'Diversity drives progress'

2014-03-28 02:42

President Xi Jinping quoted Victor Hugo, Napoleon Bonaparte and Chinese historian Zuo Qiuming while giving his views on civilization.

Xi says UNESCO's role 'irreplaceable'

2014-03-27 23:12

Chinese President Xi Jinping said in Paris Thursday that the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) plays an "irreplaceable" role in promoting international understanding and cooperation.

China, France vow to strengthen dialogue

2014-03-27 13:35

China and France vowed to strengthen dialogue to promote bilateral ties and better coordinate on global issues, while expressing strong desire to further enhance cooperation.

President Xi visits former site of Lyon Sino-French Institute

2014-03-27 11:25

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday visited the former site of the Lyon Sino-French Institute as part of his ongoing state visit to France.

Education reforms 'set good example' for emerging nations

2014-03-27 08:38

China is a role model for developing countries on how to use education as a tool for social inclusion, economic development and poverty reduction.

First couple gets a taste of Lyon

2014-03-27 08:32

President Xi Jinping and first lady Peng Liyuan had a chance to savor original French cuisine on Tuesday as the couple received a warm welcome from the Lyon government.

Mayor rekindles historical link with Tianjin

2014-03-27 08:29

City in North China raised money to rebuild French town after WWI

China, France sign business deals

2014-03-27 06:33

China and France signed a slew of business deals Wednesday featuring aviation and automobile cooperation.

Nations to build on 50 years of ties

2014-03-27 01:42

President Xi jinping expects to "embrace another 50 years of proud success" as he and French counterpart sign a raft of major business deals.

President Xi visits Biomerieux research center in France

2014-03-26 21:16

Chinese President Xi Jinping Wednesday visited Biomerieux research center in Lyon during his trip to France.

Old campus sparkles for President Xi's visit

2014-03-26 17:44

President Xi Jinping arrived in Lyon, France's third-largest city, late on Tuesday. He will meet local academics and students at the Sino-French Institute.