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Hefei National High-tech Zone: Pioneering Low-Carbon and Eco-Friendly Living

A panoramic view of green spaces in the Hefei National High-tech Industry Development Zone.

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Asian Manufacturing Growth Propels Global Supply Chain Activity

GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index July 2024

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China’s Trade Reaches Record High in First Half of 2024

China's Trade Reaches Record High in First Half of 2024.

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Shanghai Welcomes Foreign Tourists with New Cruise Ship Visa-Free Initiative

Shanghai at night

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Tianjin International Shipping Industry Expo 2024 Opens to Global Audience

Aerial view of tianjin skyline in the afternoon

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