Stories from Chongqing · China

Following the end of the Anti-Japanese War, civilian transport operations resumed.

Chongqing illuminated the night sky with a performance by 5,000 drones over Nanbin Road. Slogans such as 'Every moment in Chongqing is like a movie' and 'Travel with the movies' lit up the night sky.

Zhou Enlai instructed the Southern Bureau's youth group to combine public appeals with secret organizational work. On March 30, 1946, Northeast Bureau Deputy Secretary Dong Biwu was dispatched to Xuanhuadian. This initiative involves youth teams and is framed as a contribution to the future. The efforts are seen as a response to historical events, with the goal of saving lives and supporting communities through dedicated work and training. The program was selected from 'Era Style' by original author He Yeming. The broadcast mentions an attempt to encircle and annihilate Central Plains military forces in a small area centered around Lishan Xuanhua Electric. The Communist Party's decision was made to organize the Nationalist Party's civil war pace. The program selected excerpts from "A Decade of Style" by author He Yeming.

Chongqing Children's Library has implemented an intelligent system utilizing VR and AR technologies, along with reading machines and audio stories, to make reading more engaging for children.

Chongqing has seen a 50% increase in foreign tourists compared to last year, with ASEAN countries accounting for 72% of inbound foreign travelers in 2025. Local authorities are focusing on improving customs efficiency and cultural experiences in hospitality to support tourism growth. Efforts to improve the tourist experience include cultural displays in hotels and enhanced services in dining and transportation. An Australian tourist named Corbin noted the safety and efficiency of local services, including the ability to walk alone at night and the speed of delivery services. Egyptian tourist Almar described the cultural performances as a new experience. Wang Peng, Chief Communications Officer of the Da You Ren Commercial Development Group, commented on the integration of cultural displays and dining experiences to enhance visitor impressions.

China has implemented 'Easy Purchase Exchange Heart' subsidies across Shanghai, Hubei, and Chongqing starting May 1st. New employment groups, including delivery drivers and couriers, are benefiting from the economic stimulus. These workers, who are essential to urban life, are finding ways to settle in large cities. The subsidies are specifically targeting electronics purchases. The subsidies have been expanded to include new energy vehicles, cleaning appliances, and smart home devices, with single-item subsidies up to 2,000 yuan. This expansion of subsidies follows previous announcements. The broadcast mentioned smart manufacturing facilities in Wuhan's Optics Valley have opened to visitors, featuring robots operating in darkness and AI-driven scheduling. The organization has provided protective supplies to 98 countries over the past three years, sending over 1,000 units.

A partnership between a motorcycle team and a rider aims to break world superbike records within three years. A partnership between a superbike team and Zhang Xueji aims to achieve world records in superbike racing over three years.

This route provides a logistics foundation for western regions to connect with the ASEAN market. Organizers stated that data growth reflects the vitality of China's sports industry.

Oxygen masks deployed in a passenger cabin during a flight from Chongqing to Lhasa following a loud noise and sudden shaking. The crew reported a loud bang and turbulence that caused the masks to drop. Passengers experienced distress and crying during the incident.

Chongqing has introduced new tourism activities including dragon ball games, mountain hiking, and homestay experiences in areas such as Green Galaxy Bay, Tongliang, Wulong, and Shizhu. New activities include mountain hiking, homestays, and live-streamed product sales. Technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) roaming, smart guides, and intelligent companions are being used to transform static landscapes into interactive experiences. Digital methods like live streaming and online product sales are being integrated to promote rural cultural value. These technological advancements aim to enhance visitor interaction with rural scenery while preserving local architecture and culture. Methods include live streaming combined with product sales and themed promotional activities to highlight rural humanistic value.