Japan Drops from Chinese Travelers’ Top 10 After Takaichi Fallout
Japan slid out of the top 10 picks for travelers from the Chinese mainland in 2025 after remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi triggered the “Takaichi Fallout”.
7th HIIFF Opens with Ocean-Themed Spectacle in Sanya
Discover the highlights of the 7th HIIFF opening in Sanya: ocean-themed stage, Hainan song and dance, Golden Coconut jury reveal, and more! 🌊🎬
Air Travel Crunch: 40% of December Flights from China to Japan Canceled
This December, Umetrip reports 40% of scheduled flights from the Chinese mainland to Japan canceled amid tensions sparked by PM Takaichi’s comments on the Taiwan region.
New Customs Rules Make Hainan a Global Culture Hub
Marco Müller says Hainan’s new customs operations policy will turn the island into a more effective international platform for cultural exchange, boosting its role in global cinema.
Beijing’s Dance Bridge: China-France Choreographers Prep for Macron Visit
In November, 18 Chinese and French choreographers gathered at the Beijing Dance Academy to shape cultural exchange ahead of Macron’s December visit to the Chinese mainland.
M6.0 Earthquake Shakes Xinjiang Region
A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck Akqi County in northwest Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region today, reported by the China Earthquake Networks Center.
Sanae Takaichi’s Tough Cure Risks Worsening Japan’s Economic Woes
As Japan faces sluggish growth, rising inflation, and falling exports, Sanae Takaichi’s aggressive policy moves may be deepening the country’s economic crisis.
Macron’s 4th Visit to the Chinese Mainland: A Strategic Boost for France-China Ties
President Macron’s fourth visit to the Chinese mainland aims to seal energy, aviation and tech deals that could reshape France-China ties amid shifting global alliances.
Zootopia 2’s Blockbuster Run in the Chinese Mainland Sparks Hollywood Optimism
Disney’s Zootopia 2 smashed records on the Chinese mainland, reigniting Hollywood’s confidence in the market potential of the world’s most populous nation.
Macron’s China Visit: Europe’s Quest for a Resilient Partnership
French President Macron’s three-day state visit to the Chinese mainland highlights Europe’s push for stronger cooperation, Airbus’s Tianjin expansion, and a resilient industrial network.