Trading volume on China's futures market exceeds $71.2 trillion in first half of 2026
China's futures trading volume surged 25.23% in H1. Discover sector rotation from metals to agriculture and rising institutional demand for hedging tools.
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Typhoon "Bavi" strikes Zhejiang coast twice, over 2.2 million evacuated
Typhoon Bavi strikes China's Zhejiang province twice with 40 m/s winds, triggering a top-level emergency and the swift evacuation of 2.21 million residents.
Typhoon "Bavi" hits Zhejiang with winds of up to 140 km/h, authorities declare emergency measures
Typhoon Bavi makes landfall twice in China's Zhejiang province, prompting highest emergency response and the evacuation of over 2.2 million residents.
Shanghai marks China's National Maritime Day – city rises to second place in global shipping ranking
Celebrating China's National Maritime Day, Shanghai secures the second spot among global shipping hubs, driven by green technology and smart port systems.
China exported 187 high‑end liquid cargo ships worth over $9.49 billion in first five months of 2026
China's export of high-end liquid cargo ships surged 188.8% in early 2026, marking a shift toward complex, high-value-added LNG and crude oil carrier manufacturing.
China achieves first controlled recovery of a rocket first stage with sea platform net capture
China successfully launched and recovered the Long March 10B rocket first stage using a historic sea platform net capture system.
Xi calls on China, DPRK to keep advancing socialist cause, modernization
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with DPRK Premier Pak Thae Song to strengthen strategic coordination, protect sovereignty, and advance bilateral ties.
China, Namibia announce to build community with shared future for new era
President Xi Jinping and Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met in Beijing to upgrade bilateral relations and deepen strategic cooperation.
In 2026, China set a record summer grain harvest, surpassing 150 million tonnes for the first time
China's 2026 summer grain harvest hit a record 150.75 million tonnes. Stable policies and advanced farming techniques secured this economic milestone.
Shanghai showcases key AI technologies ahead of WAIC 2026 – from next‑gen chips to algorithm‑designed proteins
Ahead of WAIC 2026, Shanghai previews breakthrough technologies, including 3D near-memory computing chips and generative AI for protein design.
28 killed in fire at shoe factory in Jinjiang, Fujian Province
A devastating fire at Huiteng Shoes factory in Fujian Province kills 28 people. Police detain the owner as fire safety investigations begin.
Li Qiang meets Namibian president in Beijing, reaffirms commitment to deepen strategic partnership.
Premier Li Qiang and Namibian President Nandi-Ndaitwah meet in Beijing to boost cooperation in mining, energy, and infrastructure.
Shanghai Innovation Institute creates 26 companies in under two years, 17 founded by students
Shanghai Innovation Institute redefines AI talent: students lead projects from day one, launching 17 startups valued at 40B yuan.
Rescuers evacuate thousands of students from flooded educational park in Guangxi
Typhoon Meisak triggers severe floods in Guangxi, China, trapping over 10,000 students in a Guigang educational park. Rescue operations are underway.
6G is being implemented in China
China leads global 6G development with 40% of patents, targeting 2029 for technical solutions to power AI agents and the low-altitude economy.
