Over 23,000 Mainland Chinese Obtain Multi-Entry Talent Visas for Hong Kong Since Policy Launch

Hong Kong Talent Visa Attracts Over 23,000 Mainland Professionals Since February 2023, the Hong Kong Talent Visa has attracted over 23,000 mainland Chinese professionals. These visas allow stays of up to 30 days for activities related to technology, innovation, culture, and education. Peng Ling, head of the Immigration Administration’s exit-entry management authorities, shared this update, … Read more

Xiaomeisha Sea World Set to Open in Yantian District, Shenzhen Science Museum to Follow in 2025

Shenzhen’s highly anticipated Xiaomeisha Sea World in Yantian District will open to the public later this year. According to a report by Shenzhen Special Zone Daily, the park has passed its final inspections. It is now in the final stages of preparation for its grand opening. Xiaomeisha Sea World will offer a wide array of … Read more

China to Accelerate Digital Integration in Traditional Chinese Medicine Over the Next 3-5 Years

China is set to integrate emerging digital technologies such as big data and artificial intelligence into the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) industry over the next three to five years. This Digital TCM Integration initiative, therefore, aims to enhance the inheritance and innovation of TCM. By promoting the sharing, circulation, and reuse of TCM data, the initiative will … Read more

Panda Twins Born in Hong Kong: A Historic Milestone for HKSAR

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The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government joyfully announced the birth of panda twins early Thursday morning, marking a significant milestone for the city. The newborn pandas, a male and a female, are the offspring of Ying Ying and Le Le, giant pandas gifted to Hong Kong by the central government in 2007. These … Read more

Chinese Artist Liu Jingtao Showcases Traditional and Innovative Art in New York Exhibition

Liu Jingtao’s New York Exhibition Showcases Modern Chinese Art Liu Jingtao’s New York Exhibition has recently launched, featuring 17 of his artworks, and highlighting his expertise in Chinese landscapes, Tibetan Buddhist art, and fine-brush flower-and-bird paintings. The exhibition, which officially opened on August 15, 2024, at the Murray Hill Art Museum in Flushing, Queens, will continue … Read more

Shanghai Free Trade Zone’s 11-Year Journey: Institutional Innovations and Global Integration

Shanghai Free Trade Zone: A Decade of Innovation and Global Integration As the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone (Shanghai Free Trade Zone) celebrates its 11th anniversary, it continues to stand as a pivotal force in advancing China’s openness and institutional reforms. Established in 2013, this zone has emerged as a model for China’s global … Read more

Remarkable Discoveries at the Ancient Guangzhou Archaeological Site

Archaeologists have recently made a significant discovery at the Ancient Guangzhou Archaeological Site, located in the Huangpu district of South China’s Guangdong Province. This site, dating back approximately 4,600 to 4,300 years, has yielded an impressive collection of 419 ruins and 341 artifacts, as reported by Xinhua News Agency. Key Findings Moreover, the Ancient Guangzhou … Read more

China Approves Phase-I Clinical Trials for mRNA Vaccine Targeting Epstein-Barr Virus Positive Tumors

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China’s Center for Drug Evaluation of the National Medical Products Administration has recently approved a Phase-I clinical trial for a new mRNA tumor vaccine targeting Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) positive tumors. Developed independently by WestGene Biopharma, a Chengdu-based company, this vaccine represents a significant advancement in the field of tumor immunotherapy. Earlier this year, the mRNA … Read more

Turkey’s Consul General Advocates for Enhanced Connectivity with Hong Kong Through Increased Direct Flights

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Strengthening Hong Kong-Turkey Ties Through Increased Flights Turkey’s Consul General in Hong Kong, Kerim Sercan Evcin, has emphasized the potential for deepening ties between Hong Kong and Turkey by increasing the number of direct flights. He highlighted how enhancing connectivity between the two regions would not only strengthen bilateral relations but also reinforce Hong Kong’s … Read more

Bridgewater Associates Reduces Chinese Stock Holdings Amid Market Underperformance

Bridgewater’s Significant Reduction in Chinese Stock Holdings Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, has made a substantial move by significantly reducing its exposure to US-listed Chinese stocks. Over the past two years, the hedge fund, founded by billionaire Ray Dalio, has cut its stakes in mainland Chinese companies by approximately 80%. This shift comes … Read more