Liaoyuan will welcome its first high-speed railway

On January 29, 2026, Jilin Province announced that the route and station location of the Liaoyuan section of the Changsi Liaotong high-speed railway have been determined. The project is designed with a speed of 350 kilometers per hour and a total length of approximately 334 kilometers, which will end the history of Liaoyuan not being connected to high-speed railways. The Provincial Development and Reform Commission stated that it is making every effort to promote the approval of pre feasibility studies and ensure their completion and opening to traffic by the end of the 15th Five Year Plan period. At that time, the travel time from Changchun to Liaoyuan will be shortened to about 45 minutes, and it will help Jilin achieve the goal of "connecting cities with high-speed rail".Editor/Gao Xue

Zhiguang Electric's profit forecast increases

At the beginning of the 15th Five Year Plan in 2026, State Grid and Southern Power Grid launched a nearly 5 trillion yuan investment plan, with energy storage becoming a key development focus. Zhiguang Electric announced on the evening of January 27th that it expects a net profit attributable to the parent company of 110 million to 160 million yuan in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 133.69% to 149.01%, achieving a turnaround from losses to profits, mainly due to the rapid development of energy storage business and significant growth in orders and revenue. The company's cascaded high-voltage energy storage system is adapted to the three major upgrade areas of the power grid and has been successfully implemented in energy storage projects in Inner Mongolia, Gansu and other places. It is expected to further grow in the new round of power grid construction.Editor/Gao Xue

Ambassador visits Kazakhstan to inspect workshop

Chinese Ambassador to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin visited Almaty University of Logistics and Transportation to inspect its Luban Workshop. Ambassador Han listened to the introduction and affirmed the role of the school in promoting education cooperation between China and Kazakhstan. He emphasized that the Luban Workshop is an important measure to implement the consensus reached by the two heads of state, and should play a demonstrative role in deepening vocational education cooperation and effectively benefiting the people of both countries.Editor/Gao Xue

BYD Eastern Europe Energy Storage Project put into operation

On January 29, 2026, BYD's 500MWh energy storage project in Bulgaria, in collaboration with European companies, was officially put into operation, making it the largest standalone energy storage project in Eastern Europe. The project adopts lithium iron phosphate blade batteries and modular design, with 110 modular units deployed in just 9 months. It can provide 202MW peak shaving and frequency regulation services, providing emergency power for 200000 households. This project has become a new benchmark for China's energy storage technology to go global, helping Eastern Europe's energy transformation and grid stability, and accelerating the expansion of the European market.Editor/Bian Wenjun

Photovoltaic project fully started construction

On January 29, 2026, the Khazna photovoltaic project in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in which Longi and China Electric Power Construction participated, began construction comprehensively. The project is undertaken by China Electric Power Construction as the EPC contractor, with Longi supplying 1.1GW of high-efficiency BC components, equipped with automated cleaning systems and intelligent tracking brackets. It is planned to generate electricity annually to meet the needs of 160000 households and reduce carbon emissions by 2.4 million tons after being put into operation in 2028. This construction highlights the technological and engineering strength of Chinese enterprises in the field of large-scale photovoltaic projects overseas, further strengthening their global market layout.Editor/Bian Wenjun

Integration project in western Sichuan connected to the grid

On January 30, 2026, the Xiaojinchuan "Water Light Storage" integrated project located in the western Sichuan Plateau was officially connected to the grid. The project has an average altitude of 3700 meters and a total installed capacity of 160000 kilowatts, innovatively building a "water+light+storage+storage" collaborative system. By using cascade hydropower and variable speed pumped storage to stabilize photovoltaic fluctuations, the average annual power generation is 280 million kilowatt hours, which can meet the electricity needs of 140000 households and reduce carbon emissions by 262500 tons annually. The implementation of this project marks that the total installed capacity of the clean energy base in western Sichuan has exceeded 50 million kilowatts, becoming the core pillar of Sichuan's power supply.Editor/Bian Wenjun

