Qinshan Nuclear Power Plant Sets Benchmark for Safety and Environmental Stewardship

Qinshan Nuclear Power Plant, China’s pioneering nuclear power facility located on the southeastern coast of Haiyan, has set a new standard for safety and environmental protection in the industry. With a total installed capacity of 6.66 million kilowatts across its nine units, the plant generates approximately 52 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually. This consistent performance … Read more

Lighting Capital of China and Emerging Tourism Hub

Guzhen Township in Zhongshan, often referred to as China’s lighting capital, spans over 50 square kilometers and dominates 70% of China’s lighting market. Its products reach over 130 countries and regions, cementing its position as a global leader in the industry. Tourism is another sector with significant growth potential in the area. “The Shenzhong Link … Read more

Historic Dapeng Fortress Wall Collapses Due to Heavy Rain

Shenzhen, June 25, 2024 – The south gate wall of Dapeng Fortress, a Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) walled village in Shenzhen, South China’s Guangdong Province, recently collapsed due to continuous heavy rain, according to an announcement by the general office of the site in the city’s Dapeng New District. The collapse, which occurred on Saturday, was … Read more

China Considers Harsher Penalties for Violent Juvenile Crimes

China is poised to implement stricter measures in response to a rise in juvenile crime. As part of China’s Stricter Penalties for Violent Juvenile Crimes, a draft amendment to the Criminal Law, currently under review by the National People’s Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, proposes a two-pronged approach: lowering the age of criminal responsibility and expanding … Read more

Xiaomi Reports Strong Q1 with Surging Smartphone Sales and EV Ambitions Intact

Xiaomi’s Revenue Growth and Smartphone Sales exceeded expectations with a 27% year-over-year increase in the first quarter of 2024, driven by a 33% jump in smartphone sales, reflecting a global recovery in handset shipments. The company’s total revenue reached 75.5 billion yuan (US$10.5 billion) during the quarter, exceeding the 73.5 billion yuan analysts had anticipated. … Read more

China’s SMIC Grabs Third Place in Global Chip Foundry Market Despite US Sanctions

Chinese chipmaker SMIC has achieved a significant milestone, ranking as the world’s third-largest foundry by sales in the first quarter of 2024. SMIC Achieves Milestone as World’s Third-Largest Foundry against the backdrop of ongoing US trade restrictions. The Shanghai-based company captured 6% of the global chip foundry market share according to a report by tech research firm Counterpoint. Industry leaders TSMC of Taiwan and … Read more

A Splash of Innovation: Chinese Scientists Develop Water-Based Battery with High Energy Potential

A significant breakthrough in battery technology has emerged from China. Scientists have unveiled a water-based battery with nearly double the energy density of lithium-ion batteries. This innovation, detailed in a recent study in Nature Energy, could revolutionize the electric vehicle industry. It may also expand applications for large-scale energy storage. The challenge of battery safety … Read more

From Long Hours to Launching Out: China’s Tech Exodus Fuels Entrepreneurial Boom

Li Jing’s story reflects a growing trend in China’s tech industry. Once a dedicated employee at a major tech firm, she worked long hours six days a week. Li eventually reached her limit. After a grueling period working until 11pm every night, she fainted at the office. This shift in China’s tech industry is driving … Read more

China Completes Crew Handover on Space Station, Ushering in New Era of Scientific Exploration

Three astronauts from China’s Shenzhou-18 mission docked with the space station today, starting a new phase of scientific exploration. The Shenzhou-18 crew handover and new space experiments, led by Ye Guangfu, were greeted by Shenzhou-17 astronauts at 5:04 am Beijing Time. This meeting marks the fourth in-orbit crew handover for China’s space station. The six … Read more