The release of more than 40 new films is set to push China's box office to a new height in November, offering movie-goers a rich mixture of visual-audio carnival.
The disaster film Cesium Fallout starring Hong Kong actors Andy Lau and Karen Mok is one among the first comers with a scheduled released date of Nov 1.
Movie fans who favor crime movies will have a wide choice among the suspense films Within, A Cover-Up and A Long Shot.
Comedy romance Her Story, to be released on Nov 22, tells a story of a single mother who finds warmth and consolation from a neighbor after moving into a new home.
Hong Kong-produced drama Love Lies, which won the Mid-Autumn Festival box office in Hong Kong, will officially land theaters across the Chinese mainland on Nov 15.
In terms of imported films, the action-packed American comedy Red One starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans will be available in cinemas on Nov 8.
Moana 2, a Disney-produced fantasy animation, will meet Chinese audience in Nov 29, two days after its scheduled premiere in its U.S. home market.
For nostalgic movie fans, the 1994 French crime film Léon, which was first watched by Chinese fans in 2002 in the form of video disks, has been officially on screen in the Chinese market on Friday.
China's box office revenue this year surpassed 38 billion yuan (5.3 billion U.S. dollars) as of Tuesday, according to box office tracker Dengta Data.
Meanwhile, the Harry Potter series will continue re-screening one volume per week on each Friday, evoking generations of movie buffs' nostalgia for the fantastic wizarding world.
Over 40 new movies set to boost box office in November
Over 40 new movies set to boost box office in November
Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday China is willing to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and advance the China-Lesotho strategic partnership.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane in the capital of Lesotho.
During the meeting, Wang congratulated Lesotho on the 60th anniversary of its independence this year, and spoke highly of Lesotho government's efforts to prioritize economic development and steer the African country onto a path of sustainable growth. Since the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2024, the two sides have advanced cooperation under the 10 partnership action plans unveiled at the summit, successfully implementing a number of key projects to effectively promote Lesotho's development and revitalization, Wang said.
China stands ready to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and push for greater development of the China-Lesotho strategic partnership, he added.
Calling on the two sides to firmly support each other, Wang said that China will accelerate the implementation of its zero-tariff policy for African countries, including Lesotho, expand bilateral trade, investment and industrial cooperation, facilitate broader access of Lesotho's specialty products to the Chinese market, and continue to support Lesotho's national development.
China will continue to stand firmly with African countries, uphold justice for the Global South, including Lesotho, oppose unilateralism and acts of bullying, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity, Wang said.
On his part, Matekane said during the meeting that Lesotho cherishes its friendship with China and the strategic partnership between the two countries, and expressed gratitude for China's valuable support for the development of African countries, including Lesotho.
Lesotho firmly adheres to the one-China principle and resolutely supports China in safeguarding its core interests, he said, noting that his country stands ready to strengthen strategic mutual trust with China, expand people-to-people exchanges, jointly implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, and deepen cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, manufacturing and energy.
Matekane stressed that China's zero-tariff policy for African products will inject new impetus into Lesotho's development. He also expressed Lesotho's willingness to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with China on multilateral platforms such as BRICS to jointly address global challenges.
On the same day, Wang also held talks with Lejone Mpotjoana, minister of foreign affairs and international relations of Lesotho.
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
