China’s R&D Spending Surpasses $500 Billion in 2024, Driving Global Innovation
China’s research and development (R&D) spending surged in 2024, exceeding 3.6 trillion yuan (approximately $500 billion), reflecting an 8.3% year-on-year increase, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This milestone underscores China’s commitment to technological innovation and positions it as a global leader in R&D efforts. R&D Growth and Economic Contributions In […]
HOTELEX Shanghai 2025: A Gateway to Global Hospitality and Foodservice Innovation
HOTELEX Shanghai Hospitality Equipment & Foodservice Expo, a globally recognized event, is set to return from March 30 to April 2, 2025, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. Building on the success of its 2024 edition, this premier event continues to redefine standards in the hospitality and foodservice industries. Celebrating Over […]
NEPCON China 2025: Shaping the Future of Electronics Assembly and Innovation
NEPCON China, the premier B2B event for the electronics assembly industry, returns on April 22-24, 2025, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center. Organized by RX Greater China, NEPCON China 2025 promises an expansive showcase of cutting-edge technologies and solutions in fields such as SMT, test and measurement equipment, semiconductor packaging, and smart […]
China’s Domestic and International Tourism Flourishes in 2024
China’s tourism sector witnessed remarkable growth in 2024, with domestic and international travel experiencing significant upticks. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism reported 5.615 billion domestic trips, marking a 14.8% increase from the previous year. Domestic travelers spent over 5.75 trillion yuan (approximately $790 billion USD), reflecting a 17.1% rise in revenue year-on-year. Domestic Tourism […]
Unlock Mainland E-commerce: HKTDC Empowers Hong Kong SMEs
The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is taking decisive steps to empower Hong Kong’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to navigate the vast opportunities presented by Mainland China’s booming e-commerce market. Through the second edition of the Hong Kong Shopping Festival, HKTDC offers SMEs a suite of expert-led seminars, consultancy services, and innovative marketing […]
