The latest assistive technologies, rehabilitation equipment, prostheses, barrier-free vehicles and eyeglasses for the partially sighted were showcased over the weekend in Beijing at the Care & Rehabilitation Expo China 2025.
By Hu Dongmei in Yinchuan and Wei Wangyu
Sep 17, 2025
Medog is nestled at the eastern end of the Himalayas, there the Menpa craftsmen turn sturdy blue-black soapstone into a substantial, smooth, and round stone pot through thousands of strikes and meticulous polishing. The humble yet profound vessel bridges primal tradition and modern civilization, simmering the rich passage of time.
As a Tatar singer from Xinjiang and a member of the Xinjiang Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, Xadiya Xamil has long championed the preservation and innovation of Tatar folk songs. She has collected and transcribed over 100 traditional pieces, promoting their performance in Mandarin to reach wider audiences. She dreams of compiling these works into educational resources for art schools, nurturing future generations of cultural bearers.
Sakya silverware, originating in Sakya county of Xizang, is known for its fine craftsmanship and cultural uniqueness. Handcrafted by generations of silversmiths, it features Tibetan Buddhist and natural motifs that symbolize good fortune. It bears practicality and artistic merits, embodying Tibetan cultural deposits.
In northern region of China's Xizang, the pastoral lifestyle reflects tranquility and self-sufficiency. Local communities on the grasslands use traditional methods to build black tents featuring excellent wind resistance, waterproofing, and breathability. The Nagqu black tents, in particular, regulate temperature effectively, staying warm in winter and cool in summer.
A team of over a dozen Chinese medical experts carried out a two-week medical aid mission in Ethiopia in August, providing free consultations, performing surgeries and training local doctors.
