Scholars Gather in Sichuan to Unveil Latest Findings on Sanxingdui After 40 Years
On the 40th anniversary of the discovery of the Sanxingdui sacrificial pits, over 100 scholars from around the world gathered in Guanghan, China, for a two-day academic conference. The event highlighted the latest multidisciplinary research on Sanxingdui, focusing on comprehensive archaeology and specialized studies of ancient ivory. Key topics included the layout of the ancient city, ritual practices, bronze craftsmanship, interregional cultural exchanges, and innovative conservation techniques for waterlogged ivory. Leading experts delivered keynote speeches, and parallel forums presented new findings on archaeological discoveries and ivory preservation, reinforcing Sanxingdui's role in understanding early Chinese and global Bronze Age civilizations.
2026-07-24 11:50:42Made in Sichuan: Smart Glasses Spotlight China's AI Ambitions at APEC Digital Week
At the APEC Digital Week event in Chengdu, a journalist used smart glasses developed by INMO, a Chengdu-based Sichuan company valued at 2 billion RMB, to conduct interviews with real-time translation, first-person video recording, and AI-powered teleprompting. Highlighting Sichuan's growing role in China's digital economy, the province hosts over 1,900 AI companies generating more than 190 billion RMB in revenue last year. With a complete local industrial chain spanning optics, algorithms, and applications, Sichuan is emerging as a hub for intelligent manufacturing, showcasing innovations like INMO's consumer smart glasses alongside industrial AI from firms like Changhong and Dongfang Electric.
2026-07-24 11:48:48China Launches Tianlian II-06 Satellite from Sichuan's Xichang Center
China successfully launched the Tianlian II-06 satellite on July 23 at 20:00 Beijing time from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center using a Long March 3B carrier rocket. The satellite entered its intended orbit, marking the 658th flight of the Long March rocket series. It will provide data relay and tracking services for crewed spacecraft, space stations, and medium- and low-Earth orbit satellites, as well as support for launch missions.
2026-07-24 11:48:08APEC Digital and AI Ministers Meet in Sichuan: Openness, Inclusion, Security Top Agenda
The 2026 APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting was held in Chengdu, focusing on 'harnessing digital and AI technologies for the Asia-Pacific community.' Three key themes emerged: open cooperation, inclusive sharing, and security. Participants emphasized multilateral collaboration to advance AI development, enhance digital infrastructure like 5G and data centers, and promote AI integration across industries. They also stressed making AI accessible and beneficial to society, with initiatives like Chengdu's 'AI+' action creating 20 benchmark application scenarios. Lastly, officials highlighted the need for a secure, resilient digital environment to address emerging risks in cybersecurity and AI governance.
2026-07-24 11:29:37Sichuan Health Delegation Secures Medical Cooperation Deals with Hong Kong and Macao
From July 14 to 17, Deng Zhengquan, Director of the Sichuan Provincial Health Commission, led a delegation on an official visit to Macao and Hong Kong, resulting in multiple cooperation agreements in medical education, research, talent development, and cancer prevention.
2026-07-22 16:27:14Eighth Cross-Strait Yu the Great Cultural Exchange Opens in Beichuan, Sichuan
The 8th Cross-Strait Dayu Cultural Exchange Event opened on July 19 in Beichuan, Sichuan, themed 'Tracing Roots to Dayu's Hometown and Inheriting Chinese Civilization'. Over 300 participants from both sides of the Taiwan Strait, including scholars, Dayu descendants, students, and representatives from Dayu-related sites, gathered for ceremonies honoring Dayu. The event features academic forums, youth cultural study tours, heritage experiences like Qiang embroidery, and visits to cultural sites. Beichuan has strengthened Dayu cultural preservation through digital archiving, a 'Young Yu' IP, and collaboration with other Dayu-related regions, attracting over 500,000 annual visitors.
2026-07-22 14:35:18China Unveils first AI Operation Model for Large-scale Clean Energy Base
China unveiled its first large-scale smart operation model for gigawatt-class integrated hydropower-wind-solar clean energy bases in Sichuan Province. Developed by Yalong River Hydropower Development Ltd., the model uses AI and domestic computing infrastructure to enhance resource forecasting, power dispatching, and operational efficiency.
