Hainan Celebrates Su Dongpo: Revival of a Song Dynasty Literary Giant
Hainan province is celebrating Song Dynasty poet Su Dongpo with a museum exhibition and Dongpo-themed cultural markets, reviving interest in his life and work.
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Gold Sales Surge in China’s Lower-Tier Cities During Spring Festival
Gold jewelry sales are soaring in China’s lower-tier cities during the Spring Festival, driven by rising incomes and cultural traditions, making these cities key drivers of the gold industry.
Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters Expresses Optimism about China’s Economic Transition
Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters expresses optimism about China’s economic transition at the World Government Summit, highlighting the booming ‘new economy’ sectors and sustainable finance.
Gold Becomes the New Must-Have Among Young Chinese Shoppers This Spring Festival
This Spring Festival, young Chinese shoppers are driving a surge in gold purchases, blending tradition with modern fashion as Generation Z embraces gold jewelry like never before.
Chinese Consumers Ignite Record Spending During Spring Festival
Chinese consumers are showcasing unprecedented spending power during the Spring Festival, signaling robust economic momentum for the Year of the Dragon.
China’s 2024 Spring Festival Travel Soars with ‘Home First, Travel Next’ Trend
China’s 2024 Spring Festival saw the rise of the ‘Home First, Travel Next’ trend, with people balancing family reunions and travel adventures, leading to a significant surge in domestic and cross-border travel.
China Experiences Consumption and Travel Boom During Lunar New Year Holiday
China experiences a surge in consumption and travel during the Lunar New Year holiday from February 10 to 17, with box office revenues exceeding 4 billion yuan and increased activity in retail and tourism sectors.
China Becomes World’s Largest Movie Market in 2024, Box Office Hits $890 Million
China’s film market has surged in 2024, with box office revenues reaching 6.4 billion yuan ($890 million), surpassing North America and making China the world’s largest movie market for now.
Macao Aims for Economic Diversification in Year of the Dragon
Macao’s Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng emphasizes proactive efforts to achieve significant progress in economic diversification during the Year of the Dragon, focusing on integration with national development.
China’s Spring Festival Travel Soars by 23% as Families Reunite
China’s Spring Festival travel rush sees a 23% increase in homecoming trips as families reunite for the Lunar New Year, marking a record-breaking migration across the country.
China’s NEV Exports Surge 27.1% in January 2024, Boosting Global Market Presence
China’s NEV exports surged by 27.1% in January 2024, with 95,000 vehicles shipped overseas, highlighting China’s growing influence in the global electric vehicle market.
A Decade of Digital Red Envelopes: The Evolution of China’s ‘Lucky Money’ Tradition
Discover how China’s traditional red envelope gift-giving has transformed over the past decade, becoming a digital sensation through WeChat’s “Lucky Money” and influencing social interactions and marketing.
Spring Festival to Ignite China’s Year of Consumption
As the Spring Festival approaches, China’s focus on boosting domestic consumption aligns with the festive season’s surge in spending on cultural activities, travel, and goods.
China’s January CPI Falls 0.8%, PPI Decline Slows
China’s CPI fell 0.8% year-on-year in January, marking the fourth consecutive monthly drop, while PPI declines slowed, signaling shifts in the world’s second-largest economy.
China Strengthens Measures to Stabilize Stock Market
China’s A-share market rebounded for a second day as new measures by the securities regulator aim to stabilize the stock market, encouraging institutional investment and enhancing market confidence.
Chinese New Year Reunion Dinners Embrace Global Flavors
Chinese families are adding global flavors to their New Year reunion dinners, reflecting China’s status as the world’s largest market for imported food.
UK Business Leaders Eager to Deepen Cooperation with China in Post-Brexit Era
UK business leaders express eagerness to boost cooperation with China, highlighting China’s growing importance to a post-Brexit UK during the “Icebreakers” 2024 Chinese New Year celebration.
China and U.S. Engage in Constructive Trade Dialogue Ahead of Working Group Meeting
Chinese Vice Commerce Minister Wang Shouwen and U.S. Under Secretary Marisa Lago held a constructive video talk on economic and trade issues, preparing for the upcoming China-U.S. economic working group meeting.
NTSB Reports Missing Bolts Led to Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Incident
The NTSB reports that missing bolts led to a mid-air door incident on a Boeing 737 Max 9, prompting a 19-day grounding. Boeing is implementing measures to enhance quality control.
China-U.S. Economic Working Group Engages in Constructive Talks in Beijing
China and the U.S. held their third Economic Working Group meeting in Beijing, engaging in constructive discussions on economic policies and cooperation.