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The inaugural Global Energy Storage Colloquium was held in Xiamen

Ad Feature Global Energy Storage Colloquium brings international experts together

The project is open worldwide with no restrictions on nationality or age

Ad Feature Chinese-language adapted song surpasses 2 billion streams

The line-up for the 55th Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix in November has been confirmed. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Davey Todd absent as line-up for 2026 Macau Grand Prix confirmed

Aaron Spence and Dean McMaster are among the newcomers who will compete at the famous Macau Grand Prix for the first time in November. (Photo by Alan Weir/Pacemaker Press)

NW200 chief Mervyn Whyte says Macau GP will be big test for NI newcomers

Li remains committed to bringing the traditions of Chinese tempera to a global audience

Ad Feature Chinese tempera artist Li Xiaogang featured in Venice exhibition

Peter Hickman (Zeeco/8TEN Racing BMW) exits Melco Hairpin on his way to finishing as runner-up to teammate, Davey Todd in the 2025 Macau Motorcycle Grand Prix. (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press)

Peter Hickman outlines injury progress ahead of Macau Grand Prix challenge

Five students from Southern Regional College have achieved an exceptional medal haul at the ‘Skills Olympics’ in China. Pictured is the Downpatrick campus of the college.

Five students win medals at 'Skills Olympics' in Shanghai

Samuel Jones won a gold medal for refrigeration and air conditioning skills

Ad Feature Team UK wins gold medals at international skills competition

A customer re-fuels his cars at a petrol station as diesel brushes close to £2 per litre in Northern Ireland (photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Diesel now at its highest in Northern Ireland since Iran war began

The Center is designed for visitors of all ages

Ad Feature Binzhou Aerospace Center opens on September 25

Riders surge from the starting line as the race gets underway along the Yellow River course

Ad Feature Binzhou hosts UCI Class 1 cycling race

Mayor of Mid and East Antrim, Alderman Thomas Gordon is pictured with Mr Kieran Donoghue, chief executive Invest Northern Ireland, Dr. Feng Yong, chairman of WST (Western superconducting technologies., Ltd) and Dr. Guo Qiang, deputy GM of WST

Chinese manufacturing firm opens first overseas operation in Northern Ireland

Agreements were signed for 790 projects

Ad Feature China unveils £40bn international investment plans

Zhang Pu arrived in the UK in the early 1990s and obtained a master’s degree

Ad Feature Chinese-language novel 'A Tibetan Girl Called Ata' released in English

Amos Food Group is a global confectionery company founded in 2004

Ad Feature International candy festival celebrates sweet innovation

The delegation were introduced to the Greater Bay Area's tech opportunities

Ad Feature Hackathon introduces international talent to Hong Kong opportunities
The hackathon introduced tech specialists to Hong Kong’s role as a springboard for global innovators.
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Hyacinth would approve: The good cushions are strictly off‑limits

Jackie McGregor: How I accidentally became Hyacinth Bucket

5.096 million units were sold in six months

Ad Feature China's auto exports hit record high

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Editorial: Nepal will need all available help after horrific flooding disaster

Downtown Binzhou is a target area for the initiative

Ad Feature Trade-in housing models to stabilise China's housing market

Mark Allen has pulled out of the upcoming British Open and English Open for personal reasons

Snooker star Mark Allen pulls out of upcoming tournaments for personal reasons

Queen’s Business School (QBS) at Queen’s University Belfast is delighted to announce Dr Lyle Watters as the new chair of its Advisory Board

'Delighted': Ex-Ford chief takes top advisory role at Queen’s Business School

The show is airing on Hunan TV and Mango TV

Ad Feature Jessie J and John Legend light up the Singer 2026 stage

Shui On Land was named among TIME's World’s Most Impactful Companies 2026

Ad Feature Shui On Land recognised by TIME 2026

The raw material is used in semiconductor chip etching and cleaning processes

Ad Feature Befar makes breakthrough in high-purity hydrogen fluoride production

The programme welcomed students from the UK and China

Ad Feature Summer camp brings together young leaders from the UK and China

Ad Feature Changan named amongst top global auto brands
The Chinese automotive brand is accelerating its global expansion.
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iFAST Global Bank has expanded its Worldwide Scan & Pay service to support cross-border QR payments in China through Alipay+.

