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China-Europe freight train trips on eastern corridor hit record high
The number of China-Europe freight train trips through the network's eastern corridor reached a record high so far this year, while the range of goods transported has increasingly shifted toward higher-value, technology-intensive products.
Hong Kong customs seizes 600 million illicit cigarettes in first 9 months of 2026
Hong Kong customs officers seized 600 million illicit cigarette sticks in the first three quarters of this year, the department chief has said, as he revealed plans to roll out more advanced contraband detection equipment. Commissioner of Customs and Excise Chan Tsz-tat told a radio programme on Saturday that the seizures in the first nine months this year nearly matched the 2025 total. He said that of the 600 million sticks seized, 200 million were destined for other locations but were...
2026 Baoji Marathon: A warm welcome on and beyond the course
The 2026 Baoji Marathon is set to kick off on October 25, with the host city giving runners a warm welcome through complimentary traditional breakfasts and special offers beyond the racecourse. Participants can use their race bibs to claim vouchers, enjoy discounts on shopping and entertainment and gain free entry to selected tourist attractions.
Cultivating self, family, state: An ancient path to good governance
"Cultivate yourself, regulate your family, govern your state, and bring peace to the world." This ancient Confucian principle from "The Book of Rites" still resonates today.
Global South 'needs to be heard,' says African official
China has built collaborative platforms for its fellow Global South members to collectively address imbalances in the global governance system, according to an African official.
Avoiding suspicion: An ancient lesson for modern governance
"Do not tie your shoes in a melon field, nor adjust your hat under a plum tree." This line is from Cao Zhi's poem "The Conduct of a Gentleman." It serves as a metaphor for proactively avoiding suspicion and preventing problems before they arise.
The Long March: History that shaped my understanding of China
Years later, working for CGTN, I found myself in Yeping Village, Ruijin, in China's Jiangxi Province, filming a documentary about this historic journey. I had come to document history. I did not expect the experience to change the way I understood its relationship with the present.
Chinese mainland boosts cross-Strait fishery cooperation
Chinese mainland boosts cross-Strait fishery cooperation
Yu Zidi, Zhang Zhanshuo win golds at national swimming championships
Yu Zidi, Zhang Zhanshuo win golds at national swimming championships
SAR boccia aces on a roll with gold and two bronzes
Hong Kong, China boccia athletes continued to shine on the final day of the Asian Para Games on Saturday as they seized the chance to take home more medals. In the mixed pairs BC4 event, Leung Yuk-wing and Cheung Yuen dominated the match to beat the national team 9-0 to take gold. Leung and Cheung said they were very happy to be on top of the podium. “Cheung and I played to our usual standards in this competition. Maybe the opponents saw that and were a bit nervous,” Leung said after the competition. “So we built on this momentum.” The pair also said they hope to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics and win gold at the Games. In the mixed BC1/BC2 team event, the SAR trio of John Loung, Yeung Hiu-lam and Chan Pak-lun defeated South Korea 7-5 to take home the bronze medal. Indonesia took the top spot on the podium, with Thailand clinching silver. In the mixed pairs BC3 event, Chan Ho-yan and Tse Tak-wah fended off Thailand’s Ladamanee Kla-Han and Withun Chanthakhat 3-2 to round out the podium, with host nation Japan winning gold and Singapore the silver. Edited by Tony Sabine