In 2018, she realized that dream, beginning her career as a shopkeeper in downtown Beijing at the age of 36. “Bookshops should serve as lively cultural spaces,” says Li, adding that she would like to…
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Beijing’s ‘new economy’ contributes 40.9% of GDP in H1
Beijing’s “new economy” has picked up steam this year, with high-end industries including emerging industries and high-tech industries becoming new driving forces for the city’s economic development.
Beijing to develop tourism around Universal Studios
The Chinese capital city will promote a series of tourist destinations near Universal Studios Beijing ahead of the theme park’s grand opening. According to local authorities, Beijing is planning to …
Beijing delays decision on HK anti-sanctions law
Hong Kong’s member of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee (NPCSC) Tam Yiu-chung on Friday said a vote on adding the mainland’s …
What Happens When China’s Bling Binge Comes to an End?
The delta variant and government interest in “common prosperity” may soon threaten consumption in China. That’ll hit the luxury industry hard.
Chinese AI Unicorn Eyes IPO, Southeast Asia Expansion After $200 Million Funding Round
After a recent funding round from top Chinese venture capital firms, Shenzhen-based AI startup SmartMore has big plans to go public and expand across Southeast Asia, starting with Singapore.
China Telecom debuts in Shanghai as world’s largest IPO of 2021
Shares of Chinas second largest mobile operator China Telecom surged as much as 44 over the offer price of 453 yuan as the company made its stock mar …
China NPC: Three-child policy formally passed into law
China has formally revised its laws to allow couples to have up to three children, to boost the birth rate. The regulation was one of several passed on Friday at a meeting of the countrys…
Corona death crosses 1 lakh in Iran
TEHRAN: Recorded deaths from Covid in Iran passed the 100,000 mark on Thursday, the health ministry said, amid tighter restrictions nationwide to contain the spread of the virus, reports AFP. In the …
Beijing unexpectedly postpones vote on adding anti-sanctions legislation to Hong Kong’s Basic Law
The law, designed to punish companies that abide by US sanctions or fail to carry out China’s, has prompted anxiety among some foreign investors.
Can China Step Off Its Property Treadmill? Not Likely
The real estate bubble has made prices beyond unaffordable, but even a simple solution like a property tax could be a dire threat to the economy.
Can China Hold On to Its Property Balloon? Not Likely
The real estate bubble has made prices beyond unaffordable, but even a simple solution like a property tax could be a dire threat to the economy.
China’s oil imports plummet 20% for 2nd straight month in July
China’s oil imports are plunging as Beijing cuts supplies to dirty local oil refineries. Oil shipments to the world’s largest crude importer fell 20% in both June and July, year-on year, mainly …
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