016, a publicity event was held for the book "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" at the Ivor Alex Sauceda bookstore in Athens, capital of Greece.
Since Taiwan has elected a new leader, Beijing has repeatedly explained its position on the future of cross-straits relations.
The Seventh ministerial meeting of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum (CASCF) was held in Doha, Qatar, while all members had endorsed all tasks of the agenda on May 12.
On May 12, 2016, the Doha Declaration was passed at the seventh ministerial conference of the Sino-Arab cooperation forum in Doha, Qatar.
China has a long history of supporting the horse industry. Domesticating horses in the country had begun in 3000 to 2300 B.C. Horse-drawn chariots were widely-used during the Shang Dynasty, circa 1450-1050 B.C.
From the start of China's cooperation with Africa 60 years ago, there has been continual support in the field of health care.
Recently, I spent eleven days of my honeymoon, driving from Cleveland, Ohio to Winchester, Tennessee.
Despite an amazing expansion of China's economy and rapid urbanization, passenger vehicle ownership rates hover below 30 percent for Chinese households, according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM).
Taipei's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is set to become the ruling party in the island of Taiwan and President-elect Tsai Ing-wen will deliver her inauguration speech on May 20.
Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi had visited Malaysia and Indonesia on May 7-10 and attended the second meeting of the China-Indonesia High-level Economic Dialogue.
Rodrigo Duterte, former mayor of Davao, has won the election to become the next President of the Philippines as the nation's House and Senate are set to declare the official results in early June.
The 7th Congress of Korean Workers Party of the DPRK (Democratic People's Republic of Korea) opened in Pyongyang on May 6.
Ohio Governor John Kasich's withdrawal from the primaries for the Republican Party nomination of President 2016, places real estate mogul Donald Trump as the GOP's presumptive nominee for the White House.
At the invitation of the Senegal and Chadian governments, Chinese State Councilor Yang Jiechi visited the two nations on May 4-10, which had been an important diplomatic gesture occurring after the Johannesburg Summit.
On May 6, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe paid a quick and unofficial visit to Russia, and held a three-hour discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Abe became the first Japanese leader to visit Russia in the past few years, which imply that Russian-Japan ties have recovered over the Ukrainian crisis. As an informal ice-breaking visit, no documents were signed, but they still held in-depth exchange of views on issues of common concerns.
On April 24, Armenians had commemorated the 101st anniversary of the 1915 genocide that consigned 1.5 million men, women and children to a torturous end. The Anglo-Saxon world, which was battling the Turks during this period, appeared powerless as another 700,000 Assyrian and Syrian Christians, 350,000 Greeks and an unspecified number of Syrian Muslim intellectuals were killed at the hands of Young Turks and the Kurds.
On April 26, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull announced that Paris defeated Berlin and Tokyo to win a 50 billion Australian dollars submarine order.
Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida ended his three-day visit to China on May 1, filled with achievements. Yet, he started his diplomatic trip to ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) to restrain Beijing.
Chinese outbound tourists and expenditures had ranked first in the world last year. According to statistics released by China National Tourism Administration (CNTA), 120 million Chinese citizens had traveled abroad in 2015.
US President Barack Obama doesn't think Tokyo deserves an apology for the US using the atomic bomb against Japan in 1945, said White House spokesman Josh Earnest on May 2.
China’s remninbi (RMB) currency stands poised for higher valuations in the mid to long-term future, according to the United States Department of Treasury that had issued its ‘Semi-Annual Report to Congress on International Economics and Exchange Rate Policies for 2016’ last Friday.
Since Shenzhen-based Huawei had expanded to Africa in 1999, the telecommunications giant has opened training centers in seven African countries, a research and development center in Johannesburg, South Africa, and a network operations center in Cairo, Egypt.
Canada and China have maintained strong business relations for the last forty-six years.
On April 28, the 5th foreign ministers' meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) was held in Beijing. Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony.
On the morning of April 26, President Xi Jinping arrived at the Institute of Advanced Technology, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and viewed display models of high-tech enterprises' technological achievements.
There's much ado about some Chinese neglecting good manners when traveling abroad. The Japanese government had released video footage of the Chinese trampling in Tokyo's public gardens to steal cherry blossoms.
Germany and China are the leading nations in nanotechnology besides the US and Japan. While Germany's nanotechnology sector has a longer history than China, China's nanotechnology industry has developed rapidly in a short time.
On April 25, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a visit to Xiaogang, a village in Fengyang County, Chuzhou, Anhui Province.
At noon April 24 (Berlin-time), United States President Barack Obama arrived in Hanover, Germany, which was his last stop on his European tour, and could be last visit to Germany before he departs from the White House.
April 30, 1975 was emancipation day of Saigon and end of the Vietnam War. Yet after 41 years, many Vietnamese still struggle with devastating after-effects, even though the postwar generation has matured in Vietnamese society.
On April 24, President Xi Jinping paid a visit to Jinzhai County in Dabie Mountains, Anhui Province, a key target for China’s poverty alleviation campaign. Xi spoke with local leaders and farmers.
On April 22, Earth Day, 175 world leaders and representatives gathered at the United Nations headquarters in New York to sign the Paris Agreement on climate change, which concerns our “Earth village.”
April 23 marks the 21st World Reading Day and the tenth anniversary of a “national reading campaign” launched by the Chinese government.
We have one Earth, and to confront a deteriorating eco-environment, we are obliged to protect it. The theme for this year’s Earth Day in China is “intensively and economically save natural resources, live a green and simple life.”
China has long struggled with pollution. It’s inevitable that when a nation transforms from an emerging market into a developed one, there would be growing pains. China’s economic success story has helped hundreds of millions of Chinese escape from poverty, but new societal ills have arisen.
Since terrorist attacks had struck Europe and the Middle East from the end of last year, many Southeast Asian countries with large Muslim populations are facing greater threats of terrorists attacks.
On April 16, Indian Defense Minister Manohar Parrikar arrived in China for a five-day visit. On April 18, India’s External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, along with his Chinese and Russian counterparts Wang Yi and Sergei Lavrov, attended the 14th China-Russia-India Foreign Ministers Meeting in Moscow.
The Brazilian lower house of Congress passed a proposal to impeach its president with 367 (over two-thirds majority) members in favor on April 17.
The study of Feng Shui, also called Kan Yu (堪舆), has developed since the Warring States Period（475 BC, or 403 BC—221 BC）in ancient China. It's about harmonious interactions between human beings and nature.
On account of pending territorial disputes and sensitive US-Russia relations, little is expected from Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's upcoming visit to Russia in May.
The Chinese have enjoyed a long history of supporting innovations, since they have made notable developments in paper-making and gunpowder.
One of China's major infrastructure projects in Africa is construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) running from Kenya's port city Mombasa to Nairobi and to the western border town, Malaba.
On April 12-14, the United Nations headquarters in New York had kicked off unprecedented "open auditions" for candidates seeking to become the next UN Secretary General.
The Sixth Beijing International Film Festival (BJIFF) is set to kick off on April 16 to 23 with 15 films competing for Tiantan Award. The opening ceremony will be held on April 16 at Yanqi Lake International Convention Center, a northern suburb of Beijing.
Pakistan hopes to emerge with a more robust economy. Poverty has crushed the spirits of many Pakistanis, but a partnership with China can create new opportunities for them.
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March, the epic story that has fascinated many people regardless of nationality.
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Nigerian President Muhammad Buhari paid a state visit to China on April 11-15.
China's national drive on football development has been endorsed by a newly-issued plan on April 11 to help the national football team ascend to world class status by 2030.
On April 11, the G7 foreign ministers meeting in Hiroshima, Japan, issued a statement expressing concern over the East China Sea and South China Sea, and calling for international law to maintain maritime order, while expressing opposition to changing the status quo and aggravating tensions.
The G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held in Hiroshima, Japan on April 10-11.
Russia and the United States have clarified the development direction of their military reforms, which have entered a new phase of structural adjustments in order to upgrade combat effectiveness.
The last session of the 13th National Assembly (NA) of Vietnam will close on April 12. The Vietnamese Parliament on April 7 elected Nguyen Xuan Phuc as the country's new Prime Minister.
The 6th Beijing International Film Festival is set to raise its curtains on April 16. The movie "Book of Love" with Tang Wei and Wu Xiubo, starring, and directed by Xue Xiaolu was selected as the opening film of this year's festival.
The "Korean wave" is a popular cultural product brand promoted by the South Korean government and enterprises. In pursuit of export-oriented industrial development, Seoul is determined to sell its "Korean wave" brand and related products worldwide.
