China's aircraft carrier Shandong embarks on second long-distance drill of the year

SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) -Less than a month after its previous exercise, China's aircraft carrier Shandong has reportedly embarked on its second long-distance drill of the year. Experts highlighted the carrier's growing comprehensive combat capabilities on Tuesday. On Monday, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force observed the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's aircraft carrier Shandong, accompanied by a Type 055 guided missile destroyer, a Type 052D gu

August 14, 2024

China unveils plan to unify carbon emission measurement methods

SEOUL, August 13 (AJU PRESS) - China has announced a comprehensive strategy to standardize carbon emission calculations across vital industries last week, supporting its carbon reduction objectives. The initiative, jointly issued by the National Development and Reform Commission, State Administration for Market Regulation, and Ministry of Emergency Management on Aug. 8, aims to publish 70 national standards on various aspects of carbon management by the close of 2024. These standard

August 13, 2024

China dominates global green patent applications with over 50% share

SEOUL, August 12 (AJU PRESS) - A recent report from China's leading intellectual property authority highlights the nation's significant contribution to global sustainable development through its burgeoning patent portfolio. China claimed the top position in published green and low-carbon patent applications last year, experiencing a 20-percent year-on-year growth and representing more than half of all such applications worldwide, according to the report from the China Nation

August 12, 2024

China's trade surges to record high in first seven months this year

SEOUL, August 9 (AJU PRESS) - Official data released on Wednesday reveals that China's foreign trade reached unprecedented levels in the initial seven months of this year, bolstering the country's economic growth. From January to July, goods trade volume grew by 6.2 percent compared to the same period last year, measured in yuan. Exports saw a 6.7-percent increase, while imports rose by 5.4 percent, as reported by the General Administration of Customs (GAC). Lyu Daliang,

August 9, 2024

China unveils plan to modernize power grid for sustainable growth and energy independence

SEOUL, August 8 (AJU PRESS) - China released a comprehensive strategy on Tuesday to accelerate the development of a "next-generation electricity system." This initiative, set to run from 2024 to 2027, aims to promote eco-friendly development and bolster energy security. The plan, a collaborative effort by key national agencies, outlines actions across nine sectors. It emphasizes enhancing the grid's capacity to transmit clean energy through cutting-edge power generatio

August 8, 2024

China provides $3 million in aid to UN agency for Gaza relief

SEOUL, August 7 (AJU PRESS) -China made a donation of $3 million last week to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to assist with urgent humanitarian efforts in Gaza. A contribution agreement was signed between Zeng Jixin, who heads the Office of the People's Republic of China to the State of Palestine, and Antonia Marie De Meo, Deputy Commissioner General (Operational Support) of the UNRWA, according to a statement from the

August 7, 2024

China on high alert as flood risks persist despite easing rainfall

SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) -China's Emergency Management Ministry has issued a warning on Sunday for continued flood control efforts as rainfall persists in various regions. Despite an overall decrease in precipitation expected over the next three days, significant rainfall is still forecast for northeastern China, the Yellow and Huaihe River basins, and Yunnan Province in the southwest. The flood situation remains critical, with water levels exceeding warning thresholds in the

August 6, 2024

China calls for lasting peace in Gaza amid escalating tensions

SEOUL, August 5 (AJU PRESS) - In the wake of the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, China has taken a firm stance against the act and expressed deep concern over its potential to further destabilize the already volatile Middle East region last week. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian, during a routine press briefing, emphasized China's call for an immediate, comprehensive, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza on Aug. 1. The spokesperson's comments came in respon

August 5, 2024