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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

A staff member works at the workshop of an equipment manufacturing company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, December 28, 2025. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

A staff member tests a detecting instrument at a ceramic machinery company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, December 28, 2025. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

Staff members work at the workshop of an auto parts company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, December 28, 2025. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

A staff member adjusts a mould at a ceramic machinery company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, December 28, 2025. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

This photo taken on December 28, 2025 shows an intelligent welding device working at an auto parts company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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New Quality Productive Forces Development - China

A staff member works at the workshop of an equipment manufacturing company in Fengnan District of Tangshan, north China's Hebei Province, December 28, 2025. In recent years, Fengnan District of Tangshan has actively pursuing opportunities to develop new quality productive forces, boosting high-quality development. Photo by Yang Shiyao/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows musical instruments on display at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A worker works at a workshop in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows musical instruments on display at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows musical instruments on display at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A worker works at a workshop in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows semi-finished musical instruments at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows musical instruments on display at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

Students perform at Queshan Violin Industrial Park in Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

Clients check the quality of musical instruments at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A worker works at a workshop in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A tourist visits the exhibition hall of an enterprise at Queshan Violin Industrial Park in Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A worker works at a workshop in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

Students perform at Queshan Violin Industrial Park in Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

A worker works at a workshop in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province, July 24, 2025. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Violin Family Manufacturing - China

This photo taken on July 24, 2025 shows musical instruments on display at an enterprise in Queshan Violin Industrial Park, Queshan County of Zhumadian City, central China's Henan Province. In recent years, Queshan County has developed a complete industrial chain of the violin family manufacturing from raw material processing to instrument and accessories production. Local production accounts for more than 40 percent of the country's total output and the products are exported to European and American markets. During the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, Zhugou Township in Queshan County was once a key anti-Japanese base, and now the county is pursuing its development in modern manufacturing. Photo by Xinhua/Zhu Weixi/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: Police Vehicles Pursue Hijacked Bus In Los Angeles

A bus was reportedly hijacked in Los Angeles early on Wednesday, September 25, with hostages on board. This video shows a convoy of police vehicles pursuing the allegedly hijacked bus.

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu searches information in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, July 19, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to Ethiopia and teach the ski

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu (R) operates an industrial robot under the guidance of a teacher in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, June 27, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education e

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu poses for a photo at a training base of Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, July 19, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to Ethiopia a

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu practices calligraphy at his dormitory of Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, June 27, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to Ethiopia

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu walks to classroom in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, June 27, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to Ethiopia and teach the skill

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu (R) discusses with a classmate in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, June 27, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to Ethiopia and tea

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu (L) discusses with doctoral supervisor Mi Jing in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, June 27, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education experience back to

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu (R) tests the coding system of an industrial robot under the guidance of teacher Zhong Ping in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, July 19, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring Chi

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"Laowai" in China | An Ethiopian student's vocational education journey in north China's Tianjin

(240726) -- TIANJIN, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tola Tsegaye Alemu (L) adjusts an instrument under the guidance of teacher Zhong Ping in Tianjin University of Technology and Education in north China's Tianjin, July 19, 2024. Tola Tsegaye Alemu, a 34-year-old Ethiopian, is currently pursuing his doctoral degree at Tianjin University of Technology and Education in China. He began studying in China in 2019 for his master's degree, and chose to stay on for his doctorate upon graduating in 2022. Tola Tsegaye Alemu's connection with China can be traced back to the time when he met a Luban Workshop teacher from China in Ethiopia. Feeling the impact of vocational education on African youth, he decided to come to China to further his education. "Luban Workshop is a great opportunity for African young people to learn skills. It not only provides training courses but also unique teaching methods," said Tola Tsegaye Alemu. After obtaining his doctorate, he hopes to bring China's vocational education

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. checks on rabbits at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's father, Patrick Jan C

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. (L) talks to his father at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's father, Patrick

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. tends a newborn rabbit at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's father, Patrick

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This undated file photo shows Patrick Jan Cillen, Kevin Cillen Michael E.'s father, checking on a goat at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her h

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. (R) and his father are seen at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's father, Pat

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. (L) and his father feed poultry at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's father,

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. fetches water from a rainwater collector at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin'

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Kevin Cillen Michael E. (R) and his father walk in a forest near his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon after, Kevin's f

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"Laowai" in China | Belgian youth leads idyllic life in SW China

(240714) -- GUIYANG, July 14, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Patrick Jan Cillen, Kevin Cillen Michael E.'s father, feeds water to poultry at his farm in Xiasi Village, Dushan County, southwest China's Guizhou Province, June 13, 2024. Nestled in the heart of the mountains in Xiasi Village lies a unique ecological family farm. It is run by Kevin Cillen Michael E., a 28-year-old Belgian who has a passion for the land. Together with his parents and siblings, they have combined Western farming techniques with local countryside practices to cultivate an "ecological oasis" in the remote area. Surrounded by verdant hills and the melodious songs of birds, the family has dedicated themselves to the land, tirelessly pursuing their farming dream in China. Their journey began in 2000 when Kevin's mother, Hetty Cillen Bottheft, visited China as a volunteer for the first time. The enchanting landscapes and rich cultural tapestry of Guizhou captivated her, compelling her to make this foreign country her home. Soon a

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CHINA-FUJIAN-KULIANG-U.S.-YOUTH FESTIVAL-GALA (CN)

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STORY: Dancer from China's Taiwan pursues dream in mainland city SHOOTING TIME: June 16, 2024 DATELINE: June 18, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:05 LOCATION: XIAMEN, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of dancer from China's Taiwan 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIN CHUN-HSUAN, Dancer from China's Taiwan STORYLINE: Born in China's Taiwan in 2000, Lin Chun-hsuan is now a classical Chinese dance teacher in Xiamen, Fujian Province. With 15 years of experience in classical Chinese dance, she is pursuing her dream in the Chinese mainland. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIN CHUN-HSUAN, Dancer from China's Taiwan "The most attractive part of classical Chinese dance is that it has a unique posture and charm, and it integrates the artistic essence of Chinese culture. The costumes worn in Chinese dance not only add beauty but also aid in expressing the emotions and narratives within the performance. With graceful and fluid movements, each step aims for perfection in beauty. That's why I find Chinese dance incredibly charming. Chinese

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Envoys visit an industrial base in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 6, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Envoys pose for a group photo at the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 7, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Performers perform at an event promoting the Hexi Corridor in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 6, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Envoys visit the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 7, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Envoys visit the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 7, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)

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(240607) -- DUNHUANG, June 7, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Envoys take a selfie at the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province, June 7, 2024. Envoys from various countries lauded China's efforts on developing clean energy technologies and pursuing green development during their visit to northwest China's Gansu Province. A delegation of ambassadors and senior diplomats from more than 20 countries, including Madagascar, Jordan, Nepal and Slovakia, started their visit on Wednesday in Lanzhou, the provincial capital, and traveled on Thursday to Dunhuang, a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Chen Bin)