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In the village of Lasite, Altay City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, 71-year-old Slanbek Shahesh carefully sands a birch board to make fur skis. He has been practicing this ancient craft for over half a century. "I learned the craft from my father since I was 15 or 16 years old. In ancient times, it was a travel tool for the people of Altay," he says.

The rock carvings in Dandebrak, located 40 km from the old man's workshop, depict scenes of ancient Altai people hunting on fur skis more than ten thousand years ago. These valuable petroglyphs are the evidence that earned Altai international recognition as the "origin of skiing."

Zhang Wenting, an employee of the Lasite village administration, explained: "In winter, local herders still use fur skis for everyday life and work in the mountains. We also hold traditional skiing competitions on these skis."

Altai is located in the golden ski belt at 47 degrees north latitude. Four major ski resorts have already been built here: Jiangjunshan, Kektokai, Jikpulling, and Langshan in Qinggil County. The region is rapidly developing into China's premier tourist destination, a world-class winter resort, and a winter economic hub with international influence.

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Beijing, September 28 (Xinhua) — An online meeting on the cooperation mechanism for consumer protection in cross-border purchases between Heihe and Blagoveshchensk was held recently in Heihe, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, marking the official establishment of such a mechanism between the two cities, the Heihe Daily newspaper reported.

As noted at the meeting, since the introduction of visa-free travel between China and Russia, and with the deepening of trade, economic, tourism, and human exchanges between the two countries, cross-border consumption has demonstrated growing momentum. The creation of a joint and effective mechanism for consumer protection has become a common need.

The formal establishment of such a mechanism will help create trend-setting cross-border consumption zones and tourism clusters capable of effectively protecting the legitimate rights and interests of consumers in both countries, thereby providing new impetus for promoting economic prosperity and overall development, the meeting emphasized.

At the meeting, representatives of the parties reached consensus on issues such as the creation of specialized positions for handling complaints, the opening of publicly accessible channels for consumer protection, the establishment of a mechanism for regular consultations, etc. -0-

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On September 26, a gala reception was held in Beijing to mark the opening of the Russian Cultural Center in its new building. The event was organized by the Rossotrudnichestvo Representative Office in China jointly with the Russian Embassy in China.

The ceremony was attended by Minister-Counselor of the Russian Embassy in China N.A. Stepkina, representatives of the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Ministry of Education, as well as the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries. Heads of key departments of Rossotrudnichestvo K.M. Volkov and E.V. Moskokova arrived from Moscow for the event.

Opening the event, N.A. Stepkina congratulated the Center on its new home. "Over the past years, the RCC has successfully fulfilled its important mission and has become a true center of attraction for Chinese friends interested in our country and compatriots living in China," the diplomat stated. She also noted that the Center's staff, led by Tatyana Borisovna Urzhumtseva, is conducting "constant, meticulous work across the entire spectrum of Russian-Chinese humanitarian cooperation."

The head of Rossotrudnichestvo, Evgeny Primakov, addressed the guests with a video greeting. He stated that "the Russian House in Beijing is a living embodiment of the friendship between Russia and China," and its opening "marked an important stage in strengthening the strategic partnership." According to Primakov, over the 15 years of its operation, the Center "has managed to earn unconditional recognition, becoming an integral part of the cultural life of the capital of the Celestial Empire."

In her speech, T.B. Urzhumtseva, Director of the RCC, expressed gratitude to everyone who helped establish the Center. "This was our first home base, our 'alma mater' in China. It became a bridge of friendship for thousands of people, a place where professional and personal connections were forged, and joint projects were born," she noted. Speaking about the new space, T.B. Urzhumtseva emphasized: "The new space is more than just new walls. It offers a whole new level of possibilities. Spacious halls for exhibitions of contemporary and classic works, equipped auditoriums for film screenings and lectures, modern language classrooms, a dance hall—all of this is created for you."

An awards ceremony was held as part of the reception: K.M. Volkov and E.V. Moskokova presented departmental awards from Rossotrudnichestvo to the Representative Office's partners. Furthermore, RCC employee Gao Lei received a letter of thanks from the Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation, O.B. Lyubimova.

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Beijing, September 28 (Xinhua) — As of September 24, a total of 980,000 foreigners have crossed the border in both directions through Hainan Province in southern China since the beginning of this year, an increase of 46.3 percent compared to the same period last year. Russia, Kazakhstan, and the Republic of Korea have become important tourist sources for this island province.

The sharp increase in foreign tourists to Hainan is due to the ongoing optimization of the country's visa-free policy. According to the Zhongxinshe News Agency, citizens of 86 countries can currently visit Hainan visa-free.

Since the beginning of this year, 395,000 foreigners have entered Hainan visa-free, accounting for 88.8 percent of the total number of foreign travelers to the province.

