Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Philemon Yang, president of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), in Beijing on Thursday.
China is a firm supporter and active contributor to the cause of the United Nations, which is the banner of multilateralism, Han said.
Next year marks the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN, Han said, pointing out that China supports the central role of the UN in international affairs, and will always firmly uphold the authority and status of the UN, take an active part in the reform and development of global governance, and make the global governance system more just and equitable.
The UN will abide by UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 and adhere to the one-China principle, Philemon Yang said, also expressing the hope of strengthening cooperation with China and making a greater contribution to safeguarding international peace and promoting common development.
Chinese vice president meets president of 79th session of UNGA
The Chinese New Year holiday kicks off the country's most critical box office season. This year, beyond the battle for ticket sales, the lineup reflects a broader transformation underway in the country's film industry -- from genre innovation to IP-driven growth.
Among the most anticipated releases is the wuxia epic "Blades of the Guardians". The film represents an industrial upgrade of traditional martial arts storytelling, blending large-scale production with immersive physical performance.
Lead actor Ci Sha says the film's demanding action sequences helped him forge a deeper connection to his artistry.
"The film is set in the passionate world of Wuxia cinema. That intensity required a deep connection, especially with my horse. I built a real relationship, treating him as an equal partner. To me, horses symbolize freedom and loyalty. And they inspire my acting philosophy: you must genuinely become the character, not just technically perform it," Ci said.
While wuxia highlights the revival of classic genres, science fiction has emerged as another pillar of this year's lineup.
The futuristic movie "Per Aspera Ad Astra", known in Chinese as Star River Into Dreams, explores a near-future world shaped by advanced technology and virtual systems. Industry analysts say such productions demonstrate how Chinese cinema is expanding into high-concept storytelling supported by digital innovation.
"Fueled by AI and the influence of animation, cinema is no longer bound to recreating the physical world. It's a profound shift that will overflow the screen, building entirely new universes and fundamentally reshaping our cultural landscape. The path for Chinese cinema to global success is two-fold: first, we must offer a new 'flavor' -- our unique cultural stories -- but beneath that, we must provide universal 'nutrition' -- the shared human values and emotions that connect us all," said Zuo Heng, a researcher at China Film Archive.
Beyond individual releases, the industry is also exploring how films can generate long-term economic value.
Last summer's animated hit "Nobody" offered an early example of this strategy. The film's success extended far beyond the box office, fueling merchandise sales and immersive experiences.
"We are actively implementing the 'Film Plus' strategy, which understands that the essence of the film economy lies beyond the screen itself, in broader public consumption. Our film 'Nobody' is proof of this concept. It earned over 1.7 billion yuan at the box office, yet we generated nearly 2.5 billion in revenue from over 800 licensed products. This is about deeply linking our films with physical spaces -- film museums, theme parks, and retail -- to create fully immersive experiences. It fundamentally redefines entertainment: shifting the public from simply watching our films to truly stepping into their worlds," said Dai Yun, general manager of Shanghai Film Co., Ltd..
Chinese New Year films signal broader industry upgrade
