Giant Pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang Depart Chengdu for 10‑Year Stay at Zoo Atlanta

On Sunday, September 27, 2026, a chartered flight left Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in Sichuan Province at 2:55 a.m., carrying two Chinese giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, to Zoo Atlanta in the United States. The arrival marked the beginning of a 10‑year stay for the pair, according to the National Forestry and Grassland Administration.

Before taking off, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding held a farewell ceremony to bid goodbye to the pandas. Ping Ping, a sturdy yet agile male born on March 17, 2020, and Fu Shuang, a chubby, vivacious female born on October 18, 2020, were the subjects of the event. The ceremony underscored the importance of their upcoming international transfer and the strong ties between China and the United States in panda conservation.

To ensure the pandas’ safety and comfort during the trans‑Pacific journey, the Chinese team developed a detailed transportation plan and prepared ample supplies of fresh bamboo shoots, bamboo, apples and emergency medications. Prior to departure, the pandas underwent transport acclimation training designed to reduce anxiety and stress, a routine step in international panda transfers.

Senior veterinarians and keepers from the United States accompanied the pandas on the flight, monitoring their health in real time and attending to their dietary needs. At the same time, two teams of Chinese veterinarians and keepers travelled to Zoo Atlanta in advance to make necessary preparations for the pandas’ arrival and to support the American staff during the transition.

During the flight, cabin temperature and humidity will be maintained within a comfortable range for the pandas. After landing in Atlanta, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang will undergo quarantine and health checks. Chinese veterinarians and keepers will remain at the zoo throughout the quarantine period to care for the pandas and help them adapt to their new surroundings through acclimation and behavioral training.

Chinese experts and Zoo Atlanta have been collaborating on upgrading the zoo’s panda facilities since December 2025. Multiple online and in‑person meetings have focused on enhancing housing, enrichment, and monitoring systems. The renovations feature a significantly expanded indoor exhibit area, new enrichment items such as climbing structures, rock platforms and a pool, and an upgraded monitoring system that delivers more comprehensive real‑time information on conditions inside and outside the enclosures.

In mid‑September, Chinese experts conducted an on‑site inspection and acceptance check of the upgraded facilities, confirming that they meet the high standards required for a long‑term panda habitat.

Food supplies for the pandas are a key component of the partnership. Zoo Atlanta can obtain a variety of edible bamboo locally, as the area’s climate is similar to that of Chengdu. Fresh bamboo can be harvested year‑round, ensuring an adequate supply for the two pandas, according to the Chinese experts.

China and Zoo Atlanta have maintained a cooperative research relationship for more than two decades, carrying out over 30 research projects and publishing more than 50 academic papers. The collaboration has yielded significant breakthroughs in panda breeding, cub rearing, behavioral studies and disease prevention and control. Together, the two sides have successfully bred seven pandas, a notable achievement in international panda breeding cooperation.

Beyond scientific exchange, the partnership has facilitated extensive academic and people‑to‑people interactions, helping foster mutual understanding and friendship between Chinese and American peoples. The arrival of Ping Ping and Fu Shuang at Zoo Atlanta thus represents not only a milestone in panda conservation but also a continuing symbol of international collaboration and goodwill.

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Giant Floral Basket Installed on Tian'anmen Square Ahead of National Day

On September 25, 2026, tourists in Beijing witnessed a giant floral basket installation on Tian'anmen Square as part of preparations for the upcoming National Day holiday. The display features ten sets of three‑dimensional flower beds arranged along Chang'an Avenue to enhance the festive atmosphere.

The green spaces on both sides of Tian'anmen Square continue to showcase floral ribbons, while more than 7,000 square meters of flowers will be positioned along Chang'an Avenue.

Visitors, including American tourists and a boy, were photographed posing with the installation. The image was captured by Xinhua photojournalist Ju Huanzong.

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PLA conducts joint naval‑air exercise around China’s Huangyan Dao

On Sunday, naval and air units of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command carried out a joint training exercise in the waters and airspace surrounding China’s Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea.

