Brand China was the main attraction at the Brand Finance Place Brand Forum 2026 at Guildhall in London on May 21st.
The forum brought together global brand leaders, diplomats, and policymakers to explore...
Galeries Lafayette’s Beijing store will close after 13 years, reflecting changing consumer habits, evolving retail trends and shifting shopping culture in China.
On a recent weekend in Beijing, shoppers...
On 21st May the China-Britain Business Council’s Chinese Shakespeare Supper and UK-China Business Awards was held in London.
King’s College London, Silverstream, Clan Healthcare and the Royal Shakespeare...
New Chinese car brand LEPAS is to debut in the UK in late 2026 with first dealership partnerships appointed.
LEPAS is a design-led, new energy vehicle brand from carmaker Chery International.
Carmaker...
Chinese tea chain Mixue comes into the spotlight after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s visit to Beijing, highlighting its rapid overseas expansion and low-price strategy across global markets.
During his recent...
Suzhou in Eastern China is becoming a home away from home for global industry leaders with its welcoming business and lifestyle environment.
At the state-of-the-art China campus of German industrial giant...
As AI costs rise, China is building shared computing platforms that allow businesses to access AI power like electricity or cloud utilities.
When Chinese AI entrepreneur Li Zhong talks about the biggest...
Yiwu sees an early surge in World Cup-related orders as the 2026 FIFA World Cup expansion drives demand for customised football goods and global sports merchandise.
With just over a month left before the...
Global brands are gathering at the Hainan Expo as China’s consumer market expands. Discover why companies see Hainan as a key gateway to Chinese shoppers.
Global brands are turning to China with renewed...
A WSBK victory is boosting demand for the Chinese motorcycle brand ZXMOTO, as racing success begins to influence consumer behaviour in China’s fast-growing market.
A recent racing victory is beginning...
China’s sci-fi industry generated 126.1 billion yuan, marking steady growth across literature, film, gaming and emerging AI-driven content.
The total revenue of China’s science fiction industry reached...
In China, bird-watching has become a rising trend among Gen Z, driving a booming bird-watching economy.
As temperatures rise in spring, migratory birds begin their great migration, marking the golden season...
China’s pharmaceutical innovation is entering a new global phase, driven by faster R&D, lower costs, and rising international recognition.
China’s pharmaceutical innovation is entering a new stage,...
“Blossom chasers” in China are fueling a booming blossom economy, bringing new business opportunities for young travellers.
As spring comes, numerous “blossom chasers” travel across China to embrace a...
China’s yacht market is expanding rapidly as leisure boating shifts from a luxury niche to a popular lifestyle choice.
For Li Zhexuan, a tourist from central China, a recent trip to Sanya had a clear focus....
You’ve heard of the one-man band; now meet the one-person company—where AI provides the orchestra for a new generation of solo entrepreneurs.
In early 2024, Sam Altman suggested that artificial intelligence...
China has reclaimed the top spot in the global billionaire ranking with 1,110 billionaires, according to the Hurun Global Rich List 2026, as AI drives new wealth creation.
China has once again become the...
Chinese technology firms showcased AI-driven devices and computing solutions at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, including new robotics concepts and AI-enabled smartphones.
From March 2nd to 5th,...
Chinese private-sector leaders highlight AI-driven opportunities while calling for stronger resilience, financing support, and cybersecurity safeguards amid rapid industry transformation.
As China begins...
Hong Kong’s 2026/27 Budget introduces HK$10 billion funds to support AI, life sciences and advanced industries, reinforcing its ambition to become a global innovation hub.
On February 25th, Hong Kong unveiled...
Beijing hosts the inaugural China-UK Financial Working Group meeting, strengthening bilateral cooperation on financial stability, capital markets, and RMB offshore development.
The inaugural meeting of...
Young people in Europe hold positive and pragmatic views of China, particularly regarding trade, technology and cooperation.
A survey released on Feb. 4th revealed that the overall image of China among...
China’s doll-dress economy is booming as young adults spend on miniature fashion for Labubu and other designer toys.
Mini suits, pants, hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing), and Victorian dresses are not...
IKEA China will close seven large stores starting February 2nd as it shifts focus to smaller-format stores in major cities like Beijing and Shenzhen.
IKEA China will close seven large stores across the...
AstraZeneca plans to invest over £12 billion in China by 2030 to expand R&D and production of innovative therapies, including cell and radioligand treatments, boosting UK-China life science cooperation.
Global...
From Chinese kitchens to global shelves, Lao Gan Ma’s “Old Godmother” chilli sauce delivers authenticity the world craves.
Lao Gan Ma, the iconic chilli sauce brand, has filled Chinese kitchens for decades....
Discover how a young Chinese entrepreneur brings Shengzhou xiaolongbao abroad, connecting cultures and sharing a taste of home with international customers.
At the start of 2026, while many were still...
China has introduced new rules to regulate AI-generated virtual hosts in live-streaming e-commerce, strengthening labelling requirements and platform accountability to prevent misinformation.
China has...
In 2025, China’s private sector strengthened trade, innovation, and global competitiveness amid economic uncertainty, supported by clearer rules and sustained market momentum.
As global economic uncertainty...
Explore how China’s smart glasses are transforming technology, consumer experiences, and the global wearable market in 2025 and beyond.
As 2025 comes to a close, smart glasses are emerging as a new way...
China’s Hainan Free Trade Port launches island-wide customs operations, widening zero-tariff coverage and easing trade rules to attract global business and investment.
China’s Hainan Free Trade Port officially...
China has outlined plans to develop three major innovation hubs in Beijing, Shanghai, and the Greater Bay Area, aiming to strengthen research, talent, and technology growth.
China’s Central Economic Work...