Germany shows its metal in new ecological city

2015-06-26 06:40

When a group of Chinese businesspeople from Jieyang, Guangdong province, traveled to Germany on a fact-finding mission in 2012, the cool reception they received was befitting the snowy winter weather there.

Education key to industrial upgrade

2015-06-26 06:40

Importing advanced technologies from overseas does not guarantee China's manufacturing industries will be able to upgrade if the country fails to cultivate enough qualified technicians or engineers, an expert says.

Quotable

2015-06-26 06:40

Allowing private investors to participate in state-owned banks' reform is more urgent than setting up private banks. Otherwise, the dominance of state-owned banks cannot be broken and private banks will find it hard to expand."

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UK stalwart boosted by Chinese tie-in

2015-06-26 06:40

Chris Challen, who does heavy lifting for a car-parts maker in central England, may seem like an unlikely candidate to be picked by his company for a business trip to China.

Masters of brewing put taste buds to the test

2015-06-26 06:40

A program to nurture managerial talent in a Chinese brewery has produced its first batch of graduates from a top German academy.

Beware of misconceptions, investors warned

2015-06-26 06:40

Chinese companies need professionals to resolve problems for them when making real-estate related investments overseas, the global real estate consultancy JLL says.

Healthy development diagnosis for TCM's future in Europe

2015-06-26 06:40

An application to sell a well-known Chinese cold and flu remedy in Britain has sent a positive signal for manufacturers of traditional Chinese medicine looking to enter European markets, but challenges remain, industry experts say.

Graying population gets green tinge

2015-06-26 06:40

Sun Xiaoman switched from studying education to medical care in a British university last year, one of the reasons being that she wants to ensure her parents receive better healthcare once she returns to China.

City aims to don its regal crown again

2015-06-26 06:40

Martin Hass has been to Shenyang many times, yet the German businessman says he still cannot arrive in the capital of Liaoning province without feeling a certain frisson.

Buongiorno Italia, hello China

2015-06-19 06:55

As Italy and China continue to work together in many fields, businesses say there is much more potential for bilateral trade and investment.

Foundation offers solid foundation for partnership

2015-06-19 06:55

The activities and business models of Italian companies in China have changed greatly over the years because of China's economic growth, resulting in more opportunities for both countries, says Cesare Romiti, founder of the Italy China Foundation.

For bank, Milan offers more than fashion

2015-06-19 06:55

The growing number of business connections between China and Italy has paved the way for Bank of China's rapid expansion in the country since 1992, when it established a presence.

Quotable

2015-06-19 06:55

The concept that fast income growth among workers will affect the country's economy is wrong. Higher incomes can expand consumption, drive economic growth and alleviate the pressure of the social security fund, which are tricky problems for China."

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Low oil prices gas up Chinese buyers

2015-06-19 06:55

A new wave of Chinese outbound oil acquisitions is expected in the second half of 2015 as well-financed Chinese firms take advantage of struggling companies while oil prices remain low globally, industry insiders say.

Once again a high-volume business

2015-06-19 06:55

Watching a live concert may no longer be considered a luxury, but sitting in your living room and enjoying concert-quality sound is, as high-fidelity speakers can cost a fortune.

Global role for UnionPay on the cards

2015-06-19 06:55

China UnionPay is forging partnerships with local companies in Europe to take on tough rivals Visa, Mastercard, and in the process recruit European customers.

The long and winding road to success

2015-06-19 06:55

Jean Liu, president of the country's largest car-hailing company, was celebrating her 37th birthday on the day China Daily interviewed her. Liu's office could barely fit four people at a time, roughly the same capacity as a regular Beijing cab.

Global ambitions of a technology giant

2015-06-19 06:55

The Chinese telecommunications company Huawei says it aims to be among the top three information and communication technology manufacturers in Europe within 10 years.