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“Kung Fu Challenge” Season 3 Campaign Launched by FengShows

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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To spread Wushu culture and unite Chinese people around the world, in 2024, the 100th anniversary of the birth of Mr. Jin Yong, Phoenix TV FengShows launches the third season of the "Kung Fu Challenge" campaign, activating the challenge for young people around the world.

Key Points: 
  • To spread Wushu culture and unite Chinese people around the world, in 2024, the 100th anniversary of the birth of Mr. Jin Yong, Phoenix TV FengShows launches the third season of the "Kung Fu Challenge" campaign, activating the challenge for young people around the world.
  • Through a series of activities, the charm of Chinese Wushu culture will be shown to the world.
  • From March to December 2024, the campaign will be launched for the first time in the form of a close combination of online and offline activities.
  • "Kung Fu Challenge" is a Wushu cultural IP brand created by Phoenix TV FengShows in 2022.

Global Times: French scholars reflect on 60 years of China-France friendship

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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The early translations of The Analects of Confucius inspired French thinkers Montesquieu and Voltaire, said Macron.

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  • The early translations of The Analects of Confucius inspired French thinkers Montesquieu and Voltaire, said Macron.
  • Born in 1948, Mathieu studied at the National Institute for Oriental Languages and Civilizations, majoring in Russian and Chinese language and culture.
  • Through reading, French and Chinese readers can discover each other and get to know each other better," he told the Global Times.
  • Increased university exchanges, a surge in cultural tourism and a proliferation of translations have forged numerous direct and indirect links.

Global Times: Uzbekistan seeking new path to progress and prosperity with China

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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In February 2022, President Mirziyoyev was invited to visit China to attend the opening ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.

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  • In February 2022, President Mirziyoyev was invited to visit China to attend the opening ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.
  • In May 2023, President Mirziyoyev attended the China-Central Asia Summit during a state visit to China.
  • With Uzbekistan implementing a 10-day visa-free policy for tourists from China, tourism cooperation between China and Uzbekistan is poised for further expansion in scale.
  • Both countries are at a critical stage of reform and development, with China comprehensively promoting the Chinese path to modernization and Uzbekistan striving for building a "New Uzbekistan."

Global Times: Kazakhstan pioneering regional connectivity together with China

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Monday, January 22, 2024
Belt and Road Initiative, Research, Culture, BRI, Partnership, Science, History, RMB, Social science, Qonayev, Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, Rejuvenation, Safety, Confucius Institute, Global Times, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, COVID-19, SCO, Statistics, Transport, Economic development, Multilateralism, Shaanxi Normal University, Public opinion, Education, Belt, Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport, Silk Road Fund

In September 2019, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited China for the first time as President, and China and Kazakhstan announced the establishment of a "permanent comprehensive strategic partnership."

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  • In September 2019, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited China for the first time as President, and China and Kazakhstan announced the establishment of a "permanent comprehensive strategic partnership."
  • During Tokayev's visit to China in May 2023, China and Kazakhstan signed multiple agricultural cooperation agreements.
  • In May 2023, during the meeting between the leaders of China and Kazakhstan in Xi'an, it was announced that 2024 would be designated as the Kazakhstan tourism year in China.
  • China is comprehensively promoting the rejuvenation of the Chinese nation through Chinese modernization, while Kazakhstan is building a rapidly developing and prosperous "New Kazakhstan."

4th APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition Announces Partner Lineup and E-Learning Sessions

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Friday, December 15, 2023
Woman, Gen, Senior, DHgate.com, NetEase, Marketing, Mentorship, BlueFocus Communication Group, Vivo, School, Social commerce, Organization, IQIYI, Friends, Communication, Generation Z, Family, Female, Snap Inc., Information and communications technology, Entrepreneurship, World Trade Organization, Empowerment, Media Group, PostNL, Competition, Student, Commerce, Confucius Institute, ABAC, Black Friday, Education, Payment, Dalian Jiaotong University, Black, Robotics, Electronics, Learning, Xi'an International Studies University, Social media, Cosmetics, APEC, Digital, University, Management, Retail, Video game, Tutoring, Entertainment, Mobile phone, Economics, Flyway, Beijing Union University

These collaborations represent the APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition's extensive engagement in cross-border e-commerce, social commerce, and dynamic consumer product sectors guided by influential figures.

