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Ambassador-Designate Zhao Xing Presents the Copy of Letter of Credence to the Cook Islands High Commission On 29 October , 2026, Ambassador-designate Mr Zhao Xing presented the copy of Letter of Credence to HE Ms Kairangi Samuela, High Commissioner of the Cook Islands to New Zealand. Ambassador-designate Zhao said that China and the Cook Islands had always treated each other with sincerity and equality over the 29 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties. With joint efforts from both sides, the China-Cook Islands Comprehensive Strategic Partnership continues to deepen, bringing tangible benefits to the two peoples. China stands ready to work with the Cook Islands side to enhance political mutual trust, strengthen people-to-people exchanges, and push for deeper and more substantive mutually beneficial cooperation across various fields, so as to bring greater benefits to the two peoples. On behalf of the Government of the Cook Islands, the High Commissioner welcomed Ambassador Zhao on taking up his new post and was pleased to note the sustained positive momentum in Cook Islands–China relations, as well as the fruitful outcomes of practical cooperation projects between the two countries, for which the Cook Islands is sincerely grateful. The Cook Islands side welcomed Ambassador Zhao to visit the Cook Islands frequently, so as to continue enhancing exchanges and cooperation between the two sides in all fields.

Ambassador-Designate Zhao Xing Presents the Copy of Letter of Credence to the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade On 29 October, 2026, Ambassador-designate Zhao Xing presented the copy of his Letter of Credence to Ms Sarah Walsh, Chief of Protocol of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT). He also met with Ms Charlotte Darlow, Divisional Manager of MFAT’s North Asia Division. Ambassador-designate Zhao said he was pleased and honoured to serve as the Ambassador of China to New Zealand. Since the establishment of diplomatic ties 54 years ago, thanks to the joint efforts of both sides, the China-New Zealand relationship has long been at the forefront of China's relations with Western developed countries. China stands ready to work with the New Zealand side to implement the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, deepen exchanges and cooperation across various fields, and elevate the bilateral ties to new heights. The New Zealand side warmly welcomed Ambassador-designate Zhao on taking up his new post and said it stands ready to provide all necessary support and assistance for his work in New Zealand. New Zealand and China have enjoyed frequent and friendly exchanges across various fields. The New Zealand side highly values its relationship with China and looks forward to expanding cooperation bilaterally and multilaterally. New Zealand wishes China every success in hosting the APEC meetings. Ambassador-designate Zhao Xing and his wife arrived in Wellington on 24 October.

China's speed is reflected not only in economic growth but also in its prompt responses to residents' daily concerns and feedback.

On Oct 23, the Long March-6A🚀 blasted off, painting the sky with a dreamlike "rocket cloud☁️"—a breathtaking moment of romance, brought to you by Chinese aerospace. 🇨🇳✨

Chargé d’Affaires Xie Yongjun Attends the Inauguration Ceremony of Haier’s Australia-New Zealand Regional Headquarters and Fisher & Paykel’s Global Headquarters On 23 October, Chargé d’Affaires Xie Yongjun was invited to attend the Inauguration Ceremony of Haier’s Australia-New Zealand Regional Headquarters and Fisher & Paykel’s Global Headquarters and deliver remarks. Participants included Nicola Willis, Minister of Finance; Penny Simmonds, Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology; Liu Pengxiang, Vice Consul General of the Chinese Consulate-General in Auckland; Li Huagang, CEO of Haier Smart Home; Daniel Witten-Hannah, CEO of Fisher & Paykel, as well as representatives of parliament members of New Zealand’s major political parties. Chargé d’Affaires Xie congratulated the successful inauguration of the Headquarters. He noted that China-New Zealand partnership is evolving - moving beyond traditional trade into technological innovation, green transformation, and future - focused industrial collaboration. As China and New Zealand prepare to celebrate the 55 years of diplomatic relations next year, we look forward to working together to leverage the development prospects offered by the 15th Five-Year Plan of China to nurture mutual trust and cooperation, empower industrial growth, improve people’s well-being, and jointly to pioneer smarter, greener and more sustainable ways of living.

Putting people at the centre— this is what China truly stands for.

