The Economist faces social media backlash for labeling China "eco-authoritarian" over its Yangtze River fishing ban. Critics argue the publication used a "but at what cost" trope, despite acknowledging the ban's "remarkable comeback" for the river.
China completes 11.9km Yangtze River Railway Tunnel, a key link in a high-speed line connecting Chongqing with Xiamen, overcoming geological and urban challenges.
International media from 18 countries visited Jiangyin to learn about Yangtze River ecological protection and green development practices. They discussed water resource management and ecological restoration, drawing inspiration from China's integrated approach to environmental governance and sustainable development.
Sichuan Province has made significant progress in its ten-year Yangtze River fishing ban over the past five years. By 2025, aquatic life in "one river and five rivers" increased by 19.66%, and the integrity index of aquatic ecosystems has improved significantly, with new native fish species discovered and rare species like the Sichuan taimen naturally reproducing.
Nantong, known as the "Gateway to Rivers and Seas," is accelerating its integration with Shanghai and other Yangtze River Delta cities through eight new cross-river transport projects, dubbed "Eight Dragons Crossing the River." These projects, including the Chongqi Public-Private Railway Yangtze River Bridge, are set to be completed by late 2027, facilitating easier travel and fostering cross-river industrial collaboration and talent mobility.
A five-year fishing ban on China's Yangtze River has led to a biodiversity rebound, offering a conservation model for Hong Kong. Hong Kong faces ecological damage at popular sites like Sharp Island due to high visitor numbers and inadequate protection, despite government plans to boost ecotourism.