A statement issued by the command said the exercise was a necessary operation in response to acts taken by certain countries that it said had undermined regional peace and stability.

It added that the training was designed to test and enhance the combat capabilities needed to safeguard China’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.

China claims sovereignty over Nanhai Zhudao – the South China Sea Islands – which include Dongsha Qundao (the Dongsha Islands), Xisha Qundao (the Xisha Islands), Zhongsha Qundao (the Zhongsha Islands) and Nansha Qundao (the Nansha Islands). China also asserts historic rights in the South China Sea, encompassing its internal waters, territorial sea, contiguous zone, exclusive economic zone and continental shelf, all based on Nanhai Zhudao.

Nanhai Zhudao have long been widely recognized by the international community as part of China’s territory.

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China upholds U.S. preference for AI terminology, says foreign ministry spokesperson

BEIJING, Sept. 26 (Xinhua) – China has expressed respect for the United States' choice of terminology for artificial intelligence, according to a spokesperson from the Chinese Foreign Ministry.

The spokesperson made the remarks while answering questions about the U.S. use of the term “super intelligence” instead of “artificial intelligence” in the readout on the outcomes of the just concluded state visit.

He added that the two presidents had an in‑depth discussion on AI during the visit and that the advancement of AI remains an ongoing process.

“Parties can have more communication and in-depth exchange of views to seek consensus in light of how the process may evolve,” the spokesperson said. ■

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Xi Visits U.S. National Archives, Emphasizes Cultural Understanding

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan visited the U.S. National Archives in Washington on Friday, accompanied by U.S. President Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump, before the pair departed for Beijing after a three‑day state visit.

Established in 1934, the National Archives houses the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights—three documents central to the founding of the United States and essential to understanding its history over more than two centuries. At the final stop of his U.S. trip, Xi said the archives carry the wisdom of forebears and offer insights for the future. He noted that over the past 250 years, the American people have pursued the American Dream and built a prosperous country and a beautiful home on the North American continent.

Earlier in the week, Peng and Melania also visited the National Museum of Asian Art in Washington, a renowned U.S. institution dedicated to the collection, research and exhibition of Asian art. The tour to the National Archives and the art museum echoed the special arrangements China made for Trump during his previous trips to Beijing. During the U.S. president’s state visit to China in May, Xi invited him to see the Temple of Heaven, a more than 600‑year‑old landmark near the southern end of the Beijing Central Axis. Standing inside the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the iconic centerpiece of the temple, Xi explained to Trump that in ancient times, state rituals were held in the temple, where then Chinese rulers prayed for national prosperity, social harmony and favorable weather for good harvests.

Describing the Temple of Heaven as “great” and “incredible,” Trump said the two countries should deepen mutual understanding and strengthen friendship between their peoples. During Trump’s first state visit to China in 2017, Xi accompanied him on a tour of the Forbidden City, or the Palace Museum, another historic landmark along the axis. Inside the ancient royal palace, Xi briefed Trump on its history, architecture and culture as they toured the three main halls, each bearing the Chinese character “He,” meaning peace and reflecting the Chinese people’s longstanding aspiration for peace and harmony.

Such interactions reflect Xi’s longstanding commitment to promoting exchanges and mutual learning among different cultures. “For any country in the world, the past always holds the key to the present and the present is always rooted in the past. Only when we know where a country has come from, could we possibly understand why the country is what it is today, and only then could we realize in which direction it is heading,” Xi once said. He has noted on many occasions that both China and the United States are great countries, and both the Chinese and American peoples are great peoples. While the two countries differ in histories and cultures, social systems and development paths, he believes that those differences should not become an obstacle to growing China‑U.S. relations.

At the state dinner held by Trump in the White House on Thursday, Xi recounted the history of China‑U.S. exchanges that stretches back more than 200 years, including their joint fight against Japanese aggression in World War II and Ping‑Pong diplomacy. “Exchanges have helped promote heart‑to‑heart communication between our peoples and cemented public support for China‑U.S. friendship and cooperation,” he said.

