Development of China's Public Health as an Essential Element of Human Rights

Following is the full text of a white paper on public health released on Friday by the State Council Information Office.

Reason must prevail during Tillerson's talks

Symbolism matters on diplomatic occasions, and it will during the planned visit of US President Donald Trump to China later this year. Plenty of thought is no doubt being devoted to it, and plenty of endeavors will be underway to make sure his visit is successful, even fruitful.

Tackle frauds targeting tourists

At a time when the managers of scenic spots are bracing for swarms of tourists from across the country during the National Day "Golden Week" holiday, it has been revealed that some businesses in popular scenic spots have been charging tourists exorbitant prices for goods they peddle in a deceptive way.

Progress in protecting human rights

Editor's note: China has made many achievements in protecting human rights over the last five years. Five experts share their views with China Daily. Excerpts below:

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EU's trade initiative could boomerang

Every year, the Paris-based OECD publishes its Foreign Direct Investment Regulatory Restrictiveness Index, which measures statutory barriers against foreign investment in over 60 countries and regions. Every year, the European Union comes out as the world's most open economy.

Safety will still be top concern for airlines

Editor's note: From Oct 1, airlines will have the right to decide for themselves whether passengers can use personal electronic devices during flights. Two experts share their views on whether the airlines will or will not lift the ban with China Daily's Zhang Zhouxiang:

Mooncakes fall foul of fairer taxation principle

The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching. To celebrate the festival, it is customary for some institutions and companies to give employees mooncakes, which is considered conducive to team building and enhancing employees' sense of belonging. So media reports that tax will be levied on mooncakes has aroused public concern.

Tillerson's talk is a counterbalance to recklessness of Trump's tweets

US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will be in Beijing this weekend to prepare for President Donald Trump's visit to China and to discuss issues ranging from denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula to trade and investment.

Discussions between China and US offer opportunities

Frequent high-level consultations and dialogues have over the years proved an effective means for China and the United States to communicate and iron out their differences on a number of bilateral and international issues.

Progress in advancing reforms

Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China in 2012, a series of tangible achievements have been made in China's efforts to comprehensively deepen reforms.

Innovation is indispensable for nation to achieve rejuvenation

ON MONDAY, the domestic social media app WeChat replaced its old startup photo of the Earth seen from space with a new one taken by Fengyun 4A, a satellite launched by China last year. cri.cn comments: