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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>>
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 02, 2015 Comments(12)
It's almost graduation season in China, which means a slew of articles about China's university graduates and the challenges that they face from the Chinese media. Now, founding or working for start ups is more popular than ever for Chinese graduates. ... Read More>>
Feb 05, 2013 Comments(4)
Even though China has struggled greatly in the past, the country has prospered enormously during the early stages of the current era of globalization. But what will China’s economy look like in the future? Will it become the next world superpower? ... Read More>>
Mar 05, 2015 Comments(10)
Environmental issues have shot to the forefront of public debate in China this week, following the release of Chai Jing’s documentary, “Under the Dome”. This translated article details the environmental challenges that China faces in 2015. ... Read More>>
May 14, 2015 Comments(4)
Which colleges in China produce the graduates with the highest salaries? China Research Institute recently released a list of the top 100 universities in China with high salaries after graduation. ... Read More>>
Feb 27, 2012 Comments(1)
It's hard enough starting a business in your own country, but imagine doing it abroad. Language barriers, differences in business practices, licensing requirements and visas all affect a small business' ability to get off the ground. Even more than at home, ...... 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>>
Feb 16, 2017 Comments(5)
Ticket prices for G and D trains travelling between 200 and 250 kilometers will increase in April due to increased competition and changes in pricing policy. ... Read More>>
Feb 21, 2017 Comments(2)
Chinese officials have issued regulations disallowing foreigners from using live-streaming applications to broadcast in China. ... Read More>>
Jul 26, 2012 Comments(0)
Robin Li, founder of Baidu. Photo: stephendenny.com China is the fastest developing nation, growing at an average rate of 10% a year since 1978. In 2010, it passed Japan as the world's second largest economy and currently has a GDP of more than $7.2 ...... 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>>
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>>
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>>
Jul 12, 2013 Comments(1)
Stella and Richard are two Chinese white collar workers who enjoyed successful careers at foreign companies when China first opened up to the world. Now middle-aged, the pair are struggling to progress in light of recent economic troubles and shifting ...... Read More>>
Mar 08, 2017 Comments(2)
A recent survey by KPMG indicates that Shanghai may be the next Silicon Valley. Could it be true? ... 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>>
Mar 07, 2013 Comments(6)
As expats living in China, we cannot help but conjecture over many facets of life here. However, subjective claims often get broadly categorized as “biased”. One way to add a bit of objectivity to our criticisms and praise is to look at various ...... Read More>>
Mar 24, 2013 Comments(2)
The recent story regarding the thousands of dead pigs washed up in Shanghai’s Huangpu River has caused a media storm, however the real reason for their death remains a mystery. Here, one report pinpoints the use of arsenic in pigs’ diets as a possible ...... Read More>>
Oct 01, 2015 Comments(5)
A list of Hollywood movies that have surrendered artistic integrity to be included in the 34 foreign movies allowed to play in China every year. ... 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>>
Apr 21, 2015 Comments(4)
Looking to go into business in China? There are a number of very lucrative low-cost high profit industries currently on the rise. Here are six industries booming China with very high profit margins.... 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>>
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>>
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