The EU cuts itself out in the relationship with the economic bigger actor of the planet, China, and passively accepts the chain imposed by a US moving haphazardly, trying not to be crumbled by its cyclopic national debt. This shows Europe's lack of perspective.

The Chinese culture, which is about 5,000 years old, is completely unknowable, and it would take more than a lifetime to understand it. My relations with Chinese publishers, which began nearly 20 years ago, bring me closer to understanding the culture of the country every day, and I am impressed by how determined the Chinese are. This plays an increasingly important role in our world today.

The announcement by France, the UK and Canada to recognize Palestine undoubtedly represents moral support for the Palestinian people. The "two-state solution" is the only realistic path to resolving the Palestine-Israel issue.

In the ninth article of the "Translators' Voices" column, Global Times (GT) reporter Ma Ruiqian interviewed Farrukh Sohail Goindi (Goindi), a Pakistani author and analyst. Goindi served as one of the editors on the translation team for the Pakistani edition of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China.

It remains to be seen how long the rift between the US and Brazil will persist. What is clear is that this shift has opened space for new forms of cooperation. From Brazil's perspective, China – not seeking confrontation or dominance – offers opportunities for stable, long?term partnerships cultivated in the spirit of win?win cooperation and shared development.

China is a major global player with significant, and ever-growing influence in the world's economy, social life and politics. Kenyan, and African students at large, with a high proficiency in Putonghua will have a competitive edge in the job market, particularly in fields related to trade, technology and international relations.

The experience of the Potsdam Conference should not be forgotten. This experience should teach modern leaders the uneasy art of political compromise, self-reflection and even empathy.

Attempts to label China's global competitiveness as state handouts ignore a deeper reality: The country's manufacturing strength is built not on subsidies, but on comprehensive and efficient industrial chains, intense domestic competition, and relentless innovation.

It's really just a matter of how well our political processes are set up to get this kind of infrastructure built as quickly and efficiently as possible for taxpayers and residents of the state.

The true driver of peace is this deep economic integration.

For China-EU relations, aligning with the trends of the times and history, maintaining world peace, and promoting common development are the shared responsibilities of both sides.

In China, I saw a city designed around the needs of its citizens – technically advanced, intelligently structured – and that kind of urban planning could genuinely enrich the often piecemeal, incoherent and not particularly citizen-friendly city planning we see in Europe.

In Xizang, I saw the truth – and it was thriving. My main message is to visit Xizang and experience the contrast between fact and fiction: Canadian author

The Albanese government has taken a balanced approach: Stabilizing relations with China while maintaining its traditional alliance with the US. This is the policy of a country that realistically recognizes its geography, its economic interests and its responsibility to the region it inhabits.

The reason I decided to make the film about the Dalfram dispute was to produce something for peace, and my main goal was to tell this story so that nothing like this would ever happen again. I think we need to take a lesson from that. We need to really understand how to make peace between countries, says an Australian filmmaker

The Global Times talked to Ulrike Guérot, a Berlin-based German political thinker, about the recently concluded China-EU Summit and her vision for the future of this bilateral relationship.

With utmost sincerity and firm principles, the Chinese side is ready to work with the US side, using the Sweden talks as an opportunity to deepen mutual understanding, build trust, reduce misjudgments and enhance cooperation.

This result reflects the mainstream public opinion in Taiwan's opposition to "Taiwan independence" and the support for the peaceful development of cross-Straits relations.

Global governance is undergoing a profound transformation. Power imbalances, the failure of multilateral institutions to adequately address 21st-century challenges, and growing discontent with the dominance of the Global North have paved the way for the emergence of new forces ready to reshape the world order - the Global South.

Seen in the context of the US' broader AI strategy, the AI Action Plan is an "overt scheme with hidden agendas."

It is the legitimate right of Serbia to strengthen its own defense and to freely choose reliable partners, among which China ranks prominently. Serbia and China neither meddle in the affairs of other countries nor accept any form of interference in their policies and bilateral relations.

As a key advocate, supporter and contributor to UN reform, China is injecting both hope and momentum into building a stronger and more effective UN.

What struck me most was the novelty of everything – the feeling that you're in a part of the world still growing rapidly. It felt incredibly enterprising, full of people eager to try new things, develop products, build infrastructure and innovate intellectually, said a British scholar who traveled through China for a month. #JourneyThroughChina

I have seen how the country has transformed millions of lives through its development. But progress cannot be pursued in isolation. In a fragmented world, the 25th China-EU Summit must be an act of political courage – the beginning of a China-Europe pact for inclusive multilateralism, where cooperation prevails over confrontation.

China's rise is indeed something new, but it represents the emergence of an Eastern civilization that differs from Western society. To recognize and understand this civilization, one must have a basic understanding of significant archaeological discoveries.

