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07/12/2021

EP67 Examine your motives

The key part of this verse is Laozi's focus on Compassion, Frugality and lack of Ambition – what he describes as his three treasures.

07/12/2021

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6 min
04/09/2021

EP20 Watching the world go by

Roaming free and aloof, unmoved by people around him enjoying themselves and feasting, Laozi sees richness in wanting nothing. He is nourished by the Dao.

04/09/2021

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8 min
18/11/2022

COP27 renews the global hope of fighting climate change

Assem Hanafi is the ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to China.

18/11/2022

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7 min
22/05/2025

A look at China's economy in 2025

China's economy has made a solid start in 2025. In the first quarter, GDP grew by 5.4% year-on-year, surpassing expectations. From January to April, retail sales increased by 4.7%, indicating a mild recovery in consumer confidence, while total trade rose by 2.4%, despite ongoing global uncertainties and U.S. tariff pressures. What's fueling this resilience? How is China managing to navigate through these challenges?

22/05/2025

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27 min
13/10/2023

International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction: Why climate insurance matters

Beth Dunford is the vice president for agriculture, human and social development at the African Development Bank Group.

13/10/2023

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6 min
29/05/2025

China expands visa-free entry to 5 Latin American nations

Starting June 1, 2025, China will implement a visa-free policy for citizens of Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay. With China already the top trading partner for countries such as Brazil, Peru, and Chile, the visa-free policy is expected to bring even stronger business and cultural links. But beyond mere convenience, how will the new visa-free policy further stimulate bilateral political, economic, and trade relations? And how are young people, travelers, scholars, and businesses likely to benefit from all these policies? How does China's continued opening-up help strengthen its soft power and give the world a more authentic understanding of the country?

29/05/2025

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27 min
03/05/2025

Seizing China’s market in a shifting world

For five consecutive years, the China International Consumer Products Expo has served as a dynamic platform where global brands and cutting-edge innovations converge. From iconic labels to emerging players, the expo offers unparalleled opportunities in an environment fueled by both business expertise and immense purchasing power.

03/05/2025

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27 min
17/05/2023

After a decade of BRI, China-Central Asia Summit to start new chapter

Farhod Arziev is the Ambassador of Uzbekistan to China.

17/05/2023

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5 min
29/11/2023

How to salvage COP28?

Gordon Brown, a former prime minister of the United Kingdom, is UN Special Envoy for Global Education.

29/11/2023

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6 min
11/08/2022

A matter of principle

Meifang Zhang is China's consul general in Belfast.

11/08/2022

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6 min

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