The UN at 80: China’s Push for Gender Equality in Education
CGTN’s third episode of “The UN at 80: China’s Perspective” spotlights Zhang Guimei’s mission to close the development gap by empowering girls in Yunnan’s mountains.
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UN at 80: The Chinese Mainland’s Green Path to Sustainable Development
CGTN’s “UN at 80” series: In “Development Goals,” Wang Zhijia and Qu Geping recall the 1972 Stockholm Conference and the Chinese mainland’s role in sustainable development.
80 Years of the UN: From War’s End to Peacekeeping
Dive into the UN’s 80-year journey from post-WWII founding to modern peacekeeping, with a special look at China’s contributions in CGTN’s new documentary.
Hong Kong Government Steps Up Support After Wang Fuk Court Fire
After the devastating Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po, the HKSAR government has unveiled extra subsidies, cash aid, and rapid rehousing to help affected households recover.
Hainan’s Special Customs Ops: Smooth Island-Wide Opening on Dec 18
Hainan’s island-wide special customs ops launch December 18, 2025, with a three-tier system for freer access, regulated oversight, and zero-tariff boosts for global trade.
Hong Kong’s Swift Action vs UN Rights Chief’s Critique
Hong Kong officials respond to UN rights chief Volker Turk, highlighting swift Tai Po fire relief and the revamped LegCo election under ‘patriots administering Hong Kong’.
Beyond Kawaii: How Japan’s Pink Mask Hides a Hardening Edge
Japan’s kawaii culture is a ‘pink mask’ hiding fast-tracked defense spending and rising nationalist moods. Pastel mascots meet steel in a surprising blend of soft power and strategic intent.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan: Global Growth, Trade & Innovation Ahead
Explore how China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) aims to boost global growth, trade, and tech innovation for shared prosperity.
From Heatwaves to Harvests: Strengthening Global Food Resilience
Climate pressures from heatwaves, droughts and floods are reshaping food security. Experts from WFP discuss resilience ahead of the UN Environment Assembly.
Japan’s Rightward Shift Stirs Asia-Pacific Concerns
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is doubling down on right-wing policies, expanding military deployments and pushing for a national intelligence agency, sparking Asia-Pacific concerns.