Key Points: 
  • These collaborations represent the APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition's extensive engagement in cross-border e-commerce, social commerce, and dynamic consumer product sectors guided by influential figures.
  • These sectors include cosmetics, electronics, personal healthcare, and even cross border real estate," said Diane Wang, Founder of APEC Women Connect.
  • The fourth annual APEC Women Connect "Her Power" Entrepreneurship Competition extends special thanks to business partners, including:
    vivo Communication Technology Co. Ltd. — vivo is a world leading brand of innovative smartphones and accessories.
  • Upcoming events include the competition award ceremony as well as the annual APEC Women Connect workshop in January 2024, during which the competition's esteemed partners and speakers are also set to participate.

Global Times: China-aided library applauded as new cultural landmark for El Salvador

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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The library, the first aid project between China and El Salvador after the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2018, was officially opened to the public in November.

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  • The library, the first aid project between China and El Salvador after the establishment of diplomatic relations in 2018, was officially opened to the public in November.
  • El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele participated in the lighting ceremony of the library's decorative external lights, and expressed gratitude to China for bringing such modern architecture to El Salvador.
  • The president said the new national library will be the biggest cultural investment in the last century of El Salvadoran history, representing "a legacy for new generations."
  • In August 2018, China and El Salvador signed a joint communiqué in Beijing on the establishment of diplomatic relations.

Chinese Literature Giant Liu Zhenyun Comes to Nicosia Book Fest 2023, Sharing His Latest Translated Novels with Global Readers

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Sharing his thoughts on the book, he said, "This is a book that explores the links between a joke and a person.

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  • Sharing his thoughts on the book, he said, "This is a book that explores the links between a joke and a person.
  • "It is the most exciting edition of the Nicosia Book Fest I have attended.
  • He commended Liu Zhenyun's insightful and spellbound writing that resonates deeply with worldwide readers from all walks of life.
  • To date, Liu Zhenyun's books have sold over 15 million copies in China alone, with numerous adaptations gracing the silver screen.

CGTN: As the Belt and Road turns 10, high time for China and Europe to talk amid uncertainties

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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The Government of Serbia initiated several rounds of international tenders, all of which failed.

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  • The Government of Serbia initiated several rounds of international tenders, all of which failed.
  • The revival of the century-old steel plant is an epitome of the benefits brought about by the BRI to Europe.
  • Compared with the first few years of the initiative, the situation between China and Europe is significantly different.
  • Chinese President Xi Jinping put forward the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative and the Global Civilization Initiative.

CGTN: As the Belt and Road turns 10, high time for China and Europe to talk amid uncertainties

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Multimedia, Government, Economic development, Belt, Bankruptcy, Global Security Initiative, Cultural diversity, Frankfurt Book Fair, Evonik Industries, Atlantic Ocean, International trade, CGTN, Hesteel Group, Defense, Steel, Health, Government of Serbia, United Nations Global Initiative to Fight Human Trafficking, Uncertainty, Civil service commission, City, Confucius Institute, Confucius, BRI, Belt and Road Initiative, EU

The company was actively integrated into the "Belt and Road" and the process of economic globalization, rapidly establishing itself as a highly competitive steel enterprise in Europe and a prime example of international industrial collaboration.

Key Points: 
  • The company was actively integrated into the "Belt and Road" and the process of economic globalization, rapidly establishing itself as a highly competitive steel enterprise in Europe and a prime example of international industrial collaboration.
  • The revival of the century-old steel plant is an epitome of the benefits brought about by the BRI to Europe.
  • Under their BRI cooperation, China's imports from the EU increased by 63.7 percent between 2016 and 2021.
  • Compared with the first few years of the initiative, the situation between China and Europe is significantly different.

Global Times: Touching stories along the Belt and Road in Central and Eastern Europe

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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For local people in Central and Eastern Europe, the BRI may sound like too big an idea, but every story of their engagement shows the whole picture of this grand project.

Key Points: 
  • For local people in Central and Eastern Europe, the BRI may sound like too big an idea, but every story of their engagement shows the whole picture of this grand project.
  • Global Times reporters chose the stories of three locals, which show the human side of the BRI.
  • But people in China are very kind to us and treat us like friends even if they don't know us," said Luka.
  • The classes are not just about language but also involve events that students like Luka can host and take part in.