Businesses told to learn from foreign NGOs

NGOs from overseas can provide valuable recommendations and consultations to help Chinese businesses adapt to different business environments in countries supporting the Belt and Road Initiative, representatives of the NGOs said on Wednesday.

Italy rolls out red carpet for Chinese tourists

Mandarin signs are being added at airports and railway stations in Italy, and free Wi-Fi services are being set up at public venues to make Chinese tourists' visits to the country easier and happier, a senior Italian official said.

Thailand To Buy Chinese Submarines

Thailand signed an agreement on Friday to import Chinese-made attack submarines.

Science Cooperation Network In Works

China aims to complete a cooperative network in science and technology for countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative by 2030, it was announced Tuesday.

Egypt To Sign Memorandum On Technology Transfers

A memorandum of understanding between China and Egypt is expected to be signed on Saturday, with the aim of developing a cooperative network for technology transfers, top scientists in China and foreign representatives said.

Manure To Resume Its Former Glory As Fertilizer In New Plan

The Ministry of Agriculture will encourage the use of manure and reduce chemical fertilizers to make its agricultural industry more environmentally friendly and cost-efficient, according to plans announced on Tuesday.

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New healthcare pricing policy has positive results

A move to scrap drug price markups has shown early signs of success in optimizing medical resources - particularly the work of specialists - and in lowering the costs of medicine for most patients, according to the Beijing health authority.

Parents asked to take exam to enroll kids

Two private schools in Shanghai were punished by the municipality's education authorities for asking the parents of students who participated in interviews on Saturday to take exams.

Rain abates, but more is forecast

The heavy rains that battered Guangdong province and the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region over the weekend waned on Monday, but the cleanup is still in progress.

Captive tiger breeding improves genetic quality

HARBIN - Chinese researchers are using artificial breeding with captive-bred Siberian tigers to improve their genetic quality.

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