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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

Tourists visit the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 2, 2026. China's economy kicked off 2026 with robust momentum, as evidenced by bustling economic activity in the year's first days. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Harbin Ice-Snow World - China

Tourists visit the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, January 2, 2026. China's economy kicked off 2026 with robust momentum, as evidenced by bustling economic activity in the year's first days. Photo by Xinhua/Zhang Tao/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

An orangutan, positioned in a tree adjacent to the Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, utilised a smartphone to document a unique occasion during a media gathering held in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on December 11, 2025. This event, centred on conservation, underscored LPS's commitment that extends beyond ensuring financial stability in the wake of disasters and crises; it also incorporates a deep concern for ecological sustainability. A robust banking framework is anticipated to facilitate both sustainable economic development and environmental restoration, fostering a balance among human activity, natural ecosystems, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

An orangutan, positioned in a tree adjacent to the Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, utilised a smartphone to document a unique occasion during a media gathering held in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia, on December 11, 2025. This event, centred on conservation, underscored LPS's commitment that extends beyond ensuring financial stability in the wake of disasters and crises; it also incorporates a deep concern for ecological sustainability. A robust banking framework is anticipated to facilitate both sustainable economic development and environmental restoration, fostering a balance among human activity, natural ecosystems, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

The Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, captured a rare moment of an orangutan hanging from a tree using his smartphone while accompanying journalists at a media gathering in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia on December 11, 2025. This conservation-themed gathering aimed to demonstrate that LPS's long-term investment is not limited to maintaining financial stability post-disaster and crisis, but also encompasses concern for ecosystem sustainability. Robust banking stability is expected to support sustainable economic and environmental recovery, creating harmony between humans, nature, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Rare Moment of An Orangutan Hanging From A Tree - Sumatra

The Head of the LPS I Medan Representative Office, Muhamad Yusron, captured a rare moment of an orangutan hanging from a tree using his smartphone while accompanying journalists at a media gathering in the Gunung Leuser National Park (TNGL) forest area in Bukit Lawang, Langkat, North Sumatra, Indonesia on December 11, 2025. This conservation-themed gathering aimed to demonstrate that LPS's long-term investment is not limited to maintaining financial stability post-disaster and crisis, but also encompasses concern for ecosystem sustainability. Robust banking stability is expected to support sustainable economic and environmental recovery, creating harmony between humans, nature, and economic growth in Sumatra. Photo by Aditya Sutanta/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - French President Emmanuel Macron attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - French President Emmanuel Macron attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - U.S. President Donald Trump attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - French President Emmanuel Macron, Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and US President Donald Trump ahead of the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - U.S. President Donald Trump (C), French President Emmanuel Macron (L) and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni (R) attend the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy talks with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte ahead of the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer ahead of the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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Trump Meets President Zelenskyy and European Leaders - Washington

Handout Photo - NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte attends the multilateral meeting with European leaders in the East Room of the White House in Washington D.C., United States on August 18, 2025. European leaders meeting in Washington on Monday underlined that robust security guarantees for Ukraine will be essential to achieve a just and lasting peace, while also renewing calls for an urgent ceasefire. Photo by The Presidential Office of Ukraine via ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Xi Jinping Arrives In Hanoi

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son receives an interview with Xinhua in Hanoi, Vietnam, April 11, 2025. TO GO WITH "Interview: Vietnam-China ties achieve robust, significant development, says Vietnam's deputy PM" Photo by Xinhua/Xu Rui/ABACAPRESS.COM

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President Xi Jinping Arrives In Hanoi

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son receives an interview with Xinhua in Hanoi, Vietnam, April 11, 2025. TO GO WITH "Interview: Vietnam-China ties achieve robust, significant development, says Vietnam's deputy PM" Photo by Xinhua/Xu Rui/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China's "Ne Zha 2" anime scores robust hit

Photo taken on Feb. 20, 2025, shows an advertisement for the Chinese animated movie "Ne Zha 2" in Beijing. The adventure movie based on Chinese mythology set a record as the most successful film in a single market, with total box office revenues exceeding 12.5 billion yuan ($1.72 billion) as of Feb. 20.

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China's "Ne Zha 2" anime scores robust hit

Photo taken on Feb. 20, 2025, shows an advertisement for the Chinese animated movie "Ne Zha 2" in Beijing. The adventure movie based on Chinese mythology set a record as the most successful film in a single market, with total box office revenues exceeding 12.5 billion yuan ($1.72 billion) as of Feb. 20.

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240716) -- BEIJING, July 16, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xin

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This combo photo shows aerial views of a homestay before (above, file photo) and after refurbishment (below, taken by Xinhua journalist Liu Xu on June 26, 2024) at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Staff members take photos for tourists at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 11, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo b

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong pulls the curtain of a room at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroundin

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 11, 2024 shows terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Workers have lunch at the construction site of a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Ph

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Fenglan (C) talks with German tourists at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroun

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A college graduate newly recruited by a homestay is out for business at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surroundin

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This combo photo shows homestays and terraced fields in 2013 (above, file photo) and 2024 (below, taken by Xinhua journalist Cao Yiming) at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the de

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong has a business call at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 27, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas.