Ad Feature iFAST Global Bank expands Worldwide Scan and Pay with cashback offer

XTransfer attended the World Economic Forum's 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos) in Dalian

Ad Feature XTransfer returns to the Summer Davos Forum

The 'Revitalising Weiqiao Town' initiative strives to develop the area

Ad Feature Weiqiao town to be revitalised by local textile company

Binzhou City in Shandong Province has successfully been selected

Ad Feature Binzhou's leap from manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing

It was 27 Celsius at 5pm at the US consul's residence in Shaw's Bridge on Thursday when the outgoing consul James Applegate spoke to mark the US 250th anniversary. Later the temperature in Belfast actually rose a bit in the evening to 28C. Pictured on the right is the band of Campbell College, which had played the national anthem. Pic Ben Lowry

Ben Lowry: The warm night-time temperatures in NI this week were almost a record

The consensus emerged during the 12th CEIBS Europe Forum

Ad Feature Europe and China must pivot from tech rivalry

The chief executive also encouraged companies in Central Asia to leverage Hong Kong's advantages

Ad Feature Hong Kong unlocks new opportunities with Central Asia

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Editorial: Healey exposes deceit around UK defence claims

Hong Kong SAR's chief executive John Lee meets with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev

Ad Feature Hong Kong wraps up mission to deepen ties with Central Asia

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Editorial: MLAs who charge electric cars for free should not profit from mileage

John Lee (centre) witnesses the exchange of memoranda between organisations from both sides.

Ad Feature Hong Kong forges new opportunities with Kazakhstan and Central Asia

The forum was held in London

Ad Feature CICC 2026 London Wealth Management Forum held successfully

Hong Kong has emerged as the world’s largest cross-boundary wealth management centre

Ad Feature Hong Kong rises to world number one cross-boundary wealth hub

The plan highlights five distinct features and centers on the comprehensive elevation of the city's eight qualities.

Ad Feature Binzhou unveils "15th five-year plan" blueprint

The ULI's Awards for Excellence have set the benchmark for real estate achievements globally

Ad Feature HKRI Taikoo Hui receives 2026 ULI Asia Pacific Award for Excellence

US president Donald Trump and Chinese president Xi Jinping recently held a summit. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein)

Esmond Birnie: MAGA may be aiding rise of China - and US decline

All New GAC, Going Global!

Ad Feature GAC International holds first global launch event

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Editorial: Benn hits right note in support of NI defence work

Mark Allen takes on former Crucible king Kyren Wilson in the last 16 of the World Snooker Championship

Mark Allen has 'fire in his belly' to be crowned world champion

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen poses for a photo with a fan during the Halo World Snooker Championship media day at The Crucible. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Mark Allen's 'I'll always believe' rally cry before world title bid

Northern Ireland's Mark Allen will be in action in the World Snooker Championship on Saturday. (Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Wire)

Mark Allen in Crucible opener against China's Zhang Anda

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Ad Feature Sales training firm expands into Asia with new leadership appointments

Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026: Religious Leaders and Academics Discuss Harmony and Cross-Cultural Exchange

Ad Feature Religious leaders highlight key themes at Boao Forum 2026

(L-R) Mary Moulds (as Sarah), Amy Molloy (as Beth) and Marie Jones (The Grandmother)

LANDMARK BELFAST PLAY CHRISTINA REID’S TEA IN A CHINA CUP RETURNS TO LYRIC STAGE

International Trade

How Belfast can turn international trade relationships into employment growth

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Editorial: Russia has not had it all its own way since invading Ukraine in 2022

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Editorial: Tories were too accepting of international law

In the long run US tariffs would have hurt US households (particularly poorer households) as well as stunting the efficiency and inventiveness of US businesses

Esmond Birnie: Tariffs ruling a victory for common sense but uncertainty remains

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