# Haikou

Subsurface Sovereignty: China Advances Marine Drilling Tech in the South China Sea

China's Haikou Marine Geological Survey Center has completed successful sea trials of a new marine drilling system in the South China Sea. The technology enables high-precision sampling and geophysical testing at significant depths, marking a transition from land-based to maritime drilling dominance.

NeTe2026年5月10日 04:23

#China Geological Survey#South China Sea#Marine Drilling

Sheep graze on a vibrant hillside in Qinghai, China, surrounded by colorful prayer flags and rolling hills.

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Lunar New Year Exodus Strains Hainan: Flights and Ferries Sold Out as Return Rush Drives Prices Skyward

As the Lunar New Year return peak hits, Hainan is experiencing acute transport shortages: flights from Haikou to major mainland cities are selling out and ferry crossings on the Qiongzhou Strait have no available seats. The squeeze reflects a strong inbound tourism rebound to Hainan and an asymmetric flow of passengers that has pushed outbound fares sharply higher while some inbound fares have plunged.

SoBiz2026年2月19日 05:24

#Hainan#Qiongzhou Strait#Spring Festival