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Hong Kong’s economy expanded by 3.5 per cent in 2025, marking the city’s third consecutive year of growth and surpassing an earlier forecast of 3.2 per cent. Advance estimates released by the Census and Statistics Department on Friday also showed gross domestic product (GDP) in the fourth quarter increased by 3.8 per cent compared with the previous […]

Hong Kong’s transport chief has said the government will suspend a mandatory seat belt requirement for bus passengers and later revise the legislation, after the law was found to be only applicable to new buses registered from January 25. Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan on Friday conceded there were “deficiencies” in the law, saying […]

BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday chaired a meeting of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee.The meeting reviewed a report from the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau on its hearing and discussion of work reports from the leading Party members […]

(260130) -- PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 30, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng speaks during the "Ni Hao! China" tourism promotion event at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the United States, on Jan. 28, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhang Fengguo)

New Delhi [India], January 30 (ANI): The global precious metals market faced a massive reversal on Thursday as both gold and silver prices tumbled from historic peaks. Silver, which recently touched a record high of Rs 4,20,000 in India and 121 dollars per ounce internationally, saw a sharp correction that wiped out significant gains in a matter of hours. […]

The US president has warned the long-standing allies against courting Beijing US President Donald Trump has warned Canada and the UK that their recent efforts to improve business ties with China are "very dangerous," as both nations seek to reset relations with Beijing amid tensions with Washington. Tr

Hong Kong authorities have arrested two men and two women in an undercover operation targeting those allegedly working illegally as cleaners and renovation workers, after mainland Chinese businesses advertised their services online ahead of Lunar New Year. Chan Yan-kit, a task force deputy commander of the Immigration Department, said on Friday that the […]

(260130) -- PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 30, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Musicians from the Central Conservatory of Music Chinese Orchestra perform during a special Chinese New Year concert at the Kimmel Center's Perelman Theater in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the United States, on Jan. 29, 2026. (Xinhua/Zhang Fengguo)

(260130) -- TBILISI, Jan. 30, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People perform a folk dance during an annual gala held in Tbilisi, Georgia, on Jan. 28, 2026. TO GO WITH "China-Georgia economic, trade cooperation yields fruitful results in 2025: Chinese ambassador" (Xinhua/Chen Junfeng)

GUIYANG, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- In the mountainous heart of southwest China, far from the country's coastal megacities, a new urban rhythm is emerging as young locals and travelers in Guiyang, the capital of Guizhou Province, shape their days around a stylish trio of morning coffee, afternoon tea and evening craft beer.The numbers paint a striking picture. […]

"China has become a key engine of the global economy, driving the growth of emerging markets through the Belt and Road Initiative. Its high-quality development strengthens regional connectivity, reduces trade barriers, and facilitates the movement of people," he said.BISHKEK, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- Chinese modernization has made a significant contribution to […]

HSBC, Hong Kong’s biggest bank with a customer base of 6.2 million, suffered a system breakdown on Friday afternoon. The bank’s mobile banking app could not be accessed, instead showing a message stating the system was under maintenance and would be available at a later time. A staff member at the bank’s Mong Kok branch said HSBC’s computer network […]

by Yi Ling and Gu TianchengBEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- Amidst the pristine silence of Antarctica, the colossal astronomical domes at China's Zhongshan Station, a Chinese research base in the continent, glide open.Inside, an array of optical telescopes, operated by members of China's 42nd Antarctic expedition team, begins its nightly vigil. These […]

BEIJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- China's cultural industry maintained steady growth in 2025, demonstrating strong resilience and vitality, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Friday.The combined operating revenue of major cultural companies amounted to nearly 15.21 trillion yuan (about 2.18 trillion U.S. dollars) in 2025, up 7.4 percent […]

Hong Kong police are investigating an alleged robbery in which 58 million yen (US$376,600) was stolen outside a currency exchange shop in Sheung Wan. The force said a passer-by reported the case at 9.47am on Friday, with initial investigations suggesting two men made off with money worth HK$2.94 million near 272 Des Voeux Road Central. The pair, one […]

Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings, controlled by billionaire Li Ka-shing, risks losing its rights to operate major ports at both ends of the Panama Canal after the country’s Supreme Court ruled that its subsidiary’s contract was unconstitutional. The decision was announced in a statement posted on the official social media account of the Panamanian […]

New Delhi [India], January 30 (ANI): As global trade undergoes a fresh reordering amid renewed tariff tensions, India will need much more than trade deals to secure long-term gains, according to a report by Emkay Research.The report noted that tariffs have had a limited impact on correcting global trade imbalances in the current cycle, highlighting the […]

BEIJING, 30th January, 2026 (WAM) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and visiting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer agreed on Thursday in Beijing that the two countries should develop a long-term, stable, comprehensive strategic partnership.During their meeting, Xi said mutual benefit and win-win results constitute the essence of economic and trade […]

Controversy over Hong Kong’s mandatory seat belt rule has deepened after a former lawmaker said a government statement neglected to specify that the measure applied only to buses registered from January 25 this year, and urged authorities to clarify enforcement plans amid public concern about unwittingly breaking the law. Doreen Kong Yuk-foon, a member of […]

Taipei [Taiwan], January 30 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense on Friday said that it detected twenty-six People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and six People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels operating around its territory up to 6 am (UTC+8). It also added that twenty-six sorties were detected out of which nineteen crossed the media line […]

Washington, DC [US], January 30 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order warning of fresh tariffs against countries supplying oil to Cuba, stepping up economic pressure on the communist island nation.According to the order issued by the White House, 'An additional ad valorem (estimated value) duty may be imposed on imports of […]

NANJING, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- Scientists in China have unearthed a treasure trove of ancient fossils that is helping to rewrite the story of one of Earth's earliest and least-understood catastrophes: the first mass extinction of complex animal life.This event, known as the Sinsk event, struck about 513 million years ago. It occurred not long after the […]

Humanity desperately needs, nay, demands a new paradigm for global governance, which prioritizes economic development, free from wars, regime change and dictates, says a U.S. political-economic analyst for Africa.by Lawrence FreemanIt should be more than obvious by now that "the rules-based international order" created by the West has failed. Its demise, […]

Washington, DC [US], January 30 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced plans to decertify all Canada-made aircraft and warned of imposing a 50 per cent tariff on such planes until American-made Gulfstream jets receive certification in Canada, signalling a fresh escalation in trade tensions between the two countries.In a post on Truth Social, […]

HANGZHOU, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- It took just 25 seconds for 20,000 woks to be sold.There was no celebrity endorsement, no countdown livestream and no discount frenzy. The product was a plain stainless steel wok that had vanished from store shelves more than a decade ago, resurrected after a single 15-second video had rippled across China's social media […]

The project is expected to create high-value jobs across engineering, software development, research and development, and operational roles.LONDON, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- Chinese company Chery Commercial Vehicle (CCV) will establish its first European headquarters in the British city of Liverpool, local authorities said on Thursday.The move is expected to […]

Beijing [China], January 30 (ANI): Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Keir Starmer, on Thursday met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, with both leaders affirming their commitment to building a 'long-term and strategic partnership' while maintaining open dialogue on areas of disagreementIn a post on X, Starmer said, 'Growth at home is directly […]

DUBAI, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- With the Chinese Year of the Horse approaching, the festive spirit of the Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, has already galloped across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), racing into cities and campuses alike.The Chinese Year of the Horse will begin on Feb. 17, 2026, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. […]

(260129) -- DUBAI, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese student tries local attire during a Chinese culture event at the American University of Sharjah in Sharjah, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Jan. 29, 2026. With the Chinese Year of the Horse approaching, the festive spirit of the Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, has already galloped […]

As electrification and intelligent driving technologies accelerate change, the industry faces another pivotal moment, testing whether Germany's historic strengths can sustain competitiveness in a rapidly evolving global market.BERLIN, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- Germany's automobile industry, a cornerstone of the country's industrial success for more than a […]

New Delhi [India], January 29 (ANI): The International Series announced its return to India on Thursday. The second edition of the event will be held from October 8 to 11, 2026, with Prestige Golfshire Club in Bengaluru hosting the tournament.The International Series also unveiled the first nine events of its 2026 schedule, a global showcase that […]