New Zealand goods for the 9th CIIE arrived in Shanghai by sea. The OOCL Felixstowe carrying exhibits for the ninth China International Import Expo arrived at the Waigaoqiao Port, Oct. 18, 2026. The vessel sailed from Auckland with New Zealand specialties including gin and fruit juice to be displayed at the expo. The ninth China International Import Expo will take place in Shanghai from Nov 5 to 10, with over 4,100 overseas exhibitors. Participants from 162 countries, regions, and international organizations, including our kiwi friends, will attend the event. #CIIE #CIIE2026

Wow! 🤯 China-US collaborative drone show breaks the Guinness World Record! DAMODA, a leading Chinese drone swarm tech firm founded in 2016, teamed up with its US partner for this spectacular Texas run. They put on 7 shows, launching 71,207 drones in one week, beating the old record of 55,939. Absolutely stunning visuals! #DroneShow #GuinnessWorldRecord #Texas #LightShow #DAMODA

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Drachen County, Nagqu, Xizang at 10:33 pm Thursday (depth:10km). PLA troops rushed in overnight. Military drones from the Western Theater Command surveyed the hardest-hit areas to support rescue efforts. Stay safe. #Xizang #ChinaEarthquake #PLA #MilitaryDrones #DisasterRelief

"I know who keeps me safe!"👶 In a Harbin train station, a sociable baby crawled straight to an on-duty police officer👮‍♂️ for a hug. Netizens are melting over this adorable moment! ❤️✨

This year, China will host the 33rd Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders' Meeting in the city of Shenzhen. Shenzhen, located in south China's Guangdong Province, is a major city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Over the past four decades, it has grown from a small fishing village into a modern international metropolis. Discover this dynamic city by watching the "Gather in Shenzhen" video.

China’s gross domestic product expanded 4.6% year-on-year in the first nine months of 2026, reaching more than 107 trillion yuan (US$16 trillion), according to new figures released by the National Bureau of Statistics. Economic performance gained momentum in the third quarter with a 4.5% uptick, slightly exceeding the 4.3% growth recorded in Q2. Speaking at a press briefing in Beijing, NBS Deputy Chief Mao Shengyong attributed the steady performance to expanding foreign trade, robust industrial output, and emerging industrial growth drivers despite external pressures. #China #Economy #GDP #GlobalEconomy

Yin Yuzhen is a Chinese desert guardian from the Mu Us Sandy Land. For decades, she fought desertification, planting trees to turn barren sand dunes into green land. In 1999, American teacher Ronald Sacolsky learned of her struggle and raised $5,000 for her. Yin spent all the funds on more than 50,000 saplings, naming this woodland Sacolsky’s Grove to honour this cross-border kindness. The two lost contact for 26 years, until they reunited in 2026. Ronald travelled back to China and saw the tiny saplings had grown into a thriving forest. A few days ago, Yin was named one of FAO’s 100 Women Heroes at the ceremony in Rome. Ronald joined her on this occasion and shared their story.

China's foreign #trade in goods rose18.8 percent year-on-year in the first three quarters of 2026 to 39.94 trillion yuan, according to the General Administration of Customs on Wednesday. bit.ly/4ylnYcb

On October 12, 2026, 🇨🇳Premier Li Qiang took a phone call from 🇳🇿New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon. Li Qiang said that China-New Zealand relations have been moving forward steadily with fresh progress in cooperation across various fields. Meanwhile, the international landscape continues to undergo complex changes. Unilateralism and protectionism keep disrupting the world economy, and the international community has voiced stronger calls for upholding the multilateral system and strengthening open cooperation. As supporters and practitioners of multilateralism and free trade, China and New Zealand should engage in more communication and coordination. Next year will mark the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and New Zealand. China stands ready to work with New Zealand to carry forward the traditional friendship, expand mutually beneficial cooperation, further deepen the China-New Zealand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and add impetus to the stability, development and prosperity of the two countries, the region and the world at large. Christopher Luxon said that New Zealand-China relations are developing steadily, with practical cooperation in various fields making solid progress, benefiting the people of both countries. New Zealand attaches high importance to its relations with China and firmly pursues the one-China policy. New Zealand is willing to take the opportunity of celebrating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year to maintain close high-level exchanges with China, deepen mutual understanding and trust, and advance practical cooperation in trade, tourism, new energy and other areas to grow the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership. New Zealand supports China in hosting the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting.