Updates

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  The 4th Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition

  The 4th Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition (CICEE) will kick off on May 15. An array of enterprise exhibitors, including Zoomlion, Sany Group, Sunward Intelligent, China Railway Construction Heavy Industry (CRCHI), Sinoboom, Guangxi Liugong Group, Caterpillar, Hitachi Construction Machinery, and Lovol Heavy Industry, are gearing up for the exhibition.

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  Your Helper in Hunan

  Your Helper in Hunan is your smart companion for navigating life in the province. This series of videos provide quick, practical tips on living, working, studying, and exploring Hunan.

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  Guide for International Youth Entrepreneurs: China (Hunan) Pilot Free Trade Zone Changsha Area International Youth Entrepreneurship Port

  The entrepreneurship port serves as a comprehensive service platform that integrates international exchanges, high-level talent entrepreneurship, and China-Africa economic and trade cooperation. 

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  About One-stop Service Center of Hunan Pilot Free Trade Zone for Foreigners Working in China

  The center offers expatriates streamlined services for processing documents including health certificates for international travel, work permits, and residence permits.

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  Changsha Metro Lines Service Guide

  Hunan has six metro lines in operation at present. Except for the south extension of Metro Line 3 which extends to Xiangtan City, all other metro lines operate within Changsha City.

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  Exploring Spring Blossoms: Your Guide to 7 Eco-Tourism Floral Destinations

  Explore the recommended eco-tourism floral destinations across Hunan to experience the beauty of spring blossoms.

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  About Marriage Registration Between Hunan Residents and Foreigners

  Chech out the procedures of marriage registration between Hunan residents and foreigners in Hunan.

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  NPC & CPPCC Annual Sessions 2025

  The "two sessions" offer the world an important window into China's unique and distinctive whole-process people's democracy, through which the thoughts and aspirations of over 1.4 billion people have been incorporated into the top-level design of national development.

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  Hunan to Achieve a Good Start in the New Year

  Mao Weiming, deputy secretary of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and governor of Hunan Province, inspected Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture on February 11, 2025. He called for boosting characteristic industries, strengthening support for development, highlighting people's livelihood that address weak links in the economy, and keeping an eye on security to prevent risks, to achieve "a good start" and "a fruitful end" in the new year.

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  About Entry-Exit Physical Examination Online Reservation

  Individuals applying for online reservation service for entry-exit physical examinations and vaccinations can make an appointment in advance via the official WeChat account of the Hunan International Travel Health Care Center.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2025

  Recently, UNESCO added "Spring Festival, social practices of the Chinese people in celebration of the traditional New Year" to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity at the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.

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  Highlights of Hunan Government Work Report 2025

  The Third Session of the 14th Hunan Provincial People's Congress was convened in Changsha on January 14, 2025. Hunan Governor Mao Weiming presented a work report on behalf of the provincial people's government. Let's take a quick look at the key points.

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  Highlights of 2025 Action Plan on CZT Integrated Development

  The 6th Joint Conference of the Party secretaries of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan cities on Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan (CZT) integrated development was held in Xiangtan, Hunan on December 10, 2024. A 2025 Action Plan on CZT Integrated Development and 13 cooperation agreements were deliberated on and signed at the conference. According to the plan, the three cities will make concerted efforts to carry out a batch of key projects, thoroughly deepen a series of significant reforms, and coordinate a package of crucial policies.

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  Hunan's Initiatives in Integrating Culture with Tourism

  Hunan Province has been making continuous efforts to foster a positive interplay between culture and tourism and advance deeper integration of the two sectors in recent years.

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  Charming Early Winter Scenes Captured in Hunan

  This time of year brings breathtaking scenery and a bountiful harvest.

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  Hunan-Africa Cooperation

  Hunan has been deepening exchanges and cooperation with Africa in various fields, and vigorously exploring new modes and ways for local cooperation with Africa, continuously achieving new progresses.

