Avoiding civil war in Syria

2012-02-06 07:54:01

The draft resolution that sought to realize a regime change in Syria did not adequately reflect the state of affairs in this Middle East country.

Polluters should pay the bill

2012-02-06 07:54:01

The cadmium polluting the Longjiang River in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region has highlighted the issue of who should pay for pollution cleanups and the damage they cause to the environment.

Love sacrificed on the altar of Mammon

2012-02-04 08:08:28

Marriage and love now come with added cost for men in China. Some women go even further, putting a price for going on a date with a man.

Promoting agriculture

2012-02-03 08:06:35

Innovation in science and technology is the only reliable way to ensure long-term and healthy agricultural development.

Bright future for ties

2012-02-03 08:06:35

German Chancellor Angela Merkel's visit to China presents a good opportunity for the two governments to promote their comprehensive bilateral cooperation and enrich their strategic partnership.

Safety of Chinese workers

2012-02-02 08:00:31

The plight of 29 Chinese workers who are being held captive by rebels in Sudan has gripped the hearts of all Chinese people. Their safety and rescue have become the country's top concern.

Costly meal for Hainan

2012-02-02 08:00:31

The local authority must not ignore the widespread online complaints about pricing and service and should investigate such complaints diligently.

Tighter supervision needed

2012-02-01 08:01:50

The investigation should not merely endeavor to find out the plant responsible and how it managed to flout the relevant regulations and discharge the pollutant.

Protectionism won't help

2012-02-01 08:01:50

Resorting to protectionist measures hinders international trade, outsourcing and investment, and ultimately harms all.

Justified response

2012-01-31 08:01:56

The truth in Tibet and Tibetan-inhabited areas is the opposite of that espoused by Dharamshala and lies cannot blind people from the truth forever.

Ties strengthened

2012-01-31 08:01:56

Sino-African relations have grown vigorously and reaped progress in all areas since 2000, when both sides decided to establish the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation to further their bilateral cooperation.

A year for action

2012-01-30 07:58:10

The world economy in 2011 was not as rosy as most people expected at the beginning of the year. Will this year be better?