Minor adjustments expected for income tax system

A heated debate has been going on in the Chinese media about a possible reform of the income tax system this year.

New rules aim to help older travelers

China has introduced a new guideline covering services, safety and healthcare for senior tourists. The standard, which will take effect on Sept 1, is the first national industry standard to focus on the needs of a specific group.

Chinese tourist wave splashes into Japan

Chinese visitors to Japan more than doubled their hotel stays in 2015, and they are spending more on personal items rather than on goods such as electrical appliances.

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Migrants fewer in Shanghai

Shanghai's permanent migrant population shrank for the first time in 15 years in 2015, according to recently released data.

Young people seek white-collar jobs

Becoming a white-collar worker is the top job choice for the young generation of migrant workers, in sharp contrast to their parents, who are mostly manual laborers making money by working overtime and living a frugal life.

Ambition, boredom push 17-year-old to city

Though it may seem too early for a girl to earn a living for her family, Li Shuya has never regretted her decision to become a second-generation migrant worker at the age of 17.

Mainland entrepreneurs sparking boom in startups

A favorable climate for entrepreneurship has boosted startup activity in China, though the quality of business creation still needs to be improved, according to a study by the National Survey and Research Center at Renmin University of China.

Tide of remembrance for forgotten sailors

At Pier Head in the port of Liverpool in the United Kingdom stands a black marble plaque that looks out over the Atlantic Ocean.

Home thoughts from abroad for old sea dogs

First Person | Lin Jintai and Lu Liangkang

A look back at the 25 goals of 2015

1 Revitalize more than 212.4 billion yuan in central finance fund stock.

China meets all but one State goal

A review of China's accomplishments during the 12th Five-year Plan (2011-15) shows remarkable progress amid the country's transition to healthier and more sustainable economic growth.