China's successful bid to host the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai will bring great benefits to local residents, commentators predict. Dr. Chen Wei, researcher with the Economics Institute of Shanghai ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai metro pilots express parcel delivery service
Metro services in Shanghai on Friday launched a pilot project to transport express parcels during off-peak hours to reduce road congestion and carbon ... ( read original story ...)
A Bowling Kingpin Lived the Chinese Dream. Now His Faith Is Being Tested.
Frank Zhao thrived in China’s go-go years by embracing bowling and teaming up with Americans. As getting ahead got tougher, he has battled to stay afloat. ( read original story ...)
Hong Kong IPO market revival on the cards amid favourable interest-rate outlook, China policy easing
Hong Kong stock exchange's IPO ranking sank to 8th this year, with fundraising slumping to US$5.9 billion from 68 listings Analysts are confident Hong Kong can shrug off a dismal year, pointing to a ... ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: World stocks are mixed in muted holiday trading as 2023 draws to a close
European shares opened higher on Friday after a mixed session in Asia on the last trading day of the year for most markets. Germany's DAX rose 0.3% to 16,745.67 and the CAC 40 in Paris climbed 0.4% to ... ( read original story ...)
Stock market today: Asian shares climb, tracking advance on Wall Street in final week of 2023
Asian shares have advanced, tracking gains on Wall Street after markets there reopened following Monday's holiday ... ( read original story ...)
Shanghai landmarks disappear as thick fog engulfs city
Severe fog has engulfed Shanghai and parts of China as people have been warned to brace for travel disruptions (29 December). The Central Meteorological Observatory issued its first red alert for fog ... ( read original story ...)