There hasn't been much talk on the coming digitalization of the economy, society, known as the 4th industrial revolution. Beijing´s new Five-Year Plan hopes to transform China's export-orientated, low tech economy into a high-tech industry driven by the domestic market.
The annual Balikatan (Shoulder-to-Shoulder) joint military exercises between the Philippines and United States have started in the Philippine capital， Manila on April 4. Compared to previous years, the 2016 military exercises had aroused international concerns.
China's Ministry of Commerce announced on April 5 that it would impose embargos on some imports and exports coming to and from the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), which marks a step forward on Beijing's measures to implement UN Security Council's resolution on sanctions against the DPRK to demonstrate China's obligations as a responsible major power.
Chinese children's fiction writer Cao Wenxuan won the Hans Christian Andersen Prize of the 2016 International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) at the Bologna Children's Book Fair in Italy on Monday.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi paid a two-day official visit to Myanmar on April 5-6. He met his Myanmar counterpart, Aung San Suu Kyi.
The headquarters of the think tank, Center for Strategic & International Studies, is located on Rhode Island Ave. in Washington D.C., costing more than $100 million to build it. Wealthy donors have given hundreds of millions of dollars more to CSIS, since its founding in the 1960s.
When Chinese-looking persons enter the Nairobi City Market or Massai Market Fair in Kenya’s capital, they are often greeted with “Ni Hao” as they pass shops and stands. Some local shop-keepers have a broader Mandarin vocabulary, which helps them sell African woodcarvings, fabric, or other local souvenirs to Chinese tourists.
On April 1 U.S. local time, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the fourth Nuclear Security Summit (NSS) and delivered a speech entitled "Strengthen Global Nuclear Security Architecture and Promote Global Nuclear Security Governance".
During his attendance at the 4th Nuclear Security Summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with US President Barack Obama. This was the first meeting for the two leaders this year.
Our world faces tumultuous times amid the spread of militant Islamist terrorism, as members of the Islamic State (IS) are trying to get their hands on dirty bombs (radioactive weapons).
On March 31 U.S. local time, Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Barack Obama held a one-on-one meeting on the sidelines of the fourth Nuclear Security Summit at the Washington Convention Center.
The online retail giant, Hangzhou-based Alibaba Group Holdings, has enjoyed outstanding sales growth.
Again we are awash with advice. With China's President Xi Jinping again meeting with U.S. President Barack Obama, pundits the world over are eager to offer their suggestions and proposals to improve US-China relations.
Japan's new security laws have gone into effect on March 29, while China, the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) and Russia are considered existing "threats" to Tokyo.
The 4th Nuclear Security Summit (NSS) will be held in Washington D.C. from March 31 to April 1 with more than 50 world leaders in attendance.
Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to the Czech Republic on March 28-30. President Xi and leaders of the Czech Republic exchanged views on common concern, such as China-Czech relations, China- Europe relations and cooperation under the "16+1" framework between China and Central and East Europe (CEE).
On the first day of President Xi Jinping’s visit to the Czech Republic, President Milos Zeman had arranged an informal meeting with Xi at the Lany presidential chateau in central Bohemia.
The Fourth Nuclear Security Summit is scheduled to be held on March 31 to April 1 in Washington D.C., capital of the United States.
President Xi Jinping is making his first state visit to the Czech Republic and his first trip to a central and east European country, which is also his first visit to a European country in 2016.
Chinese president Xi Jinping pays a three-day state visit to the Czech Republic on March 28-30, 2016. It's Xi's first visit to the Central-Eastern Europe (CEE) region since he took office in 2013.
As a writer for CNTV Panview, I was in Cleveland on Primary day for Ohio. Residents in the state were selecting US Presidential nominees for the Democrat and Republican Parties.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is paying a three-day state visit to the Czech Republic on March 28-30. It's the first visit by a sitting Chinese President since the two nations established diplomatic ties 67 years ago.
At the invitation of President Milos Zeman of the Czech Republic, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Prague to start his state visit on March 28.
As the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics approaches, stormy political turbulence in Brazil has captured the world's attention.
At the invitation of Czech President Milos Zeman, Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to pay a state visit to the Czech Republic on March 28-30.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said Asian countries would benefit from China's development at the opening ceremony of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) annual conference on March 24.
China’s new TV regulations convey a good understanding on the power of sight and sounds when coupled together. TV networks broadcast mesmerizing messages that can convey a wide array of emotions from viewers. TV & Films can transform the mindsets of our culture.
Despite the sanctions of the United Nations Security Council, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) has test-fired missiles, which has ignited strong concerns from the international community. Simmering security tensions on the Korean peninsula haven’t changed at all. Why has Pyongyang constantly demonstrated its tough resolution against the great powers?
The annual Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) themed, “Asia's New Future: New Dynamics, New Vision,” is held in Boao, Hainan province, south China on March 22-25. International political and business leaders, along with think-tank experts have gathered to discuss the future of Asia and the world.
Alpha Go had proven this month that its AI (artificial intelligence) can defeat one of the top (human) players in the 3,000-year-old Chinese game, Go, which is said to have more possible board configurations than there are atoms in the universe.
The Washington D.C.-based think tank, Brooking Institute, has touted innovation as the key driver of growth for the "new economy" of China, which is also expected to be a major topic of conversation at the upcoming G20 Forum, scheduled for Sept. 4-5, 2016 in Hangzhou, best known for its scenic West Lake, east China.
Language is vital to comprehend the heartbeat of a culture. Africans and Chinese have had a limited understanding of each other until recently.
The Lancang-Mekong River Delta region has long experienced a vibrant history.
US President Barack Obama paid a state visit to Cuba on March 20-22, the first, by a sitting American President since 1928.
The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) will be held on March 22-25 in its birth town of Boao in Hainan province, south China.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the dialogues between China and ASEAN countries, and 2016 would also witness the first meeting of Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC).
China is transforming its economic growth mode to support a stronger services-oriented sector that relies less on exporting low-grade and low-priced products, while cutting taxes and stimulus spending.
United States Secretary of State John Kerry said Russia's plan to withdraw most of its forces, along with the opening of United Nations-mediated Syria talks in Geneva, may be "the best opportunity" to end the five-year civil war.
If you are Chinese, just imagine that for half a year you cannot eat dumplings. If you are an American, just for half a year you can only eat food without cheese.
Since nuclear weapons were used for the first time during the end of World War II., the United States has developed more high-tech weaponry, proposed new military operations theories and methods of warfare, as well as having converted practice scenarios into actual combat.
The "Belt and Road" (B&R) initiative has been a major topic of discussion at this year's "two sessions."
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang highlighted Beijing's fundamental policies in the government work report issued at the opening ceremony of the 2016 National People's Congress (NPC).
German train technology stood as one of the global leaders in the past few decades, along with American, French and Japanese train technology. However new developments in China have put an end to that stage.
To know where China is going as a country is to confront the challenges of change in every sector of China's nationhood and statecraft.
Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke to national lawmakers from the military at the ongoing annual parliamentary session on March 13.
While China is conducting its annual "two sessions" meetings - the Chinese National People's Congress (NPC), and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), it happens to occur the same time when US states are conducting their legislative sessions, and bills get introduced to the US Senate and Congress.
For European Union SMEs (small medium-sized enterprises) that have already set up business in China, they are confronting a mixed picture.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang delivered the government work report and 13th Five-Year Plan on March 5 at the current two sessions, which had outlined the status of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) and Macao Special Administrative Region.
President Xi Jinping discussed the national unity of ethnic groups, grass-roots health conditions, housing for herdsmen, labor transfer in poverty-stricken areas and other issues of concern, when he joined national lawmakers from the northwestern province of Qinghai during the annual parliamentary session on March 10.
The Chinese renminbi (RMB) has joined the ranks as one of the most-widely used currencies in global markets. The United States dollar remains the world’s top currency and would continue to hold that position for the years ahead, but China’s economic rise has boosted the RMB’s value as well.
The countries -China and India - share a common land border and as such they enjoy historic relations of friendship.
Speaking at the annual session of the National People's Congress (NPC), China's top parliamentary body, Premier Li Keqiang said that the nation wants to eliminate poverty by 2020.
Where is China going? Everyone is wondering. There is now a new way to know. Everyone interested in China should be familiar with President Xi Jinping's "Four Comprehensives", his overarching political theory.
In the afternoon of March 9, Li Jianguo, vice chairman of the standing committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), explained the draft of the Charity Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) at the second meeting of the fourth plenary session of the 12th National People's Congress , China's top legislature.
