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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin and Yao Haijun attend the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin and Yao Haijun attend the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Yao Haijun, deputy editor-in-chief of Science Fiction World, attends the science Popularization Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Yao Haijun, deputy editor-in-chief of Science Fiction World, attends the science Popularization Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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Yao Haijun Investigated

SHANGHAI, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 17, 2016 - (FILE) Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attends the Popular Science Products Expo in Shanghai, China, September 17, 2016.

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2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 28, 2024 - Science fiction writer Liu Cixin visits an exhibition at the 2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing, China, April 28, 2024.

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2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 28, 2024 - Science fiction writer Liu Cixin signs for readers at the 2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing, China, April 28, 2024.

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2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 28, 2024 - Science fiction writer Liu Cixin signs for readers at the 2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing, China, April 28, 2024.

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2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 28, 2024 - Three science fiction writers Wang Jinkang and Liu Cixin meet the audience at the 2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing, China, April 28, 2024.

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2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing

BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 28, 2024 - Three science fiction writers Wang Jinkang and Liu Cixin meet the audience at the 2024 China Science Fiction Convention in Beijing, China, April 28, 2024.

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U.S.-TEXAS-AUSTIN-SXSW-INTERACTIVE FESTIVAL

(240309) -- AUSTIN, March 9, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Netflix's TV series "3 Body Problem," directed by Derek Tsang based on Chinese science fiction author Liu Cixin's novel, makes a world premiere on the opening night of the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film and TV Festival in Austin, Texas, the United States, March 8, 2024. SXSW, an annual interactive feast spanning from new technologies and tendencies to film world premieres, individual music and extended reality experiences, descended Friday on Austin, the capital city of the U.S. state of Texas. (Xinhua/Xu Jianmei)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (front R) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A sci-fi lover from Xi'an displays an edition of Chinese science fiction "The Three-Body Trilogy" autographed by Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (1st R, front) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Sci-fi lovers wait for the autographing session of Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-LIU CIXIN-AUTOGRAPHING SESSION (CN)

(231020) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 20, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin (6th R) autographs for sci-fi lovers during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 20, 2023. An autographing session was held during the ongoing Chengdu WorldCon on Friday, with author of Chinese sci-fi best sellers "The Three-Body Trilogy" and Hugo Award winner Liu Cixin attending the event. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a 1952 Oldsmobile "Rocket 88" ornament on display at the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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Sci-fi fans from around the world gather at Chengdu WorldCon

STORY: Sci-fi fans from around the world gather at Chengdu WorldCon DATELINE: Oct. 19, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:56 LOCATION: CHENGDU, China CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Chengdu WorldCon 2. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): LIU CIXIN, Sci-fi writer 3. various of the Chengdu WorldCon STORYLINE: The 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) opened on Wednesday in Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan Province. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention, which is one of the most anticipated, longest-running and largest sci-fi events in the world. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their know

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors browse science fiction books during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People buy sci-fi themed merchandise during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors watch a multimedia artwork during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a giant statue at the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors play VR games during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Tang Wenhao)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A visitor tries a space helmet originating from "The Wandering Earth", a Chinese sci-fi blockbuster, during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A young visitor enjoys views of space via a VR equipment during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People view a multimedia artwork during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Visitors watch a robot play drum set during the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A performer interacts with a robot dog at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows an art installation at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows an interior view of Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Actors perform a sci-fi show during the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- People visit the Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 18, 2023 shows a scene of the opening ceremony of the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Xu Bingjie)

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CHINA-SICHUAN-CHENGDU-WORLDCON-OPENING (CN)

(231019) -- CHENGDU, Oct. 19, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Sci-fi fans pose for photos at Chengdu Science Fiction Museum, the main venue for the 81st World Science Fiction Convention (WorldCon) in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Oct. 18, 2023. The 81st WorldCon opened here on Wednesday. Chengdu is the second city in Asia and the first in China to host the convention. Themed "Meet the Future," Chengdu WorldCon will highlight the symbiotic relationship between science fiction and the city, presenting over 200 activities, panels and salons, the Hugo Awards, and themed exhibitions occupying an area of 5,000 square meters. Famous sci-fi writers from around the world, including Hugo Award winners Liu Cixin and Robert J. Sawyer, are attending the five-day event, sharing their knowledge of new technology and their visions of a new world. (Xinhua/Shen Bohan)