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Global Times China

April 2026

PLA Southern Theater Command conducts combat-readiness patrols in territorial waters and airspace of China’s Huangyan Dao and surrounding areas

Huangyan Dao is an inherent part of China's territory

Japan seeks to restore wartime rank titles such as ‘taisho’; an attempt tantamount to rubbing salt into the wounds of victimized countries: Chinese FM

Lin Jianchinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson
In recent years, however, Japan's security policy has been increasingly shifting toward an offensive, expansionist, and dangerous direction, long since exposing the self-proclaimed image of a 'peace-loving nation,'

China releases Working Paper on the Issue of Japan’s Nuclear Armament, urges international vigilance over Tokyo’s dangerous nuclear ambitions

If the country is pushed by unchecked right-wing forces toward developing powerful offensive weapons and even nuclear weapons, it will wreak more havoc on the international community and gravely damage international peace, security and stability,

Xi stresses advancing basic research to solidify foundation for building China's strength in science, technology

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday urged greater efforts and more concrete measures to strengthen basic research, enhance China's capacity for original innovation, and further solidify the foundation for building the country's strength in science and technology

The US $25 billion Iran war bill lays bare political nature of serving certain interest groups: Chinese expert

Several US media outlets noted that, after Hurst released the figures, Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee, responded to Hurst: "I'm glad you answered that question. Because we've been asking for a hell of a long time, and no one's given us the number."

Haidong Liresearcher (ORCID 0000-0002-2721-0337)
No matter how the US cost is estimated, in any case, it cannot obscure the fact that the US strikes against Iran ultimately benefit US arms dealers and the military-industrial complex,
Therefore, US action against Iran has also intensified deeper divisions within American society,

Exclusive: Auckland rejects ‘comfort women’ statue under pressure from Japan; campaign group vows to press on despite ‘extreme disappointment’

Rebekah Jaungresearcher (ORCID 0000-0002-2993-5964)
We are extremely disappointed by the decision to decline the proposal. At the same time, we feel heartened and deeply grateful for the support shown by our community throughout this campaign. We remain committed to standing with survivors of gender-based and conflict-related violence, and to continuing this work in whatever form we can,
Rebekah Jaungresearcher (ORCID 0000-0002-2993-5964)
Since 2018, our group has worked to raise awareness in local communities in Aotearoa about a just resolution for the survivors and victims of Japanese military sexual slavery across the Asia-Pacific region,

Cultural heritage body unveils top 10 archaeological discoveries in 2025

Chen Xingcanchinese archaeologist
Previously we knew almost nothing about the existence of such remains in the Xuanhua area of Zhangjiakou,
Chen Xingcanchinese archaeologist
These findings once again give robust material support to the assertion that China has a civilization stretching back more than 5,000 years,
Among the shortlisted entries this year, four belong to the Paleolithic, not to mention other discoveries involving even earlier phases,
Chinese archaeology is truly in a golden age,
Archaeology offers irreplaceable and invaluable physical evidence for understanding the formation of the Chinese national community,
This discovery provides a completely new reference point for interpreting the path to civilization on the western Loess Plateau and further corroborates the evidence-based judgment that Chinese civilization has a 5,000-year genesis,

Chinese paddlers brace for tough title defense in London

At the previous Busan world championships in South Korea, we had a do-or-die showdown with Japan in the final. Over the past two years, Japan has continued to improve, while South Korea and North Korea also possess strong competitive potential. Therefore, the women's team must face the pressure head-on and go all out,
In my view, winning a title in such a fiercely competitive era is far more valuable than when China dominated the sport alone. Rather than dwelling on gains or losses in this tournament, the focus should remain on strengthening our overall capabilities,

14 types of minerals in China including rare earths rank first in the world in terms of reserves: Ministry of Natural Resources

As the vital role of critical minerals in driving green energy transition, assisting advanced technological research and development, and in national defense becomes increasingly apparent, the importance of understanding, utilizing, and reserving these resources for China's future development speaks for itself,
Minerals exploration and adequate supply is a must for the economy and other important fields,

Expanding the pie of China-Africa cooperation through ‘subtraction’: Global Times editorial