During his just‑concluded visit to Washington, Xi announced a series of new initiatives to further boost people‑to‑people bonds between the two countries, including an invitation for 100,000 young Americans to visit China for exchanges and study in the coming five years. Just as Xi has said, if the two countries recognize and respect their differences, deepen mutual understanding and learn from each other, seek the biggest common denominator, expand the list of areas for cooperation and properly manage differences, China‑U.S. relations will enjoy steady and sustained growth.

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Xi's U.S. State Visit Yields Progress in China‑U.S. Strategic Stability, Says Foreign Minister Wang

On September 26, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced that President Xi Jinping’s state visit to the United States, which ended on Friday, had produced new progress in building a constructive China‑U.S. relationship of strategic stability.

Wang, who sits on the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, briefed reporters about Xi’s visit to Washington that ran from September 23 to 25, and highlighted the significance of the talks between the two leaders.

According to Wang, President Xi and President Donald Trump held a candid, in‑depth exchange of views in a friendly atmosphere of mutual respect, covering strategic and overarching issues that affect China‑U.S. relations and the broader global landscape.

Since President Trump began his second term, the two heads of state have maintained close exchanges that include three in‑person meetings and five telephone talks, Wang said, noting that this pattern of interaction—marked by mutual respect and sincerity—has become the most valuable strategic asset in China‑U.S. relations.

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Iran, Oman Agree on New Entry and Exit Routes for Hormuz Strait

Iran and Oman have reached an agreement on the details of new entry and exit routes for the Strait of Hormuz, and will present the outcome of their consultations to Gulf countries at a regional meeting in Muscat on Monday, Iranian officials said on Saturday.

According to a source close to Iran's negotiating team cited by the semi‑official Tasnim news agency, the understanding was reached after intensive technical and diplomatic talks that culminated in a final agreement in late August. Under the agreement, the Gulf's entry route lies entirely within Iran's territorial waters, and a portion of the exit route also falls within Iranian territorial waters. The source said the route would operate under Iranian arrangements and that the waterway's southern route will be closed once the new system becomes operational, noting that the United States had insisted the southern route must be opened.

The source stressed that the understanding does not mean that the Strait of Hormuz will be opened. Iran has seven conditions for reopening the waterway and has conveyed them to the United States. It added that the waterway will remain closed unless those conditions are implemented, with reopening depending entirely on U.S. behaviour.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei announced on Friday that the foreign ministers of Gulf littoral states are scheduled to meet in Oman on Monday to exchange views on regional issues, including the Iran‑Oman talks on designating safe routes in the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to Al Jazeera on Saturday, Baghaei said the gathering would “hopefully” be attended by foreign ministers from Gulf states as well as Iran and Iraq.

“As part of the agenda, we are going to brief the delegations about the results of the Iran and Oman consultations regarding the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, adding that the two countries had conducted the consultations as “the two coastal states of the Strait of Hormuz.”

Late last month, Iran and Oman said in a joint statement that they had exchanged views on a proposed phased framework that includes establishing a temporary joint shipping corridor in the strait.

Following U.S.–Israeli strikes on Iran on Feb. 28, Tehran restricted passage through the strategic waterway, while U.S. forces imposed a naval blockade targeting vessels traveling to or from Iranian ports.

The Strait of Hormuz, linking the Gulf with the Arabian Sea, is one of the world’s most important routes for oil and gas shipments. Oman and Iran sit on opposite sides of the strait and have maintained consultations over maritime security and navigation in the strategic waterway. ■

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Xi and Modi Meet on BRICS Summit Sidelines, Agree China and India Should Be Partners

On Saturday, September 12, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, to conduct a candid and in‑depth exchange of views that resulted in an agreement that China and India should be partners.

Xi said that China has always approached its relations with India from a strategic height and with a long‑term perspective. He noted that he has met with Modi twice over the past two years, guiding bilateral relations from a new start toward further improvement. Xi added that institutional exchanges between the two countries have gradually resumed, the list of cooperation areas has continued to grow, and bilateral trade has reached a new record high.

