Governance debates gained strong momentum in Africa in early December 2025 as the China-Kenya Readers Forum on Xi Jinping:The Governance of China convened in Nairobi on 1 December 2025,followed by a promotional event ...Governance debates gained strong momentum in Africa in early December 2025 as the China-Kenya Readers Forum on Xi Jinping:The Governance of China convened in Nairobi on 1 December 2025,followed by a promotional event for the English edition of the book’s fifth volume on 3 December 2025 in Johannesburg,South Africa.展开更多
BEIJING,Jan.2(Xinhua)-Every year on New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers his New Year greetings to the Chinese people from his office,with the Great Wall,a symbol of the Chinese nation’s resilienc...BEIJING,Jan.2(Xinhua)-Every year on New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers his New Year greetings to the Chinese people from his office,with the Great Wall,a symbol of the Chinese nation’s resilience and heritage,depicted the backdrop.展开更多
BEIJING,Dec.31(Xinhua)-On New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message through China Media Group and the Internet.The following is the full text of the message:Greetings to all!Y...BEIJING,Dec.31(Xinhua)-On New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message through China Media Group and the Internet.The following is the full text of the message:Greetings to all!Year after year,life opens a fresh chapter.As the new year begins,I extend my best wishes to you from Beijing!展开更多
As a Burundian doctoral student at Nanjing University,my personal journey is closely intertwined with China’s development in the new era and the deepening China-Africa partnership.Recently,my experiences have given m...As a Burundian doctoral student at Nanjing University,my personal journey is closely intertwined with China’s development in the new era and the deepening China-Africa partnership.Recently,my experiences have given me a deeper appreciation of the importance of people-to-people exchanges between China and Africa.展开更多
Greetings to all!Year after year,life opens a fresh chapter.As the new year begins,I extend my best wishes to you from Beijing!The year 2025 marks the completion of China's 14th Five-Year Plan(2021-25)for economic...Greetings to all!Year after year,life opens a fresh chapter.As the new year begins,I extend my best wishes to you from Beijing!The year 2025 marks the completion of China's 14th Five-Year Plan(2021-25)for economic and social development.展开更多
Objective:In traditional medicine,Asari Radix et Rhizoma(Xi Xin)is used to effectively treat respiratory diseases.However,the therapeutic portion of Xi Xin contains trace quantities of aristolochic acid I(AAI),which r...Objective:In traditional medicine,Asari Radix et Rhizoma(Xi Xin)is used to effectively treat respiratory diseases.However,the therapeutic portion of Xi Xin contains trace quantities of aristolochic acid I(AAI),which raises safety concerns.Furthermore,no compelling laboratory evidence confirms its safety.AAI-induced extensive renal tubular necrosis and inflammatory cell infiltration occurred primarily in the cortex and outer medulla.Accordingly,we examined the changes in metabolites within the aforementioned areas and thoroughly investigated the interactions between these differential metabolites and immune cells.Methods:We mapped the spatial distribution of the differential metabolites L-glutamic acid and glutamine in mouse kidneys and explored the underlying mechanisms using transcriptomics and flow cytometry,further validating these findings through co-culture experiments in vitro.Results:Administering 1 mg/kg AAI daily for 7 days(approximately 200 times the pharmacopeial Xi Xin dose)did not induce detectable levels of carcinogenic 7-(deoxyadenosin-N6-yl)-aristolactam I(dA-ALI)in mouse kidneys.However,dA-ALI was detected on the day after the administration of 10 mg/kg AAI.Mice with lipopolysaccharide-induced pneumonia exhibit increased tolerance to AAI-mediated nephrotoxicity.Based on integrated spatial metabolomics and renal transcriptomic analyses,increased tolerance to AAI-mediated nephrotoxicity may be related to glutamine-mediated oxidative stress regulation mechanisms.During pneumonia,mouse kidneys exhibit both immune and metabolic stress responses.Ly6C^(+)macrophages convert L-glutamic acid into glutamine,thereby reducing reactive oxygen species(ROS)levels in the extracellular matrix.This process,which is regulated by the ITGA5 receptor in renal tubular epithelial cells,modulates the pAkt/pNrf2/NQO1 pathway and reduces AAI-induced kidney damage.Conclusions:Collectively,our findings indicate that Xi Xin is safe at conventional clinical dosages,and its targeted use can further minimize potential risks.展开更多
Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different educ...Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different education stages is still limited.A new framework was established to evaluate the spatial heterogeneity and its influencing factors across all education stages(kindergarten,primary school,middle school,college)in 1100 schools at the urban scale of Xi’an,China.The research results show that:1)CGS is lower in the Baqiao district and higher in the Yanta and Xincheng districts of Xi’an City.‘Green wealthy schools are mainly concentrated in the Weiyang,Chang’an and Yanta districts.2)CGS of these schools in descending order is college(31.40%)>kindergarten(18.32%)>middle school(13.56%)>primary school(10.70%).3)Colleges have the most recreation sites(n(number)=2),the best education levels(11.93 yr),and the lowest housing prices(1.18×10^(4) yuan(RMB)/m^(2));middle schools have the highest public expenditures(3.97×10^(9) yuan/yr);primary schools have the highest CGS accessibility(travel time gap(TTG)=31.33).4)Multiscale Geographically Weighted Regression model and Spearman’s test prove that recreation sites have a significant positive impact on college green spaces(0.28–0.35),and education level has a significant positive impact on kindergarten green spaces(0.16–0.24).This research framework provides important insights for the assessment of school greening initiatives aimed at fostering healthier learning environments for future generations.展开更多
