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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announces a comprehensive plan to modernize the State Department, aiming to enhance diplomatic effectiveness amid 21st-century global challenges.
World Bank President Ajay Banga highlights how lowering tariffs and boosting regional trade can benefit economies worldwide.
China and Britain have pledged to uphold the international order established after World War II, following high-level talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and British Foreign Secretary David Lammy.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Austria’s Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger discuss strengthening China-Austria ties and address concerns over U.S. tariffs disrupting global trade.
China confirms sending a team to Myanmar to monitor the ceasefire between the Myanmar military and the MNDAA, promoting peace and stability along the China-Myanmar border.
Toyota invests $2 billion to build a new electric vehicle plant in Shanghai, expanding its presence in the Chinese mainland’s booming EV market.
The IMF has lowered its global growth forecast for 2025 to 2.8%, citing rising trade tensions and policy uncertainty affecting the world’s economy.
The IMF has slashed its 2025 global growth forecast to 2.8%, citing the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on the world economy.
China is extending key unemployment insurance policies through 2025 to help companies retain jobs and support workers’ skill development, aiming to stabilize the job market and boost employment.
Chinese students are leading the Green Long March, inspiring environmental action across China. Through innovation and dedication, they are shaping the nation’s ecological future.