By brandishing his threatening “big stick” against Brazil, the US has inadvertently strengthened the very unity he sought to fracture. This approach mirrors the flaws of US global policy: Unable to prevent China's rise, the consolidation of BRICS, or the development of Latin America. In attempting to push Brazil – and the world – backward, it only accelerates history in the opposite direction.

The commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory of WWII is a solemn commitment to peace. The history of WWII and the post-war era warns us that only by upholding multilateralism and the correct historical view of WWII, and by deepening international cooperation, can we resist extremism and achieve human reconciliation and peace.

The US is strategically using the Philippines for its geographic location, placing it at the forefront of the efforts to contain China. Tactically, Washington seeks to extract all possible value from Manila, including by using tariffs as leverage to fully open up the Philippine market.

Playing victim and blaming others plays well on the domestic political stage. But it is also the reason why the problems of the American political economy and social settlement can't be solved. To solve its problems, the US must own its problems. Blaming others via “China Shock” tropes is another symptom of a deep pathology of irresponsibility in the American body politic.

If the Europe doesn't move toward a more equidistant position between the US and China, or simply a more positive relationship with China, but seeks a continuing close relationship with the US, on terms very much dictated by the US, this will mean a far more one-sided and unequal than was previously the case.

More than 20 LAC countries have now become BRI partner countries. This widespread enthusiasm underscores the region's expectations for the development opportunities brought by the initiative, as well as hopes to improve local infrastructure, facilitate trade with Asia and enhance people-to-people exchanges with China.

It must be emphasized that bilateral trade should follow market rules and cannot be based on forced buying or selling. It is contradictory for the EU to complain that China buys too little while simultaneously blocking what it wants to sell.

Recently, a viral social media post lamenting the Philippines' seventh-place ranking in tourist arrivals among Southeast Asian nations has sparked introspection among Filipinos. Some analysts argue that the decline in tourism is closely linked to the ongoing tensions between the Philippines and China.

China has rejected the American way of “the Monroe Doctrine,” while explicitly supporting the establishment of SEANWFZ. Furthermore, China endorses ASEAN's independent efforts to build its own security mechanism. That's China's significant commitment and contribution to regional security.

The Chinese people have always cherished peace, and China will remain committed to the path of peaceful development.

With a positive and equal trade relationship, there is enormous potential for Australia and China to cooperate in many other areas.

Only by fully taking into account national realities and applying appropriate human rights standards accordingly can we truly advance the cause of human rights and create a virtuous cycle of mutual reinforcement.

Japan should seriously pursue regional coordination grounded in openness and cooperation.

The Philippines must ask itself a serious question: Is it prepared to sacrifice its immediate economic interests and long-term political gains? And even if it does make such a sacrifice, will this really deliver the outcome the Philippines is hoping for?

When some American experts are still pondering how to "learn from China to beat China," they are destined to trap themselves in the maze of hegemony.

Jaishankar's visit holds significant importance for rebuilding mutual trust through cautious and pragmatic engagement.

Xinjiang is a land of hope, determination and action. Each conversation revealed dreams in motion, and each street corner whispered tales of perseverance.

"People-centered development must be carried out in urban construction, and cities must be built for the people." Urban development follows a natural and historical process governed by its own logic. "Respect the laws of urban development" - this is a fundamental approach advocated by Xi in guiding city development.

I think we are moving toward a more normal relationship - toward normalization.

China and Australia have a very good cooperative economic relationship, which is the foundation of much of our prosperity, and it's something to which we are deeply committed.

In the seventh article of the "Scholars' Perspectives" column, Global Times talked to Evandro Menezes de Carvalho (Carvalho), professor of international law at the Federal Fluminense University, Brazil.

China-LAC cooperation in green development is rooted in the complementarity between LAC countries and China. In fact, a solid foundation for this cooperation already exists and can be further leveraged to advance green development and, in turn, strengthen existing mechanisms.

Since the end of June, Taiwan's regional leader Lai Ching-te launched a political campaign called the "10 lectures on unity," covering topics such as "nation," "constitutional system," "diplomacy," "democracy" and "prosperity." Although these talks are packaged under the banner of "unity" and touch on key political issues on the island, their true purpose is not to enhance Taiwan's competitiveness or cohesion. Rather, they are nothing more than a series of theatrical political performances and carefully choreographed power plays.

The UNCLOS dispute settlement mechanism 's future depends on a collective resolve to strengthen its foundations - fostering compliance, refining its processes and ensuring judicial restraint. By upholding and enhancing the UNCLOS dispute settlement mechanism, we can ensure they remain a realm of cooperation and peace rather than conflict and division.

As the Global Civilization Initiative wins more responses around the world, civilization dialogue and exchange and mutual learning will further become a world trend and promote the continuous progress of human civilization.

