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Rare Hainan Plant Rediscovered After 90 Years
Researchers from the Hainan Academy of Forestry have rediscovered the Hainan Homalomena, a plant species unique to Hainan, in Haikou’s volcanic lava wetland. The species hadn't been observed in the wild for 90 years, making the discovery a significant breakthrough for biodiversity conservation on the island.
17:42,13-August-2026
Hainan Services 2030: An open, dynamic, high-value service economy is taking shape
From tourism and international consumption to digital economy, education, healthcare, finance, aviation and shipping, the province is expanding its modern services sector and strengthening its role as a hub connecting China with the world.
17:42,13-August-2026
50 Years of Cooperation Relations between China and Cape Verde: Assessment, Lessons and Perspectives for the Next 50 Years
Over these five decades, the bilateral partnership has translated into cooperation in strategic areas such as infrastructure, training, institutional capacity building, trade facilitation, and support for sustainable development. More than numbers and diplomatic milestones, this journey reflects a trust built on respect, friendship, and the political will of both sides.
10:05,12-August-2026

OPEN FTP

Ronald Pua
Cooperation between the Hainan Free Trade Port and Malaysia has existing cultural compatibility and more strategic opportunities
John Gong
Half Year Report Card for Hainan
Dennis Nikolaev
How would the opening up of the Hainan economy be beneficial for me as a expat living in Hainan?
Tan Choon Hok
Hainan Free Trade Port to enjoy excellent development opportunities

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From Retirement to Reuse: An A320’s New Life in Hainan

The first whole-aircraft dismantling project in the Hainan Free Trade Port was recently launched. Under the careful supervision of engineers, the A320 is undergoing a highly precise and systematic dismantling process.

09:53,12-August-2026

14:18,24-July-2026Degong: From Lingshui to the World AI Conference Stage
14:40,23-July-202620+ Global Researchers Join Yazhou Talent Station in Sanya
20:50,28-July-2026Hainan to Expand Duty-Free Stores for Local Residents
20:50,28-July-2026Hainan FTP Builds Global Smart Supply Chain Network
20:50,28-July-2026From the Mountains to the Clinic: Baisha Li Medicine

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Journey through Hainan's Archives: The Story of the "Two Institutes"

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From Retirement to Reuse: An A320’s New Life in Hainan

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Over 50 Hainan Events - Here’s Your August Guide to Island Fun!

09:54,12-August-2026

Escape the Summer Heat with a Cool Hainan Rainforest Retreat

20:50,28-July-2026

Hainan Launches 2026 International Tourism Promotion Ambassador Recruitment Drive – Join Us to Discover New Island Adventures

21:33,15-June-2026

Hainan FTP's 1st Zero-Tariff Aircraft Lands in Haikou

12:26,02-June-2026

Revving Up: How Hainan Became the Ultimate Powersport Playground

11:25,14-April-2026

Rainforest adventure takes fun to the next level!

18:32,14-October-2025

Welcome to Hainan's Wanning!

19:11,25-July-2024

Sanya Summer Cycling Guide

19:03,06-July-2024

Top 5 bays in Hainan And Why You Should Visit Them

22:25,09-June-2024

Hainan is exploding as a popular inbound tourism hotspot

15:33,15-May-2024

Sanyuesan Festival in Baoting: Food Feast

23:33,08-April-2024

Sanyuesan Festival in Baoting: Splendid Views

16:29,07-April-2024

Haikou Bay Yacht Cruise, the "Hainan Star", officially opens to the public

16:29,07-April-2024

Check out colorful intangible cultural heritage with Melissa

22:41,25-December-2023

Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway Travel Guide: Haikou Section

19:31,21-December-2023

Green is just one of the many hues of the rainforest

18:08,20-December-2023

So photogenic! Snap a picture @ Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park

07:55,01-July-2025

Exploring Tanka Culture and Floating Villages in Hainan

07:55,01-July-2025

Discover Hainan’s treasured Li and Miao culture as international content creators visit Betel Nut Valley!

07:54,01-July-2025

Lazy summer days are what Boundary Island is made for!

15:13,26-June-2025

Over 50 Hainan Events - Here’s Your August Guide to Island Fun!

Escape the Summer Heat with a Cool Hainan Rainforest Retreat

Hainan Launches 2026 International Tourism Promotion Ambassador Recruitment Drive – Join Us to Discover New Island Adventures

Hainan FTP's 1st Zero-Tariff Aircraft Lands in Haikou

Revving Up: How Hainan Became the Ultimate Powersport Playground

Rainforest adventure takes fun to the next level!

Welcome to Hainan's Wanning!

Sanya Summer Cycling Guide

Top 5 bays in Hainan And Why You Should Visit Them

Hainan is exploding as a popular inbound tourism hotspot

Sanyuesan Festival in Baoting: Food Feast

Sanyuesan Festival in Baoting: Splendid Views

Haikou Bay Yacht Cruise, the "Hainan Star", officially opens to the public

Check out colorful intangible cultural heritage with Melissa

Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway Travel Guide: Haikou Section

Green is just one of the many hues of the rainforest

So photogenic! Snap a picture @ Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park

Exploring Tanka Culture and Floating Villages in Hainan

Discover Hainan’s treasured Li and Miao culture as international content creators visit Betel Nut Valley!

Lazy summer days are what Boundary Island is made for!

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From the Mountains to the Clinic: Baisha Li Medicine

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