EU agri-food trade surplus expands in February
EU agri-food trade surplus expands in February – Agriculture and rural development Skip to main content The EU agri-food trade surplus increased in February 2026, reaching EUR 4.4 billion. This…
Global tourism leaders explore AI-driven future of travel
The 2026 Beijing Fragrant Hills Tourism Summit of the World Tourism Cities Federation opened on Monday in Beijing to discuss how digital technologies are reshaping the future of tourism. The…
Inbound tourism enters ‘strategic window’ as arrivals surge, report says
Foreign tourists take photos at Yuyuan Garden in Shanghai, May 5, 2026. China’s inbound tourism market has entered a “strategic window of opportunity” driven by expanding visa-free policies, recovering global…
China, EU discuss establishment of trade and investment consultation mechanism: ministry
BEIJING — China and the European Union are discussing the establishment of a trade and investment consultation mechanism and will hold related dialogue, the Ministry of Commerce said Saturday. China…
UEFA signs long-term AI partnership with Alibaba
BUDAPEST — UEFA announced on Friday a long-term partnership with Alibaba Group on artificial intelligence, cloud services and e-commerce, as European football accelerates its digital transformation and fan engagement efforts.…
Crayfish craze fuels Changsha summer economy
Crayfish is a popular street snack across China. Mid-May marks the peak season for crayfish in Changsha, Central China’s Hunan province, when locally sourced crayfish are at their most flavorful…
WTCF’s first Member House inaugurated in Beijing
Officials from the World Tourism Cities Federation unveil the Member House in Beijing on June 1. The World Tourism Cities Federation officially unveiled its Member House in Beijing on June…
Azerbaijan opens tourism office in Beijing
The ancient mountain village of Khinalig, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers visitors a glimpse into Azerbaijan’s rich cultural heritage. The Azerbaijan Tourism Board opened its China office in Beijing…
Families hit the road for connection
Beijing Universal Resort, a popular destination for parent-child travel. Parent-child travel has become one of the fastest-growing segments of China’s tourism industry, with families increasingly viewing travel as a way…
Province strives to strike a delicate balance
An international visitor tries traditional tea whisking during a cultural experience session at the Tourism College of Zhejiang in Hangzhou in mid-May. Zhang Yan still remembers the first time she…