3 d. ago Germany’s China playbook: if you can’t beat them, partner up

German companies are accelerating efforts to partner with Chinese rivals, conceding in fresh survey results that the local competitors appear poised to seize the lead in global innovation. While business sentiment among surveyed German firms in China has seen a slight uptick, optimism has been tempered by fierce price competition and a nationalist “Buy China” push, according to findings from the German Chamber of Commerce’s 2025/26 Business Confidence Survey. About 56 per cent of surveyed firms...

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3 d. ago China turns to school ‘snow breaks’ to warm up winter tourism industry

Northern regions across China are introducing “snow breaks” this winter as part of broader efforts to stimulate domestic tourism and spending amid deflationary pressures. Northeastern Jilin province is the latest to announce the initiative, with plans to give primary and secondary school pupils a short holiday from Wednesday to Sunday. The additional days off will not shorten the traditional winter and summer holidays, the local government said. Government agencies, enterprises and public...

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5 d. ago Does tokenisation in China risk a repeat of the P2P lending crisis?

The rapid rise of tokenisation risks repeating China’s earlier boom-and-bust cycle in peer-to-peer lending unless clear industry standards are established to ensure discipline and innovation, according to a senior Chinese asset manager. Some multilevel marketing companies in mainland China have already started holding meetings discussing real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation projects over the past year, raising “genuine concerns” that the nascent industry might be heading towards a...

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6 d. ago Beijing untapped: From former industrial site to vibrant cultural landmark

Beijing untapped: From former industrial site to vibrant cultural landmark  news.cgtn.com

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6 d. ago Beijing untapped: From former industrial site to cultural landmark

Beijing untapped: From former industrial site to cultural landmark  news.cgtn.com

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8 d. ago The year of the Labubu revealed the 'new consumption' trend among China's Gen Z—and now it's spreading overseas

The year of the Labubu revealed the 'new consumption' trend among China's Gen Z—and now it's spreading overseas  Fortune

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2 w. ago Olympian Vivian Kong parries jabs with ‘fighting spirit’ in Hong Kong poll race

Hong Kong Olympian Vivian Kong Man-wai admitted she was a newcomer to the tourism field during a lively election forum, as she faced off against rival Ma Yat-chiu, who highlighted his industry credentials. She pledged, however, to serve the sector with the “fighting spirit of an athlete” if elected to the Legislative Council seat representing the tourism industry during the December 7 poll. The fencing star, who won gold at the 2024 Olympics, acknowledged she was less familiar with the industry...

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2 w. ago Watch HSBC CEO: 'Asia Buys Asia' New Trade Trend | The China Show 11/19/2025

Watch HSBC CEO: 'Asia Buys Asia' New Trade Trend | The China Show 11/19/2025  Bloomberg.com

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3 w. ago China's Tourism Industry: Navigating Trends and Opportunities

China's Tourism Industry: Navigating Trends and Opportunities  China Briefing

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3 w. ago Beyond Tanghulu: Why Milk Skin Is China’s Hottest Food Trend

Beyond Tanghulu: Why Milk Skin Is China’s Hottest Food Trend  RADII

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3 w. ago Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

Hongkongers visiting Japan should purchase adequate travel insurance, remain vigilant and avoid entering sealed-off areas known for bear attacks, or they may risk losing their coverage, tourism industry leaders have warned. The warnings came after a rise in bear attacks in Japan over the weekend, prompting the closure of popular destinations known for autumn foliage and hot springs, including Senshu Park in Akita Prefecture and the tourist village of Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture. Chan...

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3 w. ago UN climate summit looks to China as latest data shows flat emissions trend

UN climate summit looks to China as latest data shows flat emissions trend  Financial Times

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3 w. ago How China’s ‘emotional spending’ trend is transforming shopping malls

In a central Wuhan shopping centre, a banner for a new Pop Mart hangs where an Air Jordan store once stood. When the store famous for the wildly popular Labubu figures opens early next year, it will sit next to a Tiffany & Co boutique and across from a Prada shop on the ground floor – space traditionally reserved for high-end purveyors of apparel, jewellery and cosmetics. The mall in the capital of central China’s Hubei province is not an isolated case. Pop Mart and fellow makers of collectible...

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4 w. ago Beijing Reinvigorates its Industrial Sites: A Deep Dive into China’s New Trend of Merging Culture, Industry, and Tourism for the Future, Everything That You Need to Know

Beijing Reinvigorates its Industrial Sites: A Deep Dive into China’s New Trend of Merging Culture, Industry, and Tourism for the Future, Everything That You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

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4 w. ago Hong Kong Olympian Vivian Kong cites ‘racing tourism’ work in Legco bid scrutiny

Hong Kong Olympic gold medallist Vivian Kong Man-wai, who is vying for the Legislative Council seat representing the travel industry, has highlighted her past efforts in promoting “racing tourism” when questioned by election authorities about her ties to the sector. According to documents scrutinised by the Post on Thursday, the 31-year-old fencing star has received backing from some of the city’s heavyweights, including Stephen Ng Tin-hoi, chairman and managing director of Wharf Holdings, and...

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