From October 30 to November 1,2025,Chinese President Xi Jinping traveled to the Republic of Korea(ROK)to attend the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)Economic Leaders’Meeting and also pay a state visit to t...From October 30 to November 1,2025,Chinese President Xi Jinping traveled to the Republic of Korea(ROK)to attend the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)Economic Leaders’Meeting and also pay a state visit to the country.This was Xi Jinping’s first overseas trip following the conclusion of the fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee,underscoring its importance on China’s diplomatic agenda.展开更多
On February 17,2025,when China braves the economic headwinds and emerges from multiple challenges with hard-won feats,Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,also Chinese pre...On February 17,2025,when China braves the economic headwinds and emerges from multiple challenges with hard-won feats,Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission,attended a symposium on private enterprises in Beijing and delivered an important speech.He stressed that on the new journey of the new era,the private economy has broad development prospects and immense potential,and it is the perfect time for private companies and entrepreneurs to fully demonstrate their prowess.展开更多
FOR many people in Sweden and across the West,China’s political system and leadership remain distant,often mediated through headlines about trade disputes,human rights controversies,or great power rivalry.What is les...FOR many people in Sweden and across the West,China’s political system and leadership remain distant,often mediated through headlines about trade disputes,human rights controversies,or great power rivalry.What is less familiar are the internal logics,historical references,and developmental ambitions that shape the self-understanding of Chinese leaders and their vision for the country’s role in the world.展开更多
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in Beijing on June 24.Xi Jinping congratulated Wong on his second term in office.Noting that this year marks the 35th anniversary of diplo...Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in Beijing on June 24.Xi Jinping congratulated Wong on his second term in office.Noting that this year marks the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore,Xi Jinping highlighted that the two sides have consistently upheld mutual understanding and respect,which has provided a solid foundation for the stable and healthy development of bilateral relations.Cooperation between the two countries has aligned with China’s development priorities at various stages,yielding substantial outcomes such as the Suzhou Industrial Park,significantly contributing to each country’s modernization efforts,and also setting a benchmark for cooperation among regional nations,Xi Jinping noted.展开更多
The governance of state-owned enterprises(SOEs)has long been central to political and institutional economic debates.Critics often associate SOEs with ine"ciency,rent-seeking and dogma,treating them as relics of ...The governance of state-owned enterprises(SOEs)has long been central to political and institutional economic debates.Critics often associate SOEs with ine"ciency,rent-seeking and dogma,treating them as relics of command economies.Yet in many developmental states,they have been engines of industrialisation,technological progress and national resilience.China provides perhaps the most striking example.Its SOEs have survived and evolved,some becoming globally competitive multinationals in energy,infrastructure and telecommunications.展开更多
Objective:Since the introduction of the Da Vinci®robotic system,robot-assisted colon resection has gained popularity because of its the potential technical advantages.Recently,two new CE-marked platforms have bec...Objective:Since the introduction of the Da Vinci®robotic system,robot-assisted colon resection has gained popularity because of its the potential technical advantages.Recently,two new CE-marked platforms have become available in Europe:Hugo™RAS and Versius®.We present the firstprospective case series comparing these three robotic systems.Methods:This exploratory,prospective study enrolled 45 consecutive adult patients undergoing robotic colon resection between February and December 2024,as part of the COMPAR trial.Two experienced colorectal surgeons performed all procedures across two surgical units.Each robotic platform was used in 15 cases.The primary outcomes were conversion to laparoscopy or open surgery and intra-operative complications.The secondary outcomes included post-operative recovery,oncological results,and platform-specifictechnical parameters.Results:The mean age was 66.8 years and 