The newly unveiled train is expected to operate between major cities at speeds of up to 600 km/h, cutting travel time between Beijing and Shanghai to 2.5 hours.
Major Chinese cities saw a surge in international visitors during the first half of the year, largely thanks to an expanded visa-free policy for citizens of dozens of countries.
China's military will hold a parade in Beijing in September to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory over Japan in World War II, showcasing high-tech weaponry.
A student who gained attention for her high scores at Tsinghua University has been banned by her father from livestreaming because she is "too pretty".
