In a recent interview with China Daily following the inaugural “Outstanding Diplomatic Envoy Medal” ceremony in Beijing, Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi highlighted the unshakable nature of China-Pakistan friendship. He noted that bilateral cooperation continues to deepen across political, cultural, scientific, and technological fields. Ambassador Hashmi stressed that mutual trust, mutual respect, and mutual assistance serve as the foundation of the “ironclad friendship” between the two countries, with high-quality strategic mutual trust remaining central to their bilateral relationship.
Source: China Daily
2026-05-27
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Display area for the achievements of the Jizhen enhancement project in Dongzhang Town, Fuqing City (Photo: Fuzhou Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau)
On May 22, the 28th Cross-Strait Fair For Economy and Trade opened in Fuzhou. Zhao Long, Governor of Fujian Provincial People’s Government, delivered a speech at the opening ceremony and declared the fair open. Governor Zhao Long noted that Fujian and Taiwan are geographically close and share deep kinship, making Fujian the the province with the most frequent and active cross-strait exchanges. An increasing number of Taiwan compatriots and enterprises have become practitioners, promoters, and beneficiaries of cross-strait integrated development.
National reunification is an irresistible historical trend and the common aspiration the people, and there is great potential for Fujian-Taiwan integration. As China strives toward the “15th Five-Year Plan,” Fujian will thoroughly implement the Party’s overall policy framework for resolving the Taiwan question in the new era, resolutely enforce the ten policy measures to promote cross-strait exchanges and cooperation, and accelerate the construction of a demonstration zone for cross-strait integrated development, making new contributions to the cause of national reunification. Fujian will focus on building a common market, further optimizing market access for Taiwan’s businesses, attracting more of them to grow and thrive across the strait, and broadening the channels of connectivity. It will focus on creating a shared home, continuously improving policies and systems that enhance the well-being of Taiwan compatriots and provide them with equal treatment, helping them settle in Fujian and live in peace and prosperity—better implementing policies of benefit. It will also focus on promoting shared culture, hosting major events such as the Cross-Strait Forum, bringing people from both sides closer in heart and mind, and strengthening the ties of kinship.
This year’s Cross-Strait Fair for Economy and Trade , themed “Promoting Economic Integration and Building Our First Home Together,” showcases the achievements of the demonstration zone for cross-strait integrated development, and features industrial matchmaking, investment promotion, and other activities. At the opening ceremony, the third batch of pilot policies for the “Shared Living Circle” in the Fuzhou-Matsu region was released. Representatives of guests from both sides of the strait shared vivid stories of exchanges and interactions. Also attending were representatives of relevant government delegations from various provinces and cities, officials from relevant provincial departments, and representatives of cross-strait business groups and Taiwan compatriots and enterprises.
Source: Fujian Daily
2026-05-26
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This year marks the 40th anniversary of Juncao technology, a multi-functional agricultural resource initially developed for mushroom cultivation. Participants from nine countries gathered in Fuzhou for an 11-day learning and exchange program. Originating in Fujian, China, this “grass of happiness” is continuing to connect people and stories around the world.
Source: FJICC
2026-05-21
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Local time on May 17, the 13th World Urban Forum kicked off in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Government representatives, experts and scholars from 182 countries and regions gathered to discuss solutions to renovate informal settlements and slums and address the global housing crisis. The forum also aims to advance the implementation of the New Urban Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals, especially those related to sustainable development of cities and communities. As an important supporting event of the forum, the City Expo was held concurrently.
The Fuzhou delegation introduced "Fuzhou, the City of Blessings" to guests. (Photo provided by Fuzhou Municipal Bureau of Housing and Urban-Rural Development)
Boasting an exhibition area of 38,000 square meters, the expo set a new record, bringing together 217 exhibitors from 66 countries. Led by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, the Exhibition on Achievements in China’s Urban Construction and Development, co-hosted by the Fuzhou Municipal People’s Government, Shanghai Municipal Commission of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and Shaoxing Municipal People’s Government, made a splendid debut at the expo.
Through a combination of pictures, texts and videos, Fuzhou comprehensively presented four major themes: City of Blessings, Coastal City, Mountain and Water City and Industrial Highland. It showcased the cis profound cultural heritage, open mind, livable ecological environment and dynamic industrial development, demonstrating its unique charm as a national historical and cultural city and a modern international metropolis. The Fuzhou delegation called for ideas for World Cities Day Flagship Event Global, and sincerely invited cities worldwide to join the International Alliance of Global Sustainable Cities.
Fuzhou’s participation in the forum in Baku marks an important practice for the city to deeply engage in global urban governance. Leveraging the World Urban Forum as an international dialogue platform, Fuzhou has fully shared its experience in sustainable development and further elevated its global influence and visibility.
Source: Fuzhou Daily
2026-05-20
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