China's MIIT (Ministry of industry and information technology) has begun testing 5G technology with a goal to have it made available nationwide by 2020.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined Beijing's major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics on March 8 on the sidelines of the national legislative session.
On March 8, at the press conference on China's foreign policy and foreign relations, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi mentioned the fruits the "Belt and Road" initiative.
Poverty alleviation has been the most important part of the people's livelihood, and President Xi Jinping is most concerned about it.
On March 7, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke to the Heilongjiang delegation at the annual session of the National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature.
In 2016, the annual growth rate target of China's gross domestic product (GDP), economic reforms, "Belt and Road" construction, financial market development and other pivotal issues of China have caught the world's attention.
The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top parliamentary body, and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top advisory body, convene its annual sessions, known as the "two sessions" on March 3-15 2016.
At the beginning of March, the United States dispatched an aircraft carrier fleet to the South China Sea, which created another "hot issue" for the turbulent Asian-Pacific region.
The Belt and Road (B&R) initiative，known as New Silk Road has become a national strategy that was introduced by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2013 to expand China's global influence.
The Third Plenum of the 11th Communist Party of China Central Committee made a major decision to implement the reform and opening up policy in 1978.
On March 5, President Xi Jinping spoke with deputies from Shanghai delegation at the annual session of the National People's Congress (NPC), China’s top legislature.
The annual meetings - NPC (National People’s Congress) and CPPCC (China People’s Consultative Conference) - have placed China in the world’s headlines yet again. Expert observers are searching for clues on how Beijing would craft its first year development for the 13th five-year plan.
The 2016 National People’s Congress (NPC or China’s top legislature) has already convened and Chinese leaders - President Xi Jinping, Premier Li Keqiang and the State Council (Cabinet) - are calling for sweeping reforms to create better conditions for a prosperous nation and to ensure sustainable development.
On March 4, Chinese President Xi Jinping held a meeting and had joined a panel discussion with political advisors from the China Democratic National Construction Association and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce during the ongoing 4th session of the 12th Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) or China's top political advisory body.
During the 2015 Two Sessions, Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang had officially included the phrase, “massive entrepreneurship and innovation by all” in his government work report.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's Belt and Road initiative stands as a result of robust economic planning that would transform the global trade and investment map far ahead into the future.
During the 2015 Two Sessions, Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang had officially included the phrase, "massive entrepreneurship and innovation by all" in his government work report.
Since China had launched an aircraft carrier, the outside world has paid much attention to its purpose. Beijing's first aircraft carrier was named, "Liaoning" to be used for training and scientific research purposes.
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a resolution on March 2 that imposes new sanctions on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) in order to curb the country's nuclear and missile programs.
"Innovation" is the keyword on everyone's lips as the National People's Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) are to commence the 2016 annual plenary sessions on March 5 and 3 respectively in Beijing.
China and its Belt & Road initiative should be elaborated on against a background of the broad Eurasian and world policy dynamic picture.
Iran's two key elections of the parliament and Assembly of Experts had ended on Feb. 26. Conservatives, reformists, and moderates are three major forces in political circles.
The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top parliamentary body, and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), China's top advisory body, are scheduled to convene its annual sessions, known as the "two sessions" on March 3-15 2016.
In just under four months, the British public will vote on whether the nation should continue its 43-year membership of the European Union.
Chinese president Xi Jinping is considered to be an outstanding leader in our contemporary times. Throughout his professional career, he’s been a good role model for others.
The first G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in 2016 was held in Shanghai on Feb. 26-27, and China will be the host country for the G20 Summit 2016.
At the beginning of January, China had announced the formation of "five great war theaters." Accordingly, Beijing's army reforms have attracted plenty of domestic and international attention.
Two centuries ago, the Austrian statesman Klemens von Metternich observed: “Asia begins at the Landstrasse.” Nations east of this Viennese street were already exhibiting parochial undercurrents that were contrarian to Western thought. This fault-line remains with modified contours, exacerbated by the trifecta of EU failures in its immigration, economic and foreign policies.
The 4th Session of the 12th Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC, China’s top advisory body) and the National People's Congress (NPC, China’s top legislature) will be held on March 3 and 5 respectively in Beijing.
China's State Council (Cabinet) believes the nation is shifting away from an exports-driven market and towards a services-based economy.
Recently, the White House announced United States President Barack Obama will pay a historic visit to Cuba on March 21-22.
On February 18, 2016, Pakistan's first special English edition magazine hosted a launching ceremony in Islamabad to introduce Chinese President Xi Jinping to Pakistani readers.
The White House on Feb.18 issued a statement saying that United States President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle will pay a state visit to Cuba on Mar 21-22.
Agriculture is an important sector for a country that boasts of a rural population of more than 600 million by 2015. Farming first started in China at around 7000-6000 BC as farmers grew the millet and corn crop.
Much of Western China remains rustic and sparsely-populated. Rural farm villages dot the landscape, where a modern-day world seems far away.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held the third round of bilateral diplomatic and strategic dialogue with his Australian counterpart Julie Bishop in Beijing on Feb.17. At a joint press conference, Wang said Beijing would promote denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and a truce-to-peace mechanism with relevant parties.
Recently, the Western media has been clamoring against Beijing’s deployment of a missile system on its Yongxing Island, Xisha Islands. Washington seeks to sensationalize Beijing’s actions in the international community to provoke ASEAN member countries to side against China.
After two days and 30-straight hours of intense negotiations, the United Kingdom and European Union had reached a new agreement on Feb. 19.
United States President Barack Obama held an unofficial meeting with leaders of ASEAN countries in California on Feb.15-16 after they all met in Kuala Lumpur last November.
During the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, I bought a crimson background tie-dye dress from the Beijing Zoo Clothing Wholesale Market.
The Syrian crisis, lasting over five years, remains a pending issue without a political solution, while a peace process agreement was approved by the United Nations Security Council last year.
Texas has long been known as a cowboy state, all because the Hollywood movie star John Wayne played popular roles as a Texas cowboy, riding a horse into the sunset to rescue the world.
Turbulence, turmoil and uncertainty are three words that were repeatedly heard at the 52th Munich Security Conference (MSC). At the opening ceremony, the MSC chairman announced some good and bad news.
The Zika virus is ravaging South America. On February 1, 2016, the World Health Organization (WHO) held its first meeting of the International Health Regulations Emergency Committee on Zika virus.
Media reports say, US-South Korea bilateral talks will be held this month in Seoul to announce the deployment of a THAAD missile defense system in South Korea.
In the early morning of the second day of the Chinese Lunar New Year, riots had erupted in the district of Mong Kok, Hong Kong.
Is this economic recovery for real? According to how far the Dow Jones Industrial Average has risen since the financial crisis of 2008-2009, as well as the questionable statistics published by the United States Labor Bureau, the answer would be, “yes.”
When the Chinese were celebrating the Spring Festival last week, its neighbor, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) had successfully launched a Kwangmyongsong-4 satellite, which sparked chaos in Northeast Asia again.
Some Chinese traditional customs include pasting spring couplets, hanging red lanterns and eating dumplings, to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, while many elderly give lucky money to children as gifts.
According to the lunar calender, February 8, 2016 marks the first day of the Chinese New Year, the beginning of the Year of the Monkey. The Chinese zodiac has a 12-year cycle of animals: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig.
On February 10, China and Nigeria will celebrate the 45th anniversary of of diplomatic relations. Both sides have shown mutual respect on sovereign and territorial integrity, while adhering to the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence.
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The Spring Festival (Chunjie), also known as the Chinese New Year, is the most important traditional festival in the country. It has a more than 4,000-year history.
The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in northwest China is recognized for its oil and gas riches along with other natural resources. However in 2015, oil prices had plummeted while the downward cycle of the commodities markets had inflicted substantial pain on Xinjiang and Central Asia countries.
China has over a thousand-year history of exchanges with Southeast Asian nations. The ancient maritime Silk Road were key routes for trade and people-to-people exchanges between China and Southeast Asia.
The first week of this year saw the official launch of the China-Africa Industrial Cooperation Fund to assist Africa's development. The fund was jointly founded by the China Foreign Exchange Reserves and Export-Import Bank of China.
On January 25, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan (MOFA) set up a Strategy Headquarters to promote reform of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
The United States is broadcasting extensive news coverage on China’s economic slowdown. Those negative reports give Americans and others reading the news the perception that China faces more serious difficulties.
The much-anticipated Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was inaugurated 800 days after it was first proposed on Nov. 2013.
