President Xi Jinping called on the country's writers, artists and theorists to boost cultural confidence and create good works for the people on Monday.
President Xi Jinping's important speeches in recent years have set the direction for the development of China's social sciences and the creation of artists, political advisers said on Monday.
Awareness just as valuable as products for consumers
While most of the world looks to calm anxiety from an economic slowdown, China, the most important global growth engine, is finding ways to maintain its vitality through supportive macro policies and technology-driven innovation.
Chinese travel service company Ctrip's experience in gaining mainstream acceptance of its train ticket booking app in the United Kingdom demonstrates the importance of branding.
National political advisers have been asked to make greater efforts this year to offer suggestions about major tasks to help build the country into a moderately prosperous society in all respects.
The government will propose a detailed plan to the top legislature this week to reduce taxes and fees, with an annual target that would cut more than 1.3 trillion yuan ($194 billion) to promote manufacturing and strengthen private companies' confidence, high-ranking officials said.
An online survey by China Daily and 25 global media outlets found that China's foreign policy was the top concern among global internet users.
Visa-free transit services expanded to attract more visitors
China has played a key role in safeguarding global health and tackling infectious diseases. In the age of globalization, infectious diseases are spreading at faster rates due to increasing exchanges, human mobility and global trade. It is vital to establish emergency response mechanisms, including a set of effective prevention and control measures, to cope with sudden outbreaks of contagious diseases such as bird flu, SARS and Ebola.
Technology is making life easier for travelers in China, the country with the highest number of smartphone users.