Food system resilience in APEC's focus
Hangzhou meeting calls for greater use of innovation, digital tech to tackle risks.
August 26, 2026
Chinese vice premier calls for joint efforts from APEC members to bolster food security
China stands ready to work with all Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) economies to build a more stable food security system, Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong said on Tuesday.
August 26, 2026
China taps AI for tax system modernization drive
China's tax authorities have rolled out 16 targeted measures to streamline tax and fee processing, leveraging cutting-edge AI technology as the core driver for the 13th consecutive "Spring Breeze Action to Facilitate Citizens' Handling of Tax Affairs", a spokesperson for the State Taxation Administration (STA) said.
August 26, 2026
Digital yuan use gathering pace
China's digital yuan is gaining traction in cross-border use as a growing number of transactions point to broader and more regular commercial applications, potentially bolstering the renminbi's role in international settlement and payments, experts said.
August 26, 2026
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Zhejiang sets goal for agricultural and rural modernization
East China's Zhejiang province has issued a five-year plan for agricultural and rural modernization, aiming to take the lead nationwide in achieving this goal by 2030.
August 26, 2026
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Hangzhou company launches pet-friendly cruise on Qiantang River
Hangzhou, capital of Zhejiang province, launched its first pet-friendly cruise on the Qiantang River on Aug 23, offering pet owners a new nighttime leisure option.
August 26, 2026
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Hangzhou to launch direct Nepal flights in September
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport in Zhejiang province will launch direct flights to Kathmandu, Nepal, on Sept 9.
August 26, 2026
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Hangzhou's West Lake welcomes first hints of autumn
Summer is slowly stepping aside in Hangzhou. With the arrival of Chushu (End of Heat), the first signs of autumn appear at West Lake
August 25, 2026

