The Chinese government leverages Buddhism, a shared cultural heritage in Asia, to enhance its soft power and strengthen ties with neighbouring countries, particularly those with Buddhist populations.

With over 10 million tourists generating billions in revenue annually, religious activities are closely monitored by the Buddhist Association for China (BAC), the CCP’s religious overseer.

This year’s Shanghai Art Week was bigger and better than ever, involving two weeks of exhibitions, despite concerns of a slowdown in the art market. Anchored by two home-grown art fairs and ...

China. It measures 78 meters (256 feet) tall. The Peter the Great Statue: It is 98-metre-high (322 ft) monument located in central Moscow, Russia. The Ushiku Great Buddha: It is located in Ushiku ...