The Uncertain Future of Xiongan New Area: Modern Socialist City or Expensive Ghost Town?

Xiongan New Area Development: Ambitious Vision or Future Challenges? The future of Xiongan New Area is under significant scrutiny as experts debate whether it will fulfill its ambitious vision or encounter substantial challenges. Launched seven years ago, the Xiongan project aimed to reduce Beijing’s population pressures and promote development in Hebei province and the neighboring … Read more

Chinese Employers Offer High Salaries in Fierce Competition for AI Talent

China’s Growing Demand for AI Talent Sparks Intense Competition Chinese employers are fiercely competing to attract talent with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI). Companies aim to gain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving technology landscape. To attract top professionals, they are offering substantial salaries. Surge in AI Job Openings and Salaries A recent report … Read more

Philippine Coast Guard Ship Scrapes Chinese Vessel in Contested Waters

Philippine Coast Guard Incident Near Xianbin Jiao Sparks Tensions In the early hours of Monday, a significant incident occurred between a Philippine Coast Guard ship and a Chinese vessel near Xianbin Jiao. This event has heightened tensions in the South China Sea. According to the China Coast Guard (CCG), the collision took place around 3:24 … Read more

Interprovincial Air Taxi Service Launches Between Shanghai and Kunshan

New Air Taxi Service Connects Shanghai and Kunshan On August 18, a new interprovincial low-altitude passenger transport route opened, connecting Shanghai Pudong International Airport with Kunshan City Terminal in Jiangsu province. This service significantly reduces travel time between these two key locations. Shanghai Newsky Helicopter Co. operated the inaugural flight, which departed from Kunshan at … Read more

Shenzhen Railway Stations Handle Over 23 Million Passengers Amid Summer Travel Peak

Shenzhen Railway Summer Surge Sees Record Passenger Traffic During the summer travel peak from July 1 to August 11, the Shenzhen Railway Summer Surge saw over 23 million passengers passing through the city’s railway stations. This period set a record high of 738,000 passengers in a single day, highlighting the intense demand for travel during … Read more

Over 23,000 Mainland Chinese Obtain Multi-Entry Talent Visas for Hong Kong Since Policy Launch

Hong Kong Talent Visa Attracts Over 23,000 Mainland Professionals Since February 2023, the Hong Kong Talent Visa has attracted over 23,000 mainland Chinese professionals. These visas allow stays of up to 30 days for activities related to technology, innovation, culture, and education. Peng Ling, head of the Immigration Administration’s exit-entry management authorities, shared this update, … Read more

Xiaomeisha Sea World Set to Open in Yantian District, Shenzhen Science Museum to Follow in 2025

Shenzhen’s highly anticipated Xiaomeisha Sea World in Yantian District will open to the public later this year. According to a report by Shenzhen Special Zone Daily, the park has passed its final inspections. It is now in the final stages of preparation for its grand opening. Xiaomeisha Sea World will offer a wide array of … Read more

China to Accelerate Digital Integration in Traditional Chinese Medicine Over the Next 3-5 Years

China is set to integrate emerging digital technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence into the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) industry over the next three to five years. This Digital TCM Integration initiative, therefore, aims to enhance the inheritance and innovation of TCM. By promoting the sharing, circulation, and reuse of TCM data, the initiative will … Read more

Panda Twins Born in Hong Kong: A Historic Milestone for HKSAR

Ying Ying and Le Le

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government joyfully announced the birth of panda twins early Thursday morning, marking a significant milestone for the city. The newborn pandas, a male and a female, are the offspring of Ying Ying and Le Le, giant pandas gifted to Hong Kong by the central government in 2007. These … Read more

Chinese Artist Liu Jingtao Showcases Traditional and Innovative Art in New York Exhibition

Liu Jingtao’s New York Exhibition Showcases Modern Chinese Art Liu Jingtao’s New York Exhibition has recently launched, featuring 17 of his artworks, and highlighting his expertise in Chinese landscapes, Tibetan Buddhist art, and fine-brush flower-and-bird paintings. The exhibition, which officially opened on August 15, 2024, at the Murray Hill Art Museum in Flushing, Queens, will continue … Read more