By Shahrokh Saei 

SCO’s shared future lifts off in Shenyang’s landmark forums

SHENYANG – Northeastern China’s Shenyang, the capital of Liaoning Province, proudly hosted two landmark events under the auspices of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), attracting global attention and highlighting China’s indispensable leadership in promoting diplomacy, cooperation, and sustainable development across Eurasia.

By Shahrokh Saei

Dalian’s triple strength: Quality of life, economic vitality, and global reach

DALIAN — A contingent of international journalists wrapped up the second day of their five-day media tour in northeast China’s Liaoning Province on Wednesday, with the vibrant coastal city of Dalian remaining a key highlight.

By Shahrokh Saei

GNFCC to host foreign media delegation in Liaoning to promote SCO cooperation

BEIJING — A delegation of international journalists will visit northeast China’s Liaoning Province from July 1 to 5 as part of efforts to enhance media exchanges and cooperation under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).

By Shahrokh Saei 

Learning to serve humanity: Lessons from Beijing Polytechnic University

BEIJING - As part of a media exchange program organized by the China International Press Communication Center (CIPCC), I had the opportunity to visit Beijing Polytechnic University on Monday, alongside a group of international journalists.

By Jianlu Bi

China's vision for peace: De-escalating the Iran-Israel conflict

BEIJING- The recent escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran, culminating in intensified military exchanges, casts a chilling shadow across the Middle East and beyond.

By Shahrokh Saei

Lenovo’s Tianjin revolution: Leading global charge in zero-carbon innovation, hybrid AI excellence

BEIJING- As part of an international media delegation, I recently had the opportunity to visit Tianjin, China — the host city of this year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. 

By Shahrokh Saei

CGTN Commentary Department: The strategic voice behind China’s global narrative

BEIJING — As one of the most prominent arms of China's international media, China Global Television Network (CGTN) continues to set a high standard in responsible journalism, narrative framing, and strategic communication. 

By Shahrokh Saei

Belt and Road Initiative fuels record China–Central Asia trade

BEIJING — Economic cooperation between China and Central Asia has reached unprecedented levels, with trade volumes expanding consistently over the past twelve years, according to Sunday's customs data. 

By Shahrokh Saei

A window to China's future: Inside Beijing Dongzhimen Middle School's holistic education model

BEIJING – Exemplifying excellence in modern Chinese education, Beijing Dongzhimen Middle School granted international journalists, including myself from the Tehran Times, a privileged glimpse into its vibrant heart on Friday.

By Shahrokh Saei 

Guardians of the Great Wall: Shaping China's future through education

BEIJING- In China, education is more than instruction—it is nation-building. The country’s primary schools are designed not only to teach facts but to shape future citizens: intellectually capable, physically strong, emotionally balanced, and culturally rooted. 

Iran too strong for Japan in 2025 PVAO Sitting Volleyball Championships

TEHRAN – Iran eased past Japan 3-0 (25-8, 25-17, 25-22) in the 2025 PVAO Sitting Volleyball Championships on Tuesday.

By Shahrokh Saei

Jan-May trade surge fuels China’s 5% growth target, exposes futility of US pressure tactics

BEIJING- China's latest trade data, revealing a 2.5% year-on-year increase in total goods imports and exports (reaching 17.94 trillion yuan, or $2.5 trillion) for January-May 2025, stands as a powerful testament to the nation's economic resilience. 

By Shahrokh Saei

Trump's trade retreat: How China's steadfast strategy forced the US back to the table

BEIJING​​ – US President Donald Trump’s abrupt pivot toward fresh trade talks with China isn't just a diplomatic courtesy; it's a powerful signal revealing who holds the strategic advantage in this high-stakes economic standoff.

By Shahrokh Saei 

Trump’s call to Xi underscores China’s leverage in trade dispute

BEIJING — In a powerful display of China’s growing influence in global trade, U.S. President Donald Trump held a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, amid rising tensions between the two leading economies.

By Shahrokh Saei

New architects, new order: Global South and China rewrite rules of global governance

BEIJING – China’s vision for a community with a shared future for mankind is evolving from rhetoric into tangible global structures, offering developing nations a powerful counter-narrative and mechanism to challenge Western-centric world order.

By Afshin Majlesi

Minister outlines visa-free travel agreements, cultural initiatives, and infrastructure plans

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, unveiled a series of major developments in regional tourism cooperation, heritage protection, and tourism infrastructure during a press conference held on Tuesday at the ministry headquarters in Tehran.

By Shahrokh Saei

IOMed: China’s diplomatic masterpiece ushers in a new era of global peace

BEIJING- The establishment of the world’s first intergovernmental legal organization dedicated to resolving disputes through mediation—the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed)—represents a transformative milestone in global governance.