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Key quotes from Chinese President #XiJinping's speech at Session I of 18th BRICS Summit #BRICS #BRICS2026 news.cgtn.com/news/2026-09-1…

Full text of Chinese President #XiJinping's speech at Session I of the 18th BRICS Summit #BRICS #BRICS2026 news.cgtn.com/news/2026-09-1…

President Xi Jinping attended Session I of the 18th BRICS Summit and delivered an important statement. President Xi stressed that BRICS must stand firmly on the right side of history and strive to be a pioneer of our times. 1️⃣ BRICS should be a pioneer in advancing innovation-driven development. 2️⃣ BRICS should be a pioneer in upholding peace and stability. 3️⃣ BRICS should be a pioneer in facilitating mutual learning between civilizations. 4️⃣ BRICS should be a pioneer in reforming and improving global governance.

Why Did They Hand Me Two Spoons? 👀 🥄 I was watching an immersive performance at the Russia-China “Sprouts” Forum in Kazan when two beautiful wooden spoons were suddenly handed to me! 😂 Any idea what they’re for? They’re actually a traditional Russian folk instrument called lozhki (ложки)! 🇷🇺🎶 These wooden spoons are played as percussion, striking them together to create a lively rhythm. And yes — they’re as fun to play as they are beautiful to look at! ✨ Have you ever seen or heard Russian musical spoons before? 🥄🎵 #Culture #Lozhki #FolkMusic #TraditionalMusic #CulturalExchange

🌊First Time Along the Yangtze: Turning Down Traffic Noise for Migratory Birds🐦 A 400m fully enclosed noise barrier on the north approach of Wuhan’s Shuangliu Yangtze River Bridge is now protecting tens of thousands of migratory birds! 🕊️✨ ✅ Keeps noise in the birds’ comfort zone (50–55 dB day / 40–45 dB night) ✅ Frosted panels prevent collisions & shield them from traffic lights Designed by Master Engineer Xu Gongyi, the barrier is a first in Yangtze River bridge construction. 🚗💨And once open, the bridge will cut Xinzhou → Ezhou travel from 90 min to just 5 min! A perfect mix of engineering and ecological care. 💚

Have you ever seen a wedding ceremony decorated with vegetables and fruits?🍇🥦 In 📍 Wuhan, Hubei, this special wedding is truly unique—the ceremonial backdrop is adorned with broccoli, tomatoes, corn… and even cowpeas! 😺 And on the ground, where flowers would usually be placed, there are pumpkins, bananas, grapes, and pineapples!🍌🍍 The couple thought that the traditional wedding decorations often go to waste after the ceremony. Using fruits and vegetables not only looks lovely but also allows them to be given as souvenirs to guests, making everything reusable. Guests remarked with a smile, “This is the most creative wedding I’ve ever attended!”👍🎉

#China is not only the "world's factory" but also a massive market full of opportunities for the globe, stated Zhou Mi, senior researcher at the Chinese Academy of International #Trade and Economic Cooperation, with #ChinaPerspective.

What new trends will emerge in #China's #economy in 2026? With key breakthroughs and macroeconomic policies, the Central Economic Work Conference has outlined the country's economic agenda for the coming year! Let's look forward to a more vibrant Chinese economy in 2026!

How cool are the major projects and breakthroughs in #innovation highlighted in President Xi Jinping's New Year address? Here is a quick look. #MegaProject

This year, the Chinese economy has shown strong resilience in the face of challenges and the effectiveness of macroeconomic policies aimed at boosting consumption. #GLOBALink

BYD surpassed Tesla to become world's top EV maker

🚄5.3 Seconds to 800 km/h: Donghu Lab Breaks Another World Record Recently at Donghu Lab in Hubei, China, researchers accelerated a 1,110-kg maglev high-speed rail model to 800 km/h in just 5.3 seconds, using magnetic levitation and electromagnetic propulsion — with near-instant braking. This is the third world record the lab has broken on similar platforms within just six months. In the video, the maglev test vehicle sprints at speeds from 200 km/h → 600 km/h → 800 km/h. Can you spot the difference? Even with a professional DSLR, all you can capture is… a blur. China speed, once again pushing the limits.

🛣️ This Road in Wuhan Is Named After Taipei — Here’s Why 每一条路，都是回家的路 🛣️ youtu.be/rYkCry9OEPk?si=EVf1… via @YouTube

Their uniforms were charred, their steps unsteady, their bodies exhausted— all because they ran toward danger to save as many lives as possible. A salute to Hong Kong’s 2,300+ firefighters and paramedics who risked their lives in the recent Tai Po fire.