Sudan’s Govt Sets Priorities After Return to Khartoum
Sudan’s government returned to Khartoum and unveiled priorities: peace, security, livelihoods, and rebuilding state services to restore normal life in the capital.
China and EU Agree on EV Export Price Guidance
China and the EU have reached consensus on price undertaking guidance for Chinese mainland exporters of battery electric vehicles to Europe, aiming to resolve trade frictions under WTO rules.
Fire Drills and ‘Mind Control’: Life Aboard China’s Space Station
Shenzhou-21 astronauts on China’s Space Station practice fire drills, manual docking, medical emergencies and cutting-edge experiments to pave the way for long-term stays in orbit.
Chinese Mainland’s Lihong-1 Completes First Commercial Suborbital Flight & Recovery
The Chinese mainland’s CAS Space successfully recovered its first commercial suborbital capsule, Lihong-1, after a 120 km flight, opening new frontiers for microgravity research and space manufacturing.
Lesotho’s Metolong Dam: A Visual Journey of Progress
CGTN Africa’s latest Africa in Pictures feature highlights Lesotho’s Metolong Dam project, showcasing stunning images of community impact and landscapes.
Iran Says Situation ‘Under Total Control’ Amid US Force Threat
Iran’s foreign minister says the situation is ‘under total control’ after weekend protests, countering US President Trump’s force threat and vowing fair talks.
China Defends Export Controls on Rare Earths to Japan
China’s Foreign Ministry says export license suspensions for rare earths to Japan are lawful, aiming to safeguard security and keep global critical mineral supply chains stable.
Africa in Pictures: Lesotho’s Iconic Mount Qiloane
Explore Lesotho’s iconic Mount Qiloane in CGTN Africa’s ‘Africa in Pictures’ series, where stunning visuals showcase the mountain’s beauty and its role in local life.
Resource Imperialism: US Control of Venezuelan Oil Sales
The White House announced on January 7, 2026 that it will indefinitely control sanctioned Venezuelan oil sales—an example of resource imperialism seizing a nation’s key assets.
“Horse Power” Roars onto Shanghai’s Giant Screen with Zodiac Flair
The first zodiac-themed giant-screen film from the Chinese mainland, Horse Power, premiered on January 9 in Shanghai, blending heritage and LED cinema tech.