68.9%of patients underwent surgery for colon cancer.No conversions occurred in the Da Vinci group,whereas 2 and 3 conversions to laparoscopy were recorded with Hugo™RAS and Versius®,respectively.One intra-operative instrument malfunction occurred with Hugo™RAS,and one surgical complication was reported in each group.No significantdifferences emerged in post-operative recovery or oncological outcomes.Versius®cases required more frequent use of laparoscopic energy devices(p<0.001).Hugo™RAS was associated with a longer total operating room time(p=0.022)and longer incision length(p=0.005).Conclusion:Robotic colorectal surgery with all three platforms is feasible when performed by expert surgeons.While early outcomes are encouraging,larger comparative trials are needed to confirmdifferences in recovery and oncological efficacy.展开更多
China celebrates its annual Youth Day on 4 May,honouring the legacy of the patriotic May Fourth Movement of 1919 that shaped modern Chinese history.On this occasion,Chinese President Xi Jinping extended festive greeti...China celebrates its annual Youth Day on 4 May,honouring the legacy of the patriotic May Fourth Movement of 1919 that shaped modern Chinese history.On this occasion,Chinese President Xi Jinping extended festive greetings to young people across the country and expressed high expectations for their contributions.展开更多
President Xi Jinping’s second state visit to Cambodia in nine years is an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations and practical cooperation,which will endow new meaning to the China-Cambodia com...President Xi Jinping’s second state visit to Cambodia in nine years is an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations and practical cooperation,which will endow new meaning to the China-Cambodia community with a shared future.Strategic Guidance with Political Mutual Trust A high level of political mutual trust has paved the way for the development of China-Cambodia relations.展开更多
The urban fringe areas,situated between the urban-rural interface and critical ecological conservation zones,represent highly sensitive and rapidly evolving transitional zones within urban ecosystems,which are signifi...The urban fringe areas,situated between the urban-rural interface and critical ecological conservation zones,represent highly sensitive and rapidly evolving transitional zones within urban ecosystems,which are significantly impacted by the pressures of urban ex-pansion.However,current academic research on their spatial identification and ecological risks remains notably limited.This study fo-cused on Xi’an of China,utilizing multi-source data and the K-means algorithm to identify urban fringe areas during 2014-2022.Addi-tionally,this study assessed the landscape ecological risks from three perspectives,human activities,landscape fragmentation and ecolo-gical restoration in 2022.The results demonstrate that:1)Xi’an’s urban core and urban fringe areas significantly expanded between 2014 and 2022,growing from 145 to 471 km^(2) and 1319 to 1884 km^(2),respectively.The near urban core and mid-zone areas increased,while the near rural area initially decreased and then slightly recovered.2)Over half of the urban fringe area is at medium to high ecolo-gical risk,with higher risk zones concentrated near the urban core,and slight risk areas primarily along the Weihe River and northern edges.3)Landscape fragmentation and road network effects have become primary drivers in urban fringe areas,prompting a shift in their role from‘future expansion area’to‘ecological reserve area’to better support sustainable urban development.This study high-lights the spatial complexity and ecological significance of urban fringe areas,emphasizing their critical role in urban ecological man-agement.展开更多
文摘Governance debates gained strong momentum in Africa in early December 2025 as the China-Kenya Readers Forum on Xi Jinping:The Governance of China convened in Nairobi on 1 December 2025,followed by a promotional event for the English edition of the book’s fifth volume on 3 December 2025 in Johannesburg,South Africa.
文摘BEIJING,Jan.2(Xinhua)-Every year on New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivers his New Year greetings to the Chinese people from his office,with the Great Wall,a symbol of the Chinese nation’s resilience and heritage,depicted the backdrop.
文摘BEIJING,Dec.31(Xinhua)-On New Year's Eve,Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message through China Media Group and the Internet.The following is the full text of the message:Greetings to all!Year after year,life opens a fresh chapter.As the new year begins,I extend my best wishes to you from Beijing!
文摘As a Burundian doctoral student at Nanjing University,my personal journey is closely intertwined with China’s development in the new era and the deepening China-Africa partnership.Recently,my experiences have given me a deeper appreciation of the importance of people-to-people exchanges between China and Africa.
文摘Greetings to all!Year after year,life opens a fresh chapter.As the new year begins,I extend my best wishes to you from Beijing!The year 2025 marks the completion of China's 14th Five-Year Plan(2021-25)for economic and social development.
基金supported by the Consulting Project Funds of the Chinese Academy of Engineering(2023-XZ-88,China)Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(81721002 and 82230118,China)Key Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China Regional Union Fund(U23A20519,China).
