Quotable

2011-01-28 12:38

Nation 'unlikely' to reduce export rebates

2011-01-28 12:38

China expects to maintain the stability of its export-related policy and it is "highly unlikely" that the country will reduce export rebates for highly polluting and energy-intensive industries "during the first half", a senior Ministry of Commerce official says.

UK businesses look beyond big cities

2011-01-28 12:38

The British Consulate General in Guangzhou is looking beyond first-tier cities and business majors in its consular area to expand bilateral trade and investment.

Global marketplace

2011-01-28 12:38

Yiwu's Mart is the world's largest market for commodities - and it is still growing.

Looking inward

2011-01-28 12:38

Yiwu's savvy sellers turning to the domestic market in changing times.

Rough road ahead for automakers

2011-01-28 12:38

Automakers may not step on the gas when it comes to advertising this year in some major Chinese cities following Beijing's decision to clamp down on the number of new cars.

Belgian Conference pears sweeten Chinese palates

2011-01-28 12:38

Belgian Conference pears should be popping up on supermarket shelves in China over the next few weeks, paving the way for more imports of fresh goods from Europe.

Answers in the genes

2011-01-28 12:38

Hopes ride on benefits of increasing awareness of genetic tests.

Motorists gear up to hire

2011-01-28 12:38

More opting to rent cars amid greater ownership restrictions.

Slow ride for foreign car rentals

2011-01-28 12:38

Rich management experience and a mature business model are no longer advantages for overseas car-leasing companies entering the Chinese market, industry analysts say.

'Bumpy time' ahead for investors

2011-01-28 11:12

Oracles predict a bumpy ride for the Year of the Rabbit, marked by volatility and turbulence.

Green revolution

2011-01-28 11:01

China has become a leader in the use of wind power, with wind farms mushrooming in China.

Green revolution

2011-01-28 11:01

The wind energy sector is powering ahead in China

Seckillers make hay as discount fever gains ground

2011-01-21 15:42

Seckilling is fast becoming the buzzword among online shoppers in China as the frenzy to buy products at unbelievably low prices heats up.

Volkswagen in talks to develop new car

2011-01-21 15:42

Volkswagen AG, the second-largest foreign automaker in China, is in talks with its local partners to develop a new car, specifically for Chinese consumers.

Chinese lenders chart plans to expand European footprint

2011-01-21 15:42

Chinese lenders are gearing up to cash in on the immense opportunities appearing in Europe as more domestic companies spread their wings on the continent.

 Port for the world

2011-01-21 15:42

Last July, Dalian's famed harbor view was engulfed in fire and covered in black oil and smoke.

Living 'IT' up

2011-01-21 15:42

Dalian's livability is also helping to fuel its technological edge.

Attracted to a beacon of lifestyle

2011-01-21 15:42

Dalian's seashell museum is built on a hill, rising like a fairytale castle sparkling with golden lights into the night sky. When the castle's gates open, many people will probably expect a handsome prince to ride through with his royal carriage.

Non-financial ODI to EU increases 297%

2011-01-21 14:54

China's outbound direct investment (ODI) in the non-financial sector hit $59 billion (43.85 billion euros) last year, up 36.3 percent year-on-year, statistics released by the Ministry of Commerce on Jan 18 showed.