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UN rights chief urges U.S. to conclude investigation into school strike in Iran

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk on Friday urged the United States to promptly conclude its investigation into a strike on...

Egypt, Türkiye, Pakistan coordinate to promote U.S.-Iran talks

Foreign ministers of Egypt, Türkiye, and Pakistan held separate phone calls to discuss their efforts to facilitate direct negotiations between the United States and...

AI conference criticized for barring Chinese scholars, faces boycott

Multiple Chinese scientific organizations have announced boycotts of a top-tier international AI conference, after this foundational research seminar cited a U.S. sanctions list to...

China launches trade barrier probes into U.S. measures

China's commerce ministry on Friday announced trade barrier investigations into U.S. actions and measures which harm global production and supply chains as well as...

Pakistan relaying messages in US-Iran backchannel talks, says Ishaq Dar

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Thursday that indirect talks between the United States and Iran are underway through...

Pakistan in contact with all parties to de-escalate Middle East conflict: FO spokesperson

Pakistan is maintaining active diplomatic engagement with all relevant parties to help de-escalate the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir...

China opens major scientific facilities to global researchers

China has announced that it will open access to ten of its major scientific research facilities to international researchers this year, in a move...

China vows continued diplomatic push for Middle East ceasefire

China has reaffirmed its intention to play what it describes as a constructive diplomatic role in efforts to end hostilities in the Middle East,...

China urges urgent steps for two-state solution at UN Security Council

China has called on the international community to take “irreversible steps” toward advancing the two-state solution to the Palestinian issue, warning that the foundation...

Airstrike on Iraqi military clinic kills seven soldiers in Anbar

Iraq’s Ministry of Defense said a military medical facility in western Anbar province came under an airstrike on Wednesday morning, resulting in the deaths...

Iran rejects U.S. negotiations, calls Washington claims “strategic defeat”

Iran has firmly rejected any possibility of negotiations with the United States, countering recent claims from Washington that discussions were underway between the two...

China achieves breakthrough in thin-film solar cell efficiency

A Chinese research team has achieved a major breakthrough in thin-film photovoltaic technology, raising the certified efficiency of a new solar cell to 16.6...

China invites U.S. firms to expand presence amid trade dialogue

China has expressed openness to continued American corporate participation in its market, as officials from both countries discussed trade and economic relations in Beijing. Commerce...

Asia emerging as global leader in clean energy transition: Boao Forum report

Asia is rapidly transforming from a major consumer of traditional energy into a central driver of the global clean energy transition, according to a...

China urges ceasefire and dialogue amid escalating regional tensions

China has called for an immediate ceasefire and renewed diplomatic engagement following rising tensions in the Middle East and reports that the United States...

China reaffirms One-China principle on Taiwan’s WTO participation

China has reiterated that the One-China principle remains the political basis for the participation of Taiwan’s region in the World Trade Organization (WTO), according...

China’s LAMOST telescope releases record 30.8 million spectra dataset

China’s Large Sky Area Multi-Object Fiber Spectroscopic Telescope (LAMOST) has released its latest and largest dataset, further strengthening its position as the world’s leading...

China, US agree to enhance trade consultation mechanism

China and the United States have agreed to continue utilizing their economic and trade consultation mechanism to strengthen dialogue and communication, the Ministry of...

China urges Syrian-led political solution at UN Security Council

China has reaffirmed its support for a Syrian-led and Syrian-owned political process to resolve the ongoing conflict in Syria, urging all parties to engage...

China welcomes Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire agreement

China has welcomed the temporary ceasefire agreement reached between Pakistan and Afghanistan, expressing hope for sustained peace and stability in the region. According to the...

Chinese scientists develop breakthrough mitochondrial capsule therapy

Chinese researchers have reported a major breakthrough in regenerative medicine with the development of a novel mitochondrial capsule transplantation therapy that enables the efficient...

Beijing says attacks on civilians and leaders are unacceptable

China has stated that the killing of Iranian leaders and attacks on civilian targets are “by no means acceptable,” reaffirming its opposition to the...

China, U.S. discuss bilateral mechanism to boost trade and investment

China and the United States have discussed the establishment of a bilateral working mechanism to strengthen cooperation in trade and investment, China’s International Trade...

Paris hosts China-U.S. trade dialogue, spokesperson outlines key points

China’s International Trade Representative held a press briefing in Paris on Monday following economic and trade discussions with a U.S. delegation, according to Chines...

