Explainer: How do five-year plans drive China’s comprehensive development?
The year 2025 marks the final lap for implementing China’s 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-2025). The plan prioritizes high-quality development over traditional growth-centric targets, reflecting the evolving priorities of the world’s second-largest economy. As an important institution that embodies the unique
Opinion | The High-Stakes of US-Russia Summit in Riyadh: A Game-Changer in Global Geopolitics
The upcoming US-Russia summit in Riyadh, set to take place in a few days, signals a multitude of critical geopolitical developments. Notably, the agenda will extend beyond the Ukrainian crisis to include other pressing regional issues, such as Iran’s nuclear
Gold hits record highs amid market uncertainty, CBE purchases
Gold prices surged in local markets on Saturday, coinciding with the weekend closure of global stock exchanges. This follows an eighth consecutive week of gains, with gold rising by 1.8% amid heightened global uncertainty and strong Central Bank of Egypt’s
Egypt, China FMs discuss strengthening bilateral relations, regional issues
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, held a phone call with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi, to discuss the strengthening of bilateral relations and the latest developments in the Middle East. According to a statement from Ministry of Foreign
Chinese Scientists Develop Advanced Biomimetic Hand Prosthesis
Scientists at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) have developed a biomimetic hand prosthesis capable of performing complex movements, including sign language, using scissors, operating a smartphone, and combing hair. According to China Daily, a partner of
Cholesterol metabolite linked to Parkinson’s disease progression, study finds
A groundbreaking study by researchers at Wuhan University, China, has identified a cholesterol metabolite that plays a crucial role in the progression of Parkinson’s disease. The findings, published in the open-access journal PLOS Biology, suggest that blocking this metabolite could
Chinese J-10CE Jets Arrive in Egypt, Marking Shift in Air Superiority Strategy
Egypt has received its first batch of J-10CE fighter jets from China, marking a significant shift in the country’s air defence strategy and reinforcing its commitment to diversifying military suppliers. The delivery, confirmed by aviation defence analyst Húrin on social
Israel Warns of Growing Egyptian Air Power Amid Potential J-10C Fighter Deal
Israeli media have reported growing unease within Tel Aviv’s defense and security establishment regarding Egypt’s possible acquisition of advanced Chinese J-10C fighter jets, particularly if they are equipped with PL-15 air-to-air missiles. These missiles, known for their extended range of
New non-invasive blood sugar test developed in China
Researchers in Shanghai have developed a non-invasive method for monitoring blood glucose levels that does not require puncturing the skin. The new method allows individuals to measure their blood sugar levels by simply placing the palm of their hand on