2026-07-22 11:34:47Jiuzhaigou, Sichuan, Debunks 'Dyed Water' Rumor: Science Explains Its Blue-Green Lakes
Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area has debunked online rumors claiming its lakes are artificially dyed, stating the distinctive blue-green color results from natural physical, chemical, and biological factors. The water’s clarity allows short-wavelength blue light to scatter, while calcium carbonate particles enhance blue-green hues, and aquatic organisms add color depth. Authorities urge the public not to spread false information about this UNESCO World Heritage site.
2026-07-22 11:04:37Ganzi Launches 'Gu-Dan Road' Slow-Travel Route in Sichuan to Boost Rural Tourism
Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture has launched the 'Gudan(Guzan–Danba) Road' rural self-drive route, an upgraded version of the traditional western Sichuan loop, emphasizing slow, immersive travel. The initiative includes a creator scouting program that selected eight travel influencers and invited local tourism professionals to explore the route's cultural and natural highlights, such as Mugecuo Scenic Area, Ruoji and Selong villages, Suopo ancient watchtowers, and Jiaju and Zhonglu Tibetan settlements. The route features themed homestays blending modern design with Tibetan aesthetics and offers integrated experiences like fruit picking, folk customs, and local cuisine. Leveraging the popularity of National Highway 318 and Danba's Jikayi Village—named a UNWTO 'Best Tourism Village'—Ganzi aims to refine the route further based on scouting feedback.
2026-07-22 11:04:28The 2026 Chengdu–Europe Culture Season Film Week Ends; Art Exhibitions Continue in Sichuan
The 2026 Chengdu–Europe Culture Season Film Week concluded after a 10-day run in Chengdu, featuring 10 diverse European films from eight countries. Co-organized by Chengdu's Foreign Affairs Office and multiple European consulates, the event drew over 1,500 in-person attendees and nearly 70,000 online views. Diplomats from Germany, France, and Turkey attended screenings and praised the initiative, expressing interest in deepening cultural and youth exchanges. The broader Cultural Season, now in its tenth year, has hosted 13 free public events since April, attracting over 300,000 participants. Three art exhibitions will remain open to the public free of charge until the end of July.
2026-07-22 11:04:06Sichuan-Made Animated Film 'The Eight Immortals!' Crosses $28M at Box Office, Sets Overseas Release
The Sichuan-produced animated film 'Eight Immortals!' has grossed over RMB 219 million as of July 19 and announced its international release schedule for regions including Australia, New Zealand, and Europe. Praised for its humorous yet emotional storytelling, it holds high audience ratings—9.7 on Maoyan, 9.6 on Tao Piao Piao, and 8.3 on Douban—making it the highest-rated new summer release this year. Created by a Chengdu-based studio with full local voice acting and production rooted in Chengdu, the film integrates Sichuan’s cultural elements, landscapes, and folklore into the classic Eight Immortals legend.
2026-07-21 10:51:40Sichuan Fuses Intangible Heritage and World Cup Fever in Immersive Final Night Event
On July 19, the FIFA World Cup Final Celebration Night event concluded at the Sichuan Press Museum. Organized by Sichuan Chuanbao Shangxing Culture Development Co., Ltd. and the museum, the event blended football viewing, intangible cultural heritage performances—including Sichuan opera, tea art, and folk music—and local cuisine. A highlight was the debut of a new-style Sichuan opera, 'Talking Football Through Opera,' integrating match dynamics into traditional performance. Hisense RGB-Mini LED TVs, official World Cup sponsor displays used for VAR technology, were featured. The event also showcased cross-sector collaboration among dozens of brands across hospitality, fitness, food, and retail, creating an immersive night-time cultural and consumption experience.
2026-07-21 10:51:11Sichuan's Bipeng Gou Sees Inbound Tourists Double as Southeast Asian Delegations Visit
Bipeng Valley in Sichuan's Aba Prefecture hosted a Southeast Asian cultural tourism delegation from Malaysia and Thailand from July 1–6, leading to preliminary cooperation agreements for new tour routes. The scenic area, known for its alpine lakes, forests, snow-capped mountains, and meadows, attracted 70,584 international visitors in the first half of 2026—a 101.08% year-on-year increase. Officials plan upgrades in routes, facilities, products, and services tailored to Southeast Asian tourists, including seasonal specialty itineraries, 3–5 day short-haul packages, multilingual signage in Thai and Malay, and audio guide services.
