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The photos show one of the most remarkable archaeological findings in China during the 20th century. The Shi Qiang-pan, or Shi Qiang Plate, is a bronze ceremonial artifact from late 900 BC, dedicated to ancestral worship. Discovered in Fufeng County, Shaanxi Province, in 1976, this artifact dates back to the period when the region was under the feudal rule of the Western Zhou royal house (1046-770 BC). The plate is particularly notable for the inscription of 284 ancient Chinese characters on the bottom inside surface. These inscriptions detail the accomplishments of the Zhou founders and, in parallel, the deeds of the donor's ancestors from a clan called "Wei." "Qiang" is the donor's name, and "Shi" is his official title in court. The achievements of the early Zhou rulers are frequently mentioned in chronicles compiled much later. The Shi Qiang-pan provides one of the earliest confirmations of these written documents, symbolizing the developing consciousness of historical record-keeping in early Chinese civilization. Later Zhou period thinker #Confucius and his followers believed that the ritual codes passing down from the dynasty's early days served as vehicles for conveying the political and religious principles of their own age. The discovery of the Shi Qiang-pan allows modern audiences to gain a close insight into that ancient system. #ChinaInInk #ChinaSeen

The Fengyun meteorological satellites are a series of meteorological remote sensing satellites independently developed by China. On November 13, 2023, the app "Fengyun Earth" international version was officially released. According to the the China Meteorological Administration (CMA), Fengyun meteorological satellites have responded to 28 international requests for emergency support services since 2023.

Nestled in Eastern Europe, Belarus is home to vast forests, numerous lakes and nature reserves, highlighting its natural beauty. The country enjoys a rich cultural heritage, evident in its traditional folk music, dance, and crafts, as well as the iconic National Library in Minsk. With strengths in manufacturing, agriculture, and electronics, Belarus boasts a diverse economy. #SCO2024

Beijing, the world's first "dual-Olympic city," has a history of over 3,000 years. It's a metropolis where tradition and modernity are seamlessly integrated. People can feel its fast-paced development as a first-tier city from the modern architecture, bustling streets and high buildings, but also get a glimpse of the city's past when they wander through its hutong and ancient sites. The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace and many more beyond, historical landmarks perfectly show Beijing's historical features. #OlympicCities #Paris2024

#China's Shenzhen-Zhongshan Channel, a major national infrastructure project, officially began trial operation on Sunday. Spanning approximately 24 kilometers, this cross-sea cluster project is set to significantly reduce travel time between Shenzhen and Zhongshan, from two hours to just 30 minutes. For more: https://lnkd.in/gR9KzYiV

#China's manufacturing purchasing managers' index (PMI) came in at 49.5 in June 2024, unchanged from May, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Sunday.

Meet 1st female chief dispatcher of #Beijing Aerospace Control Center #China #space

Milu deer, a species native to the subtropical river valleys of China, almost went extinct in the 20th century due to hunting and habitat loss. Only a few deer transported to Europe survived and were brought back to China in 1985. With huge efforts to rebuild its population, the species has now reached nearly 10,000 in China.

Two species of cranes danced and frolicked in the early evening light in the fields of a village in Daqing, Heilongjiang Province. Red-crowned cranes and white-naped cranes were spotted in the area, spreading their wings as they pranced through the grass. Both species are under first-class protection in #China.

China's Chang'e-6 mission collected 1,935.3 grams of samples from the moon's far side, the #China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced on Friday. The samples were handed over to research teams from the Chinese Academic of Sciences at a ceremony held by the CNSA in Beijing. The researchers will carry out the storage and processing of the lunar samples as planned and initiate scientific research work. #SpaceChina #space For more: https://lnkd.in/g8suh7bf