Made in China 2025 roadmap updated

China aims to become the world's leading manufacturer of telecommunication, railway and electrical power equipment by 2025, as the country ramps up its implementation of the Made in China 2025 strategy, according to a new roadmap released on Friday.

Drone-maker DJI to develop more industry applications

Shenzhen-based DJI is looking to develop more industrial applications even as it continues to consolidate its lead in the consumer drone market, a top executive said on Friday.

Siemens' Guangdong JV to aid mainland's energy goals

Germany's Siemens AG announced on Thursday the establishment of a new joint venture with Guangzhou Suikai Power Co Ltd in the capital of Guangdong province, aiming to further increase its presence in the mainland market.

IN BRIEF (Page 6)

Climate change hits the poorest hardest

It was the flu that made Jordan Lee, 10, miss an important final-term exam. The night of Nov 12 was a nightmare. When Lee's temperature hit 40 C and stayed there, he was admitted to Caritas Medical Centre in Hong Kong and remained there until the fever abated.

Great Wall's guardian wins over locals

A farmer committed to guarding the Great Wall from damage or theft in Hebei province is intent on preserving the cultural treasure in its original state.

Innovation helps bring home the bacon in Chongqing

Chongqing has introduced a smoke-free device to allow residents to once again make smoked bacon, after the traditional method was banned for contributing to air pollution.

Around China

Hubei

Rescued from a life of crime by strangers

Tan Denghong, 39, a farmer in Yumuzhai village, Hubei province

Children at play showed me a true picture of modern China

I was with 8-year-old Wang Fuman on Saturday when he was given a tour of the campus at the People's Public Security University of China.

Farming shakeup is magnet for migrants

Most villages in rural China have experienced an exodus of young people over the past two decades - but Daicun in Linyi, Shandong province, has seen an influx of migrants keen to benefit from its development.

Laoting clay sculpture experiences a revival

For nearly 50 years, Zhao Yuming has been immersed in his own world of clay figurines. At 62, Zhao is the only remaining clay sculpture master craftsman in Laoting county, Hebei province.