China Southern’s C919 Launches Dual-Base Service in Changsha
The Chinese mainland’s C919 jet starts dual-base service in Changsha, the fourth city to operate the airliner. A second C919 arrives before the 2026 Spring Festival, expanding connections.
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Guangsha Lions Snap Ducks’ 7-0 Streak with 91-85 Road Win
The Guangsha Lions ended the Beijing Ducks’ 7-0 run with a 91-85 victory in Beijing, led by Barry Brown’s 23 points and clutch shooting from deep.
Xi Urges Strong Start for 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030)
On Dec 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping urged officials to kick off the Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) with strong momentum at a New Year gathering by the Chinese mainland’s top advisory body.
Beijing’s New Tongzhou Station Slashes Regional Travel Times
Beijing’s new Tongzhou Railway Station opened on Dec 30, 2025, cutting Jing-Jin-Ji travel times and bringing Qinghuangdao within 90 minutes.
PLA’s ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Around Taiwan Island Send Stern Warning
The Chinese mainland’s PLA Eastern Theater Command ran “Justice Mission 2025” drills around Taiwan Island this week, warning “Taiwan independence” separatist forces.
Russia Reaffirms Opposition to Taiwan Independence
Russia reaffirms its opposition to Taiwan independence, backing the one-China principle and criticizing strategic containment efforts.
The Chinese Mainland’s NRTA Cracks Down on Abusive AI Videos
Starting January 1, 2026, the Chinese mainland’s NRTA launches a month-long campaign to remove abusive AI-altered videos and protect cultural classics from distortion.
Xi, Putin Exchange New Year Greetings
On December 31, 2025, Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exchanged warm New Year greetings, underscoring strong China-Russia ties and optimism for 2026.
China Launches Shijian-29A/B Satellites with Long March-7 Rocket
China’s Long March-7 rocket launched Shijian-29A and B satellites on Dec 30, 2025, boosting space tech verification and marking the 623rd mission of its carrier rocket series.
U.S. OKs Samsung & SK Hynix Chip Tools to Chinese Mainland in 2026
The U.S. has granted Samsung and SK Hynix annual licenses to ship chipmaking equipment to the Chinese mainland in 2026, a temporary reprieve after this year’s waivers end on December 31, 2025.