China urges halt to military actions to protect global economy

China has urged all parties to immediately halt military operations and avoid further escalation of tensions, warning that regional instability could have a severe...

China and U.S. in talks over Trump’s potential China visit

China and the United States are in active communication regarding a possible visit by former U.S. President Donald Trump to China, according to a...

Chinese robot repairs high-voltage power line safely

A robot in China has amazed engineers by repairing a high-voltage electricity line, according to foreign media reports. The Hubei Electric Power Research Institute, in...

UN launches $308 million appeal for Lebanon victims

Senior UN officials on Friday called for urgent aid to victims of Israeli bombings in Lebanon and emphasized the safe and unhindered passage of...

China launches world’s first invasive brain-computer interface

China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) has approved the registration of an Implantable Brain Computer Interface (BCI) for Hand Motor Augmentation developed by Neuracle...

China urges dialogue to resolve Afghanistan-Pakistan issues: Wang Yi

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the issues between Afghanistan and Pakistan can only be resolved through dialogue and consultation. “The use of force...

China’s Global Governance Initiative praised at 13th Global Baku Forum

The Global Governance Initiative (GGI) proposed by China has injected stability into a world rife with change and turbulence, international observers said Friday during...

Over 4 million displaced in Middle East crisis: UN

More than 4.1 million people have been internally displaced across Afghanistan, Iran, Lebanon, and Pakistan since the recent escalation in the Middle East, a...

Beijing pledges $200,000 in humanitarian aid to Iran

China has expressed deep condolences over the deaths of students in the recent attack on an Iranian elementary school and extended heartfelt sympathies to...

China launches two new test satellites from Xichang

China successfully launched two new test satellites, Shiyan-30 03 and Shiyan-30 04, from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan...

Chinese vice Premier He Lifeng to lead delegation to US for trade talks

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will lead...

China pledges global nuclear energy cooperation at Paris summit

Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing said that China is willing to collaborate with all parties to ensure nuclear energy better supports the development and...

China launches T1200 ultra-strong carbon fiber

China debuted its domestically developed T1200 ultra-high-strength carbon fiber on Wednesday, with expected applications in aerospace, low-altitude economy and humanoid robotics. This new material is...

China opposes U.S. THAAD deployment in South Korea

China's position of opposing the deployment of the U.S. Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system in the Republic of Korea (ROK) remains unchanged,...

China urges immediate halt to Middle East strikes, calls for dialogue

A Chinese defense ministry spokesperson on Wednesday called on relevant parties to immediately stop military operations in the Middle East, and return to dialogue...

Tehran seeks no conflict with regional states, Iran’s president tells Pakistan PM

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that Tehran has no intention of entering into conflict with countries in the region, emphasizing...

Xi Jinping calls for stronger political loyalty in Chinese military

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday emphasized enhancing political loyalty within the military while advancing the modernization of the nation’s defense and armed forces...

Around 1,332 Iranian civilians killed in airstrikes, Tehran tells UN

Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has claimed that at least 1,332 Iranian civilians, including women and children, have been killed...

WHO verifies attacks on health care in Iran, Lebanon

The World Health Organization (WHO) said that it has verified 13 attacks on health care facilities in Iran and one in Lebanon amid the...

Dubai airports handle over 1,140 flights amid regional disruptions

Airports in the United Arab Emirates have facilitated more than 1,140 flights over the past 84 hours to support travellers affected by regional aviation...

Chinese scientists develop high-efficiency flexible thermoelectric material

A Chinese research team has developed a highly efficient flexible thermoelectric polymer material that could support next-generation technologies, including wearable devices, adhesive cooling systems...

China activates emergency mechanism for stranded citizens

China has attached high importance to assisting passengers stranded in the Middle East and has taken comprehensive measures to provide support, a Foreign Ministry...

Chinese scientists develop high-precision 3D face database

Chinese researchers have developed a high-precision three-dimensional (3D) face database and achieved a major breakthrough in personalized facial modeling, a development expected to enhance...

China’s core AI industry exceeds $170 billion, official says

China’s core artificial intelligence (AI) industry reached a value of more than 1.2 trillion yuan (about 173.9 billion U.S. dollars) in 2025, emerging as...

China to send special envoy to Middle East

China has said it will continue working with all parties, including those involved in relevant conflicts in the Middle East, to maintain communication, intensify...

Beijing urges end to double standards in counter-terrorism

China has called on the international community to firmly reject selective approaches and double standards in combating terrorism, urging stronger cooperation to eliminate conditions...

