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China realizes unprecedented development by prioritizing its people

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2 years ago

June 12, 2024

BEIJING, June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — In Beijing, the essay topic for the English test of this year’s gaokao focuses on the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. Chinese middle school student Li Hua is asked to offer some suggestions to his foreign friend Jim, who wants to write a piece on this subject. To help enlighten Jim as well as those who are interested in China’s development, Global Times invited several foreign experts and observers to share their insights on China’s great achievements in various spheres over the past seven and half decades.

Discussing China’s achievements over the 75 years since the founding of the People’s Republic could be the subject of a very long book and is understood in different ways by different generations of people. I’ve always believed the best way to know how people in China think, is to ask them.

So, through asking a range of different people from different generations we can expect to find a range of different answers.

Those students who have been preparing all their school lives to take the recent gaokao, the “national college entrance examinations”, had slightly different responses to those who took the exam in my early years of teaching here, around 2004 and 2005. For interest, I thought it might be good to get the opinions of some older Chinese people too, and so I asked a retired couple.

Teenagers love connectivity, being able to communicate with family and friends and shop online with their phone. Interestingly, pensioners have similar views about mobile phones, the community they live in provides them with free classes that help them learn how to use WeChat so they aren’t so disconnected from their grandchildren, especially during the school term. They learn about online shopping and banking; they know how to upload and download and they have courses on how to avoid internet and mobile scams. The youngsters don’t need that, they seem to have an inherent understanding of how to be safe online.

The retirees also think education is important. To them, this was the most important development in China, and the country is now strong because of it. China leads the world in science and technology and has more students enrolled in university courses than any other country in the world and the future is being built on a foundation of education. The youngsters agree, but for a different reason. School is better; they have modern classrooms, modern facilities, computerization and sports.

Older people remember the rivers and how they used to play in them when they were kids. China’s development, they say, came at an environmental cost which they paid the price for but that has changed in recent years. Strong anti-pollution rules and the introduction of electric cars and buses have all helped; the rivers are cleaner and the air is fresher.

Transportation was most important to the middle group, these are young professionals with families of their own. To be able to get on a train in Guangdong and just a few hours later get off the train on the other side of the country means they can get to see their families, take holidays and have more time for themselves. One lady in her fifties described getting to university in the 1990s as a 16-hour bus trip with several ferry crossings. The journey now takes 27 minutes on the high-speed train and driving a car, something she would never have imagined in her younger days, takes her less than 90 minutes. She laughed when she said it takes her son less time to get to college in Australia than she took to travel 100 kilometers inside Guangdong. China’s bridges have made this possible but it doesn’t stop there. An interconnected system of freeways and bridges connects everywhere in China to everywhere else.

And in talking about this, she realized there was another great achievement for China, the very fact that she now owns a car and is able to send her child to school overseas was unthinkable when she was her son’s age. Everyone in China is better off than they were, and everyone I speak to is optimistic that they will continue along this trajectory.

If you ask anyone of any age, any generation and from any background, what are China’s two or three greatest achievements, some will say the internet connectivity, some will say transportation or infrastructure and some describe the health system which has consistently delivered better outcomes over the last 75 years and increased the life-expectancy to higher than that of most developed countries. Others talk of the education system that produces more STEM graduates than the US, Russia, the European Union and the UK combined, while some will say the de-desertification and the environmental improvements, bringing clean air and blue skies back to the cities. But they will all agree that the no.1 achievement is lifting the people out of poverty.

The greatest achievement of any country is to do the right thing for its people. And in these 75 years, China has done exactly that.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in the U.S.

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2 hours ago

November 8, 2026

NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces six of many new Club Offers for Club Members in the U.S.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

$589—COSTA RICA IN PEAK SEASON: 6 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Experience two sides of Costa Rica, from Arenal’s volcano and tropical rainforests to Tamarindo’s beaches. This six-night trip includes roundtrip flights (from Florida or New York), hotels, breakfast and a rental car. All during the dry season.$93—THE BEST OFFER FOR THIS BROADWAY SHOW
Club Members save nearly 30% on tickets to Broadway’s blockbuster “WICKED.” This is the best offer for tickets to this show. And only Travelzoo’s Club Members have access to select Orchestra seats at New York’s Gershwin Theatre.$225—LONDON 5-STAR HOTEL WITH CHAMPAGNE BREAKFAST
Through our exclusive agreement with the 5-star South Place Hotel, we receive a complimentary upgrade to a junior suite. The hotel is home to a Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant and located steps from trendy Shoreditch. A daily Champagne breakfast for two is included. We pay $225 per night. Everyone else pays $720.$99—HOTEL STAYS NATIONWIDE
We’ve negotiated savings of up to 60% off regular rates at well-reviewed hotels in cities across the country, including Washington, D.C., Chicago, New Orleans, Boston and California’s coast. All with stays for $99 (or less).$579—MEDITERRANEAN ISLAND: 4 NIGHTS WITH FLIGHTS
Explore Malta’s medieval cities, cobblestone streets and Mediterranean coastline. We get roundtrip flights from Boston, four nights at a 4-star resort and daily breakfast—for less than the cost of airfare alone.$1385—LAST MINUTE ST. LUCIA ALL-INCLUSIVE GETAWAY FOR 2
Be among the first to stay at this new luxury retreat on Reduit Beach. This is the most popular stretch of sand in St. Lucia. For three nights (or longer) anytime through Dec. 19, Club Members get beachfront accommodations with a private terrace, butler service and all-inclusive dining. We save over $1400 compared to regular prices.

