As China and Europe enter a new phase in their relationship, the defining question is no longer whether they can manage differences, but rather how they can turn their combined economic weight into a shared source of innovation, stability, and global growth.

Higher education communities around the world share the obligation to help develop AI for the positive and for good, contributing to shared prosperity and common security.

As generative AI reshapes how we learn, universities should encourage academic freedom, critical inquiry, and international cooperation while helping society navigate the opportunities and risks of technological change.

As the global talent ecosystem evolves with the proliferation of AI, Chinese and European cities are exploring how mutual learning can strengthen their talent ecosystems and drive shared growth.

The rampant "China threat" narrative in Western media is undermining serious journalism and damaging productive exchanges between China and Europe. Former Editor-in-Chief of Il Sole 24 Ore Gianni Riotta makes the case for an "international converter" – a media culture that carries facts across China and Europe's differences without melting down.

Former Danish lawmaker argues that it is important for China and Europe to rebuild direct dialogue and pursue AI cooperation, combining China's tech prowess with Europe's ethical standards to address global challenges.

As Sweden reboots its nuclear ambitions amid a fragile global economy, China offers the Nordics an opportunity to build long-term resilience in energy security and green technology.

EU-China cooperation on AI governance is vital to prevent a fragmented global order and leverage complementary strengths for sustainable innovation.

As AI reshapes global labor markets, China and Europe can each bring distinct strengths to the table.

This issue's Special Report explores how China is positioning innovation as a long-term national strategy driving industrial upgrading, green development, and international cooperation.

China's rise in advanced manufacturing, clean energy, electric vehicles, digital infrastructure, and artificial intelligence reflects a unique combination of long-term strategic planning and fierce market competition.

In a period marked by uncertainty, innovation remains a source of hope – and hope grows stronger when shared.

The world's greatest challenges require moving beyond the invention phase to master the art of global scaling through a pragmatic blend of competition and collaboration.

Beijing is a vivid example of China's pursuit of greater self-reliance and strength in science and technology amid a rapidly changing global landscape.