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Compared with a subway, commuter trains' construction, operation and maintenance costs are much cheaper. But whether Beijing needs to open more commuter train routes should be decided based on comprehensive public demand."

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Premier: Ties with Hanoi are improving

[2014-10-17 07:08]

Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday that China and Vietnam "have overcome their difficulties through joint efforts" after maritime problems and a standoff flared in May.

EU squabbling holds back Beijing relationship

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Retired European politician Romano Prodi said Brussels would be making a "stupid" mistake if it does not grant China market economy status before it is automatically given by 2016 under the World Trade Organization accession agreement.

Italian fashion houses plan to enter China

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Italy is home to some of the world's most famous fashion labels and designers. From Gucci, Armani to Valentino and Dolce & Gabbana, the country turns out top talent and designs that have a worldwide appeal.

Nations sign 7 tech-transfer deals

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Seven technology transfer agreements were signed at the 5th China Italy Innovation Forum, held Thursday in Milan in the presence of Premier Li Keqiang and Italian Prime Minister Matteo Ranzi.

Hopes rise for racing lottery

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But some insiders doubtful that betting will be legalized soon

Apple returns to court over patent dispute

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Technology giant Apple returned to court on Thursday in an administrative dispute with China's intellectual property authority.

Nuclear testing so secret workers didn't know

[2014-10-17 07:08]

Wang Suide and his colleagues did not know that they had been working on an atomic bomb project until they saw the news on TV after the test was a success.