China news update today

Here are some of the top news stories from China today:

Economy

• China's economy grew 6.1% in the first quarter of 2023, beating expectations and marking a steady recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
• The Chinese government has announced plans to increase its budget deficit for 2023 to 3.2% of GDP, up from 2.8% in 2022, to support economic growth. (Source: Reuters)

Politics

• Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater efforts to promote the country's "Belt and Road" initiative, which aims to boost international trade and investment through infrastructure development. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
• The Chinese government has launched a new campaign to promote "patriotism" and "national unity", with a focus on promoting the country's history and culture. (Source: South China Morning Post)

Technology

• Chinese tech giant Alibaba Group has announced plans to launch a new online payment platform, "Alipay+, which will allow users to make payments using their mobile phones. (Source: The Verge)
• The Chinese government has launched a new initiative to promote the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and big data, with a focus on applications in healthcare, finance, and education. (Source: China Daily)

International Relations

• China and the United States have agreed to hold high-level trade talks in the coming weeks, with a focus on resolving outstanding issues and promoting bilateral trade. (Source: Bloomberg)
• China has condemned the United States for imposing new sanctions on Chinese companies and individuals, accusing Washington of "bullying" and "interfering" in China's internal affairs. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)

Health

• China has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases in recent days, with over 1,000 new cases reported in the past 24 hours. (Source: South China Morning Post)
• The Chinese government has announced plans to increase its vaccination efforts, with a focus on reaching vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children. (Source: China Daily)

These are just a few of the top news stories from China today.