Business
All in the family is the business model
2014-08-22 07:21
In 1873, Eu Kong left his hometown in southern China to seek his fortune in Malaysia. On arrival, he set up a shop that he named Yan Sang - which means caring for mankind in Chinese - supplying Chinese medicine and herbs.
A touch of Italian style
2014-08-22 07:21
Before the opening ceremony of Max Mara's biggest flagship store in Asia, the chairman of the Italian fashion house, Luigi Maramotti, was being photographed and giving interviews in the stylish building at China Central Place, a premium commercial complex in Beijing.
Strategy changes boost sovereign wealth fund
2014-08-22 07:21
China Investment Corp, the nation's $653 billion sovereign wealth fund, has been in the spotlight since it was set up in 2007 to manage part of China's foreign reserves.
Use of yuan for trade gets fillip
2014-08-22 07:21
China is strengthening its policy on yuan internationalization by promoting wider use of the currency around the world.
Shipping sector sails toward crisis
2014-08-15 09:23
Builders are doing what they know best, but they may be building problems for the future
Ship financing seeing sharper competition
2014-08-15 09:23
Rivals Singapore and Hong Kong vie to win over major industry players
It's about more than just hotpot
2014-08-15 09:23
Chongqing is looking to cash in on its links with Europe to burnish its credentials as an economic center
Flame of passion continues to burn
2014-08-15 09:23
Consultancy well anchored in city, and no sign of the seven-year itch
Consul's two-way message on ties
2014-08-15 05:45
Sergio Maffettone is a man who wears two hats. Officially, as Italian consul-general in Chongqing, his ultimate master is the Italian foreign ministry in Rome. But, very unofficially, he sees himself as a spokesman and advocate for the city in western China.
Brainstorming with Branson
2014-08-15 05:45
An influential group of business leaders from China say they are planning to set up a college in the country to cultivate talent able to better tackle future public initiatives and charitable activities.
China helps drive growth of UK car industry
2014-08-15 05:45
Coventry holds a special status in the country's automotive industry.
Country's grain imports grow strongly
2014-08-15 05:45
China has increased the flexibility of its grain imports by purchasing more cereals from the global markets at cheaper prices to ensure sufficient domestic stocks, prevent unexpected supply risks and ensure long-term food security.
China's demand for overseas crude to expand
2014-08-15 05:45
China's dependency on foreign crude will continue to increase this year despite the ongoing strife in major oil-producing nations like Iraq, a leading industry think tank said on Aug 12.
China set to make its mark in Milan
2014-08-15 05:45
Italy will feel the growing clout of China during the Milan World Expo 2015 as it welcomes a large number of Chinese visitors, as well as Chinese companies and cultural representatives looking to continue the success of the record-setting Expo Shanghai 2010.
Sell-off bodes well for sales
2014-08-08 09:43
Govt's mass sale of official cars means bonanza for dealers, rental firms
Rental firms sit back and enjoy the ride
2014-08-08 09:43
Leasing companies say customers are lining up as officials are ordered to get rid of cars
Bicycle makers keep healthy pace
2014-08-08 09:43
Despite hilly terrain, Chinese manufacturers say renewed domestic interest in cycling keeps them optimistic
Cycle shops have to pedal harder to beat the competition
2014-08-08 09:43
Kevin Lee runs a retail bicycle shop on Nantou Street, a quiet, narrow street surrounded by residential buildings in the densely populated Nanshan district of Shenzhen.
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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