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Siemens says US tech export ban lifted

Siemens AG announced it has been informed by the United States Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security that export control restrictions on electronic design automation software and technology to Chinese customers have been lifted. The restrictions, outlined in a letter sent by the US government to the German tech giant on May 23,…

Consumption set to continue robust growth

Consumers discuss details about a cell phone with an assistant at a shopping mall in Shushan district, Hefei, Anhui province, April 26, 2025. [Photo/VCG] Bolstered by sustained policy support for trade-in programs, China’s consumption is likely to continue its robust growth momentum in the second half of the year, better underpinning the country’s stable economic…

From toys to milk tea, Chinese brands widen market share in Malaysia

Customers visit a Pop Mart store in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, June 18, 2025. [Photo/Xinhua] KUALA LUMPUR – Chinese brands continue to widen their share of the consumer market in Malaysia, with strong and growing demand for a range of products from milk tea to designer toys. Just a brief walk around the capital Kuala Lumpur,…

Syensqo bullish about specialty chemicals biz

People converse at a Syensqo booth at the Shanghai World Pharmaceutical Raw Materials Expo 2025, on June 25, 2025. [Photo/VCG] Global specialty chemicals company Syensqo remains committed to investing in China, and is optimistic about its long-term economic prospects, its top executive said. “Syensqo aims to double our performance in China to meet the high…

Shared factories give startups lift-off in Dongguan

In Dongguan, Guangdong province, there is a unique factory that stands apart from traditional manufacturing facilities. Unlike conventional factories that operate only after receiving orders, this shared factory at the Songshan Lake science and technology industrial park accepts even single-unit orders, helping startups overcome the initial hurdles in building their production and supply chains from…

LVMH opens shopping odyssey outlet

Visitors seen outside Louis Vuitton’s new landmark space in Shanghai on Thursday. GAO ERQIANG/CHINA DAILY Louis Vuitton, the French luxury brand under LVMH, unveiled its striking new landmark space in the heart of downtown Shanghai on Thursday, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the Chinese market. Located on West Nanjing Road, one of Shanghai’s most prestigious shopping…

Naisnow Tea & Bakery adopts healthier strategy with ‘green’ food, drinks

The Naisnow Tea & Bakery chain is doubling down on its health-focused strategy by opening light food stores and offering new sugar controlled drinks containing natural ingredients, as Chinese consumers increasingly demand more nutritious beverage options. On Wednesday, the tea drink chain unveiled its “2025 Health Upgrade” initiative in Beijing, partnering with the institute of…

China vows to protect businesses after Canada orders closure of Hikvision

China will take all necessary measures to safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of its businesses, the Ministry of Commerce warned on Monday, in response to Canada’s decision to compel Chinese surveillance equipment manufacturer Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Co to cease operations in the country. Responding to media reports that a senior Canadian official announced…

China Eastern Airlines offers special arrangements for tickets to Mideast and West Asia

Shanghai-based China Eastern Airlines announced on Wednesday that tickets for the Middle East and West Asia will receive special arrangements due to safety concerns, becoming the first Chinese carrier to do so. Passengers who have purchased tickets involving destinations including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Cairo, and Istanbul will receive special arrangements for their tickets, and…

Chinese, foreign companies sign major deals at SCO meeting

Chinese and foreign companies signed deals worth approximately 40 billion yuan ($5.5 billion) during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Energy Ministers Meeting, which was held in Ningbo, Zhejiang province on Thursday. The 25 projects, which will have a total installed capacity of 12 million kilowatts (kW), demonstrate the broad potential for energy cooperation in the region.…