Paris 2024 - Olympic Flame Being Lit

Paris 2024 - Olympic Flame Being Lit

A general view of the Paris Skyline, as the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Arc de Triomphe and Olympic Cauldron can be seen, after being lit by Torch bearers French Athlete Marie-Jose Perec and French Judo Practitioner Teddy Riner Photo by not pictured/ABACAPRESS.COM during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. Photo by Richard Heathcote/Pool via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(240726) -- PARIS, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A detailed view of the Olympic Cauldron before being lit by Torch bearers French Athlete Marie-Jose Perec and French Judo Practitioner Teddy Riner (not pictured), as the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel can be seen, during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images/Pool via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(240726) -- PARIS, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A general view of the Paris Skyline, as the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Arc de Triomphe and Olympic Cauldron can be seen, after being lit by Torch bearers French Athlete Marie-Jose Perec and French Judo Practitioner Teddy Riner (not pictured) during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images/Pool via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(PARIS2024) FRANCE-PARIS-OLY-OPENING CEREMONY

(240726) -- PARIS, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A general view of the Paris Skyline, as the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Arc de Triomphe and Olympic Cauldron can be seen, after being lit by Torch bearers French Athlete Marie-Jose Perec and French Judo Practitioner Teddy Riner (not pictured) during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. (Richard Heathcote/Getty Images/Pool via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

French judo practitioner Emilie Andeol poses for a photocall prior to the France Television "Paris 2024" press conference in Paris on June 11, 2024. Photo by Firas Abdullah/ABACAPRESS.COM

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

French judo practitioner Emilie Andeol poses for a photocall prior to the France Television "Paris 2024" press conference in Paris on June 11, 2024. Photo by Firas Abdullah/ABACAPRESS.COM

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

Photocall prior to the Paris 2024 press conference in Paris FA

French judo practitioner Emilie Andeol poses for a photocall prior to the France Television "Paris 2024" press conference in Paris on June 11, 2024. Photo by Firas Abdullah/ABACAPRESS.COM

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners hold medical camp in Kenya

STORY: Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners hold medical camp in Kenya SHOOTING TIME: April 25, 2024 DATELINE: April 26, 2024 LENGTH: 0:01:52 LOCATION: Nairobi CATEGORY: HEALTH/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the medical camp 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JUDY WANJIRU, Construction industry practitioner 3. various of the medical camp 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): XU HOUPING, Vice president of the Affiliated Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Southwest Medical University 5. various of training at the medical camp STORYLINE: Kenya on Thursday hosted prominent traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practitioners from southwest China's Sichuan Province, who offered a range of medical services to Chinese nationals living in the East African country. The six Chinese doctors specialize in diverse fields, including dermatology, orthopedics, endocrinology, cervical spondylopathy, and age-related ailments. Hosted by the Kenya Sichuan-Chongqing General Chamber of Commerce and the China General Chamber of Commerce

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Portrait of Ciryl Gane, nicknamed "Bon Gamin", French martial arts practitioner during a visit at the Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium in Vaires-sur-Marne as part of Olympic and Paralympic Week on April 3, 2024. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Portrait of Ciryl Gane, nicknamed "Bon Gamin", French martial arts practitioner during a visit at the Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium in Vaires-sur-Marne as part of Olympic and Paralympic Week on April 3, 2024. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Portrait of Ciryl Gane, nicknamed "Bon Gamin", French martial arts practitioner during a visit at the Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium in Vaires-sur-Marne as part of Olympic and Paralympic Week on April 3, 2024. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Portrait of Ciryl Gane, nicknamed "Bon Gamin", French martial arts practitioner during a visit at the Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium in Vaires-sur-Marne as part of Olympic and Paralympic Week on April 3, 2024. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium - Vaires-sur-Marne

Portrait of Ciryl Gane, nicknamed "Bon Gamin", French martial arts practitioner during a visit at the Ile-de-France Olympic Water Sports Stadium in Vaires-sur-Marne as part of Olympic and Paralympic Week on April 3, 2024. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Patients receive leech therapy from a practitioner, thousands of patients suffering from various skin ailments gather at Hazratbal, the outskirts of Srinagar, in Srinagar, India on March 21, 2023 to receive the leech treatment. In this centuries-old alternative treatment, practitioners use leeches to suck impure blood from the affected patient. Photo by Firdous Nazir/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

