Flames Dance on Water: Haikou Bay’s Fire-Pot Spectacle
Haikou Bay lit up with a stunning fire-pot display during the 2026 New Years holiday, drawing crowds and boosting Hainan’s cultural tourism economy.
Stay informed, stay connected—news for amigos everywhere.
Haikou Bay lit up with a stunning fire-pot display during the 2026 New Years holiday, drawing crowds and boosting Hainan’s cultural tourism economy.
From fireworks and carnivals to musical and cultural performances, vibrant New Year festivities across the Chinese mainland welcomed 2026 with unity and community spirit.
In his Jan 1 New Year address, Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined China’s 2026 priorities: from innovation-led growth and better livelihoods to modernization and global engagement.
Nearly 130,000 visitors flocked to Beijing’s 798 Art District for a creative New Year’s Eve countdown, featuring music, dance, heritage exhibitions and vibrant markets.
Ras Al Khaimah kicked off 2026 with a record-setting phoenix drone show, featuring over 2,300 drones and fireworks to welcome the New Year.
New York City and Sydney tighten security for 2026’s New Year’s celebrations, with bag checks, drone patrols in Times Square, and harbour cordons in Sydney.
President Xi’s 2026 New Year message highlights the Chinese mainland’s global cooperation in governance, climate action, and tech innovation.
President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message in Beijing on Dec 31, extending his best wishes to all.
Xi Jinping’s 2026 New Year message praises the Chinese mainland’s hardworking individuals, saying their perseverance has built a thriving nation.