China regrets US decision to withdraw from Paris Agreement

China regrets over the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, said Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning at a press briefing in Beijing on Thursday, while stressing the importance of global cooperation in addressing climate change.

Mao made the remarks after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday directing the United States to again withdraw from the landmark Paris climate agreement.

"China expresses regret over the U.S. decision to exit the Paris Agreement. Climate change is a common challenge faced by humanity, with no country able to stand apart from it or remain unaffected," said Mao.

"As Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang addressed at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 [in Davos, Switzerland], a consistent approach should be followed in addressing climate change. Green transition is the fundamental solution to climate change. China is accelerating green and low-carbon transition across the board, by taking concrete actions to peak carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. China has built the world's largest and most complete new energy industrial chain, with 70 percent of the photovoltaic components and 60 percent of wind power equipment worldwide coming from China. These high-quality production capacity has served as a strong boost to global green development and climate response. No matter how the international landscape may evolve, China's determination and action for proactive climate response will remain unchanged," she said.

"China will continue working with all parties to build a fair and rational global climate governance system for win-win results, promoting a global green and low-carbon transition and sustainable development," said Mao.

China regrets US decision to withdraw from Paris Agreement

China regrets US decision to withdraw from Paris Agreement

As China's elderly population grows, shopping malls in Shanghai have actively adapted part of their services to cater to the needs and preferences of elderly consumers, tapping into silver-haired consumer market.

This trend reflects the city's efforts to enhance elderly care services amid the population aging. By the end of 2023, people aged 60 and older reached 5.68 million in Shanghai, representing a whopping 37.4 percent of the city's total population.

A shopping mall on the downtown Nanjing East Road pedestrian street has opened a dedicated club for senior citizens, offering a diverse range of activities from the operation of health workshops to traditional handicraft classes.

"I gain a lot every time I come here. I can participate in various club activities and also exchange knowledge and everyday life hacks with others," said Fu Meilin, an elderly resident.

The mall houses nearly 60 time-honored brands, along with dining and entertainment options suited to senior citizens.

Another business district in Shanghai's Putuo District has adopted a different approach, focusing on attracting retirees during weekdays while catering to younger shoppers on weekends.

Restaurants offer affordable off-peak meal deals priced under 100 yuan (about 13.88 U.S. dollars), attracting a large number of senior customers.

To ensure a convenient and enjoyable shopping experience for the elderly, many shopping malls have conducted age-friendly renovations, including providing comfortable seating areas, accessible restrooms, and consumer guidance services for the elderly shoppers.

Driven by the population aging, China's "silver economy" has shown vast growth potential, with the market currently estimated at around seven trillion yuan and projected to reach a 30 trillion yuan by 2035.

Shopping malls in Shanghai adapt to cater to growing 'silver economy'