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2025 Japan Prize Laureates Announced

By Katrina Sammut

TOKYO, Jan. 22, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — The Japan Prize Foundation announced the winners of the 2025 Japan prize on January 22, 2025. Prof. Russell Dean Dupuis of the USA has been awarded the Japan Prize in the fields of Materials Sciences and Production, and Prof. Carlos M. Duarte of Spain has been awarded the … Continued

Linshu Wickerwork Revitalizes Ancient Craft for Global Markets

By Mayesha Taher

LINYI, China, Jan. 21, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– “Chinese wickerwork surpasses other countries and regions, Shandong wickerwork surpasses other provinces, and Linshu wickerwork surpasses all.” Linshu County, known for its long history of willow cultivation and processing, has been famous for its wickerwork since the Tang Dynasty. Residents of Liuzhuang Village weaved willow from the Shu River … Continued

Tancheng County Integrates “Pet Economy” with Intangible Cultural Heritage Elements to Boost Export of Specialized Products

By Mayesha Taher

LINYI, China, Jan. 21, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– Located in the southern part of Linyi City, Shandong Province, Tancheng County is known for its diverse range of export products, particularly intangible cultural heritage items like wickerwork, erhu (Chinese fiddle), and wooden spinning toys, which are celebrated for their cultural charm and quality. As the export market grows, … Continued

Mayors from China, ASEAN discuss urban openness, cooperation

By Mayesha Taher

NANNING, China, Jan. 17, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/- Mayors, representatives and experts from China and ASEAN countries have gathered in Nanning, capital of south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, to discuss urban openness and cooperation during a dialogue that opened Thursday. Hosted by the Information Office of the People’s Government of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, themed “Building … Continued

Installed Capacity of Gansu Surpasses 100 Million Kilowatts with New Energy Proportion Exceeding 64%

By Michelle Lauifata

LANZHOU, China, Jan. 14, 2025 / Xinhua-AsiaNet / — According to State Grid Gansu Electric Power Company, with China Energy 100 Thousand Kilowatts Wind Power program in Minqin county, Gansu completed and put into operation on January 1st, 2025, total installed power capacity of Gansu goes beyond 100 million kilowatts, reaching 100.4 million kilowatts, in which 64.46 million kilowatts are new energy … Continued

Rushan Oysters Pave Way for Industrial Diversification Development

By Michelle Lauifata

RUSHAN, China, Jan. 13, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– As winter snowflakes fall and the air grows warm, it’s the perfect season to indulge in plump, succulent oysters. Recently, the second season of the “Winter Tour of Rushan, Enjoying Oysters” — “Premium Products from Shandong, Oysters from Rushan” series — came to a successful conclusion. Through on-site promotions in cities such as … Continued

Heihe Cold-Area Car Testing Index Released: Anchoring Global Innovation Hubs, Showcasing the Thriving Power of the Industry

By Michelle Lauifata

HEIHE, China, Jan. 13, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/–On January 8, China (Heihe) Cold-Area Car Testing Index, China’s first cold-area car testing index, was officially unveiled in Heihe, Heilongjiang Province. It digitally presents the vigorous trend and broad prospects of Heihe’s car testing industry, sparking heated discussions among the attendees. China (Heihe) Cold-Area Car Testing Index, China’s first … Continued

“Knowledge Capital ‘Super’ Future Conference” Held in Umekita Area, Osaka with DNA of Learning, Knowledge, and Innovation to Celebrate Knowledge Capital’s 12th Year of Operation

By Michelle Lauifata

OSAKA, Japan, Jan. 10, 2025 /Kyodo JBN/ — – 70 Individuals from Various Generations and Positions Gathered to Engage in Discussions Celebrating its 12th year of operation, Knowledge Capital Association, a core facility for creating new value through the exchange of various knowledge, invited 70 stakeholders who have continuously supported and collaborated with its activities … Continued

Four “Nihao, Chengdu” Global Salons Are Launched Simultaneously

By Mayesha Taher

CHENGDU, China, Jan. 7, 2025 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– On January 7th, the “Nihao, Chengdu” Global Salon Launching Ceremony, hosted by the Information Office of the Chengdu Municipal Government, Chengdu Opening-up and International Cooperation Center and Chengdu International Cultural Exchange Center, took place simultaneously in Chengdu, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. With world-renowned hot pot restaurants serving as venues, the … Continued