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China unveils 350-kmph Xi'an-Shiyan bullet train, cuts travel time from over six hours to one

China has launched the Xi'an-Shiyan high-speed railway, a crucial link connecting central and western regions. This 257-km line, designed for 350 kmph, significantly cuts travel times, reducing the Xi'an-Wuhan journey to under three hours. Engineered through challenging mountainous terrain, the project aims to boost trade, tourism, and industrial growth, particularly…

The Economic Times

This Traveler Captured China’s Many Contrasts In 33 Photos

From sharing drinks with strangers in Beijing to breakfast overlooking Chomolungma, these photographs document a journey shaped as much by unexpected encounters as by iconic landmarks.

Bored Panda

World's largest air purifier: Inside China's 20-storey tower designed to clean 10 million cubic metres of air a day

A colossal air purification tower in China, standing over 100 meters tall, has shown promising results in tackling smog. Researchers reported a 15% reduction in harmful PM2.5 particles across a 10-square-kilometer area during 2018 tests. This solar-powered giant, the world's largest of its kind, offers hope for cleaner air in…

The Economic Times

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Xi'an Accelerates Industrial Transformation, Charting a New Blueprint for Global Trade and Technological Innovation

XI'AN, China, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 10th Silk Road International Exposition and The Investment and Trade Forum for Cooperation between East & West China ("10th Silk Road Intl. Expo") was held successfully from May 21 to 25 in Xi'an. As the host city, Xi'an showcased its strategic role…

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Zhao Xintong laser-focused on World Championship glory after beating Jak Jones

The 28-year-old from Xian made the most of his 20-month ban for his involvement in a betting scandal by having laser surgery on his eyes.

The Independent UK

Tour Xi'an's remarkable new 'human-centred' shopping district with designer Thomas Heatherwick

Xi'an district by Heatherwick Studio, a 115,000 sq m retail development in the Chinese city, opens this winter. Thomas Heatherwick talks us through its making and ambition

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A year after China ended its harsh COVID policies, it's struggling to rebound

A year ago, China lifted its draconian COVID restrictions. Many expected the country to bounce back quickly. That hasn't happened.

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China’s Xi hosts Central Asia summit as Russian influence wanes

The leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan are in Xian for a two-day meeting.

Al Jazeera

Central Asia forges ties with China as Xi touts 'enduring' friendship

Central Asian heads of state converged in China's historic city of Xian on Thursday for one-on-ones with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to seal pledges of "enduring" friendship, paving the way for a summit expected to result in a regional pact with Beijing.

Reuters

China looks to strengthen ties in Russia's Central Asian backyard

XIAN, China -China will for the first time host an in-person summit of central Asian leaders this week, seeking to cement ties in a region seen as Russia's backyard as its relations with the West sour.

Reuters

China travel guide: Everything you need to know

This Asian super-power could take a lifetime – or several – to explore. Here’s our guide to help plan your next trip

The Independent UK

China locks down parts of Xi’an as Covid Zero curbs ripple

BEIJING: China locked down parts of the central metropolis of Xi’an, confining some of the city’s 13 million people to their homes for at least a week, and other major hubs are rolling out virus restrictions in a reinforcement of the country’s commitment to Covid Zero.

The Times of India

Fresh Covid Outbreaks Put Millions Under Lockdown in China

Tens of millions of people were under lockdown in China on Wednesday as businesses in a major tourist city were forced to shut their doors and fresh clusters sparked fears of a return to blanket restrictions. Health authorities reported over 300 infections Wednesday, with clusters found in the historic northern…

Asharq Al-Awsat

China's Xian imposes temporary, partial lockdown to fight Omicron flare-up

The northwestern Chinese city of Xian said on Friday it will temporarily impose a partial lockdown to reduce its 13 million residents' movement, after reporting dozens of COVID-19 infections this month, as China fights a record wave of cases.

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