Africa has witnessed unprecedented economic growth rates in the last decade, at above 5%, which is testimony to the continent's dynamism.
Jamaican prime minister Portia Simpson Miller met with newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador Niu Qingbao to Jamaica on January 26. The prime minister said Jamaica is grateful to Beijing for granting loans on favorable terms and free economic aid and expects to strengthen economic and trade exchanges with China in a bid to attract more investments.
On January 6, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) disturbed the world by conducting its fourth nuclear test. In response, the United States had ordered a mobilization of troops in the Northeast Asia region.
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Many people criticize TV violence that pervade mass media in the United States of America. However, Chinese kung fu is acknowledged as respectable“martial arts” by Americans.
The European Union law enforcement agency (Europol) has announced the creation of a European Counter Terrorism Centre (ECTC), which aims to boost cooperation among EU member states and focus on tackling foreign-born Islamist extremists, by sharing intelligence and expertise to combat online terrorist propaganda, and illegal arms trafficking.
This month, when the world's media were summarizing big events of 2015, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) (North Korea) had carried out its 4th nuclear test, while Taiwan was electing a new leader. Apparently, East Asia has always endured some tensions.
About 18 months ago, crude oil prices in the futures markets were trading at around $US110-per/barrel. At its heyday, oil & gas corporations were reaping in cash bonanzas.
The Indian media reported on Janaury 25 that New Delhi planned to build a satellite station in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
In 2013, 9.6 percent of families included an unemployed person, down from 10.5 percent in 2012, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe delivered his 2016 policy speech at the lower house Diet (parliament) on Jan. 22, elaborating on domestic economic policies over wage reform and the recovery of disaster areas, as well as the "overlooking the globe" diplomacy.
The United States often speaks from a bully pulpit, proclaiming itself as the land of the free, the land of opportunity, progress and all things great.
Japan and the United States on Jan. 22 inked a deal stipulating that Tokyo maintained the budget for hosting U.S. Forces in the country.
While various Silk Roads have highlighted by China for a "Greater Eurasia" economic integration, it is time to look beyond infrastructure, trade and economics.
The annual World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland is a window to observe international spotlights.
On January 22-23, Chinese President Xi Jinping had paid a state visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran at the invitation of Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
On January 21, accompanied by the Arab League Secretary-General Nabil al-Arabya and Egyptian Prime Minister Sherif Ismai, President Xi Jinping had delivered a keynote address at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo entitled, "Work together for a bright future of China-Arab relations."
China and Iran have enjoyed close-knit relations, since China's Han Dynasty (207 BC - 220 AD) welcomed merchants from Central Asia, India and Persia (Iran) to trade goods in the country, which was known as the ancient Silk Road.
The game between the United States and Iran represents the suppressing of a superpower on regional powers in the post-Cold War era.
At the invitation of Iran President Hassan Rouhani, Chinese President Xi Jinping pays a state visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran on January 22-23.
On January 20, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo for a state visit to the Arab Republic of Egypt, after visiting Saudi Arabia. Egypt sent eight fighter jets to escort Xi's plane.
60 years ago, Western colonialism in the Arab world was collapsing. The late Chinese Premier Zhou Enlai had proposed the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence at the Bandung Conference, which promoted the national independence for Arab countries.
Since refugees have allegedly engaged in a string of sexual assaults and robberies during the New Year’s holiday in Cologne, Germany, there are serious concerns about public safety in Europe.
On January 19-20, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
On January 19, Chinese President Xi Jinping started a state visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Arab Republic of Egypt, and Islamic Republic of Iran at the invitation of Saudi Arabia King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Egyptian president Abdel Fattah al Sisi, and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani.
Yang Shaolin, director general of International Economic and Financial Cooperation at China’s Ministry of Finance, was appointed as the World Bank's Managing Director (MD) and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) on Jan. 11th. The bank has recognized China’s status in the global financial governance system, which will promote international financial reforms.
Many people who brave the cold and snow every winter, may dream of escaping to a tropical island. However, Harbin residents in Heilongjiang Province, northeast China take pride in enduring the frigid weather, where average daytime temperatures in January range from -14 to -20 degrees Celsius.
The opening ceremony of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was held at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing on Jan. 16 with Chinese President Xi Jinping in attendance.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will pay state visits to Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Iran on Jan. 19-23. It is the first foreign visit for Xi in 2016, demonstrating Beijing's high expectations to enhance relations with Middle East countries.
On January 16, Taiwan' leadership election was held. Tsai Ing-Wen, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate, won the leadership election.
2015 was a challenging year for Saudi Arabia, since global oil prices have plunged further. The start of 2016 saw Riyadh break diplomatic ties with Iran in the aftermath of Iranian protesters ransacking the Saudi Consulate in Tehran.
After lengthy preparations, the 12th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam (VCP) will be held in Hanoi on Jan. 20-28, which is a significant event for Vietnam.
The United States has recently deployed more strategic forces to the Asia-Pacific region, due to a so-called "hydrogen bomb" test in the People's Republic of Korea (DPRK).
Tsai Ing-wen, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate, won Taiwan's leadership election on Jan. 16, becoming the 14th "President of Taiwan" and will be sworn into office in May.
The Shang Dynasty had come into existence in 1500 B.C. China's society then had begun to engage in progressive changes.
On January 16-18, the Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is scheduled to launch its inaugural ceremonies and hold a Board of Directors meeting to start operations.
The European Commission had initiated first-round discussions on China's market economy status on January 13.
In the six years before the Ballon d'Or and the FIFA World Player of the Year Award were merged, the PL was well-represented: one winner was based in England, and so were three runners-up and two third-place finishers.
On January 16, China's Taiwan will hold elections for the leadership and the Legislature. The election will have a profound geo-political impact on the Asia-Pacific region and the world.
With China struggling in World Cup qualifying matches, currently sitting behind Qatar and Hong Kong, the China Football Association (CFA) had to change things up and fired its manager, Alain Perrin last week.
On January 12, United States President Barack Obama delivered his final State of Union Address. He focused on domestic issues, but how should we review his foreign accomplishments?
China's remarkable rise has come with greater global responsibilities. Beijing accepts its new role and has embarked on bold plans to transform infrastructure and finance mechanisms in Asia and further afield.
The Chinese Ministry of Culture on Jan. 8 had issued a statement about the selection of the Confucius Peace Prize, claiming the 6th Confucius Peace Prize was not condoned by the government of China and it has nothing to do with the Ministry of Culture.
Chinese President Xi Jinping ended his visit to the United States, and the United Nations and returned to Beijing on September 29.
The Saudi Arabia-Iran diplomatic row dominates the news headlines. On January 2, 2016, Saudi Arabia executed Saudi-born Shia Islam cleric, Nimr al-Nimr, which triggered large-scale protests in Iran, a Shia majority Muslim country.
At the beginning of the year, flight inspections of two civil airliners were successfully-tested at a newly-built airport on Yongshu Jiao, a reef at the southern-most point of China. However, the United States and Vietnam had expressed "concerns."
On Jan.12, United States President Barack Obama delivered his final State of the Union address. He attempted to show his determination against the "lame duck" phenomenon.
After many United States companies moved their factories to developing countries, such as China and other Asian nations, many U.S. citizens had lost blue collar jobs.
A seminar on Chinese President Xi Jinping's book, The Governance of China, was held at the 24th International Book Fair in New Delhi, India on Jan.10.
China's opening up and reform in the past few decades stand as a testament to its "free market status." Beijing encourages private enterprises to invest, operate and thrive here.
Recently, Australia had made a bid for a new generation of a submarine project globally, which is another move to enhance its military strength. Once these submarines are deployed, Canberra's overseas power will lift sharply.
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) shocked the world again by testing a hydrogen bomb at the beginning of the year.
On January 5, at a symposium to discuss improving Yangtze River Economic Belt development in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that development must prioritize ecology for China's long-term benefits.
Food security is one of the dominant challenges of our time. In 2015 approximately 800 million of the global population had to endure starvation or malnutrition.
During a visit to Chongqing Municipality, Chinese President Xi Jinping touted the development concepts of innovation, coordination, green development, opening up and sharing. He believed they have been derived from domestic and international experiences and based on analysis of the economic and social development trends and relevant laws.
While the United States and Russia were striking terrorist organizations of "Islamic States" and a diplomatic crisis had ensued between Russia and Turkey; Saudi Arabia and Iran announced the severance of diplomatic ties.
Sino-African relations in 2015 had culminated with the opening of the sixth Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in Johannesburg, South Africa, last December.
