| Area Total | 9,596,960 sq km |
| Climate | extremely diverse; tropical in south to subarctic in north |
| Natural Resources | coal, iron ore, helium, petroleum, natural gas, arsenic, bismuth, cobalt, cadmium, ferrosilicon, gallium, germanium, hafnium, indium, lithium, mercury, tantalum, tellurium, tin, titanium, tungsten, antimony, manganese, magnesium, molybdenum, selenium, strontium, vanadium, magnetite, aluminum, lead, zinc, rare earth elements, uranium, hydropower potential (world’s largest), arable land |
| Imports | South Korea 9.7%, Japan 9.1%, US 8.5%, Germany 5.3%, Australia 5.1% (2017) – electrical and other machinery, including integrated circuits and other computer components, oil and mineral fuels; optical and medical equipment, metal ores, motor vehicles; soybeans |
| Government | communist party-led state |
| Capital | Beijing |
| Population | 1.4 billion (July 2018 est.) |
| Ethnicity | Han Chinese 91.6%, Zhuang 1.3%, other (includes Hui, Manchu, Uighur, Miao, Yi, Tujia, Tibetan, Mongol, Dong, Buyei, Yao, Bai, Korean, Hani, Li, Kazakh, Dai, and other nationalities) 7.1% (2010 est.) |
| Language | Standard Chinese or Mandarin (official; Putonghua, based on the Beijing dialect), Yue (Cantonese), Wu (Shanghainese), Minbei (Fuzhou), Minnan (Hokkien-Taiwanese), Xiang, Gan, Hakka dialects, minority languages (see Ethnic groups entry) |
| Exports | US 19%, Hong Kong 12.4%, Japan 6%, South Korea 4.5% (2017) – Exports – commodities field listing electrical and other machinery, including computers and telecommunications equipment, apparel, furniture, textiles |
News about China
- "Consensus acceptance by everyone": Salman Khurshid welcomes comprehensive BRICS New Delhi Declarationon September 12, 2026
By Mohd Suaib KhanNew Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Former External Affairs Minister and Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Saturday commended BRICS member states for achieving consensus despite navigating complex global conflicts and contentious political issues, in the newly released New Delhi Declaration. Speaking to ANI, he said, 'I think that we […]
- India hands over first components of 70-metre "Bailey Bridge" to Nepal for flood-hit areason September 12, 2026
Kathmandu [Nepal], September 12 (ANI): India on Saturday handed over the first consignment of components for a 70-metre Bailey bridge to Nepal's Road Division in Hetauda, marking a significant step in restoring vital connectivity disrupted by the devastating Bhote Koshi-Trishuli flash floods last month.Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava announced […]
- UN calls terrorism scourge with no borders, stresses "no double standards" in fight against terroron September 12, 2026
By Ayushi AgarwalNew Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Terrorism is a scourge that knows no borders and requires global solutions, UN Secretary-General's spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Saturday, stressing the need to avoid double standards in the fight against terrorism.Speaking on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Dujarric said the […]
- RSS' Indresh Kumar urges China to follow Buddha's path, avoid expansionist policyon September 12, 2026
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): RSS leader Indresh Kumar on Saturday urged China to shun its "expansionist policy" and follow the path of Buddha, saying humanity and mutual respect among religions should guide relations between nations.Speaking to ANI after meeting Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala, Kumar […]
- BRICS emerges as most influential platform for emerging markets: Xi Jinping; says Beijing ready to work with bloc for peace in West Asiaon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday said BRICS has become the world's most influential cooperation platform for emerging markets and developing countries, adding that Beijing is ready to work with fellow BRICS members to contribute to peace and stability in West Asia.Addressing the 18th BRICS Summit in the […]
- PM Modi hosts gala dinner for BRICS leaders, delegates at Bharat Mandapamon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hosting a gala dinner for BRICS leaders and delegates at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital on Saturday evening, with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and World Health Organization Director-General […]
- "It's high time": UN backs PM Modi's UNSC reform push, credits India's BRICS Presidencyon September 12, 2026
By Ayushi AgarwalNew Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): UN Secretary-General's Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric on Saturday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remark that reform of the UN Security Council 'can no longer be delayed', saying the current structure with five permanent members no longer reflects the realities of the 21st century and the UN must […]
- "UNSC reform can no longer be delayed": UN backs PM Modi's UNSC reform push, credits India's BRICS Presidencyon September 12, 2026
By Ayushi AgarwalNew Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): UN Secretary-General's Spokesperson Stephane Dujarric on Saturday backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's remark that reform of the UN Security Council 'can no longer be delayed', saying the current structure with five permanent members no longer reflects the realities of the 21st century and the UN […]
