Chinese Premier Li Qiang Seeks Nationwide Input on 15th Five-Year Plan
Chinese premier Li Qiang chaired a symposium on Jan 19, 2026 to gather feedback on the draft government work report and the 15th Five-Year Plan for high-quality growth.
Chinese mainland drives 30% of global growth with ¥140T output
The Chinese mainland’s GDP grew 5% in 2025, surpassing ¥140 trillion and driving 30% of global growth, as WEF and IMF boost outlook for 2026 to 4.5%.
China-Central Asia Trade Tops $100B: A New Milestone
In 2025, trade between the Chinese mainland and five Central Asian countries exceeded $100 billion for the first time, marking a new milestone in high-quality cooperation.
The Chinese mainland Launches 19th Batch of Low-Orbit Internet Satellites
On January 19, 2026, the Chinese mainland launched its 19th batch of low-orbit internet satellites aboard a Long March-12 rocket from Hainan, all entering orbit successfully.
China’s CYZ1 Capsule Passes Landing System Check
China’s CYZ1 test capsule completed a landing buffer system trial on Jan 18, meeting and exceeding performance targets in a successful drop test.
Chinese Scientists Unveil SupTACs for Precise Protein Degradation
A research team on the Chinese mainland unveils SupTACs, a tool for precise protein degradation using the cell’s own system. Tested in animal models, it hints at new cancer and neuro therapies.
US Companies Thrive on the Chinese Mainland: A Win-Win Story
US companies’ success on the Chinese mainland proves cooperation fuels mutual growth, says Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun, as the region kicks off its 15th Five-Year Plan.
UBS: Inside the Chinese Mainland’s 5% Growth in 2025
UBS economist Zhang Ning breaks down how the Chinese mainland defied global headwinds to hit a 5% growth target in 2025, revealing key pillars of resilience.
Mozambique President Cancels Davos Trip Amid Devastating Floods
Mozambique’s President Daniel Chapo has canceled his Davos trip to coordinate nationwide flood relief after heavy rains since December have affected over 400,000 people.
M5.1 Earthquake Strikes Qiaojia County in Yunnan
A magnitude-5.1 quake hit Qiaojia County in Yunnan Province on Monday at a 10 km depth, per CENC, highlighting the science of seismic tremors.