Offers have limited inventory and are subject to availability.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travelers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

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Jonathan Jones – New York
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TCL CSOT to Explore the Future of Displays in the AI Era at DTC 2026

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4 hours ago

November 8, 2026

WUHAN, China, Nov. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The TCL CSOT Global Display Tech-Ecosystem Conference 2026 (DTC 2026) will take place in Wuhan, China, on November 13. Under the theme “TRUE VISION, AI IN MOTION,” this year’s conference will present TCL CSOT’s latest advances in Inkjet Printing OLED (IJP OLED), APEX display technologies, AI applications, and next-generation display solutions.

Displaying the Future in the AI Era
As AI accelerates change across digital content and intelligent devices, the ability to deliver rich colors and fine details while meeting the needs of different usage scenarios is becoming essential for translating display technology into experiences users can see and feel.

At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will examine how AI is reshaping content creation, device form factors, and human-machine interaction, offering a closer look at how these shifts are expanding the role of displays in future intelligent experiences.

IJP OLED Moves toward Large-Scale Commercialization
Following more than a decade of research and development, TCL CSOT’s IJP OLED technology is advancing from technical validation toward large-scale production, marking a critical stage in its commercialization. Its expanding applications from medical displays into IT and consumer products demonstrate the growing potential of IJP OLED across monitors and future intelligent devices, attracting increasing attention throughout the display value chain.

At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will share further updates on its IJP OLED development and continued exploration of the technology. As a major highlight of the conference, these advances will offer a closer look at the potential path for the development of next-generation display technologies.

APEX Platform Innovations Bring the Future of Display to Life
At DTC 2026, TCL CSOT will bring together a broad lineup of APEX platform innovations, highlighting advances in display experience, visual health, sustainability, and form-factor innovation. By connecting technology development with real-world applications, the showcase will translate the value of a “great display” into tangible experiences. From picture quality and viewing comfort to new product forms and use cases, the exhibits will offer industry partners and guests a clearer view of the diverse possibilities shaping the future of displays.

Industry Leaders to Exchange Perspectives on the Future of Displays
Beyond its technology and product showcases, DTC 2026 will bring together industry leaders and cross-sector thinkers to explore the future of displays. Jun Zhao, Senior Vice President of TCL Technology and CEO of TCL CSOT; Xiaolin Yan, CTO of TCL Technology and TCL CSOT; and science writer and Wenjin Book Award Winner Weigang Wan are expected to join the conference.

Their discussions will examine how AI is reshaping display standards, human-machine interaction, product development, and user experience. By bringing together perspectives from technology, content, and applications, DTC 2026 aims to present an integrated view of the forces shaping the future of displays and foster closer collaboration across the display ecosystem. More highlights from DTC 2026 will be announced soon.

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Club Offers for Travel Enthusiasts in the UK

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6 hours ago

November 8, 2026

LONDON, Nov. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Travelzoo® (NASDAQ: TZOO), the club for travel enthusiasts, announces four of many new Club Offers for Club Members in the UK.

Rigorously vetted and negotiated for us travel enthusiasts:

£420PP—DELUXE TUSCANY BREAK WITH DINNER & COOKING CLASS
Hotel Villa Il Patriarca sits in extensive grounds, surrounded by mature pine and cypress trees. This offer includes three nights in a Junior Suite, a 6-course dining experience at Michelin-listed I Salotti, a cooking class with the chef, and wine tasting. We have negotiated savings of £373 per couple in spring and summer.
  £200PP—2 NIGHTS AT NEW CORNWALL HOTEL
Travelzoo Club Members are invited to be the first guests at this new hotel when it opens in January. Elysium St Mawes in the Cornish village of St Mawes has been completely redesigned. We have negotiated savings of 50% on regular rates. Includes two nights, champagne, cream tea, and a session in the thermal spa.
  £199PP—FRENCH RIVIERA WITH FLIGHTS
Winter in Cannes means fewer crowds, golden light, and mild weather. This special rate is just for us Club Members—three nights at the Juliana Hotel Cannes in a balcony room, a stone’s throw from the famous Boulevard de la Croisette. Includes return flights.
  £99PP—TOP WEST END SHOW WITH DINNER
“Miss Saigon” returns to the West End for the first time since 2016. Tickets usually cost £99 per person but, with this offer, we also get a 2-course meal and drink at Gaucho Piccadilly before the show.

Are you a travel enthusiast? Join the club today: https://travelzoo.com

Who are we?
We, Travelzoo®, are the club for travel enthusiasts. We reach 30 million travellers. Club Members receive Club Offers negotiated and rigorously vetted by our deal experts around the globe. Our relationships with thousands of top travel companies give us access to irresistible deals. Our club and its benefits are built around the lifestyle of a modern travel enthusiast.

Media Contact:
Cat Jordan – London
+44 77 7678 1525
cjordan@travelzoo.com

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