Peace is not achieved by dominance or assimilation, nor is it the product of cultural relativism. It emerges from the recognition of difference, the resonance of ethical traditions and the shared effort to recover what it means to be human together. This is the deeper rationale behind China's initiative to safeguard the diversity of human civilizations.

The 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting is being held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from Tuesday to Friday. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, making his first trip to the region, is also attending to highlight US commitment and the strength of US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with ASEAN "in delivering results for the American people and the people of Southeast Asia," according to US State Department spokesperson.

The Han Kuang-41 Exercise appears to have all the flashy elements, designed to impress and grab attention; yet, it is fundamentally incapable of changing the reality that the military power of the mainland is stronger than that of the Taiwan island. Furthermore, it cannot achieve the goal of "deterrence through asymmetric warfare" against the mainland.

Beijing has witnessed the unity of women worldwide and the remarkable achievements of China's women's development. It is hoped that through the global leaders' meeting, countries can join hands to refocus the world's attention on women's cause with constructive dialogue and cooperation, reigniting their solemn commitment to the Beijing Declaration

As China participates ever more deeply in the global community, its growth and innovation fuel not only national prosperity but also inspire worldwide trends. The tale of LEGO in China is one of an outside culture blending with local values — a living testament to how cross-cultural “brick-building” can foster mutual understanding, progress and a hopeful vision of a shared future, one colorful plate at a time

China has always stood on the right side of history and on the side of fairness and justice, advocating an equal and orderly world multi-polarization and inclusive economic globalization, promoting a world with a bright future of peace, security, prosperity and progress. Dialogue among civilizations is a bond of peace, a driving force for development and a bridge of friendship.

The Indian military's recent remarks regarding China have been unsettling. Deputy Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen. Rahul R Singh said on July 4 that China used the four-day India-Pakistan conflict in May like a "live lab" to test various weapon systems and was providing all possible support to Islamabad, in line with its ancient military strategy of killing the adversary with a "borrowed knife." Meanwhile, according to Indian media reports, India's Ministry of Defense is set to launch a comprehensive review of military procurement to identify Chinese-origin components in equipment supplied to the armed forces and to assess vulnerabilities within the defense supply chain.

While reliance on the US alliance system will likely remain the cornerstone of Japan and South Korea's security and foreign policy for the foreseeable future, Washington's repeated overreach and hegemonic behavior have undeniably exposed fractures in these alliances. If this trajectory continues, it is only a matter of time before Tokyo and Seoul begin openly discussing the prospect of "de-Americanization."

The global community knows that US tariffs are more political theater than trade policy. Markets remain volatile, businesses delay investments and supply chains fragment - yet with no advantage to the US.

The “10 lectures on unity” are not only Lai Ching-te's separatist monology, but also a candid revelation of his desire to consolidate power and pursue “dictatorship.”

The strategic adjustment in China-EU relations is essentially a redefinition of role positioning, interest boundaries and cooperation rules by both sides. As long as China and Europe position each other as partners and stick to the bottom line of "win-win cooperation," they will be able to build a more mature, stable and balanced comprehensive strategic partnership.

BRICS is not “against” anything; it is “for”: for the development, for a fairer world order, and a larger role for the Global South. It concentrates on specific development problems, which makes BRICS very attractive to other developing countries, says Igor Makarov, an expert of the BRICS Expert Council-Russia.

In this new context, both sides should tell the stories of their development and friendly cooperation, effectively counter and dismantle Western-centric discourse traps, increase investment to strengthen international communication systems and capacity building, and jointly forge a new coordinate for "Global South discourse."

The landslide re-election of the Labor Party this year has injected new momentum into the warming of China-Australia relations. Although in recent years, under the influence of politicians, the media and the security establishment, public discourse on China had grown increasingly hostile, recent polls now indicate a gradual reversal of this trend.

By opening its spiritual sanctuary to Indian believers with grandeur, China demonstrates its commitment to protecting diverse religious cultures and embodies the Eastern wisdom of “harmony in diversity.”

Without understanding the WWII history and the process behind the creation of the UN Charter, we cannot fully grasp why China emphasizes the idea of a shared future for mankind and insists on the principles of peace and development.

Since the founding of the People's Republic of #China in 1949, the country has made historic strides in development. What amazes me about the CPC's leadership is its ability to combine long-term development goals with pragmatic choices, learning from many countries and adapting these ideas to China's reality. This blend of strategic vision and practical wisdom constitutes the core strength of the CPC's leadership and a key driver of China's rapid progress.

Trade deficits aren't someone else's fault. The essence of trade has always been equivalent exchange. From the ancient times, when people exchanged pottery for salt, transactions have been based on the willingness of both parties.

