The first unit made possible through collective consumer action is now in use at a rural school in Jiangxi province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Coca-Cola China has announced the donation of 15 water purification units, worth more than 500,000 yuan ($73,265) in 2026, expanding a long-running program aimed at improving access to safe drinking water…
A visitor takes a photograph of a surgical robot during the China International Medical Equipment Fair in Shanghai on Saturday. CHINA DAILY World-class local innovations were the highlight of the China International Medical Equipment Fair, which concluded in Shanghai on Sunday. Multinational as well as local companies showcased groundbreaking products in fields such as surgical…
French hospitality major Accor recently celebrated the milestone of its 800th hotel in the Chinese market and is betting big on the world’s second-largest economy, expecting to open 800 more hotels in the next five to six years, said a senior executive with the group. Kent Zhu, CEO of Accor Greater China, unveiled the bold…
Kering has announced it is acquiring a minority stake in ICCF Group, the parent of Shanghai-based fashion label Icicle, as the French luxury fashion group steps up efforts to tap into China’s evolving high-end market. While the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, according to the companies, the partnership combines ICCF’s understanding…
Despite rising external uncertainties and complexities, strong recruitment trends by Chinese companies highlight their commitment to ongoing technological advancement and cross-border expansion, according to top executives of the recruitment company PageGroup. Cautious optimism is reflected in a report recently released by the company in Shanghai. Boosted by the stronger outlook of the healthcare, technology, fast-moving…
The booth of Shiseido during an expo in Shanghai. CHINA DAILY Japanese beauty and cosmetics brand Shiseido is optimistic about China and is seeing new growth points in the country, its top China executive said, while assuring that the company would continue to invest in the domestic market. “China is no longer following the trend.…
A Lululemon store in Huairou district of Beijing, on April 15, 2026. [Photo/VCG] Lululemon Athletica Inc claimed its products currently sold in China do not contain per — and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), amid concerns following a US investigation into the potential presence of toxic chemicals in the leisure wear maker’s apparel. Texas Attorney General Ken…
Qilou meets the runway as Hainan Funteen Fashion Week builds a stylish bridge to the world. The opening show of the Hainan Funteen Fashion Week unfolded against the backdrop of the century-old Qilou (or arcade buildings), where global aesthetics came to life. The show is headlined by Chinese supermodel Hu Bing, who is also the…
The event brings together the best of global innovation and trends for an unmatched showcase of must-have products on April 16-18. Whether you’re a fashion trendsetter or a tech enthusiast, you surely will have big fun here. Join us in Hainan and start your journey of discovery — experiencing the very best that the world…
Visitors check out products at Aveva’s booth during a high-tech expo in Shanghai. CHINA DAILY China’s push for promoting high-quality development and fostering new quality productive forces during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period will create substantial opportunities for multinational corporations, a top company executive said. “An increasing number of multinational companies have realized that…