High-five for China’s sci-fi on high tides
This photo taken on March 27, 2026 shows the opening ceremony of China Science Fiction Convention 2026 in Beijing. BEIJING — China’s science fiction sector has evolved over the past…
Domestic vehicle sales fall in first quarter
People visit the ICV (Internet-connected vehicles) and NEV (new energy vehicles) Exhibition Area of the 2025 World Manufacturing Convention (WMC) in Hefei, East China’s Anhui province, Sept 20, 2025. China’s…
Smart tech seen under spotlight, but the real star is human
At this year’s Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference in South China’s Hainan province last month, I expected conversations about breakthroughs, applications and collaborations. Instead, what left the deepest impression…
Asia turns a new leaf in its AI ascent
Humanoid robots are arranged at a tea plantation to help harvest spring tea in Huanggang, Hubei province, on March 22. WANG JIANG/FOR CHINA DAILY As artificial intelligence, which was once…
VW defines joint venture roles in China strategy
Volkswagen showcases new models at the Volkswagen Brand Night in Beijing on Wednesday. WANG YUCHEN/CHINA DAILY Volkswagen brand will launch 13 new energy vehicle models in China this year, across…
German anchoring system supplier Fischer bullish on the Chinese market, CEO says
Alexander Bassler, CEO of Fischer. Seeing great growth potential in the Chinese market, the German anchoring system supplier is optimistic about the Chinese market and will keep investing in the…
ADB lifts China growth outlook as exports, high-tech investment drive momentum
The Asian Development Bank raised its growth forecast for China on Friday, citing continued strength in exports and high-tech investment as key drivers of economic momentum. The Manila-based multilateral development…
China’s national high-tech zones urged to pioneer AI-driven research
Wu Jiaxi, deputy head of the department of planning at the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has called on national high-tech zones…
Hongqiao International CBD: 5 years of strategic transformation
The Hongqiao International Opening-up Hub has grown into a regional center of high-standard opening-up since its inception in 2021. At its core, what advances has Shanghai Hongqiao International Central Business…
Vale and Shandong Shipping ink deal on world’s first ethanol-powered vessels
Vale and Shandong Shipping Corporation have signed a Contract of Affreightment for new ethanol/methanol tri-fuel Guaibamax vessels, which are scheduled for delivery starting in 2029. It’s the first time in…