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Taicang emerging as modern city

The government of Taicang, a city in the southeastern part of Jiangsu province, has an ambitious plan to build it into a modern city that balances urbanization with protection of the natural environment.

Great place to invest, says German CEO

A pioneer in terms of attracting foreign investment, Taicang has witnessed sustained economic growth in the past few decades.

Port zone, a base for Yangtze Delta manufacturing

China Taicang Port Development Zone, the largest foreign trade port area in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, has become a key production base for manufacturers from China and abroad.

No light work will end climate change

On March 23 more than 150 countries across the world switched off their lights for an hour to show their support to create a sustainable planet.

Warming to a green theme at socially-conscious drink maker

More and more international companies in China are shifting to a "greener" culture as the central government makes no bones about its resolution to create a more environmentally friendly economy, as discussed and determined at the recently concluded two sessions.

Jiangsu opens bonded zone in Nantong

Nantong is now home to Jiangsu province's national comprehensive bonded zone after getting the green light to upgrade its export-processing zone in January from the State Council.

Report: Prospects good for Hunan's industries

The central province of Hunan has the brightest prospects for industrial development, according to a recent report released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

Province finding right recipe for business success

Strategic improvements to the business environment in Hunan province are starting to pay dividends, local officials said.

Industrial parks play crucial role in local economic development

Economic development zones in Hunan province are increasingly important as pilot regions for innovative policies, while they also serve as magnets for industries and investment, said Deputy Governor He Baoxiang.

Making the real difference

What is the best way to put charitable goods you collect to good use?

White tea lifts Guizhou county out of poverty

Ou Daiju, a farmer in Zheng'an in Southwest China's Guizhou province, works hard every day to support his six-member family in this State-level poverty-alleviation county.