Ding Gang Among all the reports on the latest US-China talks in Geneva, one detail stands out: Both sides agree to establish an economic and trade consultation mechanism. While this may seem routine, it represents a sober acknowledgment of recent years marked by confrontation and estrangement. As a Chinese journalist who has been following China-US […]
Read MoreAndrey Kortunov The recent World War II Victory Day celebration in Moscow attracted 27 heads of state as well as numerous prominent politicians and opinion-makers from all over the world, including Europe, Asia, Africa and Latin America. Nevertheless, Chinese President Xi Jinping was a very special guest at this event and his presence inevitably garnered […]
Read MoreDing Gang In the spring of 1945, eighty years ago, Adolf Hitler’s “Third Reich” finally collapsed, and the world took a collective breath, turning a battered but hopeful page in history. After years of blood and fire, World War II ended not with a neat bow but with a planet desperate for genuine, lasting peace. […]
Read MoreGlobal Times On Friday local time, Chinese President Xi Jinping and leaders from over 20 countries and international organizations were invited to attend a ceremony in Moscow to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War. A day earlier, President Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a joint […]
Read MoreGlobal Times The recent decision by China’s space agency to grant NASA-funded American universities access to lunar samples – retrieved from the moon’s far side – offers more than a scientific opportunity; It is a poignant reflection of two fundamentally divergent approaches to technological advancement. These different approaches shape the trajectory of space exploration and […]
Read MoreGlobal Times As the International Workers’ Day, which falls on May 1, approaches, a grand gathering was held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the All-China Federation of Trade Unions and honor model workers and exemplary individuals. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, delivered an […]
Read MoreDing Gang For centuries, the Himalayan Mountain range had stood like a towering backbone, separating China from South Asia and impeding the flow of civilizations and information. However, as the world evolves, these mountains no longer serve as barriers to development. During my recent travels through Bhutan and Nepal, I witnessed firsthand how China’s growth […]
Read MoreMartin Jacques One of the defining characteristics of US foreign policy since the beginning of China’s reform and opening-up has been its consistent underestimation of China. It never entertained the idea that China could become America’s equal, let alone surpass it. In fact, we have already arrived at the latter scenario. It is this that […]
Read MoreAndrey Kortunov Lately the not-so-fresh idea of a “European strategic autonomy” has got back in circulation in many EU capitals. This should come as no surprise, given the condescending and even arrogant attitude displayed by the Donald Trump administration toward US’ European allies. Politicians and state officials across the European continent can no longer take […]
Read MoreWarwick Powell Despite the US’ hyperbolic threats of 100 percent and 150 percent tariffs on BRICS, the group’s enlargement in Asia highlights its resilience and the growing desire among countries to collaborate in building a prosperous and secure future. In recent years, the BRICS countries have emerged as a significant force in the global economic […]
Read MoreYang Xuedong Currently, economic globalization is facing strong headwinds. The “Washington Consensus,” once promoted by the US and other Western countries as the standard model for development, has not only lost its appeal among many developing nations but has also proven ineffective in addressing internal challenges within developed countries. Amid growing discussions about finding solutions […]
Read MoreGlobal Times President Xi Jinping met with visiting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez in Beijing on Friday. This marks Sanchez’s third visit to China within three years, highlighting Madrid’s emphasis to deepening China-Spain relations and representing the continuation of the friendly policies toward China from many European countries. Sources from the Spanish government revealed that […]
Read MoreGlobal Times In a world increasingly shaped by fractured alliances, three Asian neighbors – China, Japan, and South Korea – have quietly revived a long-dormant trilateral dialogue. The 13th China-Japan-ROK Trilateral Economic and Trade Ministers’ Meeting was held in Seoul recently. Their foreign ministers also met in Tokyo on March 22 for the first time […]
Read MoreGlobal Times On April 2, the US announced its long-anticipated global reciprocal tariff plan. The US stated that the reciprocal tariffs would be implemented in two phases: a “baseline” tariff of 10 percent on all imports, and much higher rates ranging from 10 percent to 50 percent on most countries. China will face a 34 […]
Read MoreDing Gang The morning sun illuminates the intricate stone bricks of Durbar Square, bringing the exquisite stone carvings on the 18th-century palace walls to life. My fingers gently touch the newly restored wooden doors, their surface warm and vivid — as if they had just awakened from a masterful surgery. The carved patterns tell a […]
Read MoreAndrey Kortunov Lately the not-so-fresh idea of a “European strategic autonomy” has got back in circulation in many EU capitals. This should come as no surprise, given the condescending and even arrogant attitude displayed by the Donald Trump administration toward US’ European allies. Politicians and state officials across the European continent can no longer take […]
Read MoreGlobal Times Amid the complex and changing international situation, Europe’s self-positioning and the development of China-Europe relations have drawn significant attention. However, a series of recent actions and statements from the European side have been puzzling. First, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas claimed that if the US and Europe […]
Read MoreDing Gang More than two thousand years ago, atop the walls of Syracuse in Sicily, Archimedes was said to have directed soldiers to raise polished bronze shields. According to legend, these reflective surfaces concentrated sunlight into deadly beams, igniting the sails of Roman warships. When I stood on a platform to see the vast array […]
Read MoreEvandro Menezes de Carvalho The first few months of the Trump administration have shaken up the chessboard of the international system. Some pieces on this board, which were accustomed to playing in certain positions, are being discarded or forced to assume new roles. Using chess as a metaphor, those who were once “queens” are now […]
Read MoreNewswire Paris: Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch this week presented her letters of credence as Pakistan’s Ambassador to France to President Emmanuel Macron. At a dignified Presentation of Credentials ceremony held at the Elysee Palace, Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch conveyed the best regards of President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to President […]
