China enhances its role in UN
As one of the major financial contributors to the world body, Beijing continues to view the UN as a cornerstone for the international world order.
Read More...As one of the major financial contributors to the world body, Beijing continues to view the UN as a cornerstone for the international world order.
Read More...But this election cycle, Super Tuesday is not so super. The primary elections are more like coronations.
Read More...Haiti is in crisis, as criminal gangs and national security forces are battling on the streets of the capital for control of the Caribbean nation. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports.
Read More...Nearly four thousand prisoners have broken out of Haiti’s two largest jails, after days of violence on the streets of the country’s capital resulted in the jailbreak. Haiti’s ongoing issues with gang rule have now become far more difficult as a result, leading to greater […]
Read More...The U.S. states of California and Nevada had their heaviest snowfalls of this winter season after a blizzard struck the region over the weekend, causing power outages and road closures across several counties. Forecasters say some places face more storms in the days ahead. Ediz […]
Read More...Colombians will be celebrating the 27th edition of their Astronomy festival in the town of Villa de Leyva this month. Their special guest is China, with a celebration of space exploration. Michelle Begue reports from Bogota.
Read More...China’s leaders and lawmakers begin their annual meetings on March 5 with the economy outpacing initial forecasts. Growth is increasing partly due to increasing domestic consumer demand for products and services including personal devices, cars, and smart home products. Owen Fairclough reports from Washington, D.C.
Read More...The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump will remain on the Colorado ballot as the presumptive Republican presidential nominee for this November’s election. The court overturned a ruling by the Colorado Supreme Court to disqualify Trump over his role on January 6th. But […]
Read More...Over the past few years, both China and Cuba have deepened their bilateral relationship.
Read More...The two sessions center largely on China’s domestic policy but there will be intense foreign scrutiny of the proceedings, especially when it comes to the direction of Chinese Economic policy.
Read More...The political impact of Two Sessions will resonate throughout China and the world.
Read More...She shares memories from that trip, and how it’s shaped her decades-long passion for educational exchange between the two countries.
Read More...In their fight to control a raging outbreak of dengue fever, health officials in Brazil have declared Saturday, March 2, “D-Day.” More than one million cases of dengue have been confirmed since the start of the year, and at least 214 people have died from […]
Read More...The International Habano Cigar 2024 Festival was held this week in the Cuban capital. Thousands of cigar aficionados and business people from over 100 countries were on hand. Habano cigar sales are a major source of revenue for the Cuban economy and the island’s rich […]
Read More...Finance ministers and central bank governors meeting in Brazil ended their two days of talks without a joint communique. The sticking point was not related to the core themes of their meeting – like taxation and fighting inequality – but rather to disagreements concerning global […]
Read More...Biden and former President Trump made competing trips to the Texas border with Mexico on Feb. 29 to address illegal immigration into the United States. The latest polls indicate the way the Biden Administration handles the surge of migrants – mainly from Central and South […]
Read More...Under Guyana’s leadership, the 45th CARICOM Heads of Government Summit focused on the crisis in Haiti. CARICOM leaders urged for swift solutions amidst calls for Haiti Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s resignation. The summit also emphasized the need for stability and collective action in resolving the […]
Read More...The World Health Organization warns of a significant rise in measles cases worldwide, with over 300,00 reported last year, marking a 79 percent increase from 2022. In the U.S., outbreaks are escalating, with at least 35 cases across 15 states, notably concentrated in Florida, mostly […]
Read More...Wildfires engulfing Texas have ravaged over 4,000 square kilometers of land, claiming homes and claiming at least one life. Despite partial containment efforts, the fires persist, with one even crossing state borders. CGTN’s Jim Spellman reports.
Read More...With nearly 13 million women-owned small businesses in the US, access to funding remains a challenge, especially for minority women entrepreneurs. As part of our Black History Month series, we delve into the efforts of one woman dedicated to supporting women of color in starting […]
Read More...In the past year, tens of thousands of asylum seekers have arrived in New York City, mainly from South and Central America, along with a significant number from Africa. Officials acknowledge the strain on city resources, particularly concerning the limited access to basic services for […]
Read More...Violence on Mexico’s highways is escalating, prompting concerns from the country’s truckers who are advocating for increased protection. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock shows how trucking unions are appealing to the government for assistance.
Read More...Brazil, this year’s president of the G20, wants social inequality to be at the center of the group’s discussions and action in 2024. This is one of the key themes in the meeting of finance ministers and central bankers happening this week in São Paulo. […]
Read More...Ten notable Asian American women who have excelled in their fields were honored for their career achievements and for breaking the “bamboo ceiling” at a gala event in Hollywood this week. The annual “Outstanding Asian American Women Who Dared” event is organized by One World […]
Read More...The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development released its latest report on Mexico’s economy this week, highlighting the opportunities Mexico has for taking full advantage of its geographic proximity to the giant economy of the United States. CGTN’s Franc Contreras brings us the latest from […]
Read More...Spring Break is just weeks away. It’s a time when college students around the world go on holiday. In the U.S., one popular destination for springtime revelry is saying don’t come here, despite the potential influx of revenue. Officials in Miami Beach, Florida have determined the […]
Read More...There’s a natural resource that fights pollution and could potentially help vegetation grow. It’s widely available worldwide, yet few people likely recognize its true worth. As CGTN’s Mark Niu reports, this miraculous material comes right from the top of our very own heads.
