Stories from beijing · China

China's auto industry is redefining luxury SUV value with models priced between 300,000 to 500,000 yuan, offering a compelling alternative to imported luxury brands. These vehicles combine high performance with low fuel consumption and advanced intelligent driving assistance features. The Beijing Auto Show highlights this trend, showcasing innovations like 2K resolution LiDAR and powerful processing chips for handling data volumes. The Chinese automotive industry is showcasing its comprehensive capabilities, from microcars to luxury vehicles, including MPVs, SUVs, sedans, and pickups.

China has reported zero domestic malaria cases, according to recent health data. Global malaria statistics show approximately 200 million infections and 600,000 deaths annually. Health officials said that malaria remains prevalent primarily in Africa and Southeast Asia. Prevention efforts focus on managing imported cases and utilizing treatments to prevent life-threatening symptoms. Vaccines are available but effectiveness varies by region. Authorities continue to support malaria prevention and control work to mitigate health crises. China has been certified by the World Health Organization for eliminating malaria, marking a achievement in public health.

Lu Xiulian, a rural farmer, has become a prolific writer over the past thirty years, publishing over a thousand novels, essays, and poems.

Chinese joint venture auto companies are increasingly integrating into the local market, with many models now being China-exclusive and co-developed with Chinese partners. China's integrated vehicle door modules are eliminating manual window cranks due to highly integrated motor and frame designs.

The broadcast discusses historical power struggles in China, focusing on the Qing Dynasty. Japan's principle of exporting weapons globally is seen as a step towards restoring militarism. China, as a victor of World War II, has not signed a peace treaty with Japan and retains the right to station troops there. Recent provocations by Japan are noted.

Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a congratulatory message to President-elect Romuald Wadagni of Benin.

China is pursuing an open approach to telecommunications and scientific advancement, recognizing that progress is impossible in isolation. The nation's 'New Infrastructure' program, launched in 2021, involves investment in 'smart' technologies and networks. Despite strict internet censorship, Chinese leadership understands that isolation would hinder its ability to compete globally. The strategy focuses on increasing openness in communication rather than solely expanding resources or artificial intelligence capabilities. This approach counters calls from some, like those associated with Donald Trump, to restrict technology exports to China. The development poses a nuclear threat to India's neighborhood and has prompted warnings from the United States.

Extransfer founder and CEO Deng Guobiao announced the platform now supports local collection accounts in nearly 60 countries. This expansion allows sellers to receive payments in local currencies, intended to increase transaction security and stability for international buyers and sellers. The announcement coincided with a report from the Ministry of Commerce Research Institute regarding the growth of industrial goods exports. The service aims to facilitate smoother cross-border trade for global clients. The announcement coincided with activities at the 139th Canton Fair involving nearly 100 participating enterprises and trade service institutions.

Chinese authorities have implemented stricter regulations targeting government officials whose family members reside abroad.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun denied reports that US forces intercepted a vessel departing from mainland China in the Strait of Hormuz. The comments were made during a routine press conference on April 29. China has rejected a joint statement from the United States and five American nations accusing it of politicizing maritime trade to pressure Panama. He characterized Japan's approach as creating small circles and camp confrontation rather than pursuing peace and cooperation. Lin stated that the claims are fabricated and distort the truth. The spokesperson said that the Panama Canal must remain a permanently neutral international waterway. Lin Jian stated that China's position regarding Panama ports is clear and will firmly defend China's legitimate rights. Lin further alleged that the US has long occupied the Panama Canal and trampled on Panamanian sovereignty.