- PM Modi, Xi Jinping commit to "fair, mutually acceptable" border settlement; stress "differences should not become disputes"on September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday expressed commitment to a fair, reasonable and mutually acceptable resolution of the India-China boundary question, while reaffirming that bilateral ties should be viewed from a strategic and long-term perspective.This comes as the two leaders […]
- "Meetings ongoing, shortlist to be sent to AICC": Congress's Bhupesh Baghel on Assam by-poll candidate selectionon September 12, 2026
Guwahati (Assam) [India], September 12 (ANI): All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary and Assam In-charge Bhupesh Baghel on Saturday said that candidate shortlisting for the upcoming Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election and local body polls in Assam is currently underway, adding that the state leadership will forward potential names to the party high […]
- 77 Kailash pilgrims, 3 volunteers missing in Nepal floods: Isha Foundationon September 12, 2026
Kathmandu (Nepal), September 12 (ANI): Seventy-seven participants of the Kailash Manasarovar Sojourn and three volunteers remain unaccounted for following the flash floods that struck the Nepal-Tibet border, with identification work at the site still ongoing, the Isha Foundation said in a release."77 participants of the Kailash Manasarovar Sojourn and 3 […]
- Xinhua Headlines: Xi urges BRICS to stand on right side of history, play pioneering roleon September 12, 2026
* The BRICS cooperation mechanism has continued to grow and expand, and has demonstrated remarkable vitality and dynamism.* As to the future development of BRICS, Xi called on the grouping to pioneer in advancing innovation-driven development.NEW DELHI, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday urged BRICS countries to firmly stand on […]
- Chinese practices offer insights into sustainable fisheries developmenton September 12, 2026
Eduardo M. Leano, director general of the Network of Aquaculture Centres in Asia-Pacific, said the Asia-Pacific region accounts for about 90 percent of global aquaculture production but faces growing constraints on land and water resources.ROME, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- China's experience in aquaculture innovation, fisheries governance and ecological […]
- Combining acrobatics and ballet, Chinese drama Swan captivates Athens audienceon September 12, 2026
Rather than retelling the story of the classical ballet Swan Lake, the original Chinese acrobatic drama Swan draws on the real-life experiences of Chinese acrobats and follows a young performer's pursuit of her dream of becoming a "swan."by Liu Baiyun, Chen Gang, Maria Spiliopoulou ATHENS, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- "Mom, I want to do that too." Eight-year-old […]
- "50% of IAF consists of Sukhois": Retd Brig Mahajan highlights strategic edge of Russia's engine upgrade offeron September 12, 2026
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], September 12 (ANI): Russia's proposal to supply advanced engines to modernise the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Su-30MKI fleet will significantly boost the fighter jet's thrust, high-altitude endurance, and combat range, offering India a decisive operational advantage over regional adversaries, according to defence expert (Retd) […]
- "Tu jahan jahan chale ga, mera saaya saath hoga": Jairam Ramesh highlights how Jawaharlal Nehru's Bandung spirit continues to shape modern diplomacyon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Decades after Jawaharlal Nehru helped lay the groundwork for post-colonial international relations in Indonesia, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Saturday invoked the iconic Bollywood melody to highlight how the former Prime Minister's diplomatic legacy continues to loom large over contemporary global forums, most […]
- "Will definitely win medals and improve our performance": Gulveer Singh eyes glory at Asian Games 2026 after historic CWG campaignon September 12, 2026
By Karunesh KumarNew Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Gulveer Singh, who made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win a medal in the men's 10,000m at the Commonwealth Games with a silver, said his preparations have been progressing well since the CWG earlier this year.The reigning Asian champion clocked 27:49.78 at Scotstoun Stadium to secure […]
- BRICS leaders converge on stronger multilateralism, UN reforms, peaceful resolution of conflicts: MEAon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): BRICS leaders on Saturday broadly converged on the need to strengthen multilateralism and make global governance institutions more representative, inclusive, effective and responsive to contemporary realities, External Affairs Ministry Secretary (Economic Relations) Sudhakar Dalela said, underlining the grouping's […]
- China-India ties must be viewed from strategic perspective with long-term development in mind: Xi Jinping during talks with PM Modion September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday said China and India should view their bilateral ties from a strategic perspective, keeping in mind the long-term development of relations, as he held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital."China-India relations […]
- BRICS Summit will open new avenues of progress for India, says UP Deputy CM Pathakon September 12, 2026
Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak on Saturday said the BRICS Summit being held in New Delhi is highly significant for India and will open new avenues for the country's progress.Speaking about the summit, Brajesh Pathak said the participation of leaders from major countries and the […]
