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
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’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
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’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
Mercedes-Benz China Investment has partnered with ByteDance‘s cloud services unit, Beijing Volcano Engine Technology, to advance AI-driven smart cockpits. The collaboration will explore cutting-edge technologies, including large language models (LLMs) and generative artificial intelligence (GAI). Together, they aim to push the boundaries of automotive innovation. Under the new agreement, the companies will enhance AI-driven smart … Read more
China’s Olympic skiing champion Eileen Gu is facing significant backlash after a video surfaced showing her dancing closely with French swimmer Leon Marchand at a Paris nightclub. This controversy, which emerged as the Paris Olympics concluded, has intensified due to Marchand’s previous actions that angered Chinese netizens. Intimate Interaction Sparks Speculation In the video, Gu, who won … Read more
China Visa-Free Travel: Expanding Opportunities for Tourists With China’s increasing efforts to promote unilateral visa exemptions and mutual visa-free policies, the expanding visa-free “circle of friends” is attracting more foreign travelers to China. Recent official data highlights the growing impact of these policies on tourism. Significant Growth in Foreign Travelers Border inspection agencies in Shanghai … Read more
AI-Driven Music Platforms: Melodio and Mureka Overview Kunlun Tech, a tech company based in Beijing, has introduced two innovative AI-driven music platforms—Melodio and Mureka—both powered by their advanced SkyMusic 2.0 technology. These platforms are now globally available, with Melodio accessible on both the App Store and Google Play. The launch of these AI-driven music platforms marks a … Read more
On-Demand E-Commerce Growth: Meituan Partners with Midea Chinese food delivery giant Meituan has launched a groundbreaking service, highlighting the rapid on-demand e-commerce growth in the industry. In collaboration with Midea, one of the world’s largest home appliance manufacturers, users can now order home appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers via the Meituan app and have them delivered within … Read more