文摘Objective:In traditional medicine,Asari Radix et Rhizoma(Xi Xin)is used to effectively treat respiratory diseases.However,the therapeutic portion of Xi Xin contains trace quantities of aristolochic acid I(AAI),which raises safety concerns.Furthermore,no compelling laboratory evidence confirms its safety.AAI-induced extensive renal tubular necrosis and inflammatory cell infiltration occurred primarily in the cortex and outer medulla.Accordingly,we examined the changes in metabolites within the aforementioned areas and thoroughly investigated the interactions between these differential metabolites and immune cells.Methods:We mapped the spatial distribution of the differential metabolites L-glutamic acid and glutamine in mouse kidneys and explored the underlying mechanisms using transcriptomics and flow cytometry,further validating these findings through co-culture experiments in vitro.Results:Administering 1 mg/kg AAI daily for 7 days(approximately 200 times the pharmacopeial Xi Xin dose)did not induce detectable levels of carcinogenic 7-(deoxyadenosin-N6-yl)-aristolactam I(dA-ALI)in mouse kidneys.However,dA-ALI was detected on the day after the administration of 10 mg/kg AAI.Mice with lipopolysaccharide-induced pneumonia exhibit increased tolerance to AAI-mediated nephrotoxicity.Based on integrated spatial metabolomics and renal transcriptomic analyses,increased tolerance to AAI-mediated nephrotoxicity may be related to glutamine-mediated oxidative stress regulation mechanisms.During pneumonia,mouse kidneys exhibit both immune and metabolic stress responses.Ly6C^(+)macrophages convert L-glutamic acid into glutamine,thereby reducing reactive oxygen species(ROS)levels in the extracellular matrix.This process,which is regulated by the ITGA5 receptor in renal tubular epithelial cells,modulates the pAkt/pNrf2/NQO1 pathway and reduces AAI-induced kidney damage.Conclusions:Collectively,our findings indicate that Xi Xin is safe at conventional clinical dosages,and its targeted use can further minimize potential risks.
基金Under the auspices of Natural Science Basic Research Plan in Shaanxi Province of China(No.2024JC-YBMS-196)。
文摘Increased exposure to campus green spaces can make a positive contribution to the healthy development of students.However,understanding of the current supply of campus green space(CGS)and its drivers at different education stages is still limited.A new framework was established to evaluate the spatial heterogeneity and its influencing factors across all education stages(kindergarten,primary school,middle school,college)in 1100 schools at the urban scale of Xi’an,China.The research results show that:1)CGS is lower in the Baqiao district and higher in the Yanta and Xincheng districts of Xi’an City.‘Green wealthy schools are mainly concentrated in the Weiyang,Chang’an and Yanta districts.2)CGS of these schools in descending order is college(31.40%)>kindergarten(18.32%)>middle school(13.56%)>primary school(10.70%).3)Colleges have the most recreation sites(n(number)=2),the best education levels(11.93 yr),and the lowest housing prices(1.18×10^(4) yuan(RMB)/m^(2));middle schools have the highest public expenditures(3.97×10^(9) yuan/yr);primary schools have the highest CGS accessibility(travel time gap(TTG)=31.33).4)Multiscale Geographically Weighted Regression model and Spearman’s test prove that recreation sites have a significant positive impact on college green spaces(0.28–0.35),and education level has a significant positive impact on kindergarten green spaces(0.16–0.24).This research framework provides important insights for the assessment of school greening initiatives aimed at fostering healthier learning environments for future generations.
文摘From October 30 to November 1,2025,Chinese President Xi Jinping traveled to the Republic of Korea(ROK)to attend the 32nd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC)Economic Leaders’Meeting and also pay a state visit to the country.This was Xi Jinping’s first overseas trip following the conclusion of the fourth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China Central Committee,underscoring its importance on China’s diplomatic agenda.
文摘On February 17,2025,when China braves the economic headwinds and emerges from multiple challenges with hard-won feats,Xi Jinping,general secretary of the Communist Party of China(CPC)Central Committee,also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission,attended a symposium on private enterprises in Beijing and delivered an important speech.He stressed that on the new journey of the new era,the private economy has broad development prospects and immense potential,and it is the perfect time for private companies and entrepreneurs to fully demonstrate their prowess.
文摘FOR many people in Sweden and across the West,China’s political system and leadership remain distant,often mediated through headlines about trade disputes,human rights controversies,or great power rivalry.What is less familiar are the internal logics,historical references,and developmental ambitions that shape the self-understanding of Chinese leaders and their vision for the country’s role in the world.