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  Made in Changsha—A Series of Videos of Tours of the Companies with Industrial IP

  In the age of artificial intelligence, Changsha is driving the advancement of high-quality precision manufacturing, propelling numerous specialized precision manufacturing enterprises to the forefront of the value chain. It is consistently expanding into new developments, and positioning industrial AI as the core focus of the artificial intelligence industry.

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  Hunan Museum: A Gateway to History and Art

  Hunan Museum ranked 13th in the global top 20 list. Now follow our AI host to explore the museum.

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  Hunan Builds Five International Logistics Channels and Freight Assembly Centers

  In the beginning of 2024, Hunan Governor Mao Weiming stressed giving priority to the building of five international logistics channels and freight assembly centers.

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  2024 Mid-Autumn Festival

  Mid-Autumn Festival, Zhongqiujie (中秋节) in Chinese, also known as the Mooncake Festival or Moon Festival, is one of the most important holidays for Chinese people. It is a joyous celebration with family reunions, mooncakes, parades, and lanterns.

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  The 11th Global Forum for Hunan Entrepreneurs

  The 11th Global Forum for Hunan Entrepreneurs will be held in Huaihua between September 13 and 15, 2024.

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  Hunan Athletes at Paris 2024 Olympics: A Viewing Guide

  The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will kick off. Here's a guide for watching the Hunan Olympic athletes' competitions! The Chinese Olympic delegation was officially established on July 13, 2024, with a total of 15 Hunan athletes on the list. Let's cheer for them!

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  Nighttime Escapes: Cool Summer Spots in Hunan

  Let's check the following nighttime summer spots in Hunan to beat the scorching heat.

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  Dragon Boat Festival 2024

  The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a significant traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month on the Chinese lunar calendar. It falls on June 10 this year.

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  Expo Central China 2024

  The expo is scheduled to be held in Changsha, Hunan province, from May 31 to June 2 this year. It is committed to building a platform to promote the opening-up of the central regions.

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  A Look at Hunan's Economic and Social Development in 2023

  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2023 was announced on March 28, 2024.

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  China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Africa (Kenya) 2024

  The China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Africa (Kenya) 2024 is held at the Edge Convention Center in Nairobi, capital city of Kenya, between May 9 and 11. Themed "China and Africa join hands to create a better future", a series of activities will be organized in the form of "1+3+1", including an opening ceremony, three thematic activities, and an exhibition.

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  Celebrate May Day Holiday with Exciting Events in Hunan

  Happy May Day Holiday! Looking for exciting plans during the upcoming five-day break? Check out the exciting events taking place in Hunan.

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  Infographic: Ten Key Tasks for 2024 in Building Changsha into a Global R&D Center

  A conference on high-quality development and investment promotion of Changsha City was held on February 19. At the conference, the Key Points of Global R&D Center City Construction in 2024 was released, clarifying the work objectives and ten key tasks.

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  President Xi Inspects Hunan Province

  Chinese President Xi Jinping made an inspection tour in Central China's Hunan Province starting from Monday, where he learned about various works, including local efforts to accelerate the development of new quality productive forces and promote high-standard opening-up.

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  Places to See Spring Blooms Across Hunan

  If you are thinking about admiring the blooming fields in spring, you can explore the following recommendations to experience the beauty of spring blossoms throughout Hunan Province.

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  NPC & CPPCC Annual Sessions 2024

  The annual sessions of China's top legislature and political advisory body will offer the world a window to observe the country's development and understand its policy direction for the following year.

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  Happy Chinese New Year 2024

  Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or "Chun Jie", is one of China's most important traditional festivals. Wish all of you a prosperous and healthy Year of the Dragon!

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  A Look at Hunan's Government Work Report 2024

  The Second Session of the 14th Hunan Provincial People's Congress was convened in Changsha on the morning of January 24, 2024. On behalf of the People's Government of Hunan Province, Governor Mao Weiming delivered a report on the work of the government. How did Hunan perform in 2023? What are the plans for 2024? Let's check it out.

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  Insight 2023: Hunan Through the Lens of National Media

  What impressed you the most about Hunan in the recently concluded year of 2023? Let's follow the reporters' footprints, exploring the brilliant moments recorded by the lens.

