The promise of China's G20 presidency
2015-12-02 08:15:20
The G20 has gained some momentum, and China can benefit. If the current United Nations Climate Change Conference produces a binding global agreement to curb greenhouse-gas emissions, that momentum will become even stronger.
Reform to make PLA more adept, combative
2015-12-02 08:00:24
The Central Military Commission Reform Work Meeting was held from Nov 24 to 26 to map out a plan for deepening reform in the military.
A solid new start for old China-Africa ties
2015-12-01 08:22:23
Tremendous changes have taken place both in China and Africa over the decades, yet the China-Africa relationship has grown stronger with the passage of time.
Ending AIDS is not an unreachable goal
2015-12-01 07:53:56
China's recent commitment to ending AIDS by 2030 is laudable－but achieving it will only be possible if science is accompanied by a commitment to respecting human dignity and embracing marginalized people.
All parties should seize the opportunity in Paris
2015-12-01 07:44:40
An important goal of the Paris summit is to reach a legally binding agreement that applies to all signatories. This should be more likely with China committing more.
Eradication of poverty is mission possible
2015-11-30 08:05:29
Now what we expect is a mechanism that can be established for the most efficient use of all resources in poverty alleviation.
Green subsidies necessary
2015-11-30 08:05:29
The resumption of such green subsidies will also be good news for Chinese manufacturers who are struggling to survive the ongoing slowdown.
Fatherhood the key to two-child families
2015-11-30 07:42:48
Even with supportive grandparents, the decision to have a second child means that a mother is taking on a huge burden.
Current climate treaties a lot of hot air
2015-11-30 07:42:48
Paris is hosting the 21st global climate conference, and there are high hopes that negotiators will agree on a carbon-cutting treaty.
Using innovation to fight climate change
2015-11-30 07:42:48
China, as one of the most severely climate change-influenced countries, is using scientific and technological innovation as a tool to address the problem.