Business
Chinese chains rise to challenge
2012-06-15 12:43
It was the ultimate challenge: find a way to adapt a traditional Chinese dish that takes ages to prepare for those who need their food in a flash - customers of fast-food restaurants.
Going Regional
2012-06-15 12:43
European businesses are being urged to explore opportunities in China's regional cities, as competition in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou becomes more intense. A recent report by the China-Britain Business Council and United Kingdom Trade & Investment highlights key sectors where British firms might find opportunities in China's second- and third-tier cities.
Big brands lead charge
2012-06-15 12:43
Major brands from across Europe are looking toward China's second- and third-tier cities as the country's domestic market continues to grow outside of Beijing and Shanghai.
Basking in the sun
2012-06-15 12:43
Location, location, location. Rizhao, in the southeastern of Shandong province, has it in spades.
Double the marks
2012-06-15 12:43
Given a challenging economic environment and sluggish sales in its home market, British retailer Marks and Spencer Group PLC is moving faster to expand its presence on the Chinese mainland.
One good figure does not a recovery make
2012-06-15 12:43
Economists are forecasting that trade between China and the European Union will remain sluggish in the next few months, even though last month's figures seemed to give cause for optimism.
Lure of the big catch
2012-06-15 12:43
Most successful entrepreneurs love what they do, be it the business they run or their favorite indulgences like arts and sports. Like the rest of his peers in China, Chen Guodong, a 32-year-old entrepreneur from Hangzhou, in Zhejiang province, also has his favorite indulgence.
Hard times call for fresh thinking
2012-06-15 12:43
Investors know that Warren Buffett once said: "Only when the tide goes out do you discover who's been swimming naked."
Getting down and dirty
2012-06-08 10:42
With more than 1.3 billion people to feed and expectations that demand for grain, fruit, vegetable, seafood, meat, dairy and beverage products will increase at least 10 percent every year for the next five years, China's government is placing a high premium on developing agricultural industries.
Growing in greener pastures
2012-06-08 10:42
Chinese firms tap resource-rich countries to feed world's largest population
Health kick has Chic turning blue
2012-06-08 10:42
Versatile company looks to an uncommon fruit in China to target the nation's growing consumer trend for healthier foods
Groundbreaking changes
2012-06-08 10:42
Changsha's heavy equipment manufacturers brace themselves for new economic challenges
Craning up to be a giant
2012-06-08 12:37
Like its huge, record-breaking construction machinery, Xiang Wenbo has been taking the Sany Group to new heights over the past 20 years. Yet, in terms of achievement, he has set his sights much higher.
Back at the table
2012-06-08 12:37
Italian furniture makers have managed to regain reputation in china.
Metso banks on service in China
2012-06-08 12:37
Metso, the Finland-based producer of paper machines and rock crushers, is eyeing double-digit growth.
Playing to the crowd
2012-06-08 12:37
The running of large venues that have been purpose-built or adapted for Olympic Games and other major events is a massively complicated task in the first instance.
E-paper
We will not give up search, Li vows
International hunt for missing airliner continues after fruitless six-day search
Challenging times forecast as growth falls
IMF: China has pivotal role in 2016 economy
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