Search engine banks on global input services demand

Chinese search engine Sogou Inc is pinning its hopes of industry success on its input method for typing Chinese characters, said Sogou's CEO Wang Xiaochuan after the company released its first financial results since its debut on the New York Stock Exchange in November.

PetroChina looking to tap Indonesia's LNG reserves

Once a thriving and lucrative natural resources hub, Indonesia has been struggling to attract investment in recent years because of its declining production, as well as low global oil prices and uncompetitive upstream fiscal terms.

Difficult-to-reach resources provide market opportunity

Indonesia's challenging task of further exploiting its aging oil and gas fields and facilitating exploration in new reserves, which are located in remote and technically challenging areas, gives Chinese oil and gas companies a good chance to further tap the market potential, analysts said.

Fuel giant boosting business through philanthropy efforts

Around two hours' drive from the city of Jambi, capital of Indonesia's Jambi province, one might not notice the small village called Mekar Jaya.

Mattel starts publishing venture

Mattel Inc, one of the world's largest toymakers, has announced a partnership with Chinese game developer NetEase Inc to establish a new publishing and development venture, as the traditional toy brand seeks its transformation in the booming mobile gaming industry.

Bad management adds to woes of some A-share firms

A group of A-share listed Chinese companies have announced or are about to disclose significant losses for 2017, as they have experienced various problems related to bad management and ecological issues.

Country propels digital progress, innovation push

China has seen rapid development in its digital economy and innovation sector, which serves as a new growth engine for the country's economic and social development.

GEIDCO powers schools in Ethiopia

Beijing-based Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization, which aims to meet the global demand for electricity in a clean and green way, has set up its first energy aid program for Africa in Ethiopia.

SOEs leading way in CSR initiatives

State-owned enterprises (SOEs) are making rapid progress in developing their social responsibility practices, according to a report released last Thursday by the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences and the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council.

Hujiang offers courses to rural kids

Online learning service provider Hujiang EdTech is offering free courses to help poverty-stricken left-behind children gain greater access to education.

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Fitch sells its stake in China joint venture

Fitch Ratings Inc has sold its minority stake in its China joint venture, sparking expectations that international ratings agencies might seek independent development in China, as the country has pledged to further open the credit rating sector to foreign players by removing ownership restrictions.