China’s artificial intelligence start up Zhipu AI has announced plans to significantly intensify its work toward artificial general intelligence while reaffirming its commitment to open source development, positioning itself as a more active participant in the global AI research community. The company said
India’s position as the world’s largest rice exporter is facing renewed uncertainty after President Donald Trump signalled that higher tariffs on Indian rice imports could be imposed, raising concerns about price pressures and wider trade implications. Trump has accused India of dumping rice
China’s scientific community delivered a series of headline grabbing breakthroughs in 2025, reinforcing the country’s growing ambition to push the boundaries of technology and challenge long held assumptions in global science. From advances that surprised US experts to research that reopened century old
President Donald Trump’s cautious approach toward Venezuela has highlighted a deeper strategic dilemma for Washington as it tries to maintain influence in Latin America while avoiding dangerous escalation in an increasingly competitive global landscape shaped by China and Russia. While some critics have
Members of the United Nations Security Council have urged restraint and dialogue as political and security tensions continue to escalate in Venezuela, warning that further confrontation could deepen instability in the country and the wider region. During recent discussions, council members stressed the
The Dikengyuan residence, a well preserved example of traditional Chinese architecture, is attracting a rising number of visitors as cultural tourism continues to gain momentum across China. The historic complex has become a popular destination for tourists eager to experience heritage spaces that
Snowfall swept across Shenyang this week, covering the northeastern Chinese city in a fresh layer of white and marking a clear intensification of winter conditions in the region. Streets, rooftops, and public spaces were transformed as steady snow fell through the day, bringing
A traditional Chinese art form rooted in the mountains of Fujian is finding new life as contemporary artists blend modern aesthetics with centuries old techniques. Wuyi rock pigment painting, known for its mineral based colours and deep connection to nature, is evolving while
Shenzhen has once again emerged as China’s leading city for foreign trade, posting the highest total trade value nationwide during the January to November period. The performance underlines the city’s continued role as a core engine of China’s export and import activity despite
China has launched a new scientific computing intelligent agent designed to dramatically boost research efficiency across its national supercomputing network, signalling a major step in the country’s push toward intelligent science. The system was officially unveiled in Tianjin and is already being positioned
