
China's Solar Power Capacity Surpasses Coal for the First Time
Solar power reaches 1.286 billion kilowatts to become China's largest generation source by installed capacity, though grid integration and corporate pressures persist.
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Solar power reaches 1.286 billion kilowatts to become China's largest generation source by installed capacity, though grid integration and corporate pressures persist.

The annual report points to artificial intelligence adoption, diverse business models, and a shift toward brand-led global expansion.

Authorities align foreign individual taxation with domestic standards, imposing a standard 20 percent tax rate.

Organization Department head Shi Taifeng urges cadres to study new two-volume collection of Xi's works.

Major grain-producing regions implement precision irrigation, biological pest control, and post-flood recovery measures to secure autumn crop yields.

State media report cumulative passenger figures reflecting substantial domestic mobility across the national rail grid during the summer travel peak.

The private Chinese launch vehicle achieved orbit from the Dongfeng test zone, validating a seven-engine cluster configuration.

Regulators inspect over 20,000 apps and 90,000 organizations across key sectors while preparing broader network identity service rollout.

Growth in the Northern China megacity cluster was driven by high-tech manufacturing, service sector expansion, and accelerated development in Xiongan.

State media commentary cautions municipalities against rushing into hard-tech equity investments without clear industrial alignment and exit plans.

Cross-border shipments top 21 million tons as average daily freight exceeds 67,000 tons in 2026.

An official policy graphic outlines seven key statistical metrics tracking China's macroeconomic performance through the first seven months of the year.

Steady growth in rail volumes highlights targeted capacity for energy, agricultural goods, and multimodal logistics corridors.

Xi Jinping and Shavkat Mirziyoyev agree to advance railway connectivity, AI, and security cooperation.

The two leaders reaffirmed strategic trust and pledged to expand cooperation from traditional minerals to green energy and digital technologies.

The cultural visit highlighted traditional heritage and bilateral ties through a joint ancient Chinese civilization exhibition.

Seven ministries outline policy priorities to expand durable goods consumption, ease auto purchase curbs, and boost emerging retail sectors.

Official economic commentary emphasizes new drivers and structural optimization across January to July performance indicators.

State-backed lender turns digital compute and AI token consumption metrics into bankable credit assets for tech startups.

The National Healthcare Security Administration has released its official framework for universal medical security ahead of the 2026–2030 planning cycle.