BEIJING — Major enterprises in China’s cultural sector and related industries reported steady revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026, official data showed Wednesday. The 82,000 surveyed enterprises posted combined operating revenue of 3.56 trillion yuan (about $518.4 billion) in the first three months, up 6.4 percent year-on-year, according to the National Bureau of…
China will extend zero-tariff treatment to all African countries that have diplomatic relations with it from Friday, according to the Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council. Under the policy, between May 1, 2026, and April 30, 2028, preferential zero-tariff treatment will be applied to imports from 20 African countries that have diplomatic ties with…
BEIJING — China’s e-commerce sector has registered stable growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, driven by supportive policies and promotional campaigns, the Ministry of Commerce said on Wednesday. China’s online retail sales of goods and services grew 8 percent year-on-year in Q1, with online retail sales of goods accounting for 24.8 percent of…
ASEAN NCAP authorizes China Automotive Engineering Research Institute an official partner for the Intelligent Vehicle Advanced Safety Assessment in Chongqing on April 23, 2026. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] China Automotive Engineering Research Institute has deepened cooperation with global automotive assessment bodies, bolstering the global expansion of China’s automotive industry. In a conference held in Chongqing…
China’s first nuclear power plant featuring private capital participation, also the first “Hualong One” unit in the Yangtze River Delta region, was put into operation and started electricity generation on Wednesday, said its operator China General Nuclear Power Group. Marking a historic breakthrough for private investment in China’s major energy infrastructure, the Unit 1 of…
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The Dreame Nebula NEXT 01 Jet Edition attracts visitors at its launch event in San Francisco, the United States, on April 27, 2026. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Dreame Nebula NEXT has unveiled a rocket-assisted concept vehicle alongside a suite of intelligent mobility technologies in the United States, highlighting its push to integrate advanced engineering with…
Customs officials check export-bound NEVs at a land port in Xizang autonomous region. KUNGA LESANG/CHINA NEWS SERVICE Exports of new energy vehicles, photovoltaic products, and lithium batteries from the Xizang autonomous region recorded an impressive surge in the first quarter of 2026, according to Lhasa Customs. Exports in this category reached 72.73 million yuan ($10.63…
[Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] The Southeast Asian food scene has witnessed a rising influx of Chinese catering brands recently, with the influence of Chinese cuisine gradually penetrating the local dining market. On social media platforms, numerous overseas Chinese and international students residing in Malaysia have shared their delight at discovering authentic Chinese home-style flavors, sparking…
212 brand showcases its models at Auto China 2026 in Beijing from April 24 to May 3. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Chinese off-road vehicle manufacturer 212 is accelerating its push into the global off-road market, showcasing the strength and appeal of Chinese off-road vehicles through new technology platforms and models at the ongoing Auto China…