What's truly exciting is how coffee, now more than ever, serves as a bridge – a place where cultures meet and mix. The next time a New Yorker picks up a Luckin cup, maybe they'll notice a subtle, lingering finish reminiscent of Yunnan's distinctive teas, connecting two worlds in a single sip. @dinggangchina

By 2049, on the centenary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, we will see China as an advanced socialist nation. People will be there to enjoy a society that is democratic, civilized, harmonious, strong and modern.

In a world rife with geopolitical turbulence and cyclical politics, the CPC operates as China's anchor institution. The institutional strength of the CPC gives domestic and international stakeholders a rare commodity today: predictability.

Pop Mart's success – evolving from niche art toys to a publicly listed giant – is a signal of China's expanding creative influence. No longer just the world's factory, China is now a major exporter of stories, symbols and aesthetic confidence.

Against the backdrop of Belt and Road Cooperation, Xinjiang is embracing openness and actively integrating into the new landscape of China–Central Asia cooperation. Looking ahead, Xinjiang is poised to play an increasingly important role in promoting the steady and long-term development of China–Central Asia cooperation, contributing to new and remarkable achievements.

Under pressure on both economic and security fronts, Japan and South Korea are demonstrating increased strategic independence. Deepening cooperation with China offers them a way to expand diplomatic options, safeguard economic interests, and hedge against the risk from the US.

In order to untie the knot between the two sides of the Taiwan Straits and ultimately achieve peaceful reunification, a crucial step must be taken: breaking the DPP's long-standing brainwashing of the public. More people need to see through the truth behind the DPP's tactics, which have been carried forward since the days of Lee Teng-hui about 30 years ago.

Our principle is clear: All violations of the law will be investigated, and justice will be served — no matter how far the offenders have fled

With its rising favorability in the world, we can observe positive interaction between China and the global community, the resonance of China's ideas, the wonderful charm of Chinese civilization and the increasingly broad Chinese path to modernization.

The five-year era of the implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law marks a significant turning point, transitioning Hong Kong from a phase of social unrest and instability to one of restored order, governance reform and renewed development under the “One Country, Two Systems” framework.

Nepal can and should take advantage of this opportunity. Nepal can learn a great deal from Xizang's development models and technology applied since the topography, climate, culture and development challenges in the northern belt of Nepal are similar to those in Xizang.

Former Australian prime minister Paul Keating, respected for his exceptional ability to capture political essence in sharply concise observations, recently noted that China has built an economy, "with industrial breadth and depth that the US not only does not possess but cannot hope to emulate."

The Middle East, a region scarred by decades of conflict, is once again teetering on the brink of catastrophe. As Gaza crumbles under Israeli bombardment and Iran faces escalating threats, US complicity in the bloodshed reveals a damning paradox at the heart of its global agenda.

Currently, the White House is filled with aggressive trade strategists, and it appears preoccupied with the trade deficit as though the US were a business, needing to make a dollar-profit on its international trade.

Lai turns the patriotic sentiments of the Taiwan people during the anti-Japanese movements into a tool for separatist propaganda.

Extending the CRVS Decade to 2030 is a declaration: Everyone counts. Data saves lives. Legal identity is a right, not a privilege.

The emergence of China-Bangladesh-Pakistan cooperation marks a new phase in regional cooperation in South Asia.

The 9th China-South Asia Expo, held in Kunming, Southwest China's Yunnan Province, concluded on Tuesday. How does the expo boost cooperation among regional stakeholders?

The hard truth is that an alliance profiting from arms sales needs conflict zones - making NATO not a deterrent, but a designer of chaos.

We must remember that diplomacy is not weakness. It is civilization. Abandoning it is a regression to a world ruled by fear, not reason.

China's planning has become more flexible, and, to a considerable degree, it is indicative rather than prescriptive.

Looking forward, South Korea-Japan relations may increasingly resemble what Lee has described as "neighbors sharing a front yard" - maintaining necessary cooperation while managing their differences.

The Europeans were caught unprepared by this sudden shift in American grand strategy. They have so far not yet been able to develop a coherent and credible strategic posture to deal with these new realities.

For much of the 20th century, the US persuaded the world that open, rules-based trade was good. Yet today Washington invokes a catch-all claim of “national security” to justify tariffs, export bans, and sanctions that make commerce resemble trench warfare.

The Pandora's box of US tariffs will not be closed through appeasement.

China isn't interested in an arms race or global dominance. The J-35 isn't designed or built to intimidate the world; rather, it represents China's promise – a commitment to help safeguard peace at home and abroad.

The China–New Zealand relationship – defined by innovation, inclusiveness and rational engagement – provides references on how countries with different systems and sizes can engage in healthy interaction, proving that confrontation is not inevitable.

I've lived 28 years in the US and over 30 years in China. I love the people of both countries. And because I understand both, I can say with certainty: Pragmatic, unemotional cooperation is in the best interest of both sides going forward.

