Hong Kong remains top services hub for Chinese firms expanding overseas
Mainland Chinese enterprises are increasingly adopting comprehensive global business strategies, targeting both advanced economies and emerging markets, according to new research from the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). The survey highlights Hong Kong’s pivotal role in helping these firms navigate challenges such as shifting trade policies, protectionism, and supply chain reconfigurations. Among globally-minded businesses, […]
China Launches AI + Construction Machinery Competition With XCMG
The 15th China Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition has opened registration for its “AI + Construction Machinery” division, running from August 13 to September 15, with project submissions due by September 25 (Beijing Time). Co-organized by XCMG, a leading Chinese construction machinery manufacturer, the competition focuses on advancing intelligent and green technologies for the industry under […]
China advances global AI governance with open-source models and new international body
China is advancing a comprehensive approach to global AI governance, balancing open-source innovation with safety measures and international cooperation. At the 2026 World AI Conference (WAIC) and High-Level Meeting on Global AI Governance, President Xi Jinping called for a just and equitable system for global AI governance, emphasizing that AI should be people-centered and benefit […]
Chongqing Promotes Trade and Investment Opportunities in Malaysia
A global promotional event for the “China, An Opportunity: Chongqing Brands” campaign took place in Malaysia on July 30, highlighting Chongqing’s economic achievements and opportunities from its continued opening-up. The event aimed to deepen cooperation between Chongqing and Malaysia, as well as expand engagement with ASEAN markets. The gathering attracted nearly 200 guests from both […]
XTransfer Summit 26 Draws 4,500+ Exporters as Chinese SMEs Push Global Growth
XTransfer, a Chinese cross-border payment platform for B2B trade, hosted its annual summit in Shenzhen on August 14, 2026, drawing over 4,500 foreign trade enterprises and more than 50 banks and financial institutions. The event, known as XTransfer Summit 26, focused on how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can navigate global uncertainties, including geopolitical tensions […]
South Africa-China Energy Investment Conference Opens at POWERCHINA HQ
The South Africa-China Electricity and Energy Investment Conference opened on August 3 at POWERCHINA‘s headquarters in Beijing, marking a significant step in advancing long-term energy partnerships between the two countries. The two-day event, organized by South Africa’s Department of Electricity and Energy and the South African Embassy in China, with support from POWERCHINA, brought together […]
Malaysia and Hong Kong deepen business ties at Kuala Lumpur forum
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) hosted its flagship overseas promotion, Think Business, Think Hong Kong (TBTHK), in Kuala Lumpur on August 11, drawing some 1,600 business leaders from Malaysia and Hong Kong. The event aimed to connect Malaysian companies with capital, expertise, and opportunities for regional expansion, particularly into the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater […]
Gen Z Visitors Explore Guizhou’s Global Market Integration
In the mountains of southwest China’s Guizhou Province, industries once unlikely to be associated with a remote inland region are finding their way into global markets. A recent visit by a group of international Gen Z visitors highlighted how local production is increasingly integrated into worldwide supply chains. In Jiangkou County, Tongren, stands what local […]
Shenzhen Opens First Direct Passenger Flight to Central Asia, Strengthening China–Uzbekistan Business Links
Shenzhen has launched its first direct passenger route to Central Asia, marking a notable step forward in China–Uzbekistan connectivity and creating new opportunities for trade, investment, and cross-border business travel. The new non-stop service links Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport with Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Operated by Uzbekistan Airways, the new route is the first […]
CPHI & PMEC China 2026 to Host Asia’s Largest Pharma Event in Shanghai
CPHI & PMEC China 2026 is scheduled to be held from June 16 to 18, 2026, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. The event, recognized as Asia’s largest pharmaceutical trade show, will build on its previous successes, with expectations of over 110,000 attendees and more than 3,600 exhibitors from local and international markets. This […]