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  • Japan's SoftBank to acquire U.S. Fortress Investment Group for USD3.3 bln

    SoftBank Group Corp. announced Wednesday it will acquire U.S. investment company Fortress Investment Group for 3.3 billion U.S. dollars as the Japanese tech conglomerate continues to expand its foreign acquisitions by stepping into the investment fund mar

    February16,2017


  • Feature: From China's mountain heartlands to global spotlight, Yi embroidery travels far

    From mountain villages to global runways, Yi embroidery from southwest China's Liangshan region is captivating international fashion audiences. This national intangible cultural heritage is transforming into a vibrant industry that empowers local women.

    December25,2025


  • Tea expo in Prague highlights cultural exchanges with China

    The 2025 Euro Tea Expo concluded on Sunday in Prague, bringing together tea experts, exhibitors and enthusiasts from around the world, with this year's focus on Chinese Pu'er tea and southwest China's Yunnan Province.

    November17,2025


  • InPics: Central Asia's rich history and tourism resources

    Let's discover Central Asia's rich history and tourism resources. With its proximity, affordability, and exotic charm, Central Asia is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination.

    June19,2025


  • Co-creating a new Silk Road tapestry: 'Silk Road: Artists' Rendezvous' kicks off

    "Hello, Gansu! Here we come!" With this enthusiastic greeting, the 2025 "Silk Road: Artists' Rendezvous" cultural exchange program officially commenced on Aug.

    August14,2025


  • Fashion brand Vivienne Hu unveils collection inspired from China's traditional architecture

    New York-based luxury fashion brand Vivienne Hu on Thursday released its latest Fall/Winter 2026 collection HOME by drawing inspirations from time-tested Hui-style architecture in China.

    February07,2025


  • From Kuala Lumpur to China: How Malaysian craftsmanship bridges cultures

    In the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, ingots of pewter, an alloy primarily made of tin, are transformed into works of art by skilled artisans, some of whom have been working in the craft for decades.

    December03,2025


  • China's latest giant panda base opens to public, blending tech with conservation

    A new giant panda base aimed at bolstering breeding, research and international communication on Monday opened to the public on a trial basis in southwest China's Sichuan Province.

    December30,2025


  • Interview: Türkiye's Iznik deepens ties with China's Jingdezhen to revive historic craft: official

    A growing partnership between Türkiye's historic ceramics hub Iznik and China's Jingdezhen, often dubbed the "Porcelain Capital," is aiming to breathe new life into centuries-old artisanal traditions by fusing cultural heritage with modern collaboration, a local official said.

    May14,2025


  • Economic Watch: Chinese county sparkles into diamond powerhouse

    In a quiet county in central China's Henan Province, farmers no longer till the land; they now craft diamonds.

    November12,2025


  • New wave of Chinese tea culture hits global shores

    In a bustling exhibition hall in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Gregory Cattin, a French beverage industry veteran, savored a cup of osmanthus-scented oolong, his expression shifting from curiosity to delight.

    April11,2025


  • How ugly-cute Labubu toy goes viral in Milan?

    Alice had driven more than an hour from Alessandria to Milan, hoping to try her luck. For her, Labubu wasn't just another toy, it was the latest trend everyone seemed to be chasing, a playful accessory that carried a surprising touch of fashion.

    September15,2025


  • Feature: Chinese porcelain meets Chinese cuisine in London

    An immersive "Food + Porcelain" event in central London brought together two of China's finest traditions -- Jingdezhen porcelain and Chinese cuisine -- creating a feast for both the eyes and the palate.

    October24,2025


  • Shared blue-and-white legacies link Britain, China ceramic hubs

    Stoke-on-Trent was once home to famous British ceramics brands, such as Spode, Wedgwood, and Royal Doulton. Jingdezhen is China's millennium-old porcelain capital. Both cities have found a common thread to connect their past with modern development.

    November25,2025


  • Xinhua Headlines: Chinese economy off to robust start in 2025 as growth gains momentum

    The Chinese economy has maintained good growth momentum, starting the year on a steady note with sound industrial performances and impactful macro policies, official data revealed on Monday.

    March18,2025


  • Xinhua Headlines: Chinese investment empowers Indonesia's EV supply chain

    The groundbreaking of a new electric vehicle (EV) battery megaproject in Indonesia set another milestone in the country's rapidly growing EV supply chain, driven by Chinese investment.

    July03,2025


  • Feature: Chinese creative brands gain ground in Europe

    The Carrousel du Louvre shopping mall is always bustling with shoppers in the afternoon. Near the entrance, people gather around the display shelves of a Pop Mart store, shaking and comparing colorful boxes, hoping to uncover the figurine they want.

    December04,2025


  • Feature: How China-aided project is breathing new life into Tanzania's Ngorongoro Lengai Geopark

    At the rim of Tanzania's Ngorongoro Crater, mist still clings to the plains as herds of wildebeest and zebra roam below. From a newly built lookout platform, visitors from around the world now take in the sweeping view alongside signage in Swahili, English, and Chinese, a subtle but powerful sign of transformation.

    May06,2025


  • China, Serbia sign agreement for Novi Sad pedestrian, bicycle bridge

    The Serbian government signed a contract with China Shandong International Economic & Technical Cooperation Group on Wednesday for the construction of a new bicycle and pedestrian bridge in Novi Sad, the country's second-largest city.

    October08,2024


  • Peony paper cutting arouses interest of Russian teenagers in Sino-Russian cloud class

    When Yao Hong, an inheritor of Shanxian County paper cutting lectured in the cloud class of Alliance of Sino-Russian Middle Schools recently, her peony paper cutting technique aroused keen interest of over 20 Russian teenagers.

    December04,2024


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