June 2025
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Chinese, international scientists urge greater collaboration for sustainable development
Chinese and international scientists have called on the global scientific community to unite and make greater contributions toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals through continued exploration at the frontiers of science and technology. The remarks were made in Beijing on Saturday at a seminar titled “Sustainable Development and Inclusive Collaboration: Responsibilities of the Scientific Community,” Continue reading
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China-U.S. reach a trade war truce
After China-U.S. talks in Geneva, Switzerland, over the weekend, the world woke up to a 90-day pause in tariffs. Both the sides agreed to roll back most of the newer tariffs, meaning: * U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods from 145% to 30%* Chinese tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10% China has said that they will Continue reading
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China’s Maritime Silk Road: backbone for the BRICS bloc
China’s Maritime Silk Road (MSR), as a key part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), forms the backbone for the BRICS trading bloc. It is a comprehensive system of world-class, deep-water ports across Global South countries. With most of these ports now fully operational the Maritime Silk Road is re-routing the world’s resource flows. China now does more trade Continue reading
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China: materials recovered from end-of-life EV batteries & solar cells powering “circular economy”
Costly components such as lithium along with other materials such as cobalt and nickel, hold their value beyond the life of the batteries powering China’s massive electric-vehicle (EV) industry. “There is huge potential in the business of new-energy waste, because new energy is where China and the world are going,” said the sales manager at Continue reading
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China vows to strengthen black soil protection
China’s top court and procuratorate issued a judicial interpretation on Tuesday, vowing to continue the crackdown on crimes that damage black soil resources. The 14-article legal document interprets the Black Soil Protection Law, which took effect in August 2022, in order to help judges and prosecutors efficiently tackle criminal cases related to black soil and better Continue reading
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China’s dominance in global chip research
Semiconductors are a critical part of almost every modern electronic device. In electronics, a chip refers to a small piece of semiconductor that contains electronic circuits that store and process information. Today they can contain billions of microscopic switches on a chip smaller than a fingernail. The Center for Security and Emerging Technology (ETO) at Georgetown University, Washington, D.C., publishes the Research Continue reading
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How China helped Southeast Asia become a top exporter of solar equipment
China-backed renewable energy projects in Southeast Asia have attracted capital, created jobs and supported the upgrading of local industries. How will China and its ASEAN neighbours respond to US restrictions aimed at stifling the region’s renewable energy expansion? In little over a decade, Southeast Asia has become one of the world’s top exporters of solar Continue reading
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China Releases Regulations on the Protection of New Plant Varieties
On May 1, 2025, China’s State Council released the Regulations on the Protection of New Plant Varieties (中华人民共和国植物新品种保护条例). The revised regulations, which are set to take effect on June 1, strengthen the protection of rights to new plant varieties and to encourage innovation in the seed industry. New plant varieties refer to those that are artificially bred or developed Continue reading
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Chinese scientists combine AI and satellite tech to monitor urban river pollution
A study from Chinese researchers demonstrates how combining satellite imagery, land use data, and machine learning can improve pollution monitoring in fast-changing urban rivers. The study focuses on non-optically active pollutants in the Weihe River Basin and showcases promising results for remote, data-driven water quality assessments. In a significant advance for environmental monitoring, a study Continue reading
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China approves 10 new reactors, boosting nuclear power for climate goals
China is on a clear trajectory to dominate the global nuclear power industry by 2030. According to the China Nuclear Energy Association’s recent report, the nation now has102 nuclear reactors in various stages of operation, construction, or approval. This monumental achievement marks the first time China has surpassed the rest of the world in overall nuclear power scale. With Continue reading
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Breakthrough by Chinese Scientists Promises Leap in Clean Ammonia and Fuel Cell Efficiency
Scientists at University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), working alongside the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), have come up with a game-changing catalyst system that could shake things up for both ammonia production and fuel cell technology. Their approach, called tandem catalysis, uses a clever dual-interface setup that speeds up reaction times and boosts energy efficiency—all while Continue reading
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China’s Launches Giant 20-Megawatt, Typhoon-Resistant Floating Wind Turbine – World’s Largest
In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable energy, China has launched the world’s largest floating wind turbine, the “Qihang,” which promises to significantly reduce carbon emissions and set new standards in renewable energy technology. The “Qihang” turbine exemplifies a remarkable leap in renewable energy technology. Independently developed by Chinese sate-owned CRRC Corporation Limited, this 20 MW floating Continue reading
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Environmental Fund On Agenda Of BRICS Foreign Ministers
Pressuring richer countries to increase investments in funds for low income ones to combat climate change is a key priority for the Brazilian presidency of BRICS, as the bloc’s foreign ministers met on April 28 and 29 in Rio de Janeiro. As the host of the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2025 (COP30), Continue reading
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World first: Chinese scientists refuel thorium reactor without shutdown
Chinese scientists have successfully refuelled an experimental thorium-fueled molten salt reactor continuously without shutting it down. The Chinese reactor prototype reached full operational power in June 2024, and in October researchers reloaded fuel while the reactor remained online, a world-first. The achievement was announced recently by Xu Hongjie, head of the scientific team responsible for the Continue reading
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China unveils draft environmental code
China is poised for a significant enhancement in its green efforts as a draft of the country’s first-ever environmental code was unveiled on Sunday (April 26, 2025) and submitted for review by the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, China’s top legislature. The compilation of the environmental code was initiated in 2023. The draft comprises 1,188 Continue reading
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