Participation provides options for better management of bilateral ties
Differing interests of members may come in the way of clinching deals
Shanghai's free trade zone offers regulatory clarity that helps attract foreign companies
Caterpillar Inc, the world's largest heavy machinery maker, is anticipating slower expansion in China but it is hoping to tap potential opportunities in Beijing's ambitious Silk Road initiative which is expected to create a new wave of infrastructure development along the ancient trading route.
China's growing demand for high-end automobiles will provide the perfect highway for Infiniti to race at full throttle, said Daniel Kirchert, president of Dongfeng Infiniti Motor Co Ltd and managing director of Infiniti China.
Hong Kong is the most important offshore renminbi trading center in the world, with more than 3 trillion yuan ($490 billion) of the 4.8 trillion yuan global clearing amount as of September. But we should be aware that this could change. Many, including the United Kingdom, France, Germany and Singapore, are fiercely competing for the top slot (in offshore renminbi clearing), and the market is being increasingly carved up. We hope HK can maintain its financial environment to retain the top slot.
Like many international cities, Beijing has blossomed into a shopping paradise for locals and tourists.
Ancient Chinese cloisonne is a cultural icon of Beijing, and visitors often marvel at these truly fine art pieces. In Chinese, it is known as Jingtailan - named after its peak period during the Jingtai period (1450-56) of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). The main color of the enamel was then blue (or lan in Chinese).
Working in clay may remind many Chinese people of their happy childhoods.
With winter coming, Chinese people are already considering how to celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year.
Exploring intangible culture can enrich any visit to the Middle Kingdom, China Daily reports.
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