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Top Stories
- China's economy grows 6.1% in 2020, beats expectations: China's economy grew 6.1% in 2020, beating expectations and marking the first time the country's GDP has exceeded 100 trillion yuan ($14.3 trillion), according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
- China, US agree to phase one trade deal: China and the United States have agreed to implement the phase one trade deal, which aims to reduce tariffs and increase trade between the two countries, according to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.
- China's space station to be completed by 2022: China's space station, known as Tiantan, is expected to be completed by 2022, according to a statement from the China National Space Administration.
Business
- China's e-commerce sales surge in 2020: China's e-commerce sales reached 34.6 trillion yuan ($4.9 trillion) in 2020, a year-on-year increase of 14.8%, according to a report from the China E-commerce Research Center.
- China's foreign trade grows 9.9% in 2020: China's foreign trade grew 9.9% in 2020, with exports increasing 4.4% and imports rising 17.1%, according to the General Administration of Customs.
- China's auto sales recover in 2020: China's auto sales recovered in 2020, with sales reaching 25.3 million vehicles, a year-on-year increase of 10.9%, according to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers.
Politics
- China's parliament approves new anti-terrorism law: China's National People's Congress has approved a new anti-terrorism law, which aims to strengthen the country's counter-terrorism efforts and protect national security.
- China, Russia agree to strengthen ties: China and Russia have agreed to strengthen their ties, including in areas such as trade, energy, and security, according to a statement from the Chinese Foreign Ministry.
- China's foreign minister meets with US counterpart: China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has met with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, discussing issues such as trade, security, and human rights.
Sports
- China's Li Na wins Australian Open: China's Li Na has won the Australian Open, defeating Naomi Osaka in the women's singles final.
- China's Sun Yang wins gold at World Short Course Championships: China's Sun Yang has won gold in the men's 200m individual medley at the World Short Course Championships.
- China's women's football team qualifies for Olympics: China's women's football team has qualified for the Tokyo Olympics, defeating South Korea in the Asian Football Confederation Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament.
Culture
- China's ancient city of Pingyao listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site: China's ancient city of Pingyao has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.
- China's Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates 10th anniversary: China's Shanghai Disney Resort has celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of entertainment and tourism in the city.
- China's National Museum of China opens new exhibition: China's National Museum of China has opened a new exhibition on the country's ancient Silk Road, featuring artifacts and exhibits from across the region.
These are just a few of the latest news stories from China Daily. I hope you find them interesting!