2026-07-21 10:50:53Sichuan's Yajiang Launches 'Trunk Coffee Festival' on G318 Highway
In July, Yajiang County in Sichuan's Ganzi Prefecture hosted its first 'Trunk Coffee Festival' along National Highway 318, featuring dozens of cars transformed into mobile coffee and craft stalls. The event offered a unique 'matsutake coffee' made with local yak milk, matsutake mushrooms, specialty coffee beans, and highland honey, attracting tourists and generating daily revenues of $140–280 per vehicle. The festival served as a practical showcase for 30 local youths who recently completed barista training led by a national latte art champion, highlighting Yajiang’s effort to integrate youth entrepreneurship with cultural tourism through low-barrier, high-visibility roadside consumption.
2026-07-21 10:50:32Spanish Tour Operators Immerse in Sichuan's Three Kingdoms Culture and Tourism Offerings
A delegation of 10 Spanish travel professionals visited Chengdu's Wuhou Shrine on June 15 as part of an eight-day immersive tour of Sichuan, organized by Sichuan's Department of Culture and Tourism and Sichuan Airlines with support from China’s tourism office in Madrid. Impressed by the Three Kingdoms culture, they praised Sichuan's blend of history, nature, cuisine, and accessibility—highlighting direct flights, visa-free policies, and tourist-friendly services like multilingual signage and easy payment options. They plan to develop comprehensive Sichuan itineraries featuring Chengdu, Dujiangyan, Jiuzhaigou, and Sanxingdui, aiming to launch 3–4 tours next year.
2026-07-21 10:50:31Sichuan's Hidden Gem: Exploring Shenxianchi, the 'Mini Jiuzhaigou'
Shennv Chi (Nenensangcuo), an underrated ecological gem in Jiuzhaigou County, Sichuan, offers a blend of features reminiscent of both Jiuzhai Valley and Huanglong. Located about 40 km from Jiuzhai Valley's main scenic area, it boasts colorful travertine pools, clear alpine lakes, and pristine fir forests. Highlights include Liantai Colorful Pools, Shennv Pool, Qinglong Lake, and Shenwa Lake. Nearby, the Baihe Golden Monkey Valley hosts over 1,700 wild Sichuan golden monkeys and offers educational tours, making it ideal for summer family trips.
2026-07-21 10:50:19Spain's World Cup Win Sparks Surge in Flight Searches to Barcelona, Madrid and Beyond
Following Spain's victory in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, flight searches to Spanish cities surged dramatically. Barcelona saw a 1.6x hour-over-hour increase, with Shenzhen–Barcelona up 33x. Routes to Madrid and destinations like Malaga and Tenerife also spiked—Tenerife searches rose 19x week-over-week. Argentina, despite losing the final, experienced heightened interest, especially for Buenos Aires, with Guangzhou–Buenos Aires searches up 6.5x, driven by Messi's farewell match and favorable off-season weather.
2026-07-21 10:49:54Sichuan Blood Center's 'Red Heart' Football Team Scores with 55,000ml in Donations
Chengdu Blood Center's 'Red Heart' football volunteer team, originally formed in 2018 as a staff team, has evolved into a volunteer group promoting blood donation through football. Comprising 18 regular donors who have collectively donated over 55,000 milliliters of blood, the team uses matches as platforms for public education on voluntary blood donation. Their activities include friendly games with other organizations, distributing informational materials, and producing promotional videos. Supported by Chengdu’s multi-departmental initiative to boost group donations, the team plans to expand outreach through tournaments, campus events, workplaces, and community programs, aiming to inspire more people to donate blood.
2026-07-21 10:49:46Sichuan Youth Bring Heritage to Life at Chengdu's Wuhou Shrine Festival
On June 13, 2026, Chengdu's Wuhou Shrine launched the second 'Intangible Heritage of Three Kingdoms: Little Zhuge Creative Bazaar' for Cultural and Natural Heritage Day. The event featured performances, a hands-on craft market, guided tours by child 'Little Zhuge' interpreters, and exhibitions showcasing traditional crafts like bamboo weaving, pottery, calligraphy, and Sichuan opera face-changing. Activities included a heritage-themed flash mob, interactive workshops, and lectures exploring historical records of Liu Bei from the 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' and 'Records of Huayang'.
2026-07-21 10:49:37In Sichuan, a Football Team Scores Goals for Blood Donation Awareness
The 'Red Heart' Football Volunteer Team, composed of 18 staff members from Chengdu Blood Center, played their first friendly match on July 17 at Jinjiang Rende Football Theme Park. Combining their roles as blood donors, health advocates, and football enthusiasts, they used the match to promote voluntary blood donation through on-site educational displays. Collectively, they have donated over 55,000 milliliters of blood, with five members receiving national awards for blood donation. The team, originally formed in 2018, aims to expand its outreach by organizing public football events integrated with health education and blood donation drives across hospitals, universities, communities, and workplaces.
