"People across the Taiwan Strait share the same roots and the same cultural origins. We hope that through music, people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait can be brought closer together," said Taiwan compatriot Wen Ming-cheng. #StraitTalk #明天会更好 #明啊载祝好 #台灣 #台湾 #StraitsForum

The main conference of the 18th Straits Forum took place on Saturday in Xiamen, East China's Fujian province, where representatives and guests from both sides of the #Taiwan Strait called for peaceful development and closer exchange while opposing separatism. #StraitsForum bit.ly/3S5eeU5

Even a #cat can have its graduation moment! Clad in a mini cap and gown, this adorable feline captured everyone's attention at a #graduation party, sitting so quietly that it appeared to be posing for the camera. 🎓

On June 12, the launch ceremony of the 2026 Acceleration Week for Global Youth Development Programs was held in Shanghai's Lin-gang Special Area. A total of 170 youth representatives involved in development projects from more than 70 countries attended the event. Contributing youth wisdom to global development, taking youth action to improve global governance, and promoting youth dialogue to enrich the diversity of civilizations. #WYDF2026 #APGYD #YouthDriveDevelopment

#Iran has not yet announced its final decision on the proposed memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States, Iran's semi-official Fars news agency reported on Sunday, citing a source close to the negotiation team. #US

You might think #Xinjiang is all about stunning landscapes and delicious food — but wait until you meet the people. A group of warm-hearted local girls eagerly introduced their traditional dishes, and on the spot, broke into a heartfelt dance — inviting travelers from all over the world to come and experience Xinjiang. #ChinaTravel #ChinaBound Travel with ease in China, and with meaning. chinabound.cn

While claiming to be for "peace" and "defense", #Japan's action shows that it is speeding down the path of remilitarization — ramping up military expenditure, easing the export of lethal weapons, advancing the deployment of intermediate and long-range missiles, developing offensive military capability, hoarding sensitive nuclear materials, promoting the revision of its pacifist Constitution, and even advocating that Japan should become a war-capable nation. #AI灵感工作室

In a #touching moment, a toddler surprised everyone by handing a #watermelon to the great-grandparents and then to dad. This #heartwarming act highlights the enduring bonds of #familylove. 🥰

#UPDATE At least 61 people were killed, 40 missing and 1,403 injured after a magnitude 7.8 #earthquake struck off the southern coast of Mindanao, the #Philippines, on June 8, said the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council on Sunday.

On June 13, the red carpet event of the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival kicked off at the Shanghai Grand Theatre. Click the video and find more. #SIFF #RedCarpet

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, held talks with Mongolian Foreign Minister Batmunkh Battsetseg in Ulan Bator, the capital of Mongolia, on Saturday. bit.ly/4eHYjnm

Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh met with Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister on Saturday. bit.ly/4ea7lJQ

As the summer #wheat #harvest peaks, the coastal city of Rongcheng in Weihai, Shandong province is working against the clock to bring in the grain before the rainy season arrives. bit.ly/4gl0sGN

A #crayfish #festival kicked off Friday in Xuyi county, a major crayfish base in East China's Jiangsu province, offering a feast for crayfish fans. The three-day event, with approximately 40,000 tickets sold, is expected to sell 120 tons of crayfish during this period, which will effectively drive #consumption in catering, accommodation, and retail.

Why can't #Xuanwei #ham be truly replicated anywhere else? Because Xuanwei itself is part of the recipe. Its distinctive geography and climate provide ideal conditions for natural fermentation, while generations of intangible cultural heritage inheritors have kept centuries-old techniques alive. Join China Daily reporter Yan An as she discovers how nature and tradition come together to create the unique flavor of Xuanwei ham. #YunnanDelights #ChinaTravel #ChinaBound

The number of confirmed #Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has risen to 710, including 149 deaths, the country's health ministry said Saturday, while dismissing social media rumors that a nationwide lockdown had been imposed in response to the outbreak.

#Qatar grabbed its first point at the FIFA World Cup after drawing 1-1 with #Switzerland in Group B on Saturday, thanks to Miro Muheim's late own goal. #WorldCup2026

With the continuous advancement of cross-Strait integrated development, an increasing number of young people from #Taiwan are choosing to pursue careers and start businesses in #Fujian province, injecting fresh momentum into cultural and economic exchanges. #StraitTalk #StraitsForum bit.ly/4azDIiH

Zhang Xingxing, a specially appointed young researcher at the Institute of High Energy Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), likens the High Energy Photon Source (HEPS) to a "super microscope" capable of conducting "health checks" on high-speed train wheels. It also provides critical data for the development of advanced materials used in major equipment such as airplane. This large-scale scientific facility is helping enterprises and research institutes optimize high-performance materials, driving independent innovation in China's advanced manufacturing sector. #innovation #TechTok

Yanji cold noodles from Jilin are a signature dish of ethnic Korean cuisine in China. Chewy buckwheat noodles are served in a chilled sweet-and-tangy broth, topped with braised beef, tomato, cucumber, and a soft-boiled egg. Refreshing and light, this iconic dish embodies the local flavors and remains a beloved summer favorite for beating the heat. #Jilin #ColdNoodles #Yanji #ChinaBound #ASnapshotOfChina chinabound.cn Travel with ease in China, and with meaning.

#Brazil draws 1-1 with Morocco in World Cup Group C opener #WorldCup2026 bit.ly/4vNyurY