The China-Central Asia Summit is a new mechanism of partnerships that refers to innovative approaches to collaboration between countries, moving beyond traditional models. This new mechanism emphasizes shared goals, clear roles and mutual benefits, fostering more dynamic and effective collaborations between China and Central Asian countries: Kyrgyz scholar

The universality of Western development trajectories is called into question, and none of the G7 group members can now credibly position themselves as an envied and respected modernization model to be followed and imitated by other nations.

The strengthening of aircraft carrier forces does not only enhance China's naval power, but also improves China's ability and willingness to provide maritime public goods. This enhancement brings hope to a world that is increasingly threatened by regional turmoil and eager for peace and prosperity.

If I were asked here in the US what we can learn from China, I would explain to people that we need a government with a budget organized to use that budget to do the things we need but no one is doing because they aren't privately profitable: US economist Richard Wolff

Ultimately, the China-Central Asia relationship is about co-creation, not domination, and should be evaluated on its tangible outcomes, not on external narratives: Kazakh scholar

Russian and Chinese scholars should work together to correct the historiography of WWII, which will help us fight attempts to falsify this war: Russian scholar

China and Central Asia are united by pragmatism, a desire for stability and a common rejection of a world divided into “blocs and fronts.” In the face of global turbulence, they are not betting on a struggle for dominance, but on mutual development and autonomous policies.

“Following a good blueprint” involves taking a strategic and integrated approach to achieve consistent and cumulative results at each stage of the work.

As unrest erupts across the US, scenes once praised as a “beautiful sight” in Hong Kong now unfold at home. Double standards raise serious questions: Is protest noble only abroad? Democracy must begin with consistency and self-reflection

China's diplomatic approach – grounded in mutual respect, peaceful cooperation and long-term partnership – aligns well with the values and aspirations of Central Asian countries. China's steady and consistent engagement is a reassuring and constructive force in the region, says Turkmen scholar

Like Alea der Bescheidene, lead singer of the German band Saltatio Mortis, who recently announced his arrival at the Shaolin Temple in China for a seclusion retreat, and French NBA star Victor Wembanyama who in recent days also settled for some off-season spiritual peace and strength at the same place, many young people in Europe and the US are showing a sincere and growing interest in Chinese culture. This interest goes far beyond a passing trend; it reflects a deep curiosity and respect for a civilization that is both ancient and continually evolving.

Yiwu has become a prime window for observing the resilience of China's private economy and the ingenuity of economic globalization.

The authority of the resolution is unshakeable.

Labeling American politicians like Pelosi as practitioners of “double standards” is actually an understatement. A closer look at their shifting positions and past statements reveals a simple and clear standard behind their actions: self-interest.

The pragmatic approach means that rather than pursuing balanced diplomacy between China and the US, South Korea will pursue a more prudent foreign policy and secure practical benefits from the standpoint of its national interests.

“Suppose you only see Huawei's technological innovation and fail to recognize the large number of unsung basic science researchers behind it. How can you make a correct judgment about Huawei's pursuits?”: @dinggangchina

The US, as the world's dominant power over the past few decades, could have – and should have – shaped a different global landscape than the one we witness today.

A growing number of people in the West are beginning to realize that the claims of so-called genocide or cultural eradication are unfounded.

The Global Times invited scholars both at home and abroad to discuss the conveniences brought by China's continuously improving entry policies and their broader significance.

The dialogue among civilizations carries profound significance for our times and for the world at large.

Under Lee's leadership, South Korea faces both opportunities and challenges in economic reform and international cooperation.

In the context of a complex and evolving global landscape, Japan should have a clear understanding of its own national interests and must not retreat from working with other countries to resist protectionism.

The Global Times invited three experts to share their insights on the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Philippines.

Amid political and media-driven narratives of a “China threat” and “China-US confrontation,” renowned US economist Richard Wolff contrasts the profit-driven American model with China's socialist market economy.

No matter how the times may change, it's expected that Myanmar and China will remain “Paukphaw” committed to closer cooperation across various fields based on mutual trust and understanding, said a Myanmar scholar on the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Myanmar.

The election of Lee Jae-myung as South Korea's new president marks a major shift in the country's political landscape and will also have implications for the geopolitical dynamics of East Asia. Upon taking office, Lee will need to prioritize addressing the tariff pressures and security challenges posed by the current US government. How his “national interest-centered pragmatic diplomacy” reshapes the South Korea-US alliance will test his leadership.

Starting from collaborative moments like the defense of “Equality-On-Sea,” we have every reason to believe that building a community with a shared future in cyberspace is not an unattainable dream. The seeds of friendship sown in digital spaces will one day blossom into real-world peace and cooperation.

It is a blueprint for war with Russia - and who knows who else? It would be neither Britain's war, nor NATO's, but a proxy war being fought by them for the US.

History never stands still, and cars often need to shift gears when moving forward. China and the West must find their own paths in this new era of diverse innovation.

