Tommy Evensen (right) and his business partner Zhao Zhiqiang on a trip in Norway in June 2023. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] A fateful phone call from a Chinese friend propelled Norwegian entrepreneur Tommy Evensen into a textile venture, kicking off his pursuit of the Chinese dream in Wuxi, East China’s Jiangsu province. Thirteen years ago,…
TIANJIN – Pet owners are splurging on smart litter boxes, blind boxes are flying off shelves overseas after going viral in China, and new tea drinks are becoming the go-to choice for young people. With continuously optimized retail efficiency and the rising spending power of young consumers, China’s consumption sector has witnessed a notable shift…
A WeRide driverless minibus is seen in Barcelona, Spain in March. DAVID ZORRAKINO/EUROPA PRESS/GETTY IMAGES Chinese autonomous driving companies are accelerating steps to expand their presence overseas and increase robotaxi fleets — a move which industry experts said will bolster the large-scale commercial application of self-driving vehicles globally. The enterprises boast relatively abundant experience in…
Premier Li Qiang and other guests attend a symposium with representatives of the foreign business community during the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as the Summer Davos, at the National Convention and Exhibition Center in Tianjin on Wednesday. ZOU HONG/CHINA DAILY Premier Li Qiang said on Wednesday that in…
European and African agriculture ministers gathered in Rome on 27 June for the sixth African Union (AU)-European Union (EU) Agriculture Ministerial Conference. They were joined… Read More »Joint press release by EU Commissioner Christophe Hansen, and African Union Commissioner Moses Vilakati
The Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences publishes the 2025 edition of the Blue Book of World Cities at a related seminar in Shanghai on Tuesday. [Photo provided chinadaily.com.cn] Globalization has entered into a 4.0 phase, characterized by a more inclusive, balanced and sustainable global order, experts from the Shanghai Academy of Social Sciences said while…
Louis Vuitton unveiled the world’s first “the Louis”, a three-story cultural landmark in the shape of a magnificent boat spanning 114.5 meters in length and 30 meters in height. It consists of retail, Le Cafe Louis Vuitton and a Louis Vuitton Visionary Journeys exhibition. [Photo by Gao Erqiang/chinadaily.com.cn] Louis Vuitton unveiled the world’s first “the…
CNOOC Limited announced on Tuesday that its wholly owned subsidiary, CNOOC Hong Kong Holding Limited, has entered into the Contract for Exploration and Production of Hydrocarbons (EPC) on the Zhylyoi Subsoil Area with the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Joint Stock Company National Company KazMunayGas (KMG). The Zhylyoi Subsoil Area is…
What drives the approval of foreign ambassadors? Why has the private sector promotion law drawn so much global attention? Let’s get the answers from this video! China’s Private Economy Promotion Law took effect on May 20, 2025, marking the country’s first fundamental legislation dedicated to the private sector. China has rolled out a raft of…
The 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo is set to be held in Linyi, Shandong province, from June 27 to 29. [Photo/chinadaily.com.cn] The 4th RCEP (Shandong) Import Expo will be held in Linyi, Shandong province, from June 27 to 29. This year’s event focuses on high-quality imported goods and trade connections, with over 300 enterprises participating,…