Typhoon Maysak caused severe flooding and tornadoes in China, leaving 11 dead and thousands of houses damaged. India experienced heavy rainfall leading to building collapses in Mumbai, killing at least 13. Meanwhile, Tristan da Cunha was hit by a winter storm with 124mph winds.
Tropical Storm Maysak has caused widespread flooding in southern China, resulting in 39 deaths, primarily due to a dam breach that submerged the city of Nanning. Over 130,000 people have been evacuated as rescue operations continue.
Um tornado atingiu a província de Hubei, na China, nesta segunda-feira (6), causando a morte de pelo menos 11 pessoas e ferindo 331. Ventos de até 260 km/h devastaram cidades, arremessando um homem de seu apartamento no 12º andar e destruindo veículos e edifícios.
Fortes chuvas e temporais atingiram a China, resultando em pelo menos 15 mortos, centenas de feridos e a evacuação de dezenas de milhares de pessoas. A província de Hubei foi a mais afetada, com 11 mortes e um desaparecido devido a tempestades e ventos violentos.
Dois tornados atingiram a província de Hubei, na China, na noite de segunda-feira (6), causando severa devastação. Pelo menos oito pessoas morreram e uma continua desaparecida, com ventos de até 149 km/h arrancando telhados e capotando veículos.
Tropical Storm Maysak has killed two people, caused dam breaches, and forced the evacuation of approximately 48,000 people in southern China's Guangxi province. Authorities raised the flood control emergency response to its highest level amid "extremely heavy rain" and are also on alert for Super Typhoon Bavi approaching eastern China.
Two Chinese People's Liberation Army warships, the Nanning and Hengyang, departed Hong Kong on Monday after a five-day visit. The port call concluded with a ceremony attended by Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki, who highlighted the visit's role in showcasing defense achievements and fostering patriotism.
Two Chinese navy vessels, the destroyer Nanning and frigate Hengyang, arrived in Hong Kong on Thursday to mark the 29th anniversary of the city's return to Chinese sovereignty. The port call is part of the celebrations for July 1.
The drama "A Bowl of Old Friend Noodles," funded by the Guangxi Arts Fund, premiered in Nanning on June 2nd. The play uses the local delicacy "Old Friend Noodles" as a narrative thread to explore themes of migrant struggles, generational reconciliation, and neighborly warmth, depicting young people pursuing dreams in Nanning.
The V phase of the upper reservoir dam of the Nanning Pumped Storage Power Station in Guangxi has been completed and topped out, marking a significant milestone for the province's first pumped storage power station. The project, with a total investment of approximately 8 billion yuan, is expected to provide 1.2 million kilowatts of clean electricity per hour upon completion.
A training course on China-ASEAN AI innovation cooperation began in Nanning on June 1st, with 28 participants from Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, and Thailand. The 5-day program aims to foster AI collaboration and share China's advancements with ASEAN nations.
Nanning Railway Police, in collaboration with the Nanning Passenger Transport Section, held an immersive railway safety and legal education event for over 200 students at a local experimental school. The event used interactive methods to teach railway safety, legal knowledge, and civilized travel etiquette.
No Dia da África, o continente busca protagonismo global com parcerias econômicas, especialmente com a China, para infraestrutura e desenvolvimento. EUA e Rússia também competem por influência, enquanto a África avança em integração e autonomia.
The 2026 Thailand Shopping Festival and Durian Festival kicked off in Nanning, Guangxi, featuring over 100 Thai products, including high-quality fruits like durian and mangosteen, as well as specialty foods. The event aims to boost Thai product influence and trade between Thailand and China.
The 2026 China Online Civilization Conference, themed "Civilized Cyberspace, Vigorous Driving Force," was held in Nanning, Guangxi from May 19-20. Co-hosted by central and regional authorities, the event focused on building online civilization, promoting positive values, and strengthening online governance, including AI ethics and combating misinformation.
China's ambitious Pinglu Canal, a $10 billion waterway connecting inland regions to the Gulf of Tonkin, is set for trial operations by September. The first route will link Nanning to Hainan, boosting trade with ASEAN and offsetting US trade war impacts.
On May 17th, the 2026 Nanning Autistic Children's Painting Exhibition and Charity Sale was held in Nanning. Jointly organized by the Municipal Health Commission and the Nanning Municipal Committee of the China National Democratic Construction Association (MNDCA), the event aimed to raise funds for the rehabilitation and assistance of autistic children through art exhibitions and charity sales. MNDCA members actively participated, purchasing 33 paintings for over 60,000 yuan, accounting for about 70% of the total sales.
The 2026 China Cyber Civilization Conference was held in Nanning on May 19th. The event, themed "Civilized Cyberspace, Vigorous Endeavoring Force," focused on strengthening online civilization construction, enriching quality online content, and improving the online ecosystem.
The China-ASEAN Business Information Platform was officially launched in Nanning on May 19th. Operated by China News Service, it aims to provide comprehensive trade information and international communication services for China-ASEAN economic cooperation.