2026-07-21 10:48:48Sichuan Airports Hit Record Flights Amid Summer Travel Surge
On July 17, Southwest China recorded a historic high of 6,306 daily flights, with Chengdu Shuangliu Airport and Tianfu International Airport reaching 738 and 1,276 takeoffs and landings respectively—their highest ever simultaneously. Both airports maintained over 91% on-time performance. Other major airports in the region also saw record or near-record traffic. Additionally, international arrivals at Chengdu rose 15.3% year-on-year in early July, with most visitors from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, and Russia. Sichuan emerged as a top summer-cool destination, with Jiuzhaigou, Kangding, and Songpan ranking among China’s top 10 popular counties for summer travel.
2026-07-21 10:48:37China's C919 and C909 Take Off Abroad: A Two-Pronged Strategy for Global Expansion
China's domestically produced aircraft are accelerating their international expansion: the C919 will launch its first international passenger route between Beijing and Ulaanbaatar, serving as a testbed for cross-border operations, while Cambodia Angkor Airline Flight has ordered 20 C909 regional jets, tailored for Southeast Asia's short-haul markets. This dual-track strategy—using the C919 on near-border trunk routes to gain experience and the C909 to build regional networks—marks a pragmatic step toward global presence. However, long-term success hinges on establishing robust overseas support systems, including maintenance, training, and spare parts logistics, to ensure lifecycle reliability and win sustained international trust.
2026-07-21 10:45:55AI Comes of Age at World AI Conference: From Hype to Real-World Tools
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in Shanghai, AI is transitioning from experimental 'concept cars' to practical, commercially available products, marking its entry into a mature phase. Highlights include Honor's Robot Phone with environmental perception capabilities, WPS showcasing delivery-focused AI, and Baidu enabling children to code using natural language via its intelligent agent tool. IDC forecasts global active AI agents will surge from 28.6 million in 2023 to 2.216 billion by 2030. JD.com leverages its real-world logistics data for AI training, while Ant Group focuses on payment, risk control, and security infrastructure to support AI-driven transactions. The event reflects AI's shift toward delivering tangible, real-world results.
2026-07-21 10:45:12Sichuan's New Archaeology Hub Launches in Luzhou to Advance Regional Research
On July 17, the Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology inaugurated its Southern Sichuan Archaeological Workstation in Luzhou. The workstation, established through a collaboration between the institute and Luzhou city, will operate from offices in Luzhou’s Cultural Heritage Research and Protection Center and a 4,000-square-meter standardized archaeological base in Hejiang County. It will handle archaeological surveys, excavations, conservation, research, and documentation across southern Sichuan. The initiative will focus on the Sichuan sections of the Yangtze and Chishui Rivers, leverage major sites like Shenbi City, collaborate with Chongqing, Guizhou, and Yunnan, promote 'archaeology-first' policies, and strengthen local talent development. Luzhou was chosen due to its rich heritage, including over 5,000 immovable cultural relics and 22 national-level protected sites.
2026-07-20 10:36:11APEC Digital Week Leaves Thai Delegate with a 'Chengdu Memory'
During the APEC Digital Week in Chengdu, Thai delegate Saleem Ali Aziz was impressed by the city's hospitality and digital convenience, such as using a local app to rent a shared bike despite language barriers. He joined other guests in leaving a postcard at a special 'post office' to capture their 'Chengdu memories.' The event highlighted Chengdu’s growing global connectivity through new international flights, the China-Europe Railway Express—including a new cosmetics train from France—and its role as a host to major international events. Saleem also created a souvenir featuring iconic Chengdu symbols, hoping to share the city’s charm with his children.
2026-07-20 10:35:23Sichuan AI Firms Showcase Robots and Specialized Agents at WAIC 2026
At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, over 1,100 global companies showcased more than 3,000 AI innovations, including numerous firms from Sichuan province. These companies presented diverse exhibits ranging from humanoid and industrial robots to specialized AI applications in legal services, healthcare, and smart hardware. Sichuan enterprises highlighted use-case-specific solutions, such as contract review AI 'FaWu AI' and multifunctional medical robots.Beyond showcasing products, participants actively sought partnerships, real-world deployment scenarios in sectors like tourism and elderly care, and engaged with cutting-edge research on physical AI and world models to accelerate product commercialization and industry integration.
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