Swansea likes to do things unconventionally, as it proved in February 2014, when the club's directors surprised everyone by promoting veteran player Garry Monk to replace experienced head coach Michael Laudrup.
When the first light of 2016 enlightens the earth, people are filled with beautiful expectations towards the New Year.
Under the distinguished leadership of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Beijing has expanded a program to provide full scholarships to thousands of students worldwide.
On January 3, global citizens were celebrating the New Year, but on that day, Iben Jubail, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia, announced Riyadh will break off diplomatic relations with Tehran, and ordered Iranian diplomats to leave Saudi Arabia within 48 hours.
The President of the Syrian National Coalition Khaled Khoja had visited China on Jan. 5-8. Last December, the Syrian vice-premier and foreign minister, Walid al-Moallem, visited China as well.
The Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) announced on Jan. 6 that it had successfully carried out its first hydrogen bomb test, which grasped close attention on the Asia-Pacific Region and relevant international organizations.
In the short term, China is facing struggles. The Shanghai Stock Exchange bubble that popped last June has fallen sharply at the beginning of this year.
The beheading of a Saudi Shiite cleric in Saudi Arabia, on January 2, sparked violence, and raised the tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia to a high level.
The United States is weakening in power, while global security after the Cold War in the West faces a downward trend.
The United States holds a presidential election every four years. With the countdown of President Barack Obama's second term coming to an end, 2016 is another election year.
The South Asia Subcontinent stands out in China's peripheral diplomacy. China is located next door to the region, with only the Himalayas standing between them.
The smartphone is an amazing device and with notable advances in 4G networks, users can tap into the internet, watch a film, or instant message friends while walking in a crowded street.
The current General Secretary of the United Nations (UN), Ban Ki-moon's term will expire on the last day of 2016. The election of his successor has already begun.
On Dec. 31, Malaysian Foreign Minister Anifah, rotating-president of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), announced the ASEAN Community (AC) was officially founded, marking a landmark for ASEAN history.
Looking back to 2015, China faced with the structural transformation and upgrading of its economy, entering a new normal development stage.
The Chinese government supports the renewables, green energy, market; and has set a target for non-fossil fuels to account for 15 percent of total national power consumption by 2020.
2015 has witnessed rapid geo-political changes. Nevertheless, no subversive international events had occurred, while major powers remained at peace. The multi-polarization of international strength and the rising authority of countries in the Eastern Hemisphere have not changed either. But, some big events did happen.
Terrorism is alarming the world and hence more international cooperation to combat it is necessary. China’s top legislature has adopted the nation's first counter-terrorism law on Dec. 27.
China is embracing the world with its culture. Chinese culture is not represented by exhibitions in museums, or displays of traditional customs, but its interactions with different cultures as well.
It is little wonder that the Chinese currency, remninbi (RMB) or yuan is rising, as history tends to repeat itself. China has a very long history with the Yuan. During the days of bartering, China was one of the first to introduce a form of currency during the 4th Century BC and it was backed by bronze.
The world economy in 2015 can be described as "modest, with clear direction.
China has long enjoyed rapid economic growth, but its remarkable success has led to regional population imbalances.
On December 28, the foreign ministers of Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK) had agreed to resolve the comfort women issue.
At midnight on Dec. 22, Iraq government forces attacked Ramadi，which was held by an Islamist extremist organization (ISIS). The Iraqi army's victory could spell a dramatic shift over anti-terrorism measures in the Middle East.
A suicide car bomb attack killed six and injured three foreign soldiers in the Bagram air base in northern Afghanistan on Dec. 21, which had drawn international attention.
The National People's Congress (China's top legislature) Standing Committee has adopted the country's first counter-terrorism law.
Recently, the extremist organization Islamic State (ISIS) killed Chinese citizen Fan Jinghui.
For Europe, 2015 is a year of "troubled times" agonized by "multiple crises". The EU-China relationship, however, blossoms with continuous highlights. Of course, they are not directly linked.
2015 is the 36th anniversary of the establishment of Sino-US diplomatic relations. In the Chinese Zodiac (Shengxiao), 36 years equals to three cycles of Zodiac years, representing a new start.
In today's world, the current order is breaking down, and the rise of new forces is driving a new order. Since the 2008 financial crisis, dramatic changes have occurred.
Literature and visual arts are an inspiration to the human soul and windows to the world. They are some of the best ways for a culture to get to know another.
The GeneralAassembly of the United Nations (UN) passed the 2016-2018 apportion of membership dues and peacekeeping budget on Dec.23.
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Every nation has its unique history, culture and traditions that ensure a diverse world, while globalization is bringing countries closer together. Enhancing cross-border interconnectivity has become the trend of our era.
Japanese Premier Shinzo Abe visited India and Australia this month to promote better diplomatic relations among Canberra and New Delhi.
Christmas Eve has come. There are Christians in every corner of the globe, who are shining lights and fireworks. They have gathered together to pray for peace.
2015 is a landmark year for China on the road to upgrade its economic structure and opening the future of the 13th Five-year plan (2016-2020).
China's free trade agreements (FTAs) with the Republic of Korea (ROK) and Australia took effect on Dec. 20, which started the first round of tariff cuts, and a second round will follow next year on Jan. 1.
Asia is experiencing a high-speed rail boom, while China stands on the verge of completing 19,000 kilometers of operational High-Speed Railway (HSR) lines, representing 60 percent of total global capacity.
On December 19-22, Beijing had once again issued a Red Alert on air pollution. The first alert was issued earlier this month, 8-10. A Red Alert is the most severe level of air pollution. However, Beijing is taking steps to tackle smog.
The United States, the only remaining superpower in the world, continues to act strangely. Washington astonished the world, by agreeing to sell weapons to Taiwan. So, let’s take U.S. characteristics into consideration to understand their decision.
CCTV.com attended the 2015 Moscow Forum, hosted by Moscow City Government. Local officials discussed Moscow's business climate. We will post a 5-part series of Special Reports, "China's New Silk Road connects with Russia." This is Part V.
On Nov. 30, the 2016 Pirelli New-Year Calendar Market Launch was held in London. Yao Chen, a Chinese actress, became the first Chinese cover girl to appear on a limited-edition, highly collectible calendar.
You don't know the whole story. But before I get into it all, promise me one thing. Tell me what you think clearly, and please, don't beat around the bush.
The annual Central Economic Work Conference was held in Beijing on December 18-21. The meeting pointed out that 2016 will mark the first year to complete building a moderately prosperous society and to promote more structural reforms.
Tim Berners-Lee introduced the first World-Wide-Web website 25 years ago, and afterwards the Chinese Internet has gotten better and better, which has contributed to rapid global IT (internet technology) development.
In 2015, from the Ministerial Meeting of the China-CELAC (Community of Latina American and Caribbean States) Forum to the SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organization) Council of Heads of Governments, Beijing has promoted friendly relations among countries via multi-lateral diplomacy.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is advocating new cooperation thinking and making rich achievements in several fields. The year 2015 is about to pass, which is a special year for the SCO.
At the opening ceremony of the 2nd annual World Internet Conference (WIC) on Dec. 16, the AIIB (Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank) President-designate Jin Liqun delivered a speech, "Building a Digital Silk Road for Win-Win Cooperation" to elaborate on Internet technologies, along with the bank's governance and operations.
Due to increasing intervention of external forces and the tug of war of internal forces, two incidents have occurred, which could impact the Syrian civil war. Syrian government troops have seized control of the city of Homs, while rebel factions have assembled in Saudi Arabia for meetings.
Chinese President Xi Jinping touts the "Belt & Road" initiative, while Russian President Vladimir Putin promotes a "Look Far East" campaign. The two neighbors have expanded economic and trade ties.
The World Internet Conference (WIC) in Wuzhen, China, World Climate Conference (WCC) in Paris and the prime ministers’ meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) have demonstrated China's rise to greater prominence. Beijing is building a consensus to lead the future for the benefit of humanity.
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On September 26, Chinese President Xi Jinping chaired the high-level Roundtable on South-South Cooperation co-hosted by Beijing and the United Nations (UN) at UN headquarters in New York to discuss development plans on South-South cooperation with leaders of developing countries and heads of international organizations.
In 2015, the South-South cooperation initiated by developing countries has resounded through the multilateral cooperation forums.
Many tourists, particularly Europeans and Americans, prefer to visit museums where they gain valuable cultural experiences to view masterpieces of art and historical relics; partaking in libraries and ancient palaces.
On Dec. 17, a forum on "Cultural Inheritance and Innovation in our internet Times" was held at the 2nd annual World Internet Conference (WIC) in Wuzhen Town, east China. A day earlier, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke at the opening ceremony and proposed to build a community of common future in cyberspace.