China and regional countries should jointly cherish the hard-won peaceful and stable situation, resolve differences through dialogue and consultation, and firmly say no to the US attempts to create chaos and confrontation, ensuring that Asia remains a peaceful and stable continent.

Under Lee's pragmatic approach, China-South Korea relations are expected to develop into a multidimensional pattern characterized by political manageability, economic recovery and the resumption of people-to-people exchanges.

Headquartering the IOMed in Hong Kong is a symbolic confirmation that this new global international institution will be guided by the principles of justice, truth and equality for all parties, free of double standards or political bias.

Despite the ambitious nuclear power support policies introduced by the US, the plan to develop civil nuclear energy through a high-stakes approach faces multiple challenges.

There has been an incredible level of volatility and unpredictability, and frankly, inconsistency in US policy, particularly US trade policy. It's absolutely erratic. It's chaotic: US expert David Firestein

I think a lot of people would lose their jobs if we are going against the globalized economy, said Ramon van Meer, a small business owner in the US

Canada will need to reorient its focus not to embattled Europe but to China, which shines as a beacon of stability, predictability, and opportunity and features key complementarities with the Canadian economy on energy and food exports and clean technology imports.

The emergence of HarmonyOS challenges Windows but also motivates Windows to keep upgrading and opening up. Of course, it is also a warning to those who want to use hegemonic tactics to gain a technological monopol.

I'm not arguing from China's position, I'm arguing from a sovereign Australian position – who wants our country to be safe, secure and prosperous, and that requires having good relations with all of our neighbors, especially our biggest neighbor and best trading partner, China.

Ultimately, the region's long-term stability will hinge on whether these powers support inclusive, cooperative security frameworks - rather than perpetuating zero-sum competition.

Challenges may vary, but the solution remains the same.

In today's rapidly evolving world, artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept, it is a part of everyday life, transforming how we learn, teach, and even manage our mental health.

Though the smoke of war has long dissipated, the roots of conflict have not been eradicated. Hegemonism, cold war mentality and power politics still persist.

Of the 75 years of diplomatic relations, the Indonesia-China Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (ICCSP), established in 2013, perhaps marks the period of the most significant historical leaps, which have left many stunned.

By building the IOMed, taking on the role of transferring international capital and talents, and focusing on enhancing the attractiveness of Hong Kong as an international metropolis, the city can seize the opportunities and ride the waves to secure a prosperous future for itself and for the country as a whole.

Science and technology know no borders — they can bring benefits to the entire world and help address global challenges. China has consistently emphasized contributing to the world through “Chinese wisdom” and “Chinese solutions,” and it has put this philosophy into practice. There is no doubt that the path China is taking — one that respects the idea that science and technology respond to the call of the times and have a global impact — is the right path for today's world.

As China steps more firmly into the deep seas and open oceans, its interactions with the PICs will only grow. This not only makes the future of China's relations with PICs all the more promising, but also continuously injects momentum into the rising tide of development across the Global South.

National interests are paramount. Core national interests, in particular, must be defended and upheld even at the cost of blood and life.

Macron's Southeast Asia trip is more systematically strategic, aiming to establish the region as a key area in France's Indo-Pacific Strategy. Can France move beyond "Eurocentrism," grasp the region's strategic rhythm and meet its real needs?

With the right investments, the right partners and enough time, India could absolutely become a world-class manufacturing base – not just for Apple, but for the broader tech industry. But for now, the world's most iconic product may bear a new label, but the soul of the iPhone – the circuitry, the supply chain, the silent efficiency – still resides in China.

The inaugural ASEAN-GCC-China Summit holds great significance. It advances a cooperative framework aimed at stabilizing a fragmented global economic order and provides momentum for the ongoing transformation of international institutions to more accurately reflect the interests and aspirations of the Global South.

A strategy built on technological hegemony and unilateralism is bound to have serious negative consequences for global tech cooperation and innovation. The US' carrot-and-stick approach to AI chip diplomacy is unsustainable – and could ultimately backfire on the US itself.

The decision to bar Harvard from enrolling international students is both myopic and self-destructive. It inflicts immediate harm on Harvard and long-term damage on the entire American higher education system.

As forces committed to addressing global public issues through multilateral cooperation and resolving interstate disputes in a peaceful and just manner, China and European countries must work together to restore the authority of multilateral mechanisms.

America must accept that it's not the No.1 country in the world – that it's just one among several large and powerful countries, including China. It needs the courage not just to accept a rising China, but to gradually shed the role of world policeman – because it can no longer manage that task, says a US scholar.

When it comes to China, not only is there no unified stance among G7 members, but even the language used to mention China publicly was carefully crafted to avoid deepening internal divisions.

