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Zhu Bingren: Copper Artist Extraordinaire

At 82, master craftsman Zhu Bingren, China’s preeminent copper artist, continues to dynamically evolve his ancient heritage, proving that true preservation lies in innovation and bringing tradition into the contemporary world.

Ningxia Museum

At the Ningxia Museum, visitors can dive into the history of the mysterious Western Xia Dynasty, as well as cultural and ethnic exchanges that occured along the ancient Silk Road centuries ago.

China Today Salon opens in Shenyang

The China Today Shenyang Salon was inaugurated Wednesday in Heping district, Shenyang, northeastern China's Liaoning province. The international platform aims to share China's stories and promote cultural and economic exchange. Several strategic cooperation agreements were also signed during the event.

Silk Road video creation program holds screenings in Xi'an

On Jan. 18, outstanding works from the Youth Bonds on the Silk Road – International Youth Video Exchange Program were screened in Xi'an. More than 60 young participants from 15 countries attended the screening event, engaging in exchanges and dialogues on video creation and cross-cultural creativity.

3rd edition of documentary film project IP Plan launches in Beijing

The second showcase of the "Image Possibilities" Coproduction Plan (IP Plan), along with the launch of its third edition, was held in Beijing on Jan. 15. The IP Plan events are jointly organized by CICG and its partners.

Top 10 news stories on China-ASEAN cooperation 2025 unveiled

The top 10 news stories on China-ASEAN cooperation in 2025 have been unveiled. This selection captures a landmark period of deepening ties through high-level diplomacy, substantive agreements, and stronger people-to-people ties, together charting a shared future of prosperity and stability.

Promoting Cultural Exchange Through Thangka

Thangka, a unique form of Tibetan sacred painting, is gaining prominence globally due to its vibrant colors, exquisite craftsmanship, and profound religious and cultural significance. With the acceleration of globalization, this symbol of Tibetan culture that combines artistic expression with spirituality has become a bridge for cultural exchange between the East and the West. Recently, China Today spoke to Yixi Puncog, art collector and council member of the China Association for Preservation and Development of Tibetan Culture, to learn more about Thangka art, its role in international exchange, and how it is enhancing China's cultural soft power.

US children's choir brings message of hope and unity

On the first day of the New Year, a cold wind swept through Beijing, rattling windows and sharpening the city's winter chill. Inside a packed theater, however, the air carried a very different feeling— one of warmth and anticipation.

One Voice, One World

The One Voice Children's Choir from the United States brings joy and solidarity through music on their New Year China tour.

CICG attends 38th Beijing Book Fair

China International Communications Group (CICG) attended the 38th Beijing Book Fair held at the China International Exhibition Center in the city's Chaoyang district, with seven affiliated publishing houses showcasing over 2,000 titles at the event.

A Home for the Ages

To celebrate its centenary, the Palace Museum launched an exhibition titled "A Century of Stewardship: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum" on September 29, 2025. This exhibition consists of three sections: "A Lineage of Civilization," "A Century of Endeavor," and "Myriad Visions of Splendor." It traces the Palace Museum's journey over the past hundred years with a display of 200 artifacts.

Reading China through its regions: 5 books on history and culture

This selection of five books takes readers across different parts of China, using local stories to illuminate themes such as civilization, art, history, and cultural continuity.