Latest news in China? September 30th, 2026

Key news highlights from China on September 30, 2026:

• Martyrs’ Day Commemorations: Chinese President Xi Jinping and senior Communist Party leaders attended the official Martyrs’ Day ceremony at Tian’anmen Square in Beijing, presenting floral tributes at the Monument to the People’s Heroes ahead of the October 1 National Day celebrations.

  The State Council of the People’s Republic of China

• National Rejuvenation and Unity: At reception events leading into the Golden Week holiday, President Xi called for confidence and continued momentum toward national development and modernization goals.

  Xinhua

• International Recognition: The central government conferred the 2026 Chinese Government Friendship Award to 50 foreign experts in Beijing, honoring contributions to technological and economic exchange.

  english.www.gov.cn

• Trade Relations: Beijing reiterated that it will take necessary countermeasures if the European Union proceeds with planned trade restrictions on Chinese exports.

• Holiday Rush: Millions across China began traveling as the annual National Day “Golden Week” holiday travel period officially got underway.