Foreign Banks Upbeat on 2026 Chinese Mainland Outlook
Foreign banks forecast growth in the Chinese mainland economy for 2026, highlighting innovation-driven trends in interviews with Morgan Stanley’s Robin Xing and J.P. Morgan’s Wendy Liu.
China Vows Response to EU’s Carbon Border Trade Curbs
As the EU’s CBAM takes effect on January 1, 2026, China pledges to defend its green progress and push back against what it calls unfair trade curbs.
Hani Embroidery: A Millennia-Old Poetic Legacy
Discover how Hani embroidery on the Chinese mainland weaves ancestral legends into every stitch in this millennia-old poetic craft.
130K Celebrate 2026 at Beijing’s 798 Art District
Nearly 130,000 visitors flocked to Beijing’s 798 Art District for a creative New Year’s Eve countdown, featuring music, dance, heritage exhibitions and vibrant markets.
2026 New Year’s Eve Lights Up Beijing’s 798 Art District
Over 130,000 visitors lit up Beijing’s 798 Art District on the Chinese mainland for the 2026 New Year’s Eve Countdown, blending live bands, 3D shows and industrial art into a vibrant celebration.
AFCON 2025 Round of 16 Fixtures Confirmed: Key Knockout Ties Set for Jan 3–6
AFCON 2025’s Round of 16 fixtures are confirmed! From January 3–6, iconic clashes like Côte d’Ivoire vs Burkina Faso and Morocco vs Tanzania promise epic knockout drama.
Drone Strikes Kill Over 24 in Kherson on New Year’s Eve
At least 24 people were killed and over 50 injured when Ukrainian drones struck a cafe and hotel in Kherson on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025.
Harbin’s Ice and Snow World Shines on New Year’s Eve
Harbin Ice and Snow World in the Chinese mainland dazzled visitors on New Year’s Eve with neon-lit ice sculptures, frozen treats, and fireworks, kicking off 2026 in a -20°C winter wonderland.
Ring in 2026 at Shanghai’s Sinan Mansions: Food, Film & Wontons
Join CGTN’s Zhang Siran and influencer Daniel Aspinwall at Shanghai’s Sinan Mansions for a New Year food fair, Sinan Books and the Shanghai Wonton film lounge.
Short Drives Dominate 2026 New Year Holiday on the Chinese Mainland
Short-distance trips dominated the 2026 New Year holiday on the Chinese mainland, with road traffic up 9%, record rail journeys, and strong flight bookings.