A child receives leech therapy from a practitioner, thousands of patients suffering from various skin ailments gather at Hazratbal, the outskirts of Srinagar, in Srinagar, India on March 21, 2023 to receive the leech treatment. In this centuries-old alternative treatment, practitioners use leeches to suck impure blood from the affected patient. Photo by Firdous Nazir/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Patients receive leech therapy from a practitioner, thousands of patients suffering from various skin ailments gather at Hazratbal, the outskirts of Srinagar, in Srinagar, India on March 21, 2023 to receive the leech treatment. In this centuries-old alternative treatment, practitioners use leeches to suck impure blood from the affected patient. Photo by Firdous Nazir/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Patients receive leech therapy from a practitioner, thousands of patients suffering from various skin ailments gather at Hazratbal, the outskirts of Srinagar, in Srinagar, India on March 21, 2023 to receive the leech treatment. In this centuries-old alternative treatment, practitioners use leeches to suck impure blood from the affected patient. Photo by Firdous Nazir/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

Leech Therapy Treatments - India

An elderly man receives leech therapy from a practitioner, thousands of patients suffering from various skin ailments gather at Hazratbal, the outskirts of Srinagar, in Srinagar, India on March 21, 2023 to receive the leech treatment. In this centuries-old alternative treatment, practitioners use leeches to suck impure blood from the affected patient. Photo by Firdous Nazir/Eyepix Group/ABACAPRESS.COM

Lantern Festival Market held in Cape Town to celebrate Year of Dragon

STORY: Lantern Festival Market held in Cape Town to celebrate Year of Dragon SHOOTING TIME: Feb. 24, 2024 DATELINE: Feb. 25, 2024 LENGTH: 00:03:16 LOCATION: Cape Town CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of the Lantern Festival Market in Cape Town 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): YASSICK, Tai Chi practitioner 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): ZENOBIA, Tai Chi practitioner 4. various of martial arts movements 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): PHILLIP KALUMBU, Martial arts performer 6. various of the Lantern Festival Market in Cape Town 7. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): VAGHN, Visitor 8. SOUNDBITE 5 (English): VAGHN's PARTNER, Visitor 9. SOUNDBITE 6 (English): VAGHN, Visitor 10. various of cultural performance STORYLINE: The annual Lantern Festival Market was held on Saturday in Cape Town, the legislative capital of South Africa, for a stunning showcase of Chinese culture to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. The event featured various cultural activities, including Chinese culture and food booths as well as captivating performances suc

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner performs at the second edition of the Kenya Kungfu Championship in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner performs at the second edition of the Kenya Kungfu Championship in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner practices in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner practices in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Li Yahui)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner performs at the second edition of the Kenya Kungfu Championship in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner practices in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(SP)KENYA-KIAMBU-KUNGFU TOURNAMENT

(230507) -- KIAMBU, May 7, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A Kungfu practitioner performs at the second edition of the Kenya Kungfu Championship in Kiambu County near Nairobi, Kenya, May 6, 2023. TO GO WITH "Kenya hosts Kungfu tournament amid growing popularity of sport" (Xinhua/Wang Guansen)

CHINA-HAINAN-LI BROCADE-ITALY (CN)

CHINA-HAINAN-LI BROCADE-ITALY (CN)

(230502) -- BEIJING, May 2, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Liu Xianglan, a national-level practitioner of the spinning, dyeing and embroidery traditions of the Li people, displays Li brocade weaving techniques during Milan Design Week in Milan, Italy, on April 17, 2023. TO GO WITH "Across China: Ancient Hainanese brocade shines in Italy" (Xinhua)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buchung Tsering inspects the production of Tibetan medicine in Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 20, 2023. Buchung Tsering has been engaged in the field of Tibetan medicine for about 20 years. He is the manager of the production department of Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. Tibetan medicine, known as "Sowa Rigpa" in Tibetan, dates back 2,500 years. It has absorbed the influences of traditional Chinese, Indian and Arab medicine and is mainly practiced in Tibet and the Himalayan region. Since 2008, Buchung Tsering has been committed to making use of modern science and technology to boost the production of Tibetan medicine. He launched a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in the company, and invited well-known experts to identify and fix the weak links in medicine production. Buchung Tsering has also compiled some instruction manuals of Tibetan medicine. In 2021, he was awarded the t

