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Language and cultural barriers put pressure on large and small companies alike, but I would argue the economy is the main thing that affects the Chinese business practices that foreigners find the most jarring. Read more>>
Dec 29, 2014 Comments(8)
Uber is a company that has constantly been in the news in 2014 due to its aggressive expansion, controversial business practices and unpopularity with the Taxicab industry. How has Uber faired in China? ... Read More>>
Dec 10, 2014 Comments(2)
As China becomes a heavyweight contender on the world stage, let’s take a look at the skyscrapers it is famous for, its plans for building more in the future as well as some health and safety issues this may present. ... Read More>>
Oct 30, 2014 Comments(2)
Reuters China recently reported that the company with the highest profits in the world is China’s ICBC, beating Apple to the top spot. Several other Chinese companies also made it into the top ten list, showing China’s prominence in the global economy. ... Read More>>
Aug 28, 2014 Comments(8)
A number of Chinese designed and produced products have been taking the global market by storm. From technology to fashion, here are nine Chinese goods that have placed China on the map in terms of innovation and quality. ... Read More>>
Aug 23, 2014 Comments(20)
China is no stranger to large scale building projects. From building the Great Wall to the Grand Canal, China has always worked on a grand scale. No longer fazed by futuristic skyscrapers or monuments to commercialism, China has entered the building of ...... Read More>>
Aug 19, 2014 Comments(10)
China’s attack on Apple over the last few years has been well documented, but their focus on foreign companies has widened to include foreign car manufacturers. Accused of breaking China’s anti-monopoly laws, numerous luxury car makers face punishments ...... Read More>>
Jul 17, 2014 Comments(48)
Close to ten million Chinese people have emigrated abroad since 1990. But as local demographics change and new migrants continue to stream in, not all locals welcome their new, foreign neighbors with open arms. Here are four reasons why. ... Read More>>
Jul 15, 2014 Comments(4)
The number of wealthy Chinese that have emerged since China’s reform and opening up movement has shocked the world. But not everyone achieved wealth through riding various “get rich” waves. Here are a few types of wealthy Chinese who made their fortunes ...... Read More>>
Jul 04, 2014 Comments(10)
The topic of China’s rigorous rote learning style of education is a contentious one, with its main detractors pointing to the idea that the gruelling schedule and repoetitive learning style stifles creativity and original thinking. In this article, ...... Read More>>
Jun 10, 2014 Comments(26)
As China has transitioned into a world superpower, the Middle Kingdom has taken centre stage on the world’s media platform, particularly in light of recent growing tensions with the US. This article translated from wenxuecity.com explores some incredible ...... Read More>>
Apr 21, 2014 Comments(5)
Finding a meaningful job that comes with decent pay is no easy task. The alternate route of starting your own business in China is just as daunting, and far more difficult. Studies, however, show time and time again that entrepreneurs and small businesses ...... Read More>>
Apr 15, 2014 Comments(7)
This article explores the current trend of Chinese parents frantically buying up property in areas close to reputable schools in order to give their children access to better education. This in turn is driving up housing prices. But who is really to blame: ...... Read More>>
Mar 18, 2014 Comments(15)
Canada’s sudden announcement of the end of its investment immigration scheme quickly set off a Chinese media storm. The immigrant plans of Chinese people (especially those who are wealthy) have played a significant role in the reorganization of world ...... Read More>>
Mar 03, 2014 Comments(14)
The Chinese are coming, the Chinese are coming. The Chinese are coming to a theater near you. As China’s economy and exchanges with the world have seen rapid growth over the last three decades, there has also been a growth of China using its soft power.... Read More>>
Feb 27, 2014 Comments(6)
In the past eight years, the price of domestic goods has been steadily rising. According to statistics, while the RMB gradually appreciated in value against foreign currency, it has actually devalued internally as domestic prices rose. ... Read More>>
Feb 03, 2014 Comments(8)
The tension between China and Japan is well-known and on occasion overzealous nationalists have highlighted this by smashing up Japanese made vehicles. But cars aren’t the only Japanese made inventions that have become synonymous with everyday life. Here ...... Read More>>
Jan 21, 2014 Comments(11)
China recently published their annual National Report for 2013. The statistics provided in the report give an interesting insight into China’s recent and future growth. ... Read More>>
Jan 20, 2014 Comments(4)
In order to get your fix of China related news and current affairs, as well as staying in the know, here is a list of our favorite 10 China based correspondents. ... Read More>>
Nov 20, 2013 Comments(10)
Despite an increasing number of students returning home, China is still experiencing the greatest brain-drain in the world as its top talent chooses to stay abroad. This translated article tries to figure out why.... Read More>>
Nov 07, 2013 Comments(5)
The argument that Chinese innovation can’t thrive; that China is an imitator, not an originator is pervasive in many circles. However, with the growth of businesses like Xiaomi, does this argument really carry weight? ... Read More>>
Oct 29, 2013 Comments(4)
On October 16 the annual Forbes China Rich List was published. In 2012 it contained 113 billionaires; this year there are 168. All together the top 100 richest people in China are worth 347.46 billion RMB. This translated article introduces the list and ...... Read More>>
Oct 24, 2013 Comments(4)
Though “top 10 brands” is a phrase often parroted by storekeepers in the newly transformed China, this report discovers that there is much more to this than meets the eye. ... Read More>>
Sep 09, 2013 Comments(10)
With the recent expansion of China’s consumer market, it’s the perfect time to consider starting a consulting company in China. Here, we explain a few key factors that need to be taken into account should you wish to enter thus lucrative field.... Read More>>
Aug 27, 2013 Comments(5)
The National Bureau of Statistics recently published data that shows a continual increase in rental prices over the last 42 months. Increasing rental prices for housing in China has been a source of frustration for people across the country, but which ...... Read More>>
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