By negotiating with the US on an equal footing and securing tangible results, China will set the benchmark for Europe's and Japan's own negotiations with Washington, says a Japanese scholar

The hypocrisy and logical fallacies against China are absurd. China's resolve in the US-led tariff war is simply a reflection of Chinese people defending their sovereignty and right to development, for themselves and for the world.

To those who spread falsehoods – often without ever having set foot in Xizang – I would simply say: go see for yourself, listen, ask questions, challenge your own certainties. This is not about denying tensions or contradictions; it's about striving for a more grounded and complex understanding.

Today, Russia and China together continue to uphold values that are important for all humanity, and maintain that global security can only be achieved through fair principles of global governance.

Photographers can help by showing these real stories and encouraging people, both foreigners and Chinese, to see the real China for themselves.

Efforts to resurrect outdated Cold War narratives will find little traction among Latin American societies, and anti-China myths are destined to wither – not merely because they are built on blatant falsehoods, but because they fail entirely to address the region's genuine needs and development aspirations.

Both China and ASEAN countries have the need to strengthen military exchanges. These exercises demonstrate the efforts of China and ASEAN to jointly maintain regional peace and stability. The US should not always look at them through tinted glasses.

Today, Taiwan stands at a historic crossroads. Whether it continues to be hijacked by a “frightened bird” like Lai and heads toward disaster, or chooses to embrace peace, is a question that all people on the island of Taiwan must seriously consider.

China's artifacts repatriation demonstrates a shared commitment to international norms governing cultural property's lawful return and protection. The reacquisition of the silk manuscripts could mark a turning point in the desire for colonial powers to restore looted goods to their rightful owners.

Commemorating the WWII victory carries special significance in demonstrating China's commitment to maintaining world peace and opposing war.

In an age of uncertainty, Xi's macro-historical perspective serves as a beacon: The past may not determine the future, but understanding it is essential for shaping it wisely.

China has been on the right side of history, because if it weren't, the humanity as a whole would not have been on the right side of history either.

The moves by South Africa and CELAC countries show the hollowness of its so- called “international space.” An increasing number of countries have demonstrated through practical actions that maintaining non-o? cial rela- tions with the Taiwan region must strictly adhere to the one- China principle.

“Believing in China is believing in a better tomorrow.” In a world economy full of uncertainty, China remains a proactive force that brings certainty to the world and creates possibilities for cooperation.

Through the tariff war China has demonstrated its resilience in development, proving that the right to a happy life for its 1.4 billion people does not need to be bestowed by others and cannot be taken away – this is the best interpretation of the universality of the right to development.

Chinese brands are increasingly seen as technologically innovative, culturally resonant and economically competitive. There is an emerging respect for what China produces and how it delivers these products to both domestic and global consumers.

China and the US enacted tariff adjustments on May 14 following the implementation of the Joint Statement on China-US Economic and Trade Meeting in Geneva. The two sides have also agreed to establish an economic and trade consultation mechanism. As Beijing and Washington take steps to ease tensions, a more fundamental question arises: Why does the US quest for "Make America Great Again" necessitate cooperation with China? The Global Times has invited American scholars to explore this issue, discussing new possible pathways for the US to chart a course that boosts its own interests while scouting opportunities for mutually beneficial development with China. This is the twelfth piece of the "Wisdom on China&US" series.

In a context marked by the trade and tariff wars launched by the US, the China-CELAC Forum held in Beijing became a pivotal moment for debating new development paths for the Global South. The meeting in Beijing was attended by foreign ministers and representatives from CELAC, and for the first time, by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, Chilean President Gabriel Boric, and Colombian President Gustavo Petro.

Many differences exist between China and Canada, but the development of the bilateral relationship should not be dominated by these differences.

Why does the world expect a stable China-US economic and trade relationship? What challenges lie ahead to maintain the momentum of consultations?

The media campaign against Xinjiang is part of the Global North's plan to try to weaken China.

It's important to note that there are inherent flaws in US Middle East policy, which have become increasingly evident in light of new political and economic realities in the region.

Protecting the enthusiasm for local diplomacy, creating a favorable policy environment for local economic and trade cooperation, and providing strong support for local diplomatic practice are also essential.

After all, in a connected world, helping others grow isn't just generous - it's the smart thing to do.

Greater alignment with China is fundamental to Brazil's destiny.

The re-election of Prime Minister Albanese presents an opportunity to forge an independent foreign policy, to walk away from AUKUS, and to fully embrace and realize the comprehensive strategic partnership with China.

The DPP authorities' attempt at cultural decoupling will only leave Taiwan residents spiritually rootless and culturally adrift.

Protectionism is futile.

The future global order will not be based on selective “rules” written in the twilight of unipolarity – but on a new, shared vision of cooperation, fairness and mutual respect in a multipolar world.

Washington insists on framing the world in zero sum binary terms: us or them. Australia's interests are best served by rejecting such binaries.

