The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology, released an updated version of the Catalogue of Technologies Prohibited and Restricted from Export on Tuesday, aiming to better align export controls with evolving technological developments and national interests. A new restricted item concerning battery cathode material preparation technologies—such as lithium iron…
The “Shopping in China” campaign not only promotes consumption but also serves as a strategic tool to enhance China’s image among international visitors, said Zhang Xiaoyan, associate dean at Tsinghua University’s PBC School of Finance. “I personally feel ‘Shopping in China’ is a pretty good campaign to raise sentiment among foreigners about what’s happening in…
China’s GDP grew by 5.3 percent year-on-year in the first half of 2025 to 66.05 trillion yuan ($9.21 trillion), showcasing a steady economic rebound backed by supportive macroeconomic policies, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Tuesday. In the second quarter, the economy rose by 5.2 percent in comparison to a year earlier after a 5.4…
BEIJING — China’s financial authorities on Monday unveiled a catalogue of green finance-supported projects, as part of efforts to strengthen green finance’s role in driving the country’s green transition in economic and social development and advancing the “Beautiful China” initiative. The 2025 edition of the catalogue, jointly issued by the People’s Bank of China (PBOC),…
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Mickey Mouse and his friends entertain the audience at Shanghai Disney Resort on April 10. TANG YANJUN/CHINA NEWS SERVICE China’s theme park sector is transitioning from years of volatile growth into a period of steadier expansion, even as shifting consumer preferences and rising competition reshape the landscape, according to an industry report. On the same…
An employee distributes flags to a young visitor at Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5. CHINA DAILY The opening of Legoland Shanghai Resort on July 5 has been key to Lego Group’s long-term strategy in China, marking a major milestone in its efforts to build a full ecosystem — from retail and brand experiences to…
Foreign financial institutions are showing growing confidence in China’s economic prospects by increasing their exposure to Chinese assets, as the country’s innovation-driven development and structural growth opportunities gain global recognition. The optimism is supported by China’s accommodative macroeconomic policies and its accelerating transformation in key sectors, such as advanced manufacturing, clean technology and digital innovation.…
Altogether 146 foreign language versions of national standards were released earlier this week during the 2025 Qingdao Forum on International Standardization, marking a further step in the country’s efforts to deepen global standardization cooperation and international trade. The event was held in Qingdao, Shandong province. Internationally, standards serve as critical technical barometers for science, technology,…
China’s foreign trade grew by 2.9 percent year-on-year to 21.79 trillion yuan ($3.04 trillion) in the first half of 2025, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs on Monday. Exports rose by 7.2 percent year-on-year to 13 trillion yuan between January and June, while imports declined by 2.7 percent over the same…