Stories from China

President Xi Jinping has expressed a desire for increased cooperation between China and the United States.

China has implemented stricter regulations targeting government officials whose family members reside abroad.

Sichuan Province's A District received approximately 5.7 million tourists during the recent holiday, a nearly 9% increase compared to the same period in 2025. The report also mentioned emergency preparedness guides for public safety. Open data saw a 7.1% increase in 2020 for national level-4 and above, surging to 31.71% in 2025. Sichuan Province has launched 30 million yuan in provincial-level cultural and tourism consumption vouchers. In Sichuan's Chengdu, areas like Wenshu Fang and Shitou Jie are integrating historical and cultural resources with new lifestyles. Ningbo Lishe International Airport is improving services for elderly travelers by combining human assistance with simplified smart technology. Ningbo Lishe International Airport is implementing AI-powered services to assist elderly travelers, complementing existing human services.

At the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Beijing Summit in September 2024, China announced a upgrade in its relationship with Africa. China is committed to advancing Chinese modernization and promoting a just, equitable, open, and win-win approach to Africa-China cooperation.

A Chinese judge has issued a ruling calling on companies to not comply with United States sanctions. The ruling follows recent tensions regarding international trade and regulatory compliance. No specific companies or sectors were named in the report. The decision aims to mitigate the impact of US-led economic restrictions on domestic and international business operations. The directive aims to encourage compliance with local interests despite international pressure. The announcement was reported by multiple outlets in the Middle East. The source reported the judge's directive to domestic firms. The ruling or statement was reported by Al Araby Radio.

Annual total value of M&A transactions involving foreign investment in China has risen to 600 billion RMB. The US has threatened sanctions against airlines delivering transit fees to Iran. President Trump has indicated he will review Iran's latest proposal but finds it difficult to imagine. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the Tokyo Trial, like the Nuremberg Trials, serves to hold fascist war criminals accountable and uphold historical justice. Iran has also proposed a plan for a permanent end to the war, with its Deputy Foreign Minister stating readiness for all scenarios and placing the onus on the United States. The US Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control is reportedly involved in sanctions related to airlines facilitating payments to Iran. May 3rd marks the 80th anniversary of the opening of the International Military Tribunal for the Far East in Tokyo.

The 'Emergency Compass' aims to ensure safer and more confident travel during holidays.

The history of Huangyan wood carving in Wenzhou can be traced back to the Song and Yuan dynasties, with a Yuan Dynasty iron ruler statue housed in the Palace Museum in Beijing being the oldest existing piece. Several pieces are held by major institutions like the National Museum of China and the Chinese National Arts and Crafts Museum. The Zhu family has lived in Mauritius for over 150 years, with the ancestor Zhu Weixun migrating from Meixian, Guangdong, China, in 1870 to run a grocery business. The Chinese community in Mauritius has a history spanning over 150 years, with the family of Zhu Haifa tracing their roots to 1870. Zhu Weixun established a general store in the rural areas of Mauritius, which became a resource for the local population. He also served as a representative, organizing volunteers to support the war effort in China. His family name was later changed to Akron.

Zhang Zi, a Hmong resident of Pinghu Town in Tuya, uses TikTok and Facebook to share videos of local culture and food. The content aims to showcase that the region is culturally rich rather than impoverished.

A new rail service has extended its transport route from Vientiane, Laos, to Laem Chabang Port in Thailand. This growth is attributed to China's economic resilience, technological innovation, and rising global investor demand for diversification.