A new industry of empathy: inside China’s companionship economy
By Cui Yan, People's Daily Facing mobility challenges recently, I booked a companion service for a hospital visit. The assistant waited patiently, reminded me of my appointment, and efficiently managed…
Why is China targeting asteroids?
By Wu Weiren The solar system is home not only to the eight major planets but also to an immense number of smaller celestial bodies - asteroids and comets - varying in size,…
CAEXPO ushers in a new chapter of China-ASEAN cooperation
By Wang Donghui, Zhang Yunhe, People's Daily The 22nd China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) has marked a significant milestone in advancing China-ASEAN relations, with high-tech collaboration emerging as a new driver of regional…
China embraces two-wheel mobility as a green urban transportation solution
By Han Xin, People's Daily China's urban transport landscape is increasingly characterized by "two-wheel mobility" - primarily bicycles and electric scooters - which has become a vital component of sustainable urban development. According…
Five decades of electrification: China’s railways at the forefront of the smart era
By Li Xinping, People's Daily In 1975, deep in the Qinling Mountains, China's first fully electrified railway, the Baoji-Chengdu Railway, marked the beginning of a transformative journey toward railway modernization. Half a century…
Shanghai expands supportive environment for global talent
By Cao Lingjuan, People's Daily Shanghai continues to make steady strides in building a more open, convenient, and supportive environment for international professionals, ensuring that individuals from around the world can…
A ‘sweet bond’ on Silk Road
By Huan Xiang, Han Liqun, Qu Pei, People's Daily Hami, in eastern part of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, has long been a key hub on the ancient Silk Road and…
China-Laos Railway releases new drivers for foreign trade growth
By Yang Wenming, People's Daily Stretching 1,035 kilometers from Kunming in southwest China's Yunnan province to Vientiane in Laos, the China-Laos Railway has become a "golden corridor" linking China and…
Chinese companies bring fresh momentum to world markets
By Liu Xiaoyu, Luo Shanshan, Zhong Ziwei, People's Daily China serves as both a major destination for foreign investment and a leading source of outbound investment. According to a statistical bulletin…
Fruit prices in China becoming more affordable
By Chang Qin, People's Daily Many Chinese consumers have observed a significant decline in the prices of once-premium fruits like blueberries and Shine Muscat grapes. This trend is primarily driven…
Address economic, trade issues through equal consultation for mutual benefit
By Zhong Sheng, People's Daily On Sept. 14 and 15 local time, Chinese and U.S. trade teams held a new round of talks in Madrid, Spain. Guided by the important…
Xinjiang village turns wheat fields into profitable businesses
By He Yong, Li Yanan, People's Daily In Yaozhanzi village, Qitai County, Changji Hui autonomous prefecture of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, the early autumn sun bathes the vast…
Slow-traffic systems sprouting across China, making cities more livable
By Wang Haonan, Yang Yanfei, Shen Jingran, People's Daily Active transportation - whether through leisurely walks or eco-friendly cycling - has become an increasingly popular choice in Chinese cities. Urban "slow-traffic systems," defined…
China strengthens oversight of smart vehicles for healthier industry development
By Meng Fanzhe, People's Daily Recently, China released a draft notice on strengthening recalls, production consistency supervision, and publicity regulations for intelligent connected new-energy vehicles (NEVs). The draft makes clear…
Sport services highlighted at 2025 CIFTIS
By Wu Kai, Wang Zhou, People's Daily The Sports Services exhibition area emerged as a standout among nine thematic sections at this year's China International Fair for Trade in Services…