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  New Year Celebrations 2024

  New Year's Day falls on January 1 and marks the start of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar. As a public holiday, Chinese people will get three days off from work from December 30, 2023 to January 1, 2024. Expressways will not be toll-free during the holiday. We wish you a Happy New Year!

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  Hunan's Five Cultural and Tourism Calling Cards

  Hunan is home to rich cultural and tourism resources. The province has vigorously implemented the strategy of all-for-one tourism and has presented its five calling cards to the world.

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  Hunan's Contributions to Belt and Road Initiative Over the Past Decade

  This year marks the 10th anniversary of the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Over the past decade, the Hunan people, Hunan manufacturing, and Hunan technology have consistently figured prominently in the national BRI major engineering projects.

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  All-in-One Guide for 2024 I Have 'Golden Ideas' Initiative

  The "I Have 'Golden Ideas'" Initiative is a campaign organized by the Hunan Provincial People's Government Web Portal, soliciting opinions and suggestions for the 2024 Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report during the upcoming "Two Sessions" of Hunan Province in 2024.

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  "International Ambassadors" Explore Hunan Xiangjiang New Area

  Foreign students studying in Hunan act as "international ambassadors" introducing industries such as new materials, intelligent connected vehicle, and construction machinery, along with commercial platforms and innovation & entrepreneurship centers, and measures designed to enhance the business environment and attract talents.

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  24 Solar Terms: Winter Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, is called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  2nd BFA Global Economic Development and Security Forum

  Themed "Global Development, Shared Security," the event will see more than 30 activities, including sub-forums, roundtables, and expositions take place. Government officials, heads of international organizations, business representatives and scholars will gather to share their views on cutting-edge issues in global development and security.

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  Highlights of CZT Integrated Development Three-Year Action Plan

  The General Office of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the General Office of the People's Government of Hunan Province recently issued the Three-Year Action Plan for Integrated Development of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan (2023-2025). What initiatives will be implemented for the integrated development of Changsha, Zhuzhou, and Xiangtan (CZT) ? What are the expected goals? Let's have a look!

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  Two New Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zones Ready for Takeoff

  The People's Government of Hunan Province recently released implementation plans for the China (Hengyang) Comprehensive Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zone and the China (Zhuzhou) Comprehensive Cross-border E-commerce Pilot Zone.

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  Plog: Athletes from Hunan Shine in the International and National Arenas

  Various national and international sporting events have taken place across the country recently. Many athletes from Hunan have brought home the crown, showing the vitality of Hunan youth.

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  24 Solar Terms: Autumn Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, was called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  Hunan Performs Well in Stabilizing Economic Growth

  Playing to win the "Six Battles for Development" is the key for Hunan to fulfill the tasks of the year and promote high-quality development.

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  Beat the Heat: Summer Escapes in Hunan

  As the temperature gradually rises, let's plan a summer getaway together. Here are some recommended destinations in Hunan for you to escape the summer heat.

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  Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan Intercity Railway West Ring Line Phase Ⅰ

  The new line enables a remarkable reduction in commuting time between Changsha and Xiangtan to just 20 minutes. This railway connection symbolizes the integration of the urban subway systems of both cities, and signifies a significant milestone in the integrated development of Changsha, Zhuzhou and Xiangtan.

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  The Third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

  Themed "Common Development for a Shared Future", the Third China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo will last from June 29 till July 2. The guest countries of honor at the expo are Benin, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Nigeria, and Zambia. Shandong and Hubei provinces are present as theme provinces.

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  24 Solar Terms: Summer Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The "Start of Spring", "Start of Summer", "Start of Autumn" and "Start of Winter" divided a year into four seasons, and each season was divided into six solar terms.

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  The 3rd Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition

  Changsha International Construction Equipment Exhibition, as a newly rising world-class exhibition of construction machinery, is now on par with the three major construction machinery exhibitions in the world in terms of exhibition scale, number of visitors, number of global top 50 construction machinery exhibitors, and exhibition influence.