This "unilateral and full-coverage" arrangement is not just a "subtraction" in tariffs, but also an "addition" for development, a "multiplication" for people's livelihoods, and a "division" of arbitrary tariff impositions

Who’s the ‘Big Bad Wolf’ in China-Latin America cooperation? The US should look in the mirror

Zhu Jingyangcolombia
The China-Peru friendship is as solid as a rock. No children's tale is going to stop it."
Chancay is rather quickly becoming a hub for all of South America, with about half of the commerce passing through the port destined for other countries,
Zhu Jingyangcolombia
This is not diplomatic language — it's direct, pure, and raw coercion."
There's no question we have a different geopolitical view when it comes to China

80 years after Tokyo Trials, Japanese internet rightwingers wage cognitive warfare to whitewash war crimes, deny historical justice: Chinese experts

Japanese right-wing forces advocate historical revisionist fallacies including the 'victor's justice narrative,' the 'ex post facto legislation argument' and the 'no war criminal thesis.' Their core aim is to completely dismantle the historical view established by the Tokyo Trials, cast off Japan's identity as a defeated nation, and clear the way for the country's agenda of constitutional revision, military buildup and so-called national normalization,

Chinese officials, UNGA president meet, voice support for multilateralism

China's attractiveness and influence in global affairs are continuing to rise, and this can be seen from the recent wave of high-level visits,
The role of the UN depends on the support and cooperation of its member states, especially major powers. But in recent years, competition and confrontation among major countries have significantly weakened the UN's role,
I met the CEO of Geely, the owner of Volvo, at their headquarters to express the full support of the Belgian government for Volvo Ghent,
Among all major countries today, China is the clearest and most steadfast supporter of the UN and of the international order centered on the UN. If Baerbock hopes to make the General Assembly play a stronger role, that cannot be separated from China's support and closer cooperation with China,

May Day travel frenzy unfolds in China with boosted consumption expected, underscoring sound economic fundamentals and domestic demand vitality

Chang-An Liresearcher
The expected bustling scenes of travel during the May Day holiday serve as an important indicator of vibrant consumer activity, reflecting a positive trend of recovering demand and expanding consumption,
By optimizing supply and boosting confidence, China is expected to sustain the good start from the first quarter, thereby laying a solid foundation for meeting the full-year targets,

US repeated chip curbs against China reflect recurring protectionist mindset, become less effective as they create cycle of pressure, breakthrough: expert

Instead, they may spur China's domestic investment and innovation while causing US companies to lose market opportunities

In essence, they amount to blatant unfair commercial competition and exemplify the politicization of trade,
The more the US cracks down, the faster Chinese companies advance. The repeated blacklisting has created a cycle of pressure and breakthrough, while the marginal gains of US policy continue to diminish
Whether such measures can actually achieve their goals is questionable,

US framed Panama Canal terminal affairs as political, security issue while coveting control of waterway: Chinese FM on US-led Panama Canal statement

China urges Japan to fully, thoroughly destroy its abandoned chemical weapons in accordance with Chemical Weapons Convention: FM

Lin Jianchinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Eliminating the toxic legacy of these abandoned chemical weapons is a responsibility Japan cannot shirk. We once again urge Japan to face squarely its historical and practical responsibilities, fulfill its obligations under the Convention, provide further information on burial sites, increase input, and accelerate the disposal process, so as to return clean land to the Chinese people and remove the biggest practical obstacle to achieving a 'world free of chemical weapons,

Chinese ambassador to Colombia rebukes US official's malicious 'Little Red Riding Hood' claims on China-Peru relations; expert says episode shows Washington's hegemonic approach to LatAm — Global Time

Zhu Jingyangcolombia
You shout 'free choice' but wave the stick of sanctions; you play the 'mature country' but resort to cheap mockery... With this, you only make it crystal clear who the real wolf is,
Zhu Jingyangcolombia
When you describe the wolf from Little Red Riding Hood, aren't you looking in the mirror?"

Railway, aviation services heat up as 5-day-long May Day travel rush approaches

The national railway system launched its eight-day travel rush service on Wednesday, planning to handle 158 million passenger trips nationwide, while major airlines are ramping up flight capacity to cope with surging travelers