China launches its Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft at 23:08 Beijing Time (15:08 GMT) from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. Chinese astronauts Zhu Yangzhu, Zhang Zhiyuan and Li Jiaying, also known as Lai Ka-ying in Cantonese, carry out the mission, with Zhu as the commander.
China-US relations are in the spotlight as global business watches US President Donald Trump's visit to China and what it means for trade, investment and market confidence. In this episode of BizTalk, CGTN's Lincoln Humphries sits down with Fred Teng, president of the AmericaChina Public Affairs Institute, Chris Torrens, chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in China, and Oliver Oehms, executive director and board member of the German Chamber of Commerce in China β North China; exploring investment sentiment, business trends and why China-US cooperation still matters in an uncertain global economy.
Namcha Barwa stands as the majestic eastern anchor of the Himalayas, towering at 7,782 meters above sea level. Known as the "Shy Maiden Peak" for its snow-cloaked triangular peak often veiled in clouds, and meaning "a long lance piercing the sky" in Tibetan, this awe-inspiring giant rises grandly at the junction of the Himalayas, Nyenchen Tanglha and Hengduan Mountains.
As we mark the 75th anniversary of China's Xizang Autonomous Region's peaceful liberation, CGTN invites you to discover Namcha Barwa, a peak shrouded in clouds year-round, where "nine out of ten visitors fail to catch a glimpse of its true face." Beyond its natural grandeur, there are also the quiet villages at the foot of the mountain and the people living a happy life, bringing you the gentle transformation of Xizang over seven and a half decades.
US and Iranian officials are continuing diplomatic contacts as negotiations over a potential agreement move forward despite renewed military tensions in the Gulf region.
US forces carried out what Washington described as "self-defense strikes" targeting Iranian boats and missile sites in southern Iran, while talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and extending a ceasefire continued in Doha.
US President Donald Trump said progress had been made in negotiations and reiterated that any agreement would require Iran's enriched uranium to be either surrendered to the United States or destroyed.
Iranian officials said discussions were advancing but stressed that key issues remain unresolved. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian also said Tehran is prepared to reassure the international community that its nuclear program is peaceful.
Join CGTN's special coverage to focus on one of the world's most dynamic economic engines, China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and its partnership with the world. With the theme "Cooperation and Prosperity: The Greater Bay Area and the World," Β we will discuss how the region can embrace wider opening-up and deliver shared prosperity in a closely connected global economy. Tune in to the program and explore in depth the cooperative ties between the Greater Bay Area and the rest of the world.
As APEC's host again after a 12-year interval, China holds the 2026 APEC Second Senior Officials' Meeting and related APEC meetings in Shanghai. As night falls, the Yangpu Riverside in Shanghai comes alive with dazzling lights. The shimmering river reflects rows of towering skyscrapers, blending waterfront tranquility with the bustling glamour of a global metropolis. Bright neon lights glimmer along the bank and gentle river breezes brush past the promenade, painting a picture of Shanghai's modern prosperity and timeless elegance.
The US military carried out new strikes in Iran, targeting a military site that officials believed posed a threat to US forces and commercial βshipping in the Strait of Hormuz, a US official said, hours after President Donald Trump dismissed an Iranian report of a deal to restore traffic through the strategic waterway. Meanwhile, Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian βparliament's national security committee, said Trump's "rhetoric" would not force Iran to back away from its demands to enrich uranium, wield authority over the strait and see sanctions against it lifted. Join CGTN for the latest.
Qomolangma, the world's highest peak, stands proudly at an altitude of 8,848.86 meters above sea level. Known as the "Third Pole of the Earth," this awe-inspiring, snow-capped giant rises majestically on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, its snow-cloaked slopes and towering summit offering a breathtaking display of nature's grandeur. As we mark the 75th anniversary of Xizang's peaceful liberation, CGTN invites you to witness not only the timeless beauty of Qomolangma, but also the transformation of Xizang over seven and a half decades.Β
Follow our reporters as they explore exhibitions at the China International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) in Shenzhen, China. Discover the beauty where tradition meets modern creativity, and see how many forms of Chinese culture we encounter. Join us for an immersive tour of this cultural extravaganza!
Live view of Strait of Hormuz ship tracker.
US President Donald Trump will convene a cabinet meeting as negotiations between the United States and Iran enter a crucial phase, according to White House officials. Meanwhile, Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf returned to Iran on Tuesday after concluding a visit to Qatar, where he held discussions with Qatari officials on the progress of US-Iran negotiations and regional developments. Join CGTN for the latest.
While Iran is evaluating the latest US peace proposal, experts say a final deal remains elusive because there is no guarantee the two sides can bridge their deep differences. Washington's latest draft proposal seeks to bring the nuclear issue back to the forefront. Trump has vowed to secure Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium. Iran, however, maintains that its nuclear program is intended solely for peaceful purposes. Join CGTN for the latest.
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