The 14th prime ministers' meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) was held on December14-15 in the central Chinese city of Zhengzhou.
One hundred million years ago, a geological divide caused by tectonic shifts resulted in the parallel evolution of marsupials and placental mammals in different parts of the world, each with their own distinctive characteristics.
Chinese President Xi Jinping paid visits to Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia. He attended the Asia-Africa Summit and commemorated the 60th anniversary of the Bandung Conference. He also attended the APEC informal leadership meeting in the Philippines.
The 2nd annual World Internet Conference was opened in Wuzhen, east China’s Zhejiang province on Dec. 16. Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a keynote address to more than 2,000 guests from around the world, who are expected to have in-depth discussions on vital issues surrounding the global internet.
On December 1, Beijing started preparations to host next year's G20 Summit. As the world's largest developing country, Beijing must impress on the world stage.
On December 16, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the 2nd World Internet Conference held in Wuzhen Town, eastern Zhejiang province.
On December 14, London-based European Bank of Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) accepted China as a member and would join 64 other shareholders from advanced and developing nations.
China and its culture has a fascinating history and is appealing to many Western observers. There's one tale in particular about Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynast and his beloved son Prince Suzong, which defines the true Chinese character.
The internet is more than just a technology. It's the end all and be all of our daily living. The world wide web connects us to society, while China's IT (internet technology) has played a crucial role for its development.
The 14th prime ministers' meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) was held on December14-15 in the central Chinese city of Zhengzhou.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a speech entitled "The Year of Comprehensively Promoting the Major-Country Diplomacy with Chinese Characteristics" at the 2015 Forum on the International Situation and China's Diplomacy held during the weekend in Beijing.
October 1 marks China's National Day. Compared with the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Spring Festival and other traditional festivals in the country, this holiday is a political festival, ever since a grand celebration was held for the founding of the new China in 1949.
Chinese President Xi Jinping ended his visit to the United States, and the United Nations and returned to Beijing on September 29.
On October 27, the China-Japan-ROK Seminar was held in Beijing with the theme, “Communication for Win-win Cooperation”.
The 2nd World Internet Conference will be held on Dec. 16-18 in Wuzhen, east China's Zhejiang Province. The Light of the Internet Expo is opened to the media and public on Dec. 15.
According to Vietnamese media outlets, Vietnam's Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung was honored the "World Leader for Peace, Security and Development" Award, which was highlighted in websites on Dec. 11-12.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a speech entitled "The Year of Comprehensively Promoting the Major-Country Diplomacy with Chinese Characteristics" at the 2015 Forum on the International Situation and China’s Diplomacy held during the weekend in Beijing.
CCTV.com attended the 2015 Moscow Forum, hosted by Moscow City Government. Local officials discussed Moscow's business climate. We will post a 5-part series of Special Reports, "China’s New Silk Road connects with Russia."
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered a speech entitled "The Year of Comprehensively Promoting the Major-Country Diplomacy with Chinese Characteristics" at the 2015 Forum on the International Situation and China’s Diplomacy held during the weekend in Beijing.
The upcoming 2nd World Internet Conference (WIC), also known as the Wuzhen Summit, will be held in Wuzhen town, east China's Zhejiang Province on Dec.16-18.
Dec. 13 is the National Memorial Day. China held a memorial for Nanjing Massacre victims in Nanjing city, east China on Sunday.
Doomsayers have raised alarm bells over Russia's economic decline, and they anticipate even worse to come. They point to dramatic oil & gas price drops as the crucial indicator, since the nation's capital city is a global energy hub.
The Annual Conference on Social Responsibility of Chinese Textile and Apparel Industry (CTAI) and the 10th Anniversary Event for Social Responsibility Practice of China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) was held in Beijing on Dec.10, 2015.
Currently, a new situation of terrorist activities around China has arisen. International terrorist forces are starting to move eastwards instead of engaging terrorists to take part in the activities in the Middle East.
On December 10, at the Nobel Prize Award ceremony held at the Stockholm Concert Hall, China's pharmacologist Tu Youyou, 84, received her 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for her discovery of artemisinin, used in the treatment of malaria.
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It is well known that Peng Liyuan, wife of Chinese President Xi Jinping, has campaigned against AIDS for many years. In 2006 Peng served as propagandist for China's AIDS prevention and in 2011 she took up the post of the World Health Organization Goodwill Ambassador for Tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS.
Bulgaria Prime Minister Boyko Borisov came to China in November with a big delegation from the government, parliament, business and the media. The visit seemed to set a new course in the long and historic China-Bulgaria friendship.
On December 4th, Turkish tactical units darted into Iraq, as the country affirmed that it was reasonable to enter Iraq. While Iraq accused Turkey of an “invasion”, Iraq urged the Turkish army to withdraw from their country as soon as possible, or Iraq would be forced to take “necessary measures”. The Turkish army, on the other hand, has been stationed in Iraq, which risked war with Iraqi troops. Turkey’s deployment in Iraq has four strategic objectives.
Japan adopted the route of "pacifism" for a long time after World War II; however, the Japanese government has constantly amended this route over the years and began to carry out their so-called "positive pacifism". Since 2002, Japan's defense budget kept decreasing, but the reigning Abe government started to increase it beginning in the 2013 financial year.
2015 marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Palace Museum. Recently, the Palace Museum Taobao store launched a number of cultural and creative products, which has become a hot topic on the Internet.
The American intelligentsia are standing aghast at the remarkable rise of Donald Trump’s campaign for President. According to public opinion polls, he’s trouncing all other Republican candidates seeking the GOP nomination. Yet, the New York billionaire real estate mogul remains as obnoxious and bull-headed as ever.
The Landbridge Group, a Chinese company, leased Australia's Darwin Port for 99 years at a cost of US$360 million. After the news went public, this normal commercial activity aroused the concern and queries of the United States (US). According Australian media reports, Australian National Defense officials and the relevant US authorities, held "emergency consultations", discussing the potential security risks posed by China's lease.
Last Monday, South Korea's Parliament ratified its Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with China after having 196 affirmative votes, 33 negative votes and 36 abstention votes. Hopefully, the FTA will take effect before the end of this year.
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On Dec. 19, 2011, the last batch of the American Army departed from Iraq, marking an end to the eight-year Iraq war and demonstrating Washington's support for Baghdad. Nevertheless, on the 4th anniversary of US troops' withdrawal from Iraq, the United States (US) has reversed course and will deploy Special Forces to Iraq to carry out ground actions and hit extremist forces of "Islamic States" (IS).
China and Africa enjoy a long history of traditional friendship. China's founding leaders Mao Zedong and Zhou Enlai and the older generation of African leaders broke new ground for China-Africa relations with mutual support.
At least 14 people were killed and 23 others injured in a shooting on Dec. 2 in San Bernardino, California. This was the 353rd mass shooting in the United States (US) this year, and regarded as an act of terrorism. American culture supports the right to bear arms.
A new generation of young college-educated Chinese are emerging to the workplace, while there are numerous jobs available within the manufacturing and hospitality sectors in the nation. Nevertheless, too many new college graduates have made the assumption that being employed as a factory worker or in the services industry is considered a sub-standard career choice.
Development optimism rises across the African continent, and a new chapter has opened for China-Africa relations. The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation summit 2015 had concluded in Johannesburg, South Africa.
The Johannesburg Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) ended on Dec. 5 and Chinese President Xi Jinping flew back to Beijing. Before his departure, Xi delivered closing remarks to praise the FOCAC declaration and the Johannesburg Action Plan (2016-2018).
On Dec. 4, Chinese President Xi Jinping and South African President Jacob Zuma chaired the opening ceremony of the Johannesburg Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Presidents, government officials from 50 African countries and African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson had joined in attendance.
The day Dec. 4, 2015 is a historic moment for China-Africa relations. It is the first time for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) to be held in Africa and chaired by an African country.
The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit in Johannesburg is held on Dec. 4-5. It's the second summit since Nov. 2006.
Chinese martial arts has captured much global popularity in the past few decades, starting with the release of Hong Kong-made Kung Fu films, featuring Bruce Lee in the 1960s and 70s.
Since the Turkish Air Force shot down a Russian Su-24 warplane over Syria near the Turkish border on Nov. 24, the incident has caused a series of deep reactions.
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Maybe all that glitters is not gold, but in Eastern China's Yantai City, northeast China's Shandong Province, geologists have uncovered massive reserves of the precious metal underground.
