Xi meets Singaporean PM, calling for boosting China-Singapore cooperation

Cute and quirky dolls made in China are gaining popularity from commercial hubs in Europe to shopping malls across Southeast Asia, driven by China's manufacturing capabilities, the broad appeal of homegrown brands, and growing emotional connections with consumers worldwide.

As one of the world's most renowned ancient capitals, Xi'an in northwest China's Shaanxi province boasts a history spanning more than 3,100 years and serves as the capital for 13 dynasties for more than 1,100 years.

A Sri Lankan exhibitor greets visitors during the 9th China-South Asia Expo in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, June 24, 2025. The 9th China-South Asia Expo came to an end on Tuesday. A total of 153 agreements have been signed as of 12: 00 on June 24, with the total value of foreign trade contracts reaching 8.479 billion yuan (about 1.18 billion U.S. dollars).

Located in the southwestern part of Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, Kashgar sits on a lush oasis nourished by the Yarkant River, which flows from the Karakoram Mountains. Since ancient times, traders and travelers crossing the Pamir Plateau have stopped here to rest, trade, and connect.

Representatives of China, 53 African countries and the African Union Commission gathered in Changsha on Wednesday to advance the full implementation of the outcomes achieved at the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).