文摘Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in Beijing on June 24.Xi Jinping congratulated Wong on his second term in office.Noting that this year marks the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore,Xi Jinping highlighted that the two sides have consistently upheld mutual understanding and respect,which has provided a solid foundation for the stable and healthy development of bilateral relations.Cooperation between the two countries has aligned with China’s development priorities at various stages,yielding substantial outcomes such as the Suzhou Industrial Park,significantly contributing to each country’s modernization efforts,and also setting a benchmark for cooperation among regional nations,Xi Jinping noted.
文摘The governance of state-owned enterprises(SOEs)has long been central to political and institutional economic debates.Critics often associate SOEs with ine"ciency,rent-seeking and dogma,treating them as relics of command economies.Yet in many developmental states,they have been engines of industrialisation,technological progress and national resilience.China provides perhaps the most striking example.Its SOEs have survived and evolved,some becoming globally competitive multinationals in energy,infrastructure and telecommunications.
文摘Objective:Since the introduction of the Da Vinci®robotic system,robot-assisted colon resection has gained popularity because of its the potential technical advantages.Recently,two new CE-marked platforms have become available in Europe:Hugo™RAS and Versius®.We present the firstprospective case series comparing these three robotic systems.Methods:This exploratory,prospective study enrolled 45 consecutive adult patients undergoing robotic colon resection between February and December 2024,as part of the COMPAR trial.Two experienced colorectal surgeons performed all procedures across two surgical units.Each robotic platform was used in 15 cases.The primary outcomes were conversion to laparoscopy or open surgery and intra-operative complications.The secondary outcomes included post-operative recovery,oncological results,and platform-specifictechnical parameters.Results:The mean age was 66.8 years and 68.9%of patients underwent surgery for colon cancer.No conversions occurred in the Da Vinci group,whereas 2 and 3 conversions to laparoscopy were recorded with Hugo™RAS and Versius®,respectively.One intra-operative instrument malfunction occurred with Hugo™RAS,and one surgical complication was reported in each group.No significantdifferences emerged in post-operative recovery or oncological outcomes.Versius®cases required more frequent use of laparoscopic energy devices(p<0.001).Hugo™RAS was associated with a longer total operating room time(p=0.022)and longer incision length(p=0.005).Conclusion:Robotic colorectal surgery with all three platforms is feasible when performed by expert surgeons.While early outcomes are encouraging,larger comparative trials are needed to confirmdifferences in recovery and oncological efficacy.
文摘China celebrates its annual Youth Day on 4 May,honouring the legacy of the patriotic May Fourth Movement of 1919 that shaped modern Chinese history.On this occasion,Chinese President Xi Jinping extended festive greetings to young people across the country and expressed high expectations for their contributions.
文摘President Xi Jinping’s second state visit to Cambodia in nine years is an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations and practical cooperation,which will endow new meaning to the China-Cambodia community with a shared future.Strategic Guidance with Political Mutual Trust A high level of political mutual trust has paved the way for the development of China-Cambodia relations.
基金Under the auspices of National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42271214)National Key R&D Program of China(No.2022YFC3800700)+1 种基金Key Research Program of Gansu Province(No.23ZDKA0004)Key Program of Natural Science Foundation of Gansu Province(No.21JR7RA281,24JRRA250)。
文摘The urban fringe areas,situated between the urban-rural interface and critical ecological conservation zones,represent highly sensitive and rapidly evolving transitional zones within urban ecosystems,which are significantly impacted by the pressures of urban ex-pansion.However,current academic research on their spatial identification and ecological risks remains notably limited.This study fo-cused on Xi’an of China,utilizing multi-source data and the K-means algorithm to identify urban fringe areas during 2014-2022.Addi-tionally,this study assessed the landscape ecological risks from three perspectives,human activities,landscape fragmentation and ecolo-gical restoration in 2022.The results demonstrate that:1)Xi’an’s urban core and urban fringe areas significantly expanded between 2014 and 2022,growing from 145 to 471 km^(2) and 1319 to 1884 km^(2),respectively.The near urban core and mid-zone areas increased,while the near rural area initially decreased and then slightly recovered.2)Over half of the urban fringe area is at medium to high ecolo-gical risk,with higher risk zones concentrated near the urban core,and slight risk areas primarily along the Weihe River and northern edges.3)Landscape fragmentation and road network effects have become primary drivers in urban fringe areas,prompting a shift in their role from‘future expansion area’to‘ecological reserve area’to better support sustainable urban development.This study high-lights the spatial complexity and ecological significance of urban fringe areas,emphasizing their critical role in urban ecological man-agement.