Xi emphasized that such hard‑won progress should be cherished. He pointed out that China and India have different national conditions but can draw on each other's strengths, support one another, and pursue common development. Amid a turbulent international landscape, he reminded that, as the world’s two most populous countries and important members of the Global South, both nations shoulder significant responsibilities.

He called on both sides to keep the future of humanity and the well‑being of peoples in mind, to work together to promote high‑quality development of greater BRICS cooperation, and to contribute more positive energy to world peace, stability, development and prosperity. Xi underscored that China and India are partners for cooperation, not rivals, and that they provide development opportunities for each other rather than pose threats.

Xi urged the two sides to focus on development as their greatest common denominator, to strengthen friendly exchanges and mutually beneficial cooperation, and to expand cooperation in people‑to‑people exchanges, direct flights and other areas to strengthen public support for bilateral relations. He also called for balancing and addressing each other’s economic and trade concerns to promote a sound and stable development of bilateral economic and trade ties. Xi stressed the need for political wisdom of mutual respect and understanding to overcome disruptions, pursue parallel progress in bilateral ties and border issues, and maintain peace and tranquility in border areas.

He urged China and India to promote multilateral cooperation with openness and inclusiveness, to support each other as rotating chair of the BRICS, to strengthen coordination within the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and the Group of 20, to stand together in addressing global challenges, and to uphold international fairness and justice.

Modi said that he has held several productive meetings with Xi, guiding India‑China relations toward a positive direction that serves the common interests of the more than 2.8 billion people of both countries. He noted that the two major civilizations of India and China have, over thousands of years, learned from each other through exchanges and moved forward hand in hand. Modi affirmed that India always views India‑China relations from a strategic height and a long‑term perspective, is willing to be a partner rather than a rival, and regards each other’s development as an opportunity rather than a challenge.

Modi highlighted India’s independent foreign policy, stating that the development of its relations with China is not subject to the influence of any third party. He reiterated India’s unchanged positions on Taiwan and Xizang, and that it does not allow any force to engage in anti‑China activities in India. Modi expressed readiness to maintain high‑level exchanges on the basis of mutual respect and trust, to strengthen strategic communication, promote mutually beneficial cooperation, and enhance people‑to‑people exchanges. He said the two sides should work together to safeguard peace and tranquility in the border areas.

India thanked China for its support for hosting the BRICS summit and pledged full support for China’s assuming the BRICS chairmanship next year. Modi said India is ready to closely coordinate and cooperate with China to jointly strengthen cooperation among Global South countries, promote a more multipolar world and global economic growth, and serve as a force for stability and progress in a turbulent world.

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Xi Jinping Delivers Key Speech on 20th Anniversary of BRICS at Summit in New Delhi

President Xi Jinping addressed the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, India, on September 12, 2026, marking the 20th anniversary of the BRICS cooperation platform. Speaking at Session I of the summit, Xi thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian government for the thoughtful arrangements and expressed pleasure at joining his counterparts in the global South.

The President highlighted two decades of self‑reliance and self‑strengthening by BRICS countries, noting that the bloc has become the most influential cooperation platform for emerging markets and developing countries. He praised the group’s resilience through global challenges such as the financial crisis, the COVID‑19 pandemic, climate change, and other crises, emphasizing that BRICS has consistently defended the common interests of the Global South and contributed stability and positive energy to the world.

Xi pointed out that rapid, unprecedented changes are accelerating worldwide, with the Global South gaining strength and a multipolar world emerging. He warned against rising unilateralism and power politics that undermine multilateralism and the international order, and noted growing deficits in peace, development, security, and governance. To address these gaps and build a better world, he introduced four initiatives: the Global Development Initiative, the Global Security Initiative, the Global Civilization Initiative, and the Global Governance Initiative. He urged BRICS to lead as a pioneer, steering the international order toward greater justice and equity and working together to build a community with a shared future for humanity.