The city of Sanya is rightfully considered a resort paradise for foreigners. According to the Haikou Port Authority, the capital of Hainan Province, 570,000 foreign visitors have crossed the Chinese border through Sanya's air port since the beginning of this year.

After China introduced a trial visa-free regime for Russian citizens holding regular passports on September 14, many Russians are choosing Sanya as their starting point for travel within China, noted Zhang Xinchao, a guide at a local travel agency.

In response to the growing passenger flow, border and customs services, as well as other departments in Hainan Province, have taken numerous measures to improve the efficiency of customs clearance. -0-

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"The city has changed dramatically; now the lush vegetation is everywhere, pleasing to the eye, and my soul feels light and happy," shares Russian Kirill Ratnikov, who returned to China after many years.

This trip also has a new goal: to gain a deeper understanding of life in Shanghai—food, accommodation, transportation, travel, shopping, and entertainment—and share his impressions with family and friends. In addition to the beautiful urban environment and rich cultural tourism offerings, Kirill Ratnikov also expressed a high opinion of Shanghai's cuisine.

"From September 15, 2025, to September 14, 2026, China will introduce a visa-free regime for Russians with ordinary passports on a trial basis. I am confident this will attract more Russian tourists to China," he said.

In September, the 36th Shanghai Tourism Festival entered its "classical events season." One of the classic programs, the "Carnival Parade," featured 24 performing groups from 15 countries and regions. These international performers are also visiting tourists. In addition to performing, they explore the city's landscapes and engage in cultural exchanges with the friendly Chinese people.

In this context, the Shanghai Tourism Festival organizing committee appointed the leaders of these overseas groups as "observers," inviting them to evaluate changes in inbound cultural tourism, transportation convenience, and other aspects.

According to data, Shanghai received approximately 4.839 million inbound tourists from January to July this year, a 37% increase compared to the same period last year. Of these, 3.612 million were foreigners, representing a 51.5% increase. According to forecasts from the Shanghai Administration of Culture and Tourism, the number of inbound tourists to Shanghai is expected to exceed 8 million this year.

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Beijing, September 28 (Xinhua) — A batch of imported goods recently cleared customs and arrived at the border trade zone located at the Tseke Port on the China-Mongolia border. This marks the first batch of goods imported from Mongolia to China in 2025, according to the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region government website.

This batch of imported goods included chocolates, candies, cashmere products, beverages and other goods produced in Mongolia, and their total value amounted to more than 600 thousand yuan.

The Tseke Border Crossing is located in the Ejing District of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in northern China. It is an important transportation hub, trade center, cargo distribution center, and resource channel connecting northwestern China with foreign countries.

Throughout the customs clearance process for this batch of goods, Ejina Customs and the Tseke checkpoint collaborated closely, significantly reducing customs clearance time and lowering importer operating costs.

According to the Tseke checkpoint, construction of the China-Mongolia border trade zone began in 2021, covering a total area of 5,194 square meters and housing approximately 300 trade stalls. The first batch of goods imported from Mongolia was registered in this zone on April 30, 2024.

"As an important platform for promoting China-Mongolia trade and economic exchanges, the border trade zone not only expands business opportunities and increases income for residents in the border area, but also deepens bilateral trade and economic cooperation," said Jiang Yang, deputy head of Ejing Customs, adding that the customs will continue to optimize customs control services to promote the high-quality development of this trade zone. -0-

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Moscow, September 28 /Xinhua/ — Dilapidated, filthy tent-like dwellings, streams of sewage, and abject poverty… This black-and-white photo, taken by a Xinhua photographer in the spring of 1959, captures the slums of Lhasa before democratic reforms. The adjacent photograph, from 1987, shows a happy man and woman sitting in front of their white-walled home with large windows. A little further away, a modern digital photograph reveals new neighborhoods of high-rise buildings.

The photo exhibition "A New Chapter in the History of Beautiful Xizang" celebrates the development achievements of China's Xizang Autonomous Region, which celebrated its 60th anniversary in September. The exhibition opened on Friday at the Chinese Embassy in Moscow.

The exhibition features approximately 60 unique photographs from the Xinhua archive. They trace the transformation of life in Xizang. As a result of democratic reforms led by the Communist Party of China, the region has made the leap from a feudal serf society to a socialist one. Railways, multi-level transportation interchanges, modern schools, medical centers, snow-capped mountain peaks, nature reserves, and rows of solar panels—all vividly testify to the enormous successes achieved in areas such as economics, transportation, education, healthcare, tourism, and environmental protection.

Gennady Zyuganov, Chairman of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Russian Federation (CPRF Central Committee), told Xinhua that he has visited many regions of China, but, unfortunately, he had never been to Xizang. "The photographs are not only impressive, they exemplify how, even in such extreme mountain conditions, one can create a modern, exemplary standard of living, how one can build magnificent bridges, roads, and factories, and master all types of modern technology," he said, sharing his impressions of the exhibition and wishing Xizang continued success.