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buchung Tsering gives a lesson to his students in a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 20, 2023. Buchung Tsering has been engaged in the field of Tibetan medicine for about 20 years. He is the manager of the production department of Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. Tibetan medicine, known as "Sowa Rigpa" in Tibetan, dates back 2,500 years. It has absorbed the influences of traditional Chinese, Indian and Arab medicine and is mainly practiced in Tibet and the Himalayan region. Since 2008, Buchung Tsering has been committed to making use of modern science and technology to boost the production of Tibetan medicine. He launched a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in the company, and invited well-known experts to identify and fix the weak links in medicine production. Buchung Tsering has also compiled some instruction manuals of Tibetan medicine.

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buchung Tsering inspects the production of Tibetan medicine in Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 20, 2023. Buchung Tsering has been engaged in the field of Tibetan medicine for about 20 years. He is the manager of the production department of Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. Tibetan medicine, known as "Sowa Rigpa" in Tibetan, dates back 2,500 years. It has absorbed the influences of traditional Chinese, Indian and Arab medicine and is mainly practiced in Tibet and the Himalayan region. Since 2008, Buchung Tsering has been committed to making use of modern science and technology to boost the production of Tibetan medicine. He launched a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in the company, and invited well-known experts to identify and fix the weak links in medicine production. Buchung Tsering has also compiled some instruction manuals of Tibetan medicine. In 2021, he was awarded the t

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buchung Tsering gives a lesson to his students in a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 20, 2023. Buchung Tsering has been engaged in the field of Tibetan medicine for about 20 years. He is the manager of the production department of Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. Tibetan medicine, known as "Sowa Rigpa" in Tibetan, dates back 2,500 years. It has absorbed the influences of traditional Chinese, Indian and Arab medicine and is mainly practiced in Tibet and the Himalayan region. Since 2008, Buchung Tsering has been committed to making use of modern science and technology to boost the production of Tibetan medicine. He launched a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in the company, and invited well-known experts to identify and fix the weak links in medicine production. Buchung Tsering has also compiled some instruction manuals of Tibetan medicine.

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(InTibet)CHINA-TIBET-TIBETAN MEDICINE-PRACTITIONER (CN)

(230430) -- LHASA, April 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Buchung Tsering and his students learn about the policies related to developing Tibetan medicine in Lhasa, southwest China's Tibet Autonomous Region, April 20, 2023. Buchung Tsering has been engaged in the field of Tibetan medicine for about 20 years. He is the manager of the production department of Tibet Ganlu Tibetan Medicine Co., Ltd. Tibetan medicine, known as "Sowa Rigpa" in Tibetan, dates back 2,500 years. It has absorbed the influences of traditional Chinese, Indian and Arab medicine and is mainly practiced in Tibet and the Himalayan region. Since 2008, Buchung Tsering has been committed to making use of modern science and technology to boost the production of Tibetan medicine. He launched a specimen gallery for Tibetan medicine in the company, and invited well-known experts to identify and fix the weak links in medicine production. Buchung Tsering has also compiled some instruction manuals of Tibetan medicine. In 2021, he was awarded the title

Nauru tourism practitioner hopes for more Chinese tourists

STORY: Nauru tourism practitioner hopes for more Chinese tourists SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 18, 19, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 19, 2024 LENGTH: 00:04:50 LOCATION: Yaren CATEGORY: CULTURE/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Nauru (shooting time: Jan. 18, 2024) 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHARMAINE SCOTTY, Nauru's Minister for Health, Internal Affairs (shooting time: Jan. 19, 2024) 3. various of a store in Nauru (shooting time: Jan. 18, 2024) 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): BERLYN, Personal assistant to general manager of Menen Hotel Nauru (shooting time: Jan. 19, 2024) STORYLINE: Nauru, an island country in the Central Pacific. It has a land area of 21.1 square km, and a population of about 13,000. The country attracts tourists with its beautiful tropical scenery and unique customs. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): CHARMAINE SCOTTY, Nauru's Minister for Health, Internal Affairs "Tourism is very new in Nauru, we're hoping to promote it." Nauru has announced that it recognizes the one-China principle and had severed "diplomatic relations"

