Chengdu An Ideal New Economy Hub

Chengdu has formulated an answer to how a city can transform itself and stand out from the competition by developing the new economy.

Businesses flock to innovative center

The Chengdu city government announced at a conference on Nov 9 that it will develop the new economy as a strategic driving force for local growth, to build a modern economic system. Since then, a group of related projects have started to gather in the capital of Sichuan province.

City of Hibiscus puts creative thinking cap on to spur growth

The development of the creative industry in Chengdu, also known as the City of Hibiscus, will be expanded to a new level, fueling overall economic growth, according to officials.

China Marine Economy Expo to float the boats of 2017 visitors

The annual China Marine Economy Expo will swing into action again in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province, on Dec 14-17, to promote global marine industrial communications and development.

GAC Motor provides fleet for Fortune Global Forum in major brand boost

GAC Motor has become the car and mobility provider for the 2017 Fortune Global Forum currently taking place in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, a sign of the Chinese carmaker's fast growth and rising brand recognition. The Guangzhou-headquartered carmaker is providing 380 GA8 sedans, GS8 SUVs and GM8 multi-purpose vehicles for participants of the forum, including government officials, senior business executives and leading economists.

Expanding value chain, upping investment goals

Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone achieved outstanding economic results in the first 10 months of 2017 with support from leading businesses, professional industrial parks and State-owned companies.

Drivers get into the zone when it comes to road, traffic safety

The Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone is this year taking the initiative to improve road safety and conditions, among its efforts to support the Weifang Quality City Construction project.

Medical services look set to get clean bill of health from quality initiative

Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone is pushing to improve the quality of its medical services, to help create a better quality of life for local residents.

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GE aims to foster emerging Biopharma market in Guangzhou

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Ford Motor to expand SUV, electric, connected China lineup

Ford Motor Co is set to feature more SUVs, electric and connected vehicles in its China lineup, as part of its efforts to grow its current revenue by 50 percent in the world's largest car market by 2025.

Connectivity set to overhaul manufacturing

Guangzhou Development District, the Economic and Information Commission of Guangdong Province and the Guangzhou government will establish a demonstration zone for the industrial internet, according to an agreement signed at the China Industry Internet Conference held in November.