The 4th Meeting of Heads of Government of China and Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) was held in Suzhou City, east China on Nov. 24 to 25. Chinese Premier Li Keqiang chaired the summit.
At the invitation of Republic of South Africa's President Jacob Zuma, Chinese President Xi Jinping started a state visit to the country on Dec. 2. They agreed that bilateral relations have enjoyed strong development opportunities, as they entered a new phase.
The 21st session of the Conference of the Parties (COP21) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was inaugurated in Nov. 30 in Paris. Chinese President Xi Jinping was in attendance.
South Korea's Parliament on Nov.30 ratified its free trade agreement (FTA) with China - 196 affirmative votes, 33 negative votes and 36 abstention votes. On the same day, the Parliament in Seoul also voted in favor of FTA proposals with Vietnam and New Zealand, however the trade scales between S. Korea and the other countries cannot parallel its trade volume with China.
Since the founding of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2000, China and Africa have sought a common destiny through economic and trade cooperation.
Our society wishes to eradicate poverty. As the world's largest developing country, China has achieved much on poverty relief efforts.
The Chinese currency, remninbi (RMB), is ready for "showtime." The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will allow the yuan to join Special Drawing Rights (SDR) in its special reserves basket on Oct. 1, 2016.
On December 1, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Harare for a state visit to Zimbabwe at the invitation of President Robert Mugabe.
Demand for gold is soaring, according to the World Gold Council’s latest report, which shows that global demand for gold has soared by a whopping 33 percent.
As she watched thousands expressing their concern about climate change in cities of the globe on the eve of Paris UN conference, my friend Chun Ling posed some interesting questions that I attempt to answer here.
Africa stands poised to transform into a global economic powerhouse soon. The land is rich in natural resources with a young population.
On November 30, President Xi Jinping delivered a key speech at the opening ceremony of Paris climate change conference.
On November 30, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a speech at the United Nations (UN) Global Climate Change Conference in Paris to demonstrate that Beijing attaches significance to global climate change governance.
Last week Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe opened a renovated road heading towards Harare International Airport - just in time to receive Chinese President Xi Jinping on Dec. 1-2.
The Philippines media (Interaksyon) recently reported the Philippines Air Force plans to deploy 12 newly-purchased 12 FA-50PH supersonic fighters for operation.
On November 29, Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Paris to attend the opening ceremony of the Climate Change Conference at the invitation of French President Francois Hollande and Chairman of the Climate Change Conference Laurent Fabius.
Colombia is planning to construct a more environmentally-friendly mass transit system, which will be located at Buenaventura Port and built in partnership with Chinese companies.
The 4th Meeting of the Heads of Government of China and Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) and the 5th China and CEEC Economic and Trade Forum were held in Suzhou City, East China on Nov. 24-25. Fruitful results were achieved, which manifest China-CEEC cooperation has entered a higher level.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been used by the Chinese as their main medical treatment for thousands of years. Beijing has legalized its use, standardizing the criteria of treatment and pharmaceutical products.
As 2015 is drawing to an end, Paris will once again become the focal point of the "global village." From Nov. 30 to Dec. 11, the 21st meeting of "the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change" (Global Climate Change Conference) will be held here.
Beijing has already commented on the so-called militarization of the South China Sea issue.
In recent years, lurid articles criticizing China in regards to the South China Seas topic have been published by the Western media.
The Turkish Air Force shot down a Russian Su-24 warplane over Syria near the Turkish border on Nov. 24.
An old saying goes, "the trains always run on-time in Germany," which defines the nation's spirit that favors schedules, precision and technical expertise above all else.
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Vietnam and Singapore, two important ASEAN member nations, earlier this month. Later on, he attended the APEC summit in Manila, Philippines. Then Chinese Premier Li Keqiang attended the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang attended the 10th East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur on Nov. 22. He proposed to safeguard peace and stability of the South China Sea, which demonstrates Beijing's sincerity. Li said China has identified a dual-track approach for resolving the South China Sea question, i.e., relevant disputes should be resolved by sovereign states directly concerned through negotiation and consultation, and peace and stability in the South China Sea should be jointly upheld by China and ASEAN countries working together.
Siberia’s rapid development is evident. The landmass covers three-quarters of Russia. Its local population stands at 38 million.
On Thursday Nov. 12, a bombing assault at a market in Beirut, Lebanon, killed 43 innocent people. The very next day, brutal terrorism swept into Paris, France, which took the lives of 127 people. Both attacks were perpetrated by the Islamic State, but the world paid more attention to Paris.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang attended the East Asian Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Nov. 20-23. China and Malaysia are neighbors with a long history of friendly exchanges.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang attended the 18th ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations)-China (10+1) leaders' meeting, 18th ASEAN-China, Japan and South Korea (10+3) leaders' meeting, and 10th East Asia Summit in Kuala Lumpur, last week.
Most of those kidnapped and killed were ordinary persons, tourists, visitors from Europe, India, China, Turkey and Algeria including diplomats, businessmen, pilots and flight attendants.
Malaysia is playing a more prominent role in Southeast Asia. The nation is developing its hi-tech industry and expanding the Islamic finance sector.
The 27th ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Summit announced the ASEAN Community will get established on December 31, which will be the first sub-regional community formed in the continent.
"Global interconnectedness” and “global governance” are the unchallenged buzzwords of the day. But is this Eurocentric axiom relevant anymore?
The 27th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit was held in Kuala Lumpur, capital city of Malaysia on November 21-22, which can be considered a landmark meeting in the history of ASEAN.
At the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit in Manila, Philippines on Nov. 18-19, United States President Barack Obama had reassured other 11 TPP (The Trans-Pacific Partnership) members that they would benefit if deal is ratified by US Congress.
Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 23rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in Manila, Philippines on Nov.17-19.
For the past half month, terrorist attacks have shocked the world, spurring joint international actions against militant Islam.
The 23rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting concluded on November 19. Leaders of APEC member nations gathered to discuss regional development and to seek further cooperation.
The United States and Russia appear to take competitive military actions in the Middle East to attack ISIS.
On November 19, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 23rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting and delivered a keynote speech titled, "deepening partnership and promoting common prosperity of the Asia-Pacific region" at the APEC CEO Summit.
According to Chinese protocol, it is impolite if a visit is not repaid. However, this does not justify Chinese President Xi Jinping’s presence at the ongoing APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Manila.
Are China's finance markets ready for the ‘Big Leagues?’ Stock exchanges in New York, London, Tokyo and Hong Kong have long been regarded as the premier hot-spots for global investors.
The world economy has "probably entered a long difficult period," President Xi Jinping said at the APEC Summit in Manila, Philippines.
On November 18, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 23rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting and delivered a keynote speech at the APEC CEO Summit.
The Span Constitutional Court voted to suspend Catalonia's independence process on November 11th, which means Catalonian efforts failed again.
The tenth G20 Summit, a gathering of world leaders from major economies, was held in Turkey. Participants discussed important matters such as sustainable development for the global economy.
After arriving in Manila, Philippines on Nov. 17 for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) informal leaders' meeting, US President Barack Obama's first move was to board the Philippines patrol boat, an old navy frigate that was delivered four years ago from the US.
On November 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended the 10th Summit of G20 in Antalya, Turkey. He gave a key speech titled, Innovate in Growth Path, Share Development Achievement.
At the tenth summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) on Nov 15, Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to implement the United Nations’ sustainable development agenda for 2030.
On November 17, Xi ended his trip to Antalya, Turkey and arrived in Manila, Philippines for the 23rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting, themed, "Building inclusive economies; building a better world".
The tenth summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) themed, "collective action for inclusive and robust growth" was held on Nov. 15 in Antalya, Turkey.
The feeble economy, degraded environment and rampant terrorism, appear to be the three keywords for topics discussed at the G20 summit in Turkey.
I said, as long as the self-proclaimed "Islamic State in Iraq and Syria" (ISIS) terrorist group confined its military operations to those two countries, the major Western powers – although shocked by its barbaric ways – did not really feel an immediate danger in the same way as al-Qaeda.
On November 16, the 10th G20 Summit dropped the curtain in Antalya, Turkey. Chinese President Xi held bilateral talks with leaders of Turkey, Russia and other G20 member countries.
The Paris terrorist attacks on Nov. 13 have caused at least 129 deaths and the death toll is likely to rise. Europe, once known as a safe and peaceful land, has been targeted repeatedly in recent years.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Nov.15 attended the tenth summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) themed, "collective action for inclusive and robust growth."