In discussing innovation-driven development, Xi highlighted the rapid breakthroughs in the new round of scientific and technological revolution, particularly artificial intelligence (AI). He called for BRICS countries to maintain initiative in AI cooperation, strengthen collaboration, and promote openness and sharing. He noted China’s recent launch of the World AI Cooperation Organization and the development of international AI application cooperation centres with BRICS and other partners, presenting these as vital platforms for deeper AI collaboration. Xi proposed the BRICS initiative of AI‑empowered new industrialization, urging increased outcomes in research and development, application, and cooperation in industrial and supply chains. He warned that supply‑chain decoupling would not halt development and that “small yard, high fences” would only isolate the world.

On peace and stability, Xi emphasized that the world is increasingly turbulent and that the postwar international order is being undermined. He urged BRICS to uphold justice, end conflicts, and defend peace, adopting a vision of comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security. He criticized Cold War mentality, bloc confrontation, and violations of national sovereignty. Xi outlined BRICS’ constructive role in resolving hotspot issues, particularly in the Middle East, where war has inflicted serious losses on all regional peoples. He presented four propositions to safeguard and promote peace and stability in the region, calling for de‑escalation, a permanent comprehensive ceasefire, source‑level problem solving, trust rebuilding, and a new security architecture. He stressed that the Palestinian question remains central and that the two‑state solution is fundamental for peaceful coexistence between Palestine and Israel. China will work with fellow BRICS members to contribute to peace in the Middle East.

Xi also spoke about facilitating mutual learning between civilizations, describing the diversity of BRICS cultures as a garden of inclusive coexistence. He advocated for the common values of humanity, exchange, learning, and harmonious coexistence, and called for the BRICS People‑to‑People Exchange Forum to share governance experience and build positive energy for stable state‑to‑state relations. He encouraged deeper cooperation in culture, tourism, education, and youth exchanges to increase mutual understanding and amity.

Regarding global governance reform, Xi emphasized the importance of building a just and equitable system that aligns with the trend toward greater democracy in international relations. He urged the support of the United Nations, opposition to withdrawal from international organizations and treaties, and the maintenance of the World Trade Organization as the core of the multilateral trading system. He called for WTO reform, opposition to tariffs abuse, and rejection of protectionist measures. Xi also highlighted the need to steer global governance in frontier domains such as cyberspace, outer space, and deep sea, and to amplify the voice of Global South countries.

Concluding his speech, Xi praised the solidarity and cooperation that have sustained BRICS for 20 years and urged members to maintain candor, sincerity, and dialogue to deepen mutual understanding and manage differences. He announced that China will take over the BRICS chairship next year and host the 19th BRICS Summit, aiming to build consensus and plan for the future. Xi expressed confidence that the third golden decade of BRICS cooperation would usher in shared prosperity and progress for all member states.

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CIFTIS 2026 Opens to Public in Beijing on September 12

The 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) opened to the general public on September 12, 2026, and will remain open through September 13 at Shougang Park in Beijing, China. Visitors who have made a reservation are able to attend the fair free of charge.

On the opening day, crowds were seen watching a chef prepare noodles, while a child collected cultural stamps in a dedicated area. Other visitors photographed silk figurines, observed movement demonstrations of a robot, and experienced pulse diagnosis. Performances and dance shows staged by robots drew enthusiastic audiences, and a humanoid robot was also on display for public viewing.

Additional attractions included train models, cultural and creative products made of insect specimens from Peru, rowing machines, and a smart dental service system. Guests toured a scenario featuring an unmanned post office staffed by a robot that offered services related to cultural and creative products, and a showcase of the Beijing‑Tianjin‑Hebei inland port cluster. The China Service Case Showcase, as well as dedicated Education Services and Cultural and Tourism Services exhibition sections, were also highlighted. Visitors explored the Pakistan exhibition zone and other themed displays, including a series of collectible toys celebrating the fair.

Throughout the two‑day event, visitors enjoyed a wide range of exhibits and demonstrations, all accessible at no cost to those who had secured reservations. The fair’s opening to the public on September 12 and 13 marks a significant opportunity for participants and the public alike to engage with the latest developments in trade services across China and beyond.

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