🤖 Hangzhou’s traffic police squad has a new rookie: Hangxing No. 1. The AI-powered traffic management robot began its duty in China’s Zhejiang Province on Dec 1 as part of a pilot trial. It uses artificial intelligence (AI), cameras and advanced sensors to manage traffic and spot traffic violations in real time. The robot can also perform clear hand signals for drivers, blow a whistle and issue polite audio reminders to pedestrians. #china #chinanews | CNA

A "#dragon of light" snakes through China's Zhangzhou, "breathing" new life into this ancient city. The 100-meter-long illuminated dragon parade was held during the Southern Fujian Drama Week. The tradition, which has earned a spot in the Guinness World Records, is part of the region's rich cultural heritage that is reanimated for a new generation by way of puppet shows and Gezai opera. | CGTN

China's top-level planning, a key to understanding China, has long balanced consistency with adaptability, offering strong confidence and opportunities for global investors and business cooperation, said Zhao Zhongxiu, president of the University of International Business and Economics, during an interview with Xinhua at the 2025 Understanding China conference. #GLOBALink | China Xinhua News