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"I'm determined to see the Long March route through." At 69 years old, this cyclist has spent 78 days covering around 5,600 kilometers, from Ruijin in Jiangxi province towards Wuqi in Shaanxi province, retracing the route of the Central Red Army's Long March. Despite the challenges, he has drawn strength from the Red Army's perseverance. "Compared with what the Red Army went through, my hardships are nothing," he said. His journey has given him a deeper appreciation of the Long March, and left him reflecting on how much life has changed over the years. Hear his story with #UnboxingChina. #LongMarch #Sichuan #LongMarchNewJourney
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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq agreed Wednesday on the need to open the Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement released by British government on Wednesday. Reopening the Strait of #Hormuz would reduce the pressure on global supply chains and ease the impact on people at home, said Burnham in a meeting with Oman's sultan in Downing Street. #MiddleEast
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China has released a set of guidelines on promoting the deep integration of scientific and technological innovation and industrial innovation. bit.ly/4yye9YA
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#BREAKING A 7.0-magnitude #earthquake struck Baqen county of Nagqu city in southwest China's #Xizang autonomous region, at 10:33 pm Thursday (Beijing Time), according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). The epicenter was monitored at 32.40 degrees north latitude and 93.79 degrees east longitude. The quake struck at a depth of 10 km.
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China Daily Editorial: As China enters the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, the nation, under the leadership of the Party, must turn remembrance into motivation, conviction into actions, and aspiration into progress. The Long March continues. Its spirit should illuminate the nation's path toward new achievements. #ChinaDailyEditorial #LongMarch bit.ly/4sl1OW8
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China Daily Editorial: The message from the Hong Kong meeting was that #APEC members recognize the importance of working together to address these challenges. The task now is to transform that meeting's consensus into concrete actions that will benefit sustainable regional growth. #ChinaDailyEditorial bit.ly/4sgHXHs
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The globally acclaimed electronic music festival brand Tomorrowland made its return to Shanghai from October 17 to 18, staging "The Magic of Tomorrowland: Planaxis" at the Hero Dome on the Bund for two consecutive nights. More than 10,000 attendees, including audiences from Russia, the United States, France, Australia, Canada and other countries and regions, gathered at the venue, with out-of-town and overseas attendees accounting for 84.2% of the total.
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US actor Steven Weathers recently visited Shaya county in Aksu prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, where he was awestruck by the "King of Poplars". The 1,507-year-old desert poplar tree is the oldest existing tree in Xinjiang. It stands as a testament to the endurance of nature and a symbol of the ecological resilience in Shaya county and southern Xinjiang. #XinjiangStories (Source: the integrated media center of Shaya county)
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Plastic bottles, tubes, and metal hardware are transformed into an awesome cyberpunk tea shop. The weathered paint details add an authentic touch to this miniature scene. This creative upcycling project turns everyday trash into a stunning piece of art! ✨🍵 #DIY #FunChina
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#FMsays In response to the European Union's fresh criticism of China's presence in the Arctic, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said setting up different blocs based on Cold War thinking and stirring up geopolitical confrontation are "not conducive to the peaceful and stable development of the Arctic region".
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This hyper-realistic Bruce Lee silicone bust wows fans! #Shanghai's Infinity Studio draws from Chinese mythology and pop culture, crafting lifelike statues to bring homegrown heroes to the world. bit.ly/3VUA52w
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Endless tests and fearless retries brought this homemade flying hoverboard to reality. Riding on the wind, the board glides effortlessly over the river and through the deep valleys. 🛹 #FunChina #DIY
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The People's Bank of China (PBOC) issued a set of commemorative #coins on Oct 22 to mark the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Red Army's Long March. The set is comprised of one 8-gram round gold coin and one 30-gram round silver coin, both designated as legal tender of the People's Republic of China. The gold coin's reverse side depicts a scene of the Red Army crossing snowy mountains and grasslands. The silver coin features a design portraying a sculpture commemorating the Red Army's successful arrival in northern Shaanxi and the Pagoda Hill in Yan'an, Shaanxi province.
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Thinner than a strand of hair, these #bamboo strands pass through weavers' fingertips countless times, transforming into figures so lifelike you can see every fold in their clothes. This thousand-year-old craft is being reborn in Dongyang city, #Zhejiang province. Could you tell it's all woven from bamboo? 🎋✨ #CulturalJourney
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Why does #China's progress matter to the world? British scholar Keith Bennett believes the secret to China's success lies in the Long March spirit: Setting a clear goal, overcoming difficulties, and never giving up. From the historic Long March to modern efforts like targeted poverty alleviation, he sees the same determination and commitment to the people. And he believes this spirit offers lessons not just for China, but for the world. Watch his conversation with #UnboxingChina to find out why. #LongMarchNewJourney
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In October 2026, Ningxia hosted the 47th World Congress of Vine and Wine, bringing the OIV's flagship event to China and Asia for the first time in its more than 100-year history. From distinctive grape varieties to clay amphorae, #Ningxia is carving out its place on the global wine stage. As one international guest put it: "The Chinese really can make great wines." From the Helan Mountains to the Yellow River, Ningxia connects China and the world, one glass at a time. Come to Ningxia. Cheers! #ChinaWine #OIV #WineCongress
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Recently, journalists from #APEC economies visited Shenzhen, exploring Hongqiao Park, the Shenzhen Science and Technology Museum, and the Guanlan Printmaking Village. In Guanlan Printmaking Village, they took part in immersive printmaking experiences and had conversations with international artists working there. While witnessing #Shenzhen's technological achievements, the journalists also appreciated the city's pleasant environment and vibrant artistic scene, marveling at its unique charm where technological innovation, culture, and arts intertwine. #ShenzhenHiddenGems
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#ChinaDailyCartoon #Energy, debt stall #Europe's industrial transition
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Think stainless steel is always thick and tough? Think again! It can be as thin as 0.045 millimeters. From everyday kitchenware to an essential material in foldable phones, stainless steel has more uses than you might imagine. Follow #VibrantChina to discover the surprising side of this versatile material!
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Chinese shoppers have spotted echoes of #China's revolutionary era in this year's fall-winter collections from foreign brands. From military-style jackets to practical workwear and canvas shoes, the designs evoke memories of China's "red era". 🍂
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The latest deliverables secured at the just-concluded Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Finance Ministers' Meeting are set to provide guidance for deepening regional financial cooperation and build momentum for outcomes in the financial field at the upcoming #APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, officials and experts said. bit.ly/4dOEv0X
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