Read More...The brutal 1955 murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager visiting Sumner, Mississippi from Chicago, sparked global condemnation and disgust. The acquittal of two white men in the trial that followed, caused further shock and anger, becoming a flashpoint in the civil rights movement. Recent […]
Read More...Arab-American voters are expected to rebuke U.S. President Joe Biden over his support for Israel against Hamas in the Michigan Democratic presidential primary on Tuesday, Feb. 27.
Read More...Ecuador is now the third Latin American country to allow physician-assisted deaths, joining Colombia and Cuba. The legal team involved in the case that changed Ecuador’s law discus what this change means for the country.
Read More...CGTN’s Frances Kuo traveled to San Diego, California to speak with environmental advocates and analysts about their work in protecting the local environment.
Read More...Marshall’s Music and Bookstore in the southern U.S. state of Mississippi has been in business for more than 80 years, making it the oldest Black-owned bookstore in the country.
Read More...Migration in Latin America and the Caribbean has changed dramatically in the last decade, according to the United Nations.
Read More...Latest government figures out of Mexico show around 60 percent of the country is experiencing moderate to severe drought, with conditions expected to get even worse.
Read More...A young Black woman is breaking new barriers in motorcycle racing.
Read More...Thousands rallied on Sunday, Feb. 25, in São Paulo in support of Jair Bolsonaro.
Read More...As the dust settles in South Carolina following Donald Trump’s Republican presidential primary defeat over Nikki Haley in her home state, she’s vowing to stay in the race.
Read More...The Spring Festival holiday period has come to a close. And one of the largest celebrations in America took place across the San Francisco Bay Area.
Read More...No country in the Americas has a bigger EV share of new car sales than Costa Rica. But the tropical tourist destination is still lagging behind in emission-free public transport. Increased collaboration with China, the global leader in EV sales, is now set to […]
Read More...Chinese New Year celebrations continue throughout the month of February in many theme parks across the United States. One of the most popular locations to celebrate the Year of the Loong (Dragon) is Universal Studios in Hollywood.
Read More...Colombians in Bogota celebrated the Chinese Lantern Festival this weekend. The event was hosted by the Chinese Embassy and the Colombian and Chinese Chamber of Commerce.
Read More...The U.S. has announced new sanctions against Russia in response to the death of imprisoned opposition activist Alexei Navalny and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This is the largest package of U.S. sanctions since the conflict in Ukraine began two years ago.
Read More...The United Nations Secretary General says it’s “high time for peace” in Ukraine. Speaking at the UN on Friday, Antonio Guterres joined several foreign ministers for the two-year anniversary of the start of the Ukraine-Russia conflict. At least 10,500 civilians have died in Ukraine […]
Read More...In Haiti, the UN says rape is being used as a weapon of war, with gangs engaging in collective sexual assaults to consolidate power and control. Officials say rape with impunity is increasing at an alarming rate. CGTN’s Nitza Soledad Perez brings us the […]
Read More...Luxury electric vehicle maker Lotus Technology marked a milestone on Friday, Feb. 23, listing on the tech-heavy Nasdaq exchange in New York. Trading through a special-purpose acquisition company called L Catterton Asia Acquisition Corp, Lotus Tech made its debut in U.S. markets. The […]
Read More...As the United States continues its crackdown on undocumented immigration, Mexico continues to receive large numbers of migrants. A new report from Mexico’s Interior Ministry shows a steep increase of Venezuelans and Africans in Mexico. More from CGTN’s Franc Contreras in Mexico City. For more, […]
Read More...The United States has announced it will reimpose oil sanctions against Venezuela, collapsing expected growth projections for 2024. The U.S. decision has caused concern among local merchants who are worried that they will see their incomes diminished. Correspondent Mary Triny Mena has more details from […]
Read More...Beginning this week, Brazilians and Chinese will be able to obtain tourist and business visas with a 10-year duration to visit each other’s countries. It is hoped that this extension of time will help boost business and tourism between the two nations. Our correspondent Paulo […]
Read More...Mexico’s beach resort of Acapulco is still picking up the pieces, following the most devastating hurricane in its history that hit last fall. CGTN’s Alasdair Baverstock reports on the long road to recovery. For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe […]
Read More...The meeting of the G20 Foreign Ministers in Rio de Janeiro wrapped up after two days of discussions on global security and the reform of global governance institutions.
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