Educational services undergo major overhaul

The Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone has made significant achievements in upgrading its basic education services over the past few years.

Improved approval efficiency speeds up construction, projects

The Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone is taking measures to support business development and accelerate key projects construction in the area, by improving project approval efficiency and innovating its service models.

Traditional Chinese medicine given new vitality, rises in popularity in area

The Weifang Hi-tech Industrial Development Zone was recognized as a national model for local-level traditional Chinese medicine services by the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine this year.

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Belt and Road Initiative takes auto industry globally

Industry insiders have hailed China's supportive policies as the backbone of expanding international automobile partnerships linked to the Belt and Road Initiative.

Geely powers turnaround at Proton

Zhejiang Geely Holding's recent acquisition of Proton has spurred a turnaround at the Malaysian automaker, according to company executives. They said the rejuvenation plans were part of the auto family's pursuit of a greater global presence. "The Malaysian brand will be positioned as a regional brand, targeting the South-East Asian markets with products developed on Geely's platforms," Li Chunrong, newly appointed CEO of Proton Holdings, said in Shah Alam, Malaysia via a video news conference.

Transport Ministry to double new energy service vehicles goal

The Ministry of Transport has suggested doubling a key new energy target for the transportation sector, as the current goal could be met three years ahead of schedule, according to Cai Tuanjie, a ministry official.

Another FAW shakeup adjusts focus on new key brand goals

An executive reshuffle at State-owned FAW Group seems likely to strengthen supportive measures aimed at helping its Chinese brands achieve their ambitious 2025 targets.

Ford to slash $14 billion in costs under new CEO, shift spending and cut several car models

NEW YORK - Ford Motor will cut $14 billion in costs and drop several car models from its lineup under CEO Jim Hackett, who's focusing the company's future on SUVs, trucks and electrification.

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Renault Seeks Wider Role in electric cars, China in new strategy

Character changes enable city to play its part in development

The mayors of the capital cities of China and Central and Eastern European countries exchanged their understandings of green cities and the role of local governments in cultivating a supportive business environment for companies at a forum held in Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, on Sept 15.

Sino-CEE tourism alliance strengthens friendly relations

With the opportunities provided by the China CEE 16+1 Capitals Mayors Forum held in mid-September, Beijing has signed a series of cultural and arts agreements with Central and Eastern European countries in the form of strategic cooperative partnerships.