Read MoreDing Gang The US anxiety and fear of China is nothing new. It has played out like an endless drama with infinite sequels since the Cold War. The latest installment in this long-running saga features a flashy new twist: the “threat” of Chinese artificial intelligence (AI). This time, the “theme song” is straightforward: “China must […]
Read MoreAndrey Kortunov Conventional wisdom suggests that these days the only really big fight around AI takes place between the US and China and the rest of us are sort of idle observers of this epic struggle. It argues that we can cheer on Washington or Beijing, while enjoying many fascinating features of GPT-4 or of […]
Read MoreDing Gang The findings of a Wednesday-released report from the American Chamber of Commerce on the state of business in southern China reveals a fascinating trend: Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and weakened confidence in the future of China-US relations, American companies are reinvesting in China. They are expanding operations in the world’s second-largest economy and […]
Read MoreGlobal Times The National Bureau of Statistics of China recently released data showing that in 2024, the nationwide per capita disposable income reached 41,314 yuan ($5,672), exceeding 40,000 yuan for the first time – nearly double the 21,996 yuan recorded in 2015. This milestone not only marks a significant improvement in the living standards of […]
Read MoreDing Gang Apple is reportedly to reveal its latest iPhone SE4 on Wednesday. Expected to sell for roughly $499 in China (with government subsidies making it cheaper for some), the new device signals Apple’s effort to tap into the mid-range market without losing its signature premium appeal. Why does the global tech application pattern increasingly […]
Read MoreGlobal Times Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, who is also Chinese lead person for China-US economic and trade affairs, held a video call Friday with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on bilateral important economic issues. The two sides exchanged in-depth views on the implementation of consensus reached by the two heads of state during their […]
Read MoreDing Gang “Three dollars for one of these?!” I stared in disbelief at the avocado prices on my computer screen. Years ago, when I was working in New York, avocados were one of the cheapest fruits in the supermarket, selling for just 99 cents each. Looking at the price tags on e-commerce platforms, I can […]
Read MoreGlobal Times Canada, long known for championing “value-based diplomacy,” recently staged a textbook example of “value-confused diplomacy.” Amid persistent calls from the US “wanting” Canada as its 51st State and ongoing threats of tariffs, 13 Canadian premiers recently visited Washington for lobby. However, what drew particular attention was not the US-Canada relations, but their decision […]
Read MoreDing Gang The Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has recently garnered significant attention in the global technological landscape. It has developed AI models that not only rival but, in some cases, surpass those of leading American companies. This achievement is particularly noteworthy as it has been accomplished despite hardware constraints, through the application of innovative algorithms […]
Read MoreGlobal Times DeepSeek has emerged as a captivating topic of discussion in the global AI community. This small team of fewer than 140 people has achieved what even some tech giants struggle to accomplish. Nearly all the engineers and researchers powering this company’s success were educated at China’s universities, and the average age of the […]
Read MoreGlobal Times As the Spring Festival of the Year of the Snake draws near, regardless of one’s location or the hustle and bustle of daily life, the chime of the Spring Festival always evokes a deep sense of nostalgia and longing for home inside Chinese people’s hearts. Today, the Spring Festival, the most important traditional […]
Read MoreDing Gang US President Donald Trump’s inauguration has recently become a focal point for the media. My attention was drawn to a group photograph featuring some American business leaders gathered at the ceremony, including Elon Musk from Tesla, Tim Cook from Apple, Jeff Bezos from Amazon and Mark Zuckerberg from Meta. These names and faces […]
Read MoreAndrey Kortunov Though the BRICS group has already been around for quite some time, in recent days it has once again become the center of public attention. The renewed interest most likely came from the recent enlargement of the group, which saw its membership double within one year. Earlier this month, Indonesia became a full […]
Read MoreEvandro Menezes de Carvalho Rapid and dynamic changes have shaped the contemporary global landscape, many of which revolve around China’s increasingly prominent role. As the world’s second-largest economy and a leader in technological innovation, China attracts attention and sparks debates about its image and influence on the international stage. A recently published survey by the […]
Read MoreWarwick Powell The concept of “Hehe” in Chinese culture, with the first “He” embodying harmony, peace and balance and the second representing convergence, unity and cooperation, is central to both the individual and collective mind-set in China. Rooted in thousands of years of philosophy, the idea of “Hehe” serves as a guiding principle for living […]
Read MoreGlobal Times According to data released by the General Administration of Customs of China on January 13, the total value of China’s import and export of goods trade in 2024 was 43.85 trillion yuan ($5.98 trillion), a year-on-year increase of 5 percent, the scale of which hit a record high. Among them, foreign trade gained […]
Read MoreJerry Grey The concept of “Hehe” in Chinese culture, with the first “He” embodying harmony, peace and balance and the second representing convergence, unity and cooperation, is central to both the individual and collective mind-set in China. Rooted in thousands of years of philosophy, the idea of “Hehe” serves as a guiding principle for living […]
Read MoreGlobal Times The Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) recently announced the results of the “CJK Spirit Word of the Year 2025” selection, with the Chinese word for “future” winning the highest number of votes. This has sparked sustained attention across public opinion in the three countries involved – China, Japan and South Korea. TCS secretary-general Lee […]
Read MoreDing Gang On December 29, 2024, former US president Jimmy Carter passed away, at the age of 100. Carter’s contributions to US-China relations were significant. As the driving force behind establishing diplomatic ties between the two nations, he played a pivotal role in fostering cooperation and mutual understanding over the decades. Among all US presidents […]
Read MoreDing Gang Wang Xuguang, then a project manager at China Harbour Engineering Company, witnessed the same scene every day: cargo ships loaded with containers slowly passing through the Panama Canal, heading toward the Atlantic Ocean in the distance. When I interviewed in Panama a decade ago, his company was building a terminal for the Taiwan […]
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