Beijing Fengtai 500kV project starts

On January 28, 2026, the Beijing Fengtai 500 kV power transmission and transformation project was started, which is the first new 500 kV power grid project in Beijing in the 15th five year plan and one of the "three 100" key projects in 2026. The project will enhance the resilience of the southern Beijing power grid, provide power support for high-tech industries, and open a new channel for green power transmission. During the construction, the green concept is practiced, a number of new technologies are applied innovatively, and the whole process chain collaborative management and mechanized intelligent construction technology are adopted. During the Tenth Five Year Plan period, State Grid Beijing power will also promote a number of related projects to inject momentum into the development of the capital. Editor/chengliting

Top 10 high-speed rail projects planned to start construction within the year

In 2026, multiple major high-speed rail projects are accelerating and are planned to start construction within the year. According to recent government work reports and transportation work conferences released by various provinces, the progress of ten major high-speed railway projects, including Yongqing Guangzhou, Taisui, Shanghai Hangzhou, Nanxinhe, Fuyang Huanggang, Qianji, Bao'eyu, Zhanhai, Wuhan Hub Direct Line, and Mudanjiang Dunhua, is clear. We are working hard to complete the preliminary work and strive to start construction as soon as possible. These projects have a huge total investment scale, covering multiple regions across the country, and are an important part of the national high-speed rail network construction, which will further promote regional connectivity and economic development.Editor/Gao Xue

China's wind power annual installed capacity will reach 120 million kilowatts

On January 24, 2026, the Wind Energy Professional Committee of the China Renewable Energy Society predicted that the annual installed capacity of wind power in China will remain stable at about 120 million kilowatts between 2026 and 2028. According to predictions, the cumulative newly installed wind power capacity in China is expected to reach 604 million to 979 million kilowatts between 2025 and 2030. By the end of 2025, China's wind power grid connected installed capacity is about 640 million kilowatts, with huge development potential. The industry is currently facing multiple challenges such as land resources, electricity consumption, and market returns, and needs to ensure sustainable development through technological innovation and model optimization.Editor/Gao Xue

Tech giants enter the coastal nuclear power market

In 2026, technology and new energy enterprises are accelerating their entry into the coastal nuclear power field. Alibaba recently invested in the Xiangshan nuclear power project in Zhejiang, locking in clean energy for its computing center. Geely Group continues to participate in the Wenzhou San'ao Nuclear Power Project, with an increased shareholding ratio, forming a new pattern of "central enterprises leading and private capital empowering". Meanwhile, companies such as CATL and Tesla provide support for the stable operation of nuclear power through energy storage cooperation and other means. This move conforms to the trend of relaxing the policy of private investment in nuclear power, highlighting the importance of nuclear power in ensuring energy security and supporting computing power demand.Editor/Gao Xue

Inner Mongolia Alxa Left Banner announces energy storage demonstration project

On January 27, 2026, Alxa Left Banner, Inner Mongolia announced the results of the optimal selection of the 2026 grid side independent new energy storage power station demonstration project. A total of 5 energy storage projects were selected this time, with a total scale of up to 1.4 gigawatts/5.6 gigawatt hours. The winning project owners include Alxa League Yubo New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Alxa League Yuda New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., Inner Mongolia Gaoju Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd., Inner Mongolia Western Open Source Mineral Energy Development Co., Ltd., and Inner Mongolia Guoxu New Energy Co., Ltd. The implementation of this batch of demonstration projects will effectively promote the development of the new energy storage industry in Alxa Left Banner, providing important support for the stable operation of the local power grid and the consumption of new energy.Editor/Yang Meiling