Nauru severs "diplomatic ties" with Taiwan, residents expect new opportunities

STORY: Nauru severs "diplomatic ties" with Taiwan, residents expect new opportunities SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:02:13 LOCATION: Yaren CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP 1 (English): CHEN GUOLONG, Xinhua reporter in Nauru 2. various of Nauru 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JOSHUA SCOTTY, Local legal practitioner 4. various of Nauru 5. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): ZHU WEI, Staff member of China Harbour Engineering Co. Ltd. STORYLINE: STANDUP 1 (English): CHEN GUOLONG, Xinhua reporter in Nauru "The Republic of Nauru has announced that it recognizes the one-China principle, and severed the so-called "diplomatic relations" with Taiwan. A Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson has welcomed those decisions. What do residents in Nauru think of the decision?" SOUNDBITE 1 (English): JOSHUA SCOTTY, Local legal practitioner "I do recognize the one-China principle and I agree with the government. It severed relations with Taiwan. It's good. I have a very big, high expectation with the Ch

Xinhua correspondent in Nauru for on-site coverage

STORY: Xinhua correspondent in Nauru for on-site coverage SHOOTING TIME: Jan. 17, 2024 DATELINE: Jan. 17, 2024 LENGTH: 00:00:58 LOCATION: Yaren CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. STANDUP (English): WANG SHEN, Xinhua correspondent 2. SOUNDBITE (English): JOSHUA SCOTTY, Local legal practitioner STORYLINE: STANDUP (English): WANG SHEN, Xinhua correspondent "I'm Xinhua correspondent Wang Shen. I'm now reporting from Nauru. Nauru's government issued a statement on Monday, announcing that it recognizes the one-China principle, severed the so-called 'diplomatic relations' with the Taiwan authorities, and is willing to resume diplomatic relations with China." SOUNDBITE (English): JOSHUA SCOTTY, Local legal practitioner "I do recognize the one-China principle and I agree with the government. It severed relations with Taiwan. It's good. I've seen a lot of positive feedback from other countries, neighboring countries where diplomatic ties have been resumed with China and Pacific small countries. I have a very big, high

VIPs At NBA Paris Game 2024 - Paris

VIPs At NBA Paris Game 2024 - Paris

Ciryl Gane, French martial arts practitioner during the NBA Paris Game 2024 presented by Revolut featuring the Brooklyn Nets and the Cleveland Cavaliers playing the league's third regular-season game in Paris on January 11, 2023. Photo by Tomas Stevens/ABACAPRESS.COM

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan (front, 1st L) bids for fresh flowers at Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan (1st R) selects flowers at Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry,

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan works at a project site in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is the one committe

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan works at her workshop in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is the one committed

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan introduces her floral work on a livestream in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- This aerial photo taken on Dec. 26, 2023 shows a view of the Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the ind

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Dealers bid for fresh flowers at Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan works at her workshop in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is the one committed

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan creates a floral work in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is the one committed

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan works at a project site in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is the one committe

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan appreciates floral works at Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan selects flowers at Dounan Flower Market in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she is

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-FLOWER MARKET-FLORIST (CN)

(231231) -- KUNMING, Dec. 31, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Yang Qiaoyan (L) introduces floral works at her workshop in Kunming City, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Dec. 26, 2023. About 30 years ago, the Dounan Flower Market was just a street with roadside stalls selling flowers, but today it has become Asia's largest fresh-cut flower trading market. During this winter at the market, vibrant flowers in various colors are auctioned and sold in an organized manner, attracting both tourists and flower merchants seeking purchases. Among the many florists here is Yang Qiaoyan, who has dedicated nearly a decade to the floral industry. Her work includes providing advice and solutions for customers, selecting high-quality flowers, and collaborating with team members to create floral works. "The work of a florist is not easy. For example, it is easy to get hands hurt while processing flower materials. But once completed a floral art work, it feels very fulfilling," Yang explains her work. As a practitioner in the industry, she

SWITZERLAND-SCHAFFHAUSEN-TCM-POPULARITY

SWITZERLAND-SCHAFFHAUSEN-TCM-POPULARITY

(231230) -- SCHAFFHAUSEN, Dec. 30, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Practitioner Jia Kejie (L) communicates with her patient Miroslava at the TCM-City clinic in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, Dec. 11, 2023. TO GO WITH "Feature: Traditional Chinese medicine catching on in Switzerland" (Xinhua/Wang Qibing)