Oleg Belyavsky, Director of the Russian Center for Scientific Information, called the exhibition a very good illustration of the positive changes that have occurred in Xizang over 60 years, both for the population and for the entire region. "This is a very big step forward. The successes in developing transport infrastructure are particularly impressive. At the same time, the centuries-old traditions of the Xizang people, their language, and their culture are preserved. This is always very gratifying, because the diversity of cultures, traditions, and ethnic groups that inhabit China make it practically one of the most powerful states in the world," he added.

According to Ivan Arkhipov, Deputy Chairman of the Russian-Chinese Friendship Society, the photo exhibition about Xizang is not only very interesting but also useful. "We see how much the area has changed over 60 years. The contrast is striking," he said.

The exhibition was organized by the Xinhua Asia-European Bureau and China Image Group with the support of the Chinese Embassy in the Russian Federation. –0–

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BEIJING, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) — During the upcoming eight-day holiday to mark National Day (PRC National Day), which falls annually on October 1, and the traditional Zhongqiu Festival (Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon Festival), which falls on October 6 this year, the average daily number of border crossings at Chinese checkpoints is expected to reach 2 million, the National Immigration Administration of China reported on Sunday.

According to the agency, border crossings and checkpoints across the country are preparing for a sharp increase in travelers in both directions across the border between October 1 and 8, with the peak of cross-border tourist traffic expected on October 1 and 6.

The agency noted that the coincidence of two holidays this year, as well as travel-friendly policy measures such as visa-free entry into the country and the resumption of previously suspended flights, are contributing to the growth in demand for cross-border travel.

To cope with the influx of passengers, the National Administration of Immigration and Border Protection of the People's Republic of China has instructed border control agencies across the country to strengthen monitoring of cross-border passenger flow and checkpoint operations, and to coordinate with other agencies to ensure safe, efficient, and smooth customs clearance at all checkpoints across the country. -0-

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Bishkek, September 28 (Xinhua) — A celebratory cultural event dedicated to the 2576th anniversary of the birth of the great ancient Chinese thinker and educator Confucius and Confucius Institute Day was held on Saturday in the assembly hall of Secondary School No. 69 in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan.

The event was jointly organized by the Confucius Institute at the Kyrgyz National University (KNU) and Secondary School No. 69 in Bishkek.

In her speech, Jia Jingfang, Director of the Confucius Institute at KNU, noted that the event aims not only to showcase the fruits of the joint efforts of Kyrgyz and Chinese colleagues from the Confucius Institute and all classes and teaching centers, but also to showcase the remarkable achievements of Kyrgyz students in learning the Chinese language, understanding Chinese culture, and their multifaceted talents.

School No. 69 began collaborating with the Confucius Institute at KNU in 2009, and opened a Confucius Classroom in 2012. In an interview with Xinhua, school principal Sairagul Atayeva said that studying Chinese helps students better understand China. Many of the school's graduates have found jobs in Chinese companies or become Chinese language teachers. "The constant expansion of relations between Kyrgyzstan and China provides our children with a valuable opportunity. Our school is ready to contribute to the great cause of friendship between the two countries," she stated.

During the event, students and teachers from various Bishkek schools and the Confucius Institute at KNU performed a variety of shows, including Chinese songs, traditional dances, musical instruments, martial arts demonstrations, and more.

Albina Zhenishova, a tenth-grader at School No. 69, has been studying Chinese for three years. At the event, she and her classmates performed an excerpt from the cantata "Yellow River." "I'm very happy to participate in today's event," she said, admitting that Chinese is a very difficult but interesting language. "I hope I'll have the opportunity to study and work in China," Zhenishova noted.

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GUIYANG, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) — The world's highest bridge in southwest China's Guizhou Province opened to traffic on Sunday morning, cutting travel time across a gorge from two hours to just two minutes after three years of construction.

The Huajiang Gorge Bridge, rising 625 meters above the Beipan River in the Guizhou mountain region, is nearly nine times taller than San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge.

The bridge, with a main span of 1,420 meters, also became the world's longest-span steel truss suspension bridge built in a mountainous area, provincial authorities said.

The 2,890-metre-long structure, which spans the Huajiang Gorge, known as the "crack in the earth", is the latest link in the rapidly expanding infrastructure network of the world's second-largest economy.

The Beipan River Bridge, previously considered the highest in the world, is located just over 100 km from the Huajiang Gorge Bridge. The previous record-holder, which opened to traffic in 2016, had a vertical clearance of 565.4 meters between the bridge deck and the river surface.

Over the years, more than 30,000 bridges have been built in the mountainous region of Guizhou, one of China's least developed provinces, three of which are the tallest in the world. About half of the top 100 tallest bridges in the world are located in this Chinese province.

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