Hunan promotes the integrated development of transportation and energy

On January 26, 2026, the Development and Reform Commission of Hunan Province issued the "Implementation Opinions on Promoting the Integrated Development of Transportation and Energy in Hunan Province". The opinion clearly states that newly built or renovated transportation hubs such as railway stations, airport hubs, ports, and bus stations need to reserve photovoltaic construction conditions on the roof, and reserve construction conditions for energy storage facilities and prefabricated substations in the site area. The document encourages transportation stations to build energy storage systems as needed, establish an integrated microgrid system of source, network, load, and storage, and advocate the priority use of renewable energy such as geothermal energy and air energy for cold and hot supply. This move aims to strengthen the integration and mutual assistance between the power grid and the transportation network, plan energy storage facilities in advance to support the medium and long-term energy demand in the transportation sector, and achieve infrastructure co construction and coordinated development.Editor/Yang Meiling

Announcement of Energy Storage Project in Ejina Banner, Inner Mongolia

On January 27, 2026, the Development and Reform Commission of Ejina Banner, Inner Mongolia announced the results of the selection of independent new energy storage projects on the grid side in 2026. There are a total of 6 projects selected this time, with a total scale of 1 GW/4 GWh. The project owners include Ningxia Baofeng Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai Dongjing Green Energy New Materials Co., Ltd., Inner Mongolia Gaoju Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd., Chiku Energy Group Co., Ltd. and other enterprises. Among them, Ningxia Baofeng Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd. was selected for two projects. The public notice period is from January 27th to January 29th, 2026. This project selection marks an important step forward for Ejina Banner in promoting the construction of large-scale energy storage facilities and enhancing the power grid regulation capability.Editor/Yang Meiling

Customs and taxation system launches large-scale restructuring

At the beginning of the 15th Five Year Plan in 2026, the customs and taxation systems will undergo a large-scale restructuring, with data networking and functional coordination as the core to deepen reforms. This restructuring integrates regulatory resources from both parties, promotes measures such as electronic data networking verification, breaks down information barriers, simplifies customs clearance and tax payment processes, and focuses on rectifying "tax havens" and illegal tax practices. By optimizing the tax management system and law enforcement coordination, the convenience of cross-border trade will be further improved, and institutional guarantees will be established for the construction of a unified national market.Editor/Bian Wenjun

All 13 passengers survived the beach crash of a passenger plane

On January 27th local time, a Cessna 208 aircraft operated by Indonesia's Smart Air Airlines experienced engine failure while flying on the Nabire to Kaimana route. The pilot urgently grounded the aircraft on a beach near Nabire airport. After the accident, the crew quickly organized evacuation, and the on-site rescue responded in a timely manner. All 13 passengers and 2 crew members on board safely escaped without any reports of serious injuries or fatalities. At present, relevant departments are collecting details of the accident, and the specific cause of the malfunction is subject to further investigation and verification.Editor/Bian Wenjun

Indonesia: Top 10 New Members of China's New Energy Vehicle Exports

By 2025, the export volume of new energy vehicles from China will reach 3.43 million units, a year-on-year increase of 70%. Indonesia will enter the top ten with an export volume of 126500 units, becoming an impressive new member. Chinese brands such as Wuling and BYD occupy over 90% of the local pure electric market share with high cost-effectiveness and technological advantages, while brands such as Geely and Xiaopeng are accelerating their localization production layout. Through the whole industry chain and technical cooperation, Chinese enterprises help Indonesia to achieve green transformation and promote the cooperation of the "the Belt and Road" automobile industry to improve quality and efficiency.Editor/Bian Wenjun

China Indonesia Cooperative Logistics Park put into operation

On January 28, 2026, the Jakarta Bandung high-speed railway DeKalur supporting logistics park, which is a cooperation between China and Indonesia, was officially put into operation. The park is adjacent to the Jakarta Bandung high-speed railway DeKalur station and integrates warehousing, transportation, and distribution. The logistics park will achieve seamless connection between high-speed rail and road freight, improve the logistics efficiency of Java Island, and help Indonesia build a regional logistics hub.Editor/Bian Wenjun

