2026-2030 period crucial for Hong Kong to seize development opportunities: HKSAR chief executive
The 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030) is five crucial years for Hong Kong to seize the opportunity to expedite the transition from stability to prosperity, enhance social well-being, and build a better home for all, John Lee, chief executive of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region
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From rivers to the sea: How China built the Pinglu Canal in four years
China's Pinglu Canal is set to open to navigation on September 16. Located in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, the Pinglu Canal will create a new inland waterway linking the region to the Beibu Gulf.
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Two large groundwater reserves found in Taklimakan Desert in China's Xinjiang, shedding light on sustainable water use
Two large groundwater reserves have recently been discovered in the Taklimakan Desert in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, offering new insights into whether underground water resources can sustainably support the long-term development of desert areas, CCTV News reported on
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India’s exports to China surge 52% in August as bilateral trade shows resilience: report
India’s exports to China surged 52.35 percent year-on-year in August, significantly outpacing the 17.07 percent growth in its imports from China, the latest Indian government data showed.
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Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index up 0.12 pct by midday
Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index rose 30.11 points, or 0.12 percent, to close Wednesday's morning session at 24,697.35.
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China's 134.2-km-long river-to-sea Pinglu Canal now operational, set to boost regional connectivity, trade with ASEAN
China's 134.2-km-long Pinglu Canal in South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region became operational on Wednesday.
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China's top diplomat holds talks with Iranian FM
China's top diplomat Wang Yi held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday in Beijing.
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China’s sea-launched rocket sets new record, sending 9 satellites into orbit in a single mission
China launched nine satellites into pre-set orbits on Wednesday from waters off the coast of Shanghai in east China, setting new records for both the heaviest payload and the highest orbital altitude achieved in a single maritime launch, the Science and Technology Daily reported on Wednesday.
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Hong Kong unveils 1st five-year plan for economic, social development
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region unveiled its first five-year plan for economic and social development (2026-2030) on Wednesday.
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China opens major river-to-sea canal, creating trade shortcut to Southeast Asia
NANNING, Sept. 16 China opened a major new canal on Wednesday, giving its landlocked southwest a shortcut to the coast and overseas markets, particularly those in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the country's largest trading partner.
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Chinese state security authorities warn outdated antivirus software can expose systems to cyberattack
Chinese state security authorities have warned organizations against neglecting antivirus software and virus-database updates, citing cases in which outdated cybersecurity defenses allowed overseas hackers and other attackers to steal sensitive data, compromise work email accounts and remotely
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Chinese defense minister calls for deeper cooperation on global security
The Chinese military is willing to work with all parties to deepen practical cooperation, jointly address global security challenges, and resolutely safeguard world and regional peace and stability, Minister of National Defense Dong Jun said on Tuesday.
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China ready to work with ASEAN for closer community with shared future, says Chinese FM
China is willing to work with ASEAN to build a closer China-ASEAN community with a shared future, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said when meeting with Secretary-General of ASEAN Kao Kim Hourn on Tuesday.
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Chinese vice president addresses welcome banquet of Xiangshan Forum in Beijing
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Tuesday addressed the welcome banquet of the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, which was attended by official representatives from nearly 100 countries, regions and international organizations.
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