4 d. ago Envoys take special tour of Hong Kong’s exhibition on Chinese side of WWII

China’s foreign ministry arm in Hong Kong has organised its first tour for diplomats and business chamber representatives of an exhibition on the country’s war of resistance against Japan, with a Beijing official saying the event promotes remembering history, cherishing peace and creating a better future. More than 20 consuls general, consuls and representatives from foreign commerce chambers on Friday afternoon joined the visit to “United in Arms, Standing for Peace: 80th Anniversary of Chinese...

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4 d. ago Envoys given special tour of Hong Kong exhibition on Chinese victory in WWII

The Chinese foreign ministry’s arm in Hong Kong has organised its first tour for diplomats and business chamber representatives of an exhibition on the country’s war of resistance against Japan, with a Beijing official saying the aim of the visit was to remember history, cherish peace and create a better future. More than 20 consuls general, consuls and representatives from foreign chambers of commerce joined the visit on Friday afternoon to the “United in Arms, Standing for Peace: 80th...

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5 d. ago Prospects Report: Beijing native Kevin He hopes to continue making history

Prospects Report: Beijing native Kevin He hopes to continue making history  Sportsnet.ca

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8 d. ago SS2026 Beijing Fashion Week, Fabulously Ended with Historical 150 Events

SS2026 Beijing Fashion Week, Fabulously Ended with Historical 150 Events  Eagle-Tribune

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1 week ago Beijing Review: The unfinished battle against historical amnesia

Beijing Review: The unfinished battle against historical amnesia  StreetInsider

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1 week ago ‘Revisionist impulses’: Japan’s new PM seeds concern in neighbouring countries

As Japan prepares to swear in its first female prime minister, old ghosts of the past are threatening to haunt her leadership. Sanae Takaichi’s hard-edged views on history and national identity have stirred anxieties from Seoul to Beijing, even though analysts believe the former security minister’s stance may be tempered by the realities of fragile coalitions in a volatile region. Takaichi’s election last weekend as leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party marked a moment of both historic...

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2 w. ago Which Hong Kong businesses came out on top over National Day break?

The number of mainland Chinese visitors coming to Hong Kong for the first five days of the National Day “golden week” break rose by 5.1 per cent from last year, while business leaders have said cosmetics sellers and cha chaan teng enjoyed a boost in customers. Maurice Kong Chi-hang, chairman of the Institute of Dining Professionals, said that the National Day fireworks on October 1 served as a draw for visitors, helping to prompt a 10 to 25 per cent increase in business for restaurants. But he...

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2 w. ago Beijing's historic commercial streets draw National Day crowds

Beijing's historic commercial streets draw National Day crowds  China.org

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2 w. ago OPINION | Taiwan is not part of China: History and law disprove Beijing’s claim

OPINION | Taiwan is not part of China: History and law disprove Beijing’s claim  The Fiji Times

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2 w. ago Mainland Chinese tourists in Hong Kong head for Cheung Chau to avoid crowds

Hong Kong’s outlying island of Cheung Chau has emerged as a quiet haven for mainland Chinese visitors who want to avoid the city’s crowded urban neighbourhoods during the National Day holidays. Hundreds of mainland tourists headed to Cheung Chau on Thursday morning, the second day of the “golden week” break. They were among the 1.5 million visitors from across the border expected in the city during the eight-day holiday period. Geared up in sunglasses, floppy hats and sun protection clothing,...

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3 w. ago Beijing issues paper on Taiwan, rebukes West for ‘gross violation’ of global order

Beijing marked the anniversary of foundation of the People’s Republic by reasserting its position on Taiwan and describing attempts by the United States and other Western nations to expand Taiwan’s presence in international organisations as “a gross violation” of the global order. In issuing a position paper reaffirming support for United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758 on Tuesday, Beijing’s foreign ministry criticised what it said was Washington’s history of obstructing Beijing’s...

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3 w. ago National Day in Hong Kong: excitement mounts for fireworks as crowds swell

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Hong Kong marks National Day on Wednesday with a range of activities to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has delivered a speech at a reception at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, with local and central government officials as well as leading business...

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3 w. ago National Day in Hong Kong: spectacular fireworks show wows the crowds

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. Hong Kong marks National Day on Wednesday with a range of activities to celebrate the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu has delivered a speech at a reception at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, with local and central government officials as well as leading business...

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3 w. ago Beijing Performing Arts Centre: A Cultural Beacon Uniting History, Sustainability, and Community by the Grand Canal

Beijing Performing Arts Centre: A Cultural Beacon Uniting History, Sustainability, and Community by the Grand Canal  Global Design News

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3 w. ago Experts discuss film 'Evil Unbound' at Beijing symposium on history, peace

Experts discuss film 'Evil Unbound' at Beijing symposium on history, peace  China.org.cn

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3 w. ago Hong Kong rolls out National Day transport and crowd control measures

Hong Kong authorities have prepared transport and crowd control measures ahead of the National Day celebrations at key locations such as the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau bridge and High Island Reservoir East Dam. The government revealed on Monday a string of targeted measures for the East Dam in Sai Kung, an attraction especially popular among mainland Chinese travellers but lacking in transport options. The Transport Department said minibus operators would extend weekday services during mainland...

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3 w. ago Beijing, China: New Longfu Street Revitalizes Historic Area, Blending Modern Culture with Old Beijing Charm

Beijing, China: New Longfu Street Revitalizes Historic Area, Blending Modern Culture with Old Beijing Charm  Travel And Tour World

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3 w. ago Historic meltdown from Musetti in Beijing: "These damn Chinese.."

Historic meltdown from Musetti in Beijing: "These damn Chinese.."  Punto de Break

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