- Dialogue essential with China to handle Himalayan emergencies: Vikramaditya Singhon September 12, 2026
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): Highlighting the acute climate vulnerabilities confronting the Himalayan region, Himachal Pradesh Public Works Department (PWD) and Urban Development Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Saturday advocated for a broader regional dialogue including engagement with China to address unchecked cross-border […]
- "Express my gratitude for support, cooperation from China during India's BRICS chairship: PM Modi during talks with Xi Jinpingon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed gratitude to China for its support and cooperation during India's BRICS chairship as he held bilateral talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi."It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you. Thank you very […]
- PM Modi holds bilateral meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping on sidelines of BRICS summiton September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. This is the first visit by the Chinese President in 7 years and follows a thaw in Sino-Indian relations after tensions escalated following the Galwan standoff.Earlier, the BRICS nations […]
- BRICS Delhi Declaration puts AI at the heart of cooperation on growth, health, energy, developmenton September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a key pillar of the BRICS New Delhi Declaration, with member countries underlining its potential to drive economic growth and sustainable development while calling for international cooperation to ensure AI remains safe, secure, inclusive and reliable.The declaration recognised […]
- Brazil, India have potential to build deeper strategic, economic ties: Foreign Minister Mauro Vieiraon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Brazil and India have the potential to develop a much deeper strategic and economic partnership, Brazilian Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira said, highlighting the rapid growth in bilateral trade, expanding business ties and close political coordination between the two countries.In an interview with Brazilian journalist […]
- Welcome to the post-Western weapons marketon September 12, 2026
Moscow showcased more than 500 products in Egypt as foreign buyers searched for weapons built for real warThe second El Alamein International Airshow took place on September 8-10 at El Alamein International Airport in Egypt. The airshow reaffirmed its status as one of the premier military exhibitions in North Africa and the Middle East. Its international […]
- Xi, Modi conduct in-depth exchange of views, agree China, India should be partnerson September 12, 2026
NEW DELHI, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted here on Saturday a candid and in-depth exchange of views, and reached important consensus that China and India should be partners.The two leaders met on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi.Xi said China has always viewed and […]
- "Now Putin has come to India...many things will change": Russia News Chief Ekaterina Nadolskaya praises India-Russia ties at BRICS Summiton September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Highlighting the significance of Russian President Vladimir Putin's presence in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, Ekaterina Nadolskaya, Editor-in-Chief of Russia News, expressed optimism about a major boost in bilateral cooperation across financial, economic, and cultural spheres.Speaking on the sidelines of the […]
- "Great pride for India": Himachal Minister Vikramaditya Singh on India holding BRICS presidencyon September 12, 2026
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], September 12 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh on Saturday said it was a matter of 'great pride' for India that the country is holding the BRICS presidency amid the current global climate, stressing the need to further strengthen the grouping and India's relations with its member nations.Speaking to ANI […]
- Taiwan rejects Beijing's interference in Vice President Hsiao's Italy visit, defends European Parliament engagementon September 12, 2026
Taipei [Taiwan] September 12 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Friday rejected Beijing's criticism of Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim's ongoing visit to Italy, saying China has no right to interfere in the trip, according to a report by Central News Agency (CNA).MOFA spokesperson Hsiao Kuangwei told CNA that China has no right to dictate […]
- BRICS New Delhi Declaration calls for stronger people-to-people ties, women-led development, youth cooperationon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): The New Delhi Declaration 2026, adopted unanimously at the 18th BRICS Summit in the national capital, has placed strong emphasis on strengthening cultural and people-to-people cooperation among member countries, with the grouping calling for greater exchanges in education, tourism, culture, sports, youth affairs, […]
- BRICS leaders pose for family photo after adoption of New Delhi Declaration 2026, join tree plantationon September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BRICS leaders posed for a family photo on Saturday following the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration 2026 at the 18th BRICS Summit being held in the national capital.The leaders also participated in join tree plantation at Bharat Mandapam. Prime Minister Modi was joined by Chinese […]