Multiple US military aircraft crash in Kuwait

The Ministry of Defense Kuwait has confirmed that multiple US military aircraft crashed in the country on Monday morning, triggering investigations in coordination with...

China warns against rise of Japanese neo-militarism

The international community should firmly reject reckless moves associated with Japanese neo-militarism, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday. Mao made the remarks...

China urges US to honor nuclear test moratorium

A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Wednesday urged the United States to honor its commitment to suspending nuclear tests and to stop seeking pretexts...

China, Germany pledge deeper economic cooperation

As this year marks the beginning of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan period, China–Germany economic and trade cooperation will embrace increased opportunities over the next...

China’s LandSpace plans second recovery test of Zhuque-3 rocket in 2026

Chinese commercial aerospace company LandSpace has announced plans to conduct another recovery test for its reusable Zhuque-3 rocket in the second quarter of this...

China’s central bank announces 600 billion yuan MLF operation

The People's Bank of China on Tuesday announced that it will conduct a 600-billion-yuan (about 86.44 billion U.S. dollars) one-year medium-term lending facility (MLF)...

China urges US to revoke unilateral tariffs

China has consistently opposed all forms of unilateral tariff measures, and urged the United States to revoke its existing unilateral tariffs and refrain from...

China reaffirms support for international law, UN Charter

China firmly upholds the authority and integrity of international law, said a Xinhua think tank report released on Tuesday. "The purposes and principles of the...

China, ROK resolve hot-rolled coil dispute under WTO rules

China and the Republic of Korea (ROK) have resolved their hot-rolled coil dispute properly and in accordance with World Trade Organization rules, the Ministry...

China’s sci-tech museums attract over 3.5 million visitors during Spring Festival

China's sci-tech museums received over 3.5 million visits during the nine-day Spring Festival holiday, presenting festive science exhibits that integrated knowledge, fun and cultural...

China’s manufacturing digital transformation enters large-scale adoption phase

China’s digital push in the manufacturing sector has entered a stage of broad-based adoption, with the vast majority of large industrial enterprises implementing digital...

China develops soil “seed” to fight desertification

Scientists in northwestern China are releasing soil “seed” into arid desert areas to form artificial biological soil crusts, as part of efforts to stabilize...

UN warns of fire risk for displaced families in Gaza shelters

UN humanitarians warned of a severe threat to displaced families in the Gaza Strip from open fires used for cooking in dangerously overcrowded temporary...

World leaders congratulate Xi Jinping on New Year of the Horse

More world leaders and heads of international organizations have recently sent their blessings to Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist...

Trump sets 10-15 day deadline for Iran nuclear deal, warns of “really bad things”

U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran has 10 to 15 days to reach a deal over its nuclear program, otherwise "really bad...

Iran warns of decisive response to US military moves over Diego Garcia

Iran will respond "decisively and proportionately" to any military aggression, exercising its right to self-defense under the UN Charter, its UN ambassador Amir Saeid...

China sets record with ultra-fast fiber-wireless communication system

A Chinese research team has developed an integrated communication system bridging optical fiber and wireless networks, setting a new world record for data transmission...

China launches DeepRare AI for rare disease diagnosis

A Chinese research team has developed an AI-powered rare disease diagnostic system called DeepRare, setting a new record for diagnostic accuracy, according to a...

China urges global action to uphold five-point consensus on Sudan conflict

China called on the international community to uphold the five-point consensus in its collective effort to seek a lasting and effective solution to the...

Khalistan campaign intensifies with $1bn offer to U.S. peace board

The U.S.-based pro Khalistan advocacy group Sikh for Justice has proposed to pledge $1 billion to participate in the Board of Peace initiative led...

King Charles’ brother Andrew arrested over misconduct

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the younger brother of King Charles III, was arrested on Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office, British police confirmed, in...

US trying to push Russia out of global energy markets, Lavrov says

The United States is “trying to push us out of global energy markets,” Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said in an interview with the...

Iran and Russia conduct joint naval drill in Gulf of Oman and northern Indian Ocean

The naval forces of Iran and Russia on Thursday held a joint drill in the Gulf of Oman and the northern Indian Ocean, successfully...

Former South Korean President sentenced to life for insurrection

South Korea's former President Yoon Suk-yeol was sentenced to life in prison on charges of insurrection stemming from his declaration of emergency martial law,...

