Chengdu

The Qinghai-Tibet railway, the world’s highest, began operation in 2006 with the first train departing Beijing to Lhasa, carrying 600 passengers and 100 journalists. The railway also launched services from Golmud and Chengdu, offering residents like Lhasa student Bianba more affordable travel opportunities.

The article discusses China-Asean relations through dual lenses of geopolitical tensions (South China Sea, US-China rivalry) and economic opportunities (trade, infrastructure). It highlights a study tour by the University of Hong Kong’s Centre on Contemporary China and the World to Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, and Jakarta.

China's '618' shopping festival is showing signs of declining consumer enthusiasm, as evidenced by reduced e-commerce parcel volumes in Chengdu. The subdued mood reflects cautious consumer behavior this year compared to previous years.

Former Chongqing mayor Huang Qifan has called for China to implement a coordinated policy package including currency appreciation, tariff cuts, and increased labor benefits to address its record 2025 merchandise trade surplus of $1.2 trillion. Huang characterized the trade surplus as "shocking" and warned that current momentum shows no signs of slowing down.

Pandas are set to embark on an 8,000-mile blind date in Atlanta, starting from Ping Ping in Chengdu, China in May 2026. The event involves pandas traveling a significant distance. Details about the participants and organizers are not provided.

Pakistan plans to sell panda bonds worth up to 1.75 billion yuan, marking its debut in the Chinese bond market. The sale is expected to take place in China. This move indicates Pakistan's efforts to diversify its financial investments.

China's major banks reported increased profit growth in the first quarter. The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) in Chengdu is highlighted as an example.