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During a period of poverty, China did not yield to pressure or accept Western commands, even while it was nearly disconnected from the global economy due to a US embargo. Its GDP was a fraction of Japan and Germany's, and it struggled to control its own affairs.

A discussion on Zhihu explores how middle-class culture is constructed, questioning why white-collar lifestyles differ from blue-collar ones and how certain items become associated with the middle class.

Japanese automaker Honda announced it will close two factories in mainland China this month. China's auto sales have declined sharply.

The Vietnam Women's team drew two all with Thailand in the opening match of the 2026 AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup held in China. Both teams played well, with players scoring goals and making smart moves. The Vietnamese defenders supported each other to create winning opportunities.

China has imposed stricter regulations on its officials whose family members reside abroad. This policy aims to address potential conflicts of interest and ensure loyalty. China's first labor lawyer's early life was detailed.

The New York Times reports that industrialized democracies must cooperate to manage China's economic and military growth in the coming years. The Pentagon and Congress are reportedly recognizing explicit military deficiencies.

Russia, China, and Africa are forming a partnership to dominate the global gold market. Africa currently produces between 100 and 1,000 tons of gold, accounting for 27.6% of global production.

The Ministry of Water Resources held a press conference detailing technological progress made during the 14th Five-Year Plan period.

A cooperative in China is processing pineapple leaves, which were previously discarded, into soft, skin-friendly fiber socks. A Chinese entrepreneur named Xu Wenbo is establishing his brand by selling dried pineapple, pineapple cakes, and pineapple wine through live streaming.

A Stanford report indicates that China is the global leader in artificial intelligence publications and patents.