CHINA POSTS RECORD TRADE IN 2025 AS PRIVATE FIRMS LEAD GROWTH

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China’s foreign trade hit a record high in 2025, supported by a more diversified market structure and resilient private enterprises, official data showed on Wednesday. According to the General Administration of Customs, China‘s total goods trade—including imports and exports—reached 45.47 trillion yuan ($6.35 trillion) last year, up 3.8 percent from a year earlier. Exports rose 6.1 percent to […]

CHINA MEDIA GROUP HOSTS ANNUAL ENGAGEMENT WITH UJ STUDENTS

A vibrant forum hosted by China Media Group at the University of Johannesburg today brought together voices from across sectors to explore innovation, youth empowerment, and media collaboration. The discussions gained added momentum following the adoption of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) at the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee — a […]

COAST AND CULTURE – A GLOBAL MEDIA TOUR IN SHANDONG

Traversing Jining, Confucius’ birthplace; the maritime metropolis of Qingdao; and the coastal innovation hub of Yantai, a media delegation recently decoded Qilu culture’s 2,500-year legacy through a global lens. Meanwhile, China Media Group’s “China Up Close – Shandong Tour” kicked off on April 25. Over 50 journalists from Chinese and international media embarked on an […]

“CHINA IN SPRINGTIME – SHARING OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE WORLD” DIALOGUE HELD IN SENEGAL

Chinese and Senegalese officials have urged stronger China-Africa cooperation to bolster modernization and high-quality development across Africa. The officials gathered in Dakar on March 12 for Senegal’s edition of the “China in Springtime – Sharing Opportunities with the World” global dialogue, sponsored by China Media Group (CMG). The high-level dialogue focused on China’s development experience and […]

NPC SPOKESPERSON: CHINA’S ECONOMY HAS STRONG RESILIENCE, SOLID FOUNDATION

China’s economy has a solid foundation, strong resilience, many advantages and large potential, a spokesperson for China’s National People’s Congress (NPC) said on Tuesday. Lou Qinjian, spokesperson for the third session of the 14th NPC, made the remarks when briefing the press on the NPC session scheduled to run from March 5 to 11. In […]

C-DRAMAS CAPTIVATING AUDIENCES WORLDWIDE

In 2024, Chinese dramas experienced a significant surge in popularity overseas. According to AMPD data, in the Southeast Asian market, the number of viewers for Chinese dramas on video-on-demand (VOD) platforms surpassed that of American dramas, making them the second-largest source of entertainment for local audiences. Notably, in the free content category, Chinese dramas hold […]

BIZFOCUS EP. 116: NEW CHINESE STYLE REVOLUTIONIZING FASHION LANDSCAPE

The “new Chinese style,” which blends traditional Chinese elements with modern aesthetics, is currently a major trend sweeping across China. In this episode of BizFocus, CGTN’s Olivia He takes viewers on a tour of Shanghai, the fashion capital of China, to explore the unique characteristics of this new style and its transformative effects on the […]

CHINESE PRESS-ON NAILS SURGE IN GLOBAL MARKET

Sales of Chinese press-on nails surged globally last year. In 2024, about 80 million sets of these nails were shipped overseas. CGTN’s Zhu Zhu visits wholesalers and factories to learn more.

UN SECURITY COUNCIL ADOPTS RESOLUTION URGING SWIFT END TO RUSSIA-UKRAINE CONFLICT

The United Nations Security Council on Monday adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution calling for a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and urging lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine, as the world marked the third anniversary of the full escalation of the crisis. The resolution calls for a quick end to the conflict and mourns the […]

CHINA’S PRESIDENT XI JINPING HOLDS PHONE CONVERSATION WITH RUSSIA’S PRESIDENT PUTIN

Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that China welcomes the positive efforts made by Russia and relevant parties to resolve the Ukraine crisis. Xi made the remarks during a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Xi noted that soon after the full escalation of the Ukraine crisis, he had outlined China’s basic position, […]

ARE MORE AFRICANS LOOKING FORWARD TO VISITING CHINA THROUGH FILM?

While Ne Zha 2 has yet to arrive in South Africa, Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force is already captivating audiences in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. Its epic storytelling and cultural depth have sparked curiosity about China. Ne Zha 2 has grossed $2.07 billion, dominating China’s February box office, showing global audiences’ fascination […]