China reinforces geographical indication management, eyeing more trade with EU countries

To promote the healthy development of economic and trade relations with the EU, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) on Tuesday announced new plans to strengthen management of geographical indications (GIs) and expedite the implementation of the second batch of 350 GI products under the China-EU Agreement on Geographical Indicators. As a mark to […]

‘Taiwan independence’ a dead-end, sabotages peace in Straits

China has made serious representations to the US over the US State Department's statement on Taiwan's regional election, and opposes the US having any form of official interaction with the island, China's Foreign Ministry stated on Sunday. As the risks of Taiwan secessionists' provocation and cross-Straits conflicts overshadow peace and stability in the Straits with […]

Exclusive: Mutual respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity and core interests is key to steady China-Belgium relations: Chinese ambassador

Even if there are differences between China and Belgium, as long as the two sides mutually respect each other's sovereignty, territorial integrity and core interests, they can overcome differences and engage in effective cooperation, which is the key principle underpinning the sound and steady development of China-Belgium relations, Chinese Ambassador to Belgium Cao Zhongming told […]

Senior CPC official's US trip to push bilateral ties for a stable start in 2024

Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, became the first senior CPC official to visit the US since the summit meeting between two heads of state in San Francisco last November. Chinese experts believe Liu's visit, apart from allowing inter-party diplomacy to play bigger role in […]

GT Voice: US hegemony in LNG calls for higher Chinese vigilance

As natural gas plays an increasingly important role in the global energy transition and global energy trade, the strengthened position the US has taken in the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market has become an urgent reminder that vigilance is needed as to the impact of Washington's growing energy hegemony and potential measures it may […]

China to further improve budgetary system guiding state-owned capital

China’s State Council, the country’s cabinet, issued guidelines on Saturday to improve the operating budget system for state-owned capital, in an effort to give more support to state-owned enterprises (SOEs), and promote high-quality development of China's economy. The decrees outline detailed measures, aiming to put in place a comprehensive, optimized, smooth and effective budget system […]

Chinese Football Association accelerates restructuring process, reducing divisions from 21 to 16

The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has accelerated its internal restructuring process after its leadership reshuffle in October. Its latest disclosed restructuring plan has cut the number of divisions within the CFA from 21 to 16. Also, it is highly likely that the future operation of the Chinese third-tier professional soccer league will be unified under […]

Officials, experts refute Western media's slander concerning successful District Council Election in Hong Kong

Central government authorities extended warm congratulations on Monday to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) for the successful completion of the 7th District Council (DC) Election, another important milestone unveiling a new chapter for local governance. While the city has been immersed in a joyful sentiment of moving forward, in a sharp contrast to […]

COP28 witnesses power of China's new energy industry

The UN COP28 climate summit concluded in Dubai, UAE on Wednesday. At the conference, China's new energy industry and its contributions to aiding energy transformation globally were showcased, reflecting China's commitment to low-carbon development and achieving its dual carbon goals. COP28 President Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber announced on Wednesday that parties to the UN climate summit […]

GT on the spot: Xinjiang's youth football aspirations on the rise

Xinjiang is home to many football enthusiasts. In Artux City, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, people take pride in the strong football atmosphere and the support of the solid grassroots in the area. GT reporters again traveled to the region. In this second installment of a series of articles, GT tells character stories based […]