The interment of ashes ceremony for Huang Xuhua, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and chief designer of China's first-generation nuclear submarines, was held on Sunday in his hometown of Shanwei, South China's Guangdong Province, according to Xinhua News Agency. 

Next to the martyrs' memorial park of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression in the Red Bay Economic Development Zone, tall and sturdy pines and cypresses surround the grave of Huang, who was also the recipient of the Medal of the Republic and the country's top science award and a national moral model, according to Xinhua. 

The remarks  "My life belongs to the motherland, my life belongs to the nuclear submarine, I have no complaints and no regrets in this life" written by Huang himself are inscribed on a stone behind the tombstone, according to Shanwei Daily.  

Two stones lay quietly on either side of the tombstone. One bears a poem written by Huang after participating in a deep-sea test of a nuclear submarine, while the other contains a brief biography of his life, according to the report. These inscriptions not only commemorate Huang's life dedicated to deep-sea exploration and scientific research for the country, but also serve as a spiritual beacon, guiding future generations to bravely forge ahead in the great journey of national strength and rejuvenation, said the report.

At 9 am, a memorial ceremony was held. A portrait of Huang was placed in front of the main entrance of the red building, where Huang studied and spent his youth. His family, former colleagues, friends, local officials and representatives of teachers and students gathered to recall his life. Afterwards, they entered the building to view an exhibition honoring Huang's achievements, according to the report.

At 10 am, the ashes interment ceremony officially began. Family representatives wiped the tombstone and placed Huang's ashes into the grave. Attendees bowed three times and offered flowers, according to the report.

Huang passed away on February 6, 2025, at the age of 99 in Wuhan, Central China's Hubei Province.

Born in Guangdong Province in 1926, Huang later joined a research institute of the former China Shipbuilding Industry Corp, and was engaged in the research and development of nuclear submarines for about 30 years, according to a Xinhua report.

As the Chinese PLA Navy has gradually declassified its first-generation nuclear subs, the stories of Huang and his fellow designers have gained wide recognition. Huang is known as the "father of China's nuclear submarines," according to media reports. 

In his later years, Huang returned to Shanwei multiple times to visit relatives and often expressed pride in his hometown. "Returning to my hometown" was his final wish, according to the Shanwei Daily report.

The Chinese Consulate-General in Brisbane has issued a formal advisory calling on Chinese citizens and international students to exercise increased caution following a series of unprovoked assaults in public areas across Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Recent incidents have involved Chinese nationals being targeted by local youths at transportation hubs and on city streets, prompting consular officials to sound the alarm over personal safety concerns.

In its official notice, the consulate emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant about local security developments and maintaining constant awareness of one's surroundings. Authorities specifically advised potential victims to avoid direct confrontation if faced with verbal provocation or physical threats, recommending instead that individuals remove themselves from dangerous situations immediately, call for assistance from nearby pedestrians, and contact Australian police without delay by dialing the emergency number 000.

For non-urgent police matters, residents are advised to call 131444. The notice also provided critical contact information, including China's 24-hour global consular protection hotline (+86-10-12308 or +86-10-65612308) and the Brisbane consulate's dedicated emergency line (+61-7-3012-8090).

On May 23, the Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney also issued two safety advisories for Chinese residents and students, urging them to exercise caution following recent reports of street assaults in Eastgardens, Sydney.

The Chinese Consulate-General in Sydney stated that there had recently been a number of violent incidents targeting Chinese residents and students in New South Wales, which the Consulate-General firmly opposes and strongly condemns.

China will invite foreign leaders, former political dignitaries, high-level officials and heads of international organizations to events marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War.

Foreign envoys, military attachés and representatives of international organizations in China, as well as foreign friends who contributed to China's victory in the war or representatives of their family members will also be invited, according to a press briefing held Tuesday to announce the plans for the commemoration.

Foreign Ministry Spokesperson announces:

On May 30, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi will attend the signing ceremony of the Convention on the Establishment of the International Organization for Mediation in Hong Kong, China.