BEIJING'S BUSINESS HUB TAKES ON NEW IMAGE

Changing pattern of demand fuels diversification

Beijing's Central Business District, known for its designer shopping malls, high-end offices, multinational banks and iconic skyscrapers, is changing its image to meet the diverse demands of a wider customer base.

China World Mall, built in 1990, is a flagship shopping space in the CBD that is home to boutique stores including Louis Vuitton, Fendi, Cartier and Mulberry.