While Europeans were preparing to enjoy the second weekend of November, an elderly French woman from the rural countryside said, "Well, again it's Friday 13, I'm not going anywhere!"
The annual Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) informal leaders' meeting will be held in Manila, Philippines on November 18 to 19.
On November 14, Chinese President Xi Jinping was invited to attend the 10th G20 Summit held in Antalya, Turkey, another major diplomatic activity carried out by China’s leaders after the 5th plenary session of 18th CPC Central Committee.
Oklahoma is becoming a popular US location for international companies and attracting a rapidly increasing number of foreign direct investments.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend thetenth summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) on Nov. 14-16 in Antalya, Turkey.
The two-day EU-Africa Summit had ended on Thursday, Nov. 12 in Valletta, the capital of Malta. Facing an intensified refugee crisis, the European Union and its member states must find a long-term solution.
The Chinese, especially the youth are growing richer, more consumer-oriented and cosmopolitan. With rising discretionary incomes, they shop for more fashionable clothes and accessories, travel overseas and stay in tune with Western customs.
After Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani Shimoto visited Vietnam on Nov. 4-7, news spread on the internet that "warships of the Japanese maritime self-defense forces are allowed to dock in the Cam Ranh Bay naval base, Vietnam."
As the global economy is facing profound adjustments and economic growth is slowing down, the Group 20 (G20) Summit serves as a major economic cooperation platform.
Beginning from Saturday, Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Turkey to attend the tenth summit of the Group of Twenty (G20) on Nov. 14-16, and then to the Philippines for the 23rd Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) informal leaders’ meeting on Nov. 17-19.
The United Kingdom’s renegotiations with its European Union membership has entered a critical juncture. Great Britain Prime Minister David Cameron has already proposed EU reforms in his speech at Chatham House, before delivering his letter to European Council President Donald Tusk.
On November 9, 2015, the Senate of the Australian Federal Parliament passed the China-Australian Free Trade Agreement, which was signed by the Chinese and the Australian governments in June 2015, after the Australian House of Representatives approved it in October.
In the evening of November 6, the Ministry of Culture of People’s Republic of China launched a national tour of the classical opera, White Haired Girl, based on a legendary Chinese folk tale.
While Westerners celebrate Christmas on Dec. 25, the Chinese cherish the Spring Festival, a 5-day holiday usually set around February. Hundreds of millions of Chinese families travel far and wide to meet their relatives, bearing gifts for young and old.
On November 8, the Blue House of the ROK (Republic of Korea) announced President Park Geun-hye will attend The Group of Twenty Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (G20) summit, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 10 + 3 summit and East Asia Summit (EAS) from November 14-23.
United States President Barack Obama will attend the Group 20 Summit in Turkey, APEC meeting in the Philippines, East Asia Summit and U.S.-ASEAN Summit in Malaysia in the next few days. However, Obama refuses to visit Vietnam, which has aroused much concern from the international community.
China has achieved great progress in the Belt and Road Initiative since it was proposed two years ago. The initiative has been welcome at home and abroad including West Asian and North African nations seeking to boost their national economies.
The fifth People's Republic of China-Republic of Korea (ROK) cultural exhibition was held in Yongin Gallery, South Korea on November 3-8.
Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded his state visits to Vietnam and Singapore on November 8.
The remarkable Xi-Ma meeting was held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore on Nov.7, marking the first face-to-face gathering between the two leaders across the Taiwan Straits since 1949.
Today I should like to lend this column to my friend Ma Maiqi, who would like to share her view of complicated East-West relations. Ma is a Chinese business specialist, author and trainer, based in Oxford since 2009.
The remarkable Xi-Ma meeting has just concluded, but it ushers in new eras for Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou.
The international media is focusing on the upcoming Myanmar elections on November 8. Myanmar is an important Southeast Asia nation with 52 million people and rich in natural resources.
The Xi-Ma meeting held in Singapore has become one of the most significant events for cross-Straits relations with a far-reaching impact on East Asia. The meeting writes a new chapter that highlights a legacy of China’s peaceful reunification.
There's a famous Chinese saying, "Precise knowledge of self and precise knowledge of the threat leads to victory." It was written in The Art of War, an ancient military treatise by Sun Tzu.
The top leaders across the Taiwan Straits, Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou met at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore at 3 p.m. local time, November 7. Hundreds of journalists from around the world witnessed the historic handshake as they smiled at each other.
On November 7, Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou, the top leaders across the Taiwan Straits held a historic meeting at the Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. This event could be this year's top ten news story across the Taiwan Straits, and for the world as well.
On November 6-7, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Singapore at the invitation of the President of the Republic of Singapore Tony Tan Keng Yam.
Singapore has long enjoyed recognition as the financial and commercial hub of Southeast Asia. The "Lion City," keeps the regional economy roaring ahead. The City-State has boosted China's development since establishing diplomatic relations 25 years ago.
General Secretary of the CPC Central Committee, Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a two-day state visit to Vietnam on November 5-6, and received an extraordinary welcome, which is a response from Hanoi for Beijing’s high-profile diplomatic courtesies for General Secretary of Vietnam Communist Party (VCP) Nguyen Phu Trong’s visit to China last April.
On November 6, The General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese President Xi Jingping had a second talk with the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong and Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang.
Cross-Strait leaders Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou is to meet today (November 7) in Singapore. This exciting news soon has spread all over the world. The “Xi-Ma Meeting” will be included in the annals of the Chinese nation, and a milestone for cross-Straits relations.
Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to Vietnam, Nov 5-6 at the invitation of Vietnam's Communist Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong and President Truong Tan Sang, the first by China's top leader in over a decade. Xi's visit would strengthen party relations and political mutual trust, while promoting economic-trade cooperation and cultural exchanges.
The leaders from both sides of the Taiwan Straits Xi Jinping and Ma Ying-jeou are to meet in Singapore on November 6-7, the first meeting of its kind, since the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC).
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the establishment of China-Singapore ties and the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Singapore. Chinese President Xi Jinping is paying a state visit to enhance bilateral relations.
I visited Guangzhou's Xiaobei district, popularly-known as "Little Africa," where many Africans congregate at the Elephant Mall, as well as other African shops at the Canaan Clothing Market.
Vietnam has enjoyed remarkable economic growth in recent years, but inadequate infrastructure development is hampering the nation’s people from achieving a higher level of living standards. Major network upgrades in transport, power and technology are essential for a free flow of goods and services in the market.
The General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese President Xi Jingping pays his state visit to Vietnam at the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee Nguyen Phu Trong and Vietnamese President Truong Tan Sang.
The Global Times on Nov. 1 cited a news report from The Express Tribune of Pakistan, saying Islamabad and Beijing have reached a consensus.
This year marks the 65th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam.
Great Britain, Germany and France are competing for high-level interactions and signing win-win co-operation agreements with China.
After the first round of the Democratic Party primary debate and the third round of the Republican Party primary debate, concluding in October, the dynamics of the 2016 U.S. presidential election have changed.
The sixth China-Japan-South Korea leaders' meeting convened on Nov. 1, resuming after a three-and-a-half-year hiatus.
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to the United Kingdom, the British expressed their support for the Belt and Road initiative.
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang paid an offical visit to the Public of Korea (ROK) to meet ROK President Park Geun-hye and attend the sixth trilateral summit - China, Japan and the ROK from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2
On Monday, over 4,000 guests - government officials, business representatives and reporters - arrived at a hangar near Shanghai's Pudong International Airport to witness the unveiling of China’s first manufactured jumbo jet, the C919.
On Oct. 31- Nov. 2, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang paid a visit to the Republic of Korea (ROK) and attend the 6th trilateral leaders' meeting in Seoul.
November 2 is the last day of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang's visit to the Republic of Korea (ROK). Cultural exchanges were a highlight for the day.
During Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to the United Kingdom, the British expressed their support for the Belt and Road initiative.
Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif met with U.S. President Barack Obama in Washington DC on Oct.22 and admitted the nation has developed and deployed tactical nuclear weapons for use in a potential war. The news had aroused wide concerns from the international community. Yet, what signals does it send?
Nearly a month ago, on Oct. 5, news came out that the United States and 11 other Pacific Rim countries signed the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement in Atlanta, Ga. United States.
2015 is the final year of the 12th five-year plan, setting the goal for the 13th five-year plan.
French President François Hollande is paying a state visit to China on Nov. 2-3, a major event for Sino-French relations. It's Hollande's second visit to the nation, since he assumed office.
On October 27, the China-Japan-ROK Seminar was held in Beijing with the theme, “Communication for Win-win Cooperation”.
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