We should stop ignoring a fact: technological dominance doesn't last, and attempts at "tech hegemony" are more frustrating than fruitful. The essential nature of progress, especially in AI, cuts against the very idea.

If I were a parent today, I would prefer my child to study in China. Students overseas often face various forms of discrimination, and the academic and professional environments abroad are not as promising as they once were, said renowned mathematician Shing-Tung Yau.

We need to establish new forms of relations between nations. Russia and China demonstrated an impressive ability to adjust their relationship to the ever-changing international environment, and are making this relationship work ever better with changes.

China-EU relations are one of the most important bilateral relations in today's world. It has far-reaching practical significance and cultural value for both China and Europe. There is no fundamental contradiction in geopolitical security between China and Europe, and they share a high degree of consensus on a series of major strategic issues related to human development.

China and Russia, through their cooperation in AI, can set a great example and contribute to the emancipation of the Global South in the realms of science, culture and education, says Russian expert.

The DPP is seeking “international space” while refusing to show goodwill to the mainland or accept the 1992 Consensus – such political maneuvering against geopolitical realities can only lead to a dead end.

It is symbolic that the leaders of China and Russia will meet during the 80th anniversary celebrations of the victory in World War II. In doing so, they not only honor history but also reaffirm their commitment to preserving an order that prevents the tragedies of the 20th century from being repeated.

China's 15th Five-Year Plan will begin in 2026. We can anticipate that China will maintain its commitment to long-term thinking, ensuring, among other things, that high-quality development is fundamental to all decisions. China will do so with confidence.

The sober and scientific way China is approaching its 15th Five-Year Plan stands in stark contrast to the volatility often seen in US policymaking. Knowing that shortcoming, more and more Americans are beginning to acknowledge a difficult truth: They would like their country to be liked and respected across the globe, but they realize US influence is slipping.

As the US imposed hefty tariffs on China, American consumers who rely on “Made in China” products have felt the adverse effect of the tariffs – some have dragged empty suitcases across the Pacific Ocean to go on shopping sprees in China; others have found that certain daily products in the US have become “luxury” items they cannot afford.

As China's 14th Five-Year Plan nears completion, the country is already setting its sights on the next plan, which Chinese President Xi Jinping has stated "must focus on the goal of basically realizing socialist modernization, with a view to building a great country and advancing national rejuvenation" at a Wednesday symposium on China's economic and social development in the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030).

In an era increasingly defined by geopolitical turbulence and short-termism, China's capacity to focus on long-term objectives stands out. This capacity is not accidental and provides clarity for the nation as well as a safe harbor for nations in the current tempest. It emerges from a complex institutional architecture that enables systematic planning, sustained consultation, and the integration of broad societal input into policy. Central to this architecture are China's five-year plans, strategic documents that reflect not only the will of the state but the contributions of a wide array of societal actors. These plans are not top-down edicts, a common misnomer promoted by an ill-informed West, but are the product of extensive deliberation and engagement across the entire polity.

Does Europe often finds itself grappling with the dilemma of choosing between the US and China? A quintessential example of this was an April article in the Financial Times, titled: "Europe must choose between America and China." Apart from reflecting a typical Western dichotomizing way of thinking, this also implicitly, at least, conveys the tragic forecast that the EU, with its 450 million people, cannot choose or reinvent itself. One could also ask: Who wants to choose the EU and help it out of its crisis?

The US government's escalating tariff war has fueled global concern. By weaponizing tariffs and resorting to protectionism, Washington not only jeopardizes global supply chains but also risks inflicting damage on its own economy. As concern mounts over the stability of the international trade system, Marcos Cordeiro Pires (Pires), professor of international political economy at S?o Paulo State University, stated in a recent exclusive interview with the Global Times (GT) reporter in Brazil Chen Yiming that the trade protectionist measures pursued by the US government will ultimately result in the country gradually losing its competitive edge in the global economy.

The US government's abuse of tariffs has seriously disrupted the international economic and trade order, leading to a challenging and complex external environment. At present, the world economy confronts considerable uncertainty.

The US unilateralism severely undermines international maritime order, and the international community should actively seek ways to address this challenge.

For Japan, shifting strategically from crisis management to seizing opportunities may be more crucial than merely concluding a tariff agreement. Japan should strive to regain strategic autonomy and economic independence amid the global restructuring of the economic and trade order.

If the US continues to pursue containment through coercive economic measures, it may find itself isolated - caught in a cycle of confrontation that undermines both its goals and its global partnerships.

Recently, certain international media outlets have sensationalized China's actions on Tiexian Jiao (Sandy Cay), a part of the Nansha Qundao in the South China Sea, by claiming that China is "seizing" the reef. This portrayal is not only inaccurate but also deliberately misleading, as it distorts the true nature of China's activities and misguides international perceptions.