Chinese premier meets U.S. Senator Steve Daines

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has met with U.S. Senator Steve Daines and some American business people.

They have attended this year's China Development Forum in Beijing.

Premier Li says China welcomes enterprises from all countries including the U.S. to come to China and share its development opportunities.

The U.S. side says its enterprises will continue to invest in China and help promote sustained bilateral ties.

Premier Li Qiang pledges expanded market access for foreign investors

Chinese Premier Li Qiang has reiterated the country's commitment to openness and global collaboration, saying China will further expand market access for foreign investors.

Speaking at this year's China Development Forum in Beijing, the premier pledged to introduce more measures to help foreign-funded enterprises integrate into the Chinese market.

He also urged international businesses to resist protectionism.

"Decoupling and breaking the chain will only aggravate the crisis. And suppression and containment will ultimately harm everyone. If the world returns to the law of the jungle, it will be a step backward in history and a tragedy for humanity. As a major responsible country, China will firmly stand on the right side of history and the side of fairness and justice. We should stick to the right direction of economic globalization and practice genuine multilateralism, and strive to contribute certainty and stability to global peace and development."

Over 80 top executives from leading foreign multinationals are attending the forum on Sunday and Monday.

Mercedes-Benz Chairman Ola Kallenius remains optimistic about the Chinese economy.

"Messages that we got is China is open for business, China is set for growth, China is focusing on innovation in all verticals, but also in the green economy. And we now have a 360-degree strategy for China. In the next years, we're investing no less than 14 billion RMB into innovation, new technology, and a whole host of new cars."

The two-day gathering features 12 symposiums and several sessions, covering topics such as healthcare, consumption, AI and sustainable supply chains.

Launched in 2000, the China Development Forum offers a chance for foreign business leaders and Chinese officials to discuss the Chinese economy following the country's major political event, the Two Sessions.

China to launch three Fengyun satellites to enhance global early warning systems

China plans to launch three meteorological satellites over the next two years to enhance global early warning systems.

According to a report in Sunday's China Daily, which marks this year's World Meteorological Day, the three Fengyun satellites are in the final phase of testing.

The China Meteorological Administration says the deployment of the satellites will benefit billions in tackling climate change and supporting the United Nations' Early Warnings for All initiative.

China's Fengyun satellites are part of the World Meteorological Organization's Global Observing System, sharing data with countries worldwide.

Since the program began in the late 1980s, China has launched 21 Fengyun satellites.

Death toll from Israeli strikes in Gaza since October 2023 surpasses 50-thousand: health authorities

Gaza-based health authorities say the number of Palestinians killed by ongoing Israeli attacks on the strip over the past 17 months has surpassed 50-thousand.

It also says that more than 110-thousand others have been injured since fighting between Israel and Hamas erupted in October 2023.

Piastri wins F1 Chinese Grand Prix

Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri has taken victory in the Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai, the second round of the 2025 F1 season.

His McLaren teammate Lando Norris finished second.

Mercedes driver George Russel finished third.

Zheng reaches Miami Open last 16

Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen has progressed to the round of 16 of the Miami Open.

The Paris Olympic champion beat Taylor Townsend 6-1 7-6.

She will next play Ashlyn Krueger.

Zheng is aiming for her sixth career title in the WTA 1000 hardcourt event.

China claims bronze in World Women's Curling Championship, securing Olympics spot

China has claimed bronze at the World Women's Curling Championship in Seoul, securing a berth for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

It beat host South Korea 9-4 during the third-place clash on Sunday.

The victory also marked China's return to the World Women's Curling Championship podium after 14 years.