China’s astronauts harvest tomatoes in orbit during Spring Festival

As China celebrates the 2026 Spring Festival, the crew of the Shenzhou-21 mission aboard the Tiangong space station has received a remarkable gift: a...

China submits first policy document outlining its stance on WTO reform

China recently submitted to the World Trade Organization (WTO) a position paper outlining its stance on WTO reform under the current circumstances, the Ministry...

China breaks world record with 22,580 synced drones

A Chinese drone light show has set a new Guinness World Record for the greatest number of multirotor drones airborne simultaneously and controlled from...

Xi Jinping celebrates Chinese New Year, highlights care for elders; workers

On the first day of the Chinese New Year, central Beijing came alive with festive energy, particularly in the historic Longfusi Commercial Area, where...

Bangladesh BNP’s Tarique Rahman sworn in as new prime minister

Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairman Tarique Rahman was sworn in as the new prime minister of Bangladesh on Tuesday, with President Mohammed Shahabuddin administering...

UN chief condemns Israeli land registration in occupied West Bank

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has condemned Israel’s decision to resume land registration procedures in Area C of the occupied West Bank, warning that the...

Second round of indirect Iran U.S. nuclear talks conclude in Geneva

The second round of indirect nuclear negotiations between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran concluded on Tuesday in Geneva, Swiss authorities...

World leaders send New Year greetings to Xi Jinping

As China welcomes the Year of the Horse, world leaders and heads of international organizations have extended their congratulations to Chinese President Xi Jinping,...

China’s Spring Festival blends centuries-old tradition with futuristic innovation

As China celebrates the Year of the Horse, ancient traditions and modern technology are coming together to create vibrant New Year festivities across the...

Chinese team develops world’s smallest ultra-low power transistor

A team of Chinese researchers has developed the world’s smallest ferroelectric transistor, operating at ultralow power, offering a breakthrough for the semiconductor industry, according...

China’s 3D printers speed up Spring Festival preparations

As the Year of the Horse approaches, 3D printing is galloping into China’s Spring Festival preparations, transforming both traditional crafts and industrial manufacturing. In...

U.S. ends TPS for Yemenis affecting nearly 4,000 people

Nearly 4,000 Yemenis will be affected by the U.S. decision to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Yemen, a Yemeni official said. U.S. Secretary of...

Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, the rotating chairperson of the African Union (AU), and Mahamoud Ali...

China to build 1.5 trillion-yuan tea industry by 2030

China has issued new guidelines to upgrade its tea industry, aiming to grow the total value of the full industrial chain to 1.5 trillion...

Wang Yi meets Marco Rubio to boost China-U.S. dialogue

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, with both sides agreeing...

China, EU urged to manage differences and deepen cooperation

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged China and the European Union (EU) to respect each other’s core interests, manage differences, deepen practical cooperation, and...

UK mandates British passport for dual nationals

The United Kingdom has introduced a new regulation for dual nationals, making it mandatory for British citizens holding dual nationality to enter the country...

UAE aviation sector posts record growth in 2025

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recorded strong growth in its aviation sector in 2025, reinforcing its position as a leading regional hub for air...

China hails Germany as top European trading partner

Germany has been China's largest trading partner and a top source of foreign investment from Europe since the establishment of diplomatic ties over five...

China congratulates Bangladesh on election victory

China noted that Bangladesh had a steady and smooth general election and congratulates the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) on winning the election, a foreign...

China and U.S. hold 11th anti-drug intelligence exchange

The 11th China-U.S. anti-drug intelligence exchange meeting was held in the United States from Feb. 10 to 12 (local time), with cross-departmental delegations from...

China deploys AI models in space

China has taken a major step toward building an AI-powered space infrastructure, with a satellite constellation deploying 10 AI models in orbit and establishing...

China hosts foreign experts ahead of Spring Festival

Ahead of the Spring Festival, Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Fri-day afternoon hosted a symposium at the Great Hall of the People for representatives...

China’s experience seen as valuable asset for emerging economies: Saudi minister

China has shared valuable development experience with emerging economies and continues to play an important role in supporting their growth, Saudi Finance Minister Mohammed...

Chinese AI firms race to launch new models over Lunar New Year

Chinese AI companies are racing to launch new models over the Lunar New Year holiday, aiming to spark the next “DeepSeek moment” in generative...

China rejects U.S. criticism of Chancay Port, calls it smear

China on Thursday firmly rejected and strongly condemned recent criticism by the United States over Chancay Port, a spokesperson for the Chinese Ministry of...

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