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  Explore the Route of British Tourism Delegation During May Day

  As the five-day May Day holiday approaches, have you made any travel plans yet? Consider visiting Hunan! Take a look at the travel route of a British tourism delegation for inspiration on your own trip.

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  A Look at Hunan's Economic and Social Development in 2022

  The main economic indicators have made progress despite difficulties and registered steady economic growth with a sound momentum throughout the year.

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  24 Solar Terms: Spring Episode

  The 24 Solar Terms is a part of the traditional Chinese calendar. The Chinese people divided a year into 24 segments based on the sun's position in the zodiac. Each segment, with a time span of 15 days, is called a solar term, which reflected the changes of the seasons, climate and phenology.

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  Key Points, Highlights of Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report

  The first session of the 14th Hunan Provincial People’s Congress opened on the morning of January 14, 2023. Governor Mao Weiming delivered a work report on behalf of the Hunan Provincial People’s Government.

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  Charming Hunan

  Embark on a delightful journey of discovery as you follow in the footsteps of v-bloggers exploring the enchanting charms of Hunan.

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  2022 African Diplomats Visit the Pilot Zone for In-depth China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation

  Between July 27th and 29th, the activity of the '2022 African Diplomats Visit the Pilot Zone for In-depth China-Africa Economic and Trade Cooperation' was held in Changsha.

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  Changsha Metro Line 6

  Changsha Metro Line 6 opened to traffic on June 28, 2022. It has the longest span and the most transfer stations, and covers the widest areas in Changsha. It is Changsha’s only subway line that can directly reach the Huanghua International Airport terminals.

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  Infographic: Hunan Builds Huaihua International Land Port to Be Integrated into BRI

  The General Office of the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued a guideline on thoroughly participating in the “Belt and Road” Initiative (BRI) and supporting the construction of the Huaihua International Land Port.

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  Infographic: Hunan's Efforts to Implement the Strategy of 'Strengthening the Provincial Capital'

  The CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province recently issued Several Opinions on Implementing the Strategy of “Strengthening the Provincial Capital” to Support the High-Quality Development of Changsha.

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  A Look at Hunan's Economic and Social Development in 2021

  Rolling up our sleeves to work harder. Hunan people have done well in these aspects since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan period.

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  Highlights of 2022 Hunan Provincial People's Government Work Report

  The Fifth Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People’s Congress grandly convened in Changsha on January 17, 2022. Mao Weiming, deputy secretary of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and governor of Hunan Province, delivered the provincial government work report.

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  Hunan's 14th Five-Year Plan for Protecting Ecological Environment

  By 2025, remarkable progress will have been reached in green and low-carbon development. The total amount of key pollutant discharge, and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and energy consumption per unit of GDP will have been lowered continuously.

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  Optimizing Business Environment

  Hunan governments at all levels will continue to improve the market-based international business environment that respects the rule of law.

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  Statistical Communiqué on Hunan’s Economic and Social Development in 2020

  The year 2020 was an extraordinary year. In the context of the profound and complex changes in the domestic and international situation, Hunan province had faced the COVID-19 epidemic and rare floods. Under the strong leadership of the CPC Hunan Provincial Committee and the People’s Government of Hunan Province, the whole province adhered to the guidance of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era, and implemented the spirit of President Xi’s important speeches and instructions made when inspecting Hunan.

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  2021 Hunan Government Work Report Highlights

  Moving ahead and forging a modern new Hunan! On Junuary 25, 2021, the Fourth Session of the 13th Hunan Provincial People's Congress convened in Changsha.

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  Are You Ready for Waste Classification?

  Hunan will establish a waste classification and disposal system within five years.

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  Hunan Dongting Lake Treatment over the Next Six Years

  The People’s Government of Hunan Province has issued its Implementation Plan for the Comprehensive Management of the Dongting Lake Water Environment in Hunan Province (2018-2025), in order to protect and manage Dongting Lake—the “kidney of the Yangtze River”.