Sustainable growth the driving force for future mobility

Sustainable economic growth will be the most critical aspect for China's mobility and automobile use by 2030, and its constraints on vehicle use and environmental regulations will also be key drivers, according to a report published on Tuesday by Rand Corp, a non-profit think tank.

Climate goal calls for push on solar, wind

China's new pledge to curb greenhouse gas emissions means the world's biggest carbon polluter must make a more aggressive push to install solar and wind power, according to an industry association.

WB expects 7.1% GDP expansion

Latest China snapshot says progress made in structural adjustments toward 'new normal'

Top legislature ratifies BRICS bank deal

China's top legislature ratified an agreement on the founding of the BRICS New Development Bank, which will fund infrastructure projects in the region and other developing economies, on Wednesday.

Cummins marks 40th year in China with green efforts

Cummins Inc, the United States engine maker, is expanding its work in China dedicated to promoting and developing green and power-efficient technologies.

Pilot creates welfare blueprint for left-behind children

Wang Xinrui, a 13-year-old girl from Wenlou village in Henan province, has had to live with her grandmother, because her parents, like so many other migrant workers from underdeveloped central and western regions of the country, were forced to stay away from home to earn their livings.

Mobile Internet proves massive boost to charity

While reshaping the way people shop, talk, and entertain themselves, the use of mobile Internet in China is also proving an invaluable tool in helping Chinese become more generous and charitable, according to a new report.

Rich pickings in Europe for Chinese firms, say experts

Chinese companies in Europe are probably looking at the best time to expand investments on the continent as several European nations are facing pressure to maintain a people's welfare system and create new growth avenues in trade, services and financial sectors, experts said on Wednesday.

Foreign hedge funds scent huge opportunities in China

Foreign hedge funds are looking to leverage on China's favorable outbound investment policies to raise more funds from wealthy Chinese individuals planning to invest abroad.

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Volatility snaps marginal gains on nation's bourses

Uncertainties still remain amid wild fluctuations, say market sources

BOC to lend $100 billion over three years

Bank of China Ltd plans to extend more credit to local enterprises and further expand its overseas businesses to take advantage of opportunities arising from the Belt and Road Initiative.