The China Pakistan Economic Corridor achieves full capacity grid connection

The Punjab Photovoltaic Industrial Park of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor has recently completed full capacity grid connected power generation, with a total installed capacity of 900 megawatts. It is jointly invested and constructed by Chinese enterprises and Pakistani enterprises. The annual power generation of the project exceeds 1.8 billion kilowatt hours, which can meet the electricity needs of 300000 households in the local area and inject green energy into Pakistan's energy structure transformation.Editor/Bian Wenjun

China Cambodia joint construction of Phnom Penh rail project begins

On January 27, 2026, the second phase of the Phnom Penh Rail Transit project, a cooperation between China and Cambodia, officially began construction. The total length of the line is 18 kilometers, with 12 stations and constructed according to Chinese standards. The project will connect the first phase of the line to form an urban rail transit network, which is expected to be opened in 2028, significantly improving the commuting efficiency of Phnom Penh and helping the development and upgrading of the capital city of Cambodia.Editor/Bian Wenjun

Delivery of materials for China's distance education project in Laos

On January 25, 2026, the materials for China's aid to Laos' distance education project were delivered in Vientiane, including 11 types of books and digital resources. The project sets up 20 remote training points, equipped with 75 hours of digital resources, to assist Laotian teachers in improving their digital skills. This is the result of China Laos education cooperation, which demonstrates the people to people connection of the "the Belt and Road".Editor/Bian Wenjun

The the Belt and Road Consultative Committee issued a high-quality cooperation repor

On January 27, 2026, the Consultative Committee of the "the Belt and Road" International Cooperation Summit Forum released a research report, calling the initiative a "stabilizer" of the world economy. The report focuses on digital and AI cooperation, suggests establishing a multilateral dialogue platform, promoting the construction of the Digital Silk Road, and deepening trade and investment liberalization and facilitation.Editor/Bin Wenjun

Chinese enterprises undertake the construction of the Malaysia

On January 26, 2026, the Malaysia Ruba Cross Sea Bridge, constructed by Chinese enterprises, was successfully closed and is expected to be opened to traffic in June. The total length of the bridge is 4844 meters, and it adopts the construction method of "no wharf on the water" to overcome the geological problem of surge. After its opening, it will put an end to the history of ferry services between the two sides of Sarawak and help promote the development of oil and gas, agriculture, and tourism industries.Ediitor/Bian Wenjun

Multiple provinces finalize 2026 water conservancy investment plan

At the beginning of 2026, several provinces have held annual water conservancy work conferences and clarified investment plans. Fujian Province plans to invest 50 billion yuan, Henan Province aims to exceed 60 billion yuan, and Shanxi Province expects to invest over 22 billion yuan. Hebei Province emphasizes that it will continue to maintain a high level of water conservancy investment. The official proposal is that by 2026, the national water conservancy construction will maintain a large-scale and high-level trend, and the planning of each province has formed a hierarchical layout. Hubei Province plans to promote a number of major water network projects and has established a billion yuan water conservancy industry fund by 2025 to prepare for major water conservancy project investments during the 15th Five Year Plan period.Editor/Gao Xue

Wind power becomes the main driver of business growth for central enterprises

At the beginning of 2026, data shows that China Power Construction and China Energy Construction will achieve significant growth in their wind power business by 2025. The newly signed contracts for wind power by China Power Construction increased by 54.67% year-on-year, reaching 182.874 billion yuan, while the solar energy business decreased by 33.36% during the same period. The signing amount of China Energy Construction's new energy business reached 592.578 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6.70%. Wind power has become a key investment focus due to its better grid adaptability, and energy storage business is growing synchronously. The two companies have achieved significant results in expanding their overseas markets, with overseas contract amounts increasing by 27.84% and 9.05% respectively, and have obtained multiple billion dollar new energy projects in countries such as Saudi Arabia.Editor/Gao Xue