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin (1st L) serves tea to tourists at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding a

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen and her husband work at the homestay they operate at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas.

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows a panoramic view of homestays and terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related busines

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- An aerial drone photo taken on July 10, 2024 shows homestays at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhu

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Pan Baofen brews tea at the homestay she operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A German tourist orders food at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhua/A

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A villager walks in terraced fields at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRE

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin, a homestay operator, waves goodbye to tourists at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Yu Qiongtong (1st L), a homestay operator, talks with newly-recruited staff members at his homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-r

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Li Bin (1st L) serves tea to tourists at the homestay he operates at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding a

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- German tourists enjoy rural scenery at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 26, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by X

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(EnchantingGuangxi)CHINA-GUANGXI-LONGSHENG-DAZHAI-TOURISM (CN)

(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Newly-recruited college graduates edit a promotion video clip at a homestay at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 10, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in sur

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(240715) -- LONGSHENG, July 15, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Tourists are pictured during a traditional festival at Dazhai Village of Longsheng County, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, July 11, 2024. Beyond the picturesque Longji Rice Terraces lies Dazhai Village, flanked by lush greenery, towering mountains, and a diverse array of homestays. Named among the Best Tourism Villages of 2022 by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its breathtaking agricultural view, this village also takes pride in its robust homestay facilities that have annually brought more than 500,000 yuan (about 68,854 U.S. dollars) to over 60 percent of local households. The flourishing homestay service in the village grew out of household-run catering and recreation services that started to burgeon since the first highway reached the village two decades ago. Homestay service has not only created jobs for locals but also facilitated the development of tourism-related businesses in surrounding areas. Photo by

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(240710) -- BEIJING, July 10, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Wei conducts road testing for an autonomous vehicle at an autonomous driving demonstration area in Yizhuang in Beijing, capital of China, June 19, 2024. Wang Wei joined Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous driving solution provider in 2019 and now works as a safety supervisor of autonomous vehicles. He is responsible for maintaining devices that support driverless operations, and modifying hardware and software of self-driving cars. China's autonomous driving sector is ramping up with a robust expansion of road testing sweeping the country. This new phase sees the technology threading through the vibrant streets of populous metropolises, navigating the challenging topography of mountainous regions and making inroads into sectors such as agriculture and retail. Against this backdrop, the 39-year-old has more expectations for the future. "It feels like my job has more development potentials, and I hope to become a test engineer for autonomous v

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(240709) -- BEIJING, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Wei conducts road testing for an autonomous vehicle at an autonomous driving demonstration area in Yizhuang in Beijing, capital of China, June 19, 2024. Wang Wei joined Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous driving solution provider in 2019 and now works as a safety supervisor of autonomous vehicles. He is responsible for maintaining devices that support driverless operations, and modifying hardware and software of self-driving cars. China's autonomous driving sector is ramping up with a robust expansion of road testing sweeping the country. This new phase sees the technology threading through the vibrant streets of populous metropolises, navigating the challenging topography of mountainous regions and making inroads into sectors such as agriculture and retail. Against this backdrop, the 39-year-old has more expectations for the future. "It feels like my job has more development potentials, and I hope to become a test engineer for autonomous ve

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(240709) -- BEIJING, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Wei checks devices of an autonomous vehicle at the operation center of Pony.ai in Yizhuang in Beijing, capital of China, June 19, 2024. Wang Wei joined Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous driving solution provider in 2019 and now works as a safety supervisor of autonomous vehicles. He is responsible for maintaining devices that support driverless operations, and modifying hardware and software of self-driving cars. China's autonomous driving sector is ramping up with a robust expansion of road testing sweeping the country. This new phase sees the technology threading through the vibrant streets of populous metropolises, navigating the challenging topography of mountainous regions and making inroads into sectors such as agriculture and retail. Against this backdrop, the 39-year-old has more expectations for the future. "It feels like my job has more development potentials, and I hope to become a test engineer for autonomous vehicles in the fut

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(240709) -- BEIJING, July 9, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Wei conducts road testing for an autonomous vehicle at an autonomous driving demonstration area in Yizhuang in Beijing, capital of China, June 19, 2024. Wang Wei joined Pony.ai, a Chinese autonomous driving solution provider in 2019 and now works as a safety supervisor of autonomous vehicles. He is responsible for maintaining devices that support driverless operations, and modifying hardware and software of self-driving cars. China's autonomous driving sector is ramping up with a robust expansion of road testing sweeping the country. This new phase sees the technology threading through the vibrant streets of populous metropolises, navigating the challenging topography of mountainous regions and making inroads into sectors such as agriculture and retail. Against this backdrop, the 39-year-old has more expectations for the future. "It feels like my job has more development potentials, and I hope to become a test engineer for autonomous ve