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Just how up close is the future?

On June 23-30, a dynamic group of young innovators from around the world converged in China for the third edition of the Future Close-Up (FCU) program—an initiative launched in 2023 through a partnership between China International Communications Group Center for the Americas (publisher of Beijing Review) and tech leader Tencent's Marketing and Public Relations Department. Their mission? To experience firsthand how China is shaping tomorrow's technological and cultural landscape.

Heatwaves redraw China's summer consumption map

A relentless heatwave has gripped Beijing since early June, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 degrees Fahrenheit). The hot weather compelled Wang Shining, a Beijing resident, to take refuge elsewhere. She packed her bags and together with her husband traveled to the Chengde Mountain Resort in Hebei Province for some much-needed respite.

Galai Village, Xizang — a blossom-lined path to prosperity

The picturesque village displayed in this video is Galai Village, located in the southeastern part of Xizang Autonomous Region, and is renowned as "Peach Blossom Village".

More than an expo

For Iranian businessman Behzad Nouri, his first trip to Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, one of northwest China's top summer vacation destinations, wasn't about sightseeing. It was about forging business ties at the 2025 (China) Eurasia Commodity and Trade Expo held in Urumqi, capital of Xinjiang, on June 26-30.

More than sightseeing — international talents gain firsthand experience of China's dynamic city cluster development

Ridha Albahrani from Saudi Arabia missed out on last year's Future Close-Up (FCU) global youth exchange program due to visa delays. This became a lasting concern for the organizers, who made a special effort to reserve a spot for him in this year's edition, taking place on June 23-30.

Warmth in the harsh winter: BRICS cooperation lights the way to a shared future

As the path of greater BRICS cooperation unfolds, a new milestone is on the horizon — the 17th BRICS Summit will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from July 6 to 7.

Luoyang Peony Festival

The peony, known as the "king of flowers" in China, is one of the country's most celebrated flowers. Luoyang, a historically significant city in Henan Province, is widely considered the birthplace of peonies and a center of peony culture, which originated in the city over 1,600 years ago. Today, the city boasts enormous peony varieties, a long cultivation history, and a rich culture surrounding the flower.

How one veteran curator is rewriting museum magic for Chinese youth

Song Yan, Deputy Director of the Nanjing Museum Administration has devoted more than three decades to connecting children and youth with the treasures of China's past. She is also a deputy to the 14th National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, from Jiangsu Province's capital of Nanjing—the ancient capital of six dynasties.

2025 BRICS Seminar on Governance and Cultural Exchanges Forum held in Rio de Janeiro

The 2025 BRICS Seminar on Governance and Cultural Exchanges Forum was held on Monday in Rio de Janeiro, bringing together experts to discuss how the bloc can promote stability in an era of global transformation.

Podcast market on the rise

Podcasts offer diverse content spanning education, entertainment, news, business, sports, and much more, catering precisely to users' personalized interests.

Announcement by China International Communications Group on the public notification of the result of the second Orchid Awards

The Orchid Awards, established by China International Communications Group, is a major international cultural exchange award designed to actively implement the Global Civilization Initiative, promote the common values of humanity, facilitate exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, and consolidate the cultural foundation for building a community with a shared future for mankind. According to the Orchid Awards Rules, the selection process for the second Orchid Awards has been completed, with achievement, contribution, and international influence as the primary criteria.

The people's railway – by the people and for the people

The Chinese railway ticketing system 12306 is a household name in China. It is much more than just a website or a mobile app for selling train tickets. With over 720 million registered users, it handles over four billion annual ticket sales and up to 20 million single-day ticket sales. Currently, nine out of ten train travelers in China purchase their tickets through the 12306 ticketing system.