BEIJING, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping and visiting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer agreed on Thursday in Beijing that the two countries should develop a long-term and consistent comprehensive strategic partnership.During their meeting, Xi said as the world today is undergoing both changes and turbulence, China and Britain, as […]

(260129) -- ZANZIBAR, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese expert demonstrates microscopic examination of schistosomiasis on Pemba Island of Zanzibar, Tanzania, Jan. 28, 2026. The expert team of the China-aided Zanzibar schistosomiasis prevention and control project has organized an awareness campaign and a diagnostic training course on Pemba Island in […]

(260129) -- BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang delivers a speech at the closing ceremony of the 2026 UK-China Business Council meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, on Jan. 29, 2026. Li attended the event with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Both leaders delivered a speech at the event. […]

Blackstone’s potential acquisition of a stake in New World Development (NWD) will help the embattled Hong Kong-listed developer improve its balance sheet and liquidity, benefiting creditors and shareholders alike, according to analysts. The New York-based private equity giant’s investment in NWD could take the form of “shareholder loans or direct […]

(260129) -- BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang holds talks with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is on an official visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, on Jan. 29, 2026. (Xinhua/Ding Haitao)

by Xinhua writers Ji Hang, Zhao JiasongHANGZHOU/LONDON, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- "You alone can make my song take flight. It's over now the music of the night." British musical actor John Owen-Jones closed his concert with this signature song from "The Phantom of the Opera," bidding the audience farewell while wearing a traditional Chinese-style suit in a […]

Hong Kong authorities are investigating the discovery of a severely decomposed whale carcass discovered on a beach in Sai Kung. Authorities were alerted to the decomposed carcass, measuring 11 metres (36.1 feet) in length, on Thursday after villagers found it on the beach at Ham Tin Wan, in Sai Kung East Country Park. The Agriculture, Fisheries and […]

(260129) -- BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Wang Yong, vice chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, addresses the annual appreciation dinner of the American Chamber of Commerce in the People's Republic of China (AmCham China) in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 29, 2026. (Xinhua/Ding Lin)

Washington DC [US] January 29 (ANI): On Holocaust Remembrance Day, the Campaign for Uyghurs (CFU) commemorated the millions of innocent people killed during the Holocaust and paid respect to the survivors whose resilience and testimony have ensured that history is remembered. The day marked the 81st anniversary of the liberation of the largest Nazi […]

(260129) -- NANJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- This combo image shows an aminal's fossil from the Huayuan Biota (L) and its restored image. TO GO WITH "Across China: Chinese fossil find illuminates Earth's earliest mass extinction" (Xinhua)

(260129) -- HANGZHOU, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- British musical actor John Owen-Jones (C) performs at the concert titled "Unmasked" at Hangzhou Golden Sands Lake Grand Theater in Hangzhou, east China's Zhejiang Province, Jan. 15, 2026. TO GO WITH "China Focus: From Britain's West End, musical voices find growing stage in China" (Hangzhou Golden Sands Lake […]

HANGZHOU, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- In Jinhua, an inland city in east China's Zhejiang Province, traders like to say the air smells of orders. The metaphor reflects the city's buoyancy after it recorded foreign trade worth 1.05 trillion yuan (about 150.5 billion U.S. dollars) last year.Goods, contracts and delivery schedules are in constant motion, placing it […]

BEIJING, Jan. 29 (Xinhua) -- China and Britain should better leverage their complementary advantages to expand and improve bilateral trade, Premier Li Qiang said when holding talks with visiting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Beijing on Thursday.Li said China and Britain's commitment to openness, cooperation and mutual benefit reflects the will of […]

(260129) -- BEIJING, Jan. 29, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People view exhibits at an exhibition themed on Chinese zodiac Year of the Horse at the National Museum of China in Beijing, capital of China, Jan. 29, 2026. The exhibition, displaying over 120 pieces (sets) of cultural relics, will open here on Jan. 30. (Xinhua/Jin Liangkuai)