Comprehensive construction of Zhongsha Desert wind power project

On January 8, 2026, the site leveling work for the 3rd booster station of the Shattestra wind power project officially began, marking the beginning of the comprehensive construction phase of the world's largest desert wind farm with a total investment of 19.5 billion yuan and an installed capacity of 2GW. The project is jointly developed by China Saudi Arabia Enterprises and includes nearly 2000 100 meter high wind turbines. It is expected to be completed and put into operation in 30 months, with a cumulative power generation of 213 billion kilowatt hours over 25 years. As a key project of Saudi Arabia's 2030 Vision, the project will assist in the transformation of Saudi Arabia's energy structure, reduce significant carbon emissions annually, and demonstrate China's international competitiveness in new energy engineering technology.Editor/Gao Xue

Vietnam's Jin'ou Province officially approves $183 million wind power project

On January 22, 2026, the province of Gia Long in Vietnam officially approved the construction of the Heping 5.1 (80 MW) and Donghai 1.3 (50 MW) wind farms, with a total investment of over 4.8 trillion dong (approximately 183 million US dollars). As the hinterland of the Mekong Delta, the province has already put 870.2 megawatts of wind power into operation, with 10 under construction and 22 to be developed. Renewable energy has become a pillar industry. Distributed photovoltaics are also growing rapidly, with a rooftop installed capacity of 295 megawatts. The provincial government promises to optimize the business environment and strive to build Jin'ou into a clean energy highland in southern Vietnam.Editor/Cheng Liting

Kunshan introduces 3 billion yuan automobile project

On January 27, 2026, the Taihong Wanli East China Automotive Core Component Intelligent Manufacturing Center project officially settled in Qiandeng Town, Kunshan, with a planned total investment of 3 billion yuan. The project focuses on the research and development of automotive body and new energy battery structural components. The first phase of the project is expected to start in April 2026. The implementation of this project will further improve the company's layout in the Yangtze River Delta region and provide deep support for Shanghai and surrounding vehicle factories.Editor/Gao Xue

Xinjiang Energy Freight Railway to be Built

The preliminary design consultation for the freight dedicated railway from Santanghu to Naomaohu to Luoyi in Xinjiang has been completed, and the project has entered the approval stage with plans to start construction within the year. The railway has a total length of over 444 kilometers and an investment of 16.768 billion yuan. It aims to serve the energy and chemical industries of Hami and the 13th Division of the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. It is an important coal transportation channel in eastern Xinjiang and will significantly enhance regional freight capacity.Editor/Gao Xue

Ethiopian railway capacity expansion and speed increase

In 2026, Ethiopia Djibouti Standard Gauge Railway Limited plans to double its freight capacity by expanding locomotives and rolling stock. The company is transitioning from a single operator to a diversified group that covers logistics and engineering. At the same time, multiple railway branch projects connecting industries and ports have been launched. To advance the project, the company has signed a technical consulting agreement with China Civil Engineering Corporation. At the national level, the Ethiopian government has initiated preliminary work on the supporting railway connecting Bishovtu Airport. The railway has a total length of 38 kilometers and a designed speed of 200 kilometers per hour. It will be constructed by local enterprises and connected to the Addis Ababa Adama Expressway.Editor/Gao Xue

Largest Sodium-Ion Battery Project in China Completes First Phase

Recently, the first phase of the Honghu City 100 MW/200 MWh sodium ion energy storage power station demonstration project, constructed by China Power Construction, has passed the completion acceptance. This project is one of the first pilot demonstration projects for new energy storage in Hubei Province. The completed capacity in this phase is 50 MW/100 MWh, and a new 50 MW 110 kV substation and a 110 kV transmission line will be built to connect to the 110 kV Maojiang substation. The power station is currently the largest sodium ion battery energy storage project under construction in China, constructed by Hubei Engineering Company, a subsidiary of China Power Construction Corporation, reflecting China's progress in the application of new energy storage technologies.Editor/Yang Meiling