
China’s Railways Reach New Heights with 2.24 Billion Passengers in Early 2025
China’s railways hit a record with 2.24 billion passengers in early 2025, marking a 6.7% increase from last year and showcasing the nation’s booming transportation sector.
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China’s railways hit a record with 2.24 billion passengers in early 2025, marking a 6.7% increase from last year and showcasing the nation’s booming transportation sector.

A new rail service in China allows travelers to ship their cars to tourist destinations, boosting self-driving tourism by reducing travel time and costs.

In summer 2025, ten US youth choirs united in China, performing at historic sites and fostering peace through music. Their journey rekindled hope for mutual understanding between the two nations.

Tea expert Lin Yunlian introduced high mountain oolong tea from Taiwan to Yunnan, bridging communities through shared tea culture.

Professor Deng Kongzhao of Xiamen University highlights the brilliant strategies of 17th-century general Zheng Chenggong to recover the island of Taiwan from Dutch rule.

At the 35th Hong Kong Book Fair, publications from the Chinese mainland take center stage, offering readers a rich literary experience with over 620 cultural activities.

Australian filmmakers are turning to the Chinese market amid global industry challenges, seeking new opportunities and collaborations to reach wider audiences and ensure growth.

A study book on Xi Jinping’s thoughts on ethnic work has been published in five ethnic minority languages, making it accessible to diverse communities across the Chinese mainland.

After his ALS diagnosis, former executive Cai Lei dedicates his life to battling the disease and inspiring hope for thousands in China.

Grand Epoch City in Hebei Province is a stunning replica of Ming and Qing Dynasty Beijing, offering visitors an immersive journey into China’s imperial past with its grand architecture and gardens.