2026 marks the start of China's 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030). How will China continue to consolidate and expand the growth momentum of its economy and achieve a strong start for the new five-year plan cycle? What will it mean for the world? Explore insights from the experts. #GLOBALink | China Xinhua News

In his New Year's Eve address, Chinese leader Xi Jinping struck an upbeat tone, highlighting confidence in China's economy and technological competitiveness despite ongoing US trade tariffs. Xi also reiterated Beijing's stance on Taiwan, describing reunification as "unavoidable." CNN's Steven Jiang and Simone McCarthy report. | CNN