- PM Modi, BRICS leaders witness Bharat Innovates exhibition in Delhion September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with BRICS leaders including Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Saturday witnessed the Bharat Innovates exhibition at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi during the 18th BRICS Summit.Visuals from the exhibition showed PM Modi standing alongside Xi Jinping, […]
- BRICS Declaration backs India's UNSC aspirations, condemns J-K terror attack; voices concern over unilateral tariffson September 12, 2026
By Sahil Pandey New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): The BRICS countries on Saturday adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026, backing the aspirations of India and Brazil to play a greater role in the United Nations, including its Security Council, while strongly condemning the April 2025 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir and calling for zero tolerance […]
- BRICS Pay opens platform to more countries, eyes decentralised payment networkon September 12, 2026
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], September 12 (ANI): BRICS Pay is looking to expand its cross-border payment network to more countries, with memorandums of understanding already signed with companies in China, Belarus and Turkey and plans to extend the platform to additional markets, its CEO Andrey Mikhaylishin said.Mikhaylishin said BRICS Pay is being developed […]
- BRICS Summit 2026 : Xi Jinping calls on BRICS nations to take on peace maker role amid West Asia conflicton September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on BRICS nations to take on a peacemaking role amid the conflict in West Asia, reported Reuters. Addressing the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Xi Jinping said that China would work with other members of the BRICS bloc towards that goal, as the conflict in the Middle East 'does not […]
- Warm handshakes, global bonhomie: PM Modi shares moments with Putin and Xi as 18th BRICS Summit beginson September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday shared warm moments with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping as the 18th BRICS Summit began at Bharat Mandapam under India's chairship.In visuals shared on social media, PM Modi was seen greeting both leaders together, holding their hands and […]
- "Not all 'hijabs' are unacceptable to BJP": Pawan Khera slams Centre over covering slums for BRICS Summiton September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Congress MP Pawan Khera on Saturday slammed the BJP-led Central Government over the installation of large curtains and temporary barricades to screen off slum clusters and low-income neighbourhoods along key transit routes in the national capital ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.Taking a sharp swipe at the ruling […]
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's daughter Zahra visits Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya in Delhion September 12, 2026
New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI): Zahra Pezeshkian, daughter of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, visited the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya in New Delhi.During her visit, she explored the museum, which showcases the journeys, contributions, and legacies of India's Prime Ministers. Videos from the museum showed Zahra Pezeshkian dressed in a […]
- Xi's Album | Xi meets Modi in New Delhion September 12, 2026
NEW DELHI, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Saturday on the sidelines of the BRICS summit.
- ITALY-ROME-FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT-CHINESE PRACTICESon September 12, 2026
(260912) -- ROME, Sept. 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People attend a side event titled "Innovations in Aquaculture Production" during the 37th Session of the Committee on Fisheries of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in Rome, Italy, Sept. 8, 2026. TO GO WITH "Roundup: Chinese practices offer insights into sustainable fisheries […]
- Xi's Album | Xi attends BRICS summit in New Delhion September 12, 2026
NEW DELHI, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping attended here on Saturday the 18th BRICS Summit.
- INDIA-NEW DELHI-CHINA-XI JINPING-MODI-MEETINGon September 12, 2026
(260912) -- NEW DELHI, Sept. 12, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, Sept. 12, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)
- InPics | Shougang Park reinvents itself as vibrant urban destinationon September 12, 2026
BEIJING, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Beijing's Shougang Park saw its last blast furnace shut down in 2010, marking the end of more than a century of steelmaking. After more than a decade of transformation, the former industrial site now blends preserved steel structures with modern architecture and green spaces.The park hosted the Big Air Shougang, a landmark […]
- Chinese solutions power global mining green transitionon September 12, 2026
TIANJIN, Sept. 12 (Xinhua) -- Autonomous mining trucks haul ore back and forth, intelligent systems crunch data in real time, and mineral processing equipment hums along efficiently.At the 2026 China Mining Conference and Exhibition in north China's Tianjin Municipality, held from Thursday through Saturday, green technologies, intelligent equipment and […]



Recent Comments