Celebrities and high-profile influencers also under scrutiny, with regulators pursuing hundreds of such cases in recent years.
Following Beijing’s proposals for its next half-decade of policymaking, localities are following suit, with a focus on emerging fields.
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Across numerous sectors, China’s firms are setting up shop worldwide – and gaining ground on their well-entrenched competitors.
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From milk tea to blind boxes, China’s lighter consumer brands are winning worldwide recognition – though time will tell if the craze will last.
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City’s internet regulators shut down 70,000 accounts in a ‘special campaign’ against pessimistic content as real estate jitters continue.
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This month’s central economic work conference will set the tone, while top finance official signals more assertive fiscal support.
Private firms need a stable, level playing field, with state-owned enterprises acting as anchors for strategic industries, state-asset watchdog says.
Chinese drinkers are spending less amid an economic slowdown, diluting the profits of Europe’s fine wine producers.
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Beijing capitalises on discounted energy, securing unprecedented Russian shipments in October while global sanctions reshape trade flows.
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Flight loads have surpassed pre-pandemic levels on high-density routes, but China’s carriers are still struggling to balance their books.
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Some state-owned enterprises appear to be quietly banning staff from visiting Japan as tensions between Beijing and Tokyo continue to rise.
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Strongly worded commentary in China’s military mouthpiece comes as several ministries issue travel warnings against Japan in deepening row.
Merchants warn that margins will be squeezed, consumer prices may rise, and firms may shift markets as compliance costs and customs hits bite cross-border trade.
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As local authorities use big data to identify violators, analyst says better enforcement could ease financial strain.
China sees outer space and the polar regions as ‘strategic new frontiers’ vital to its future security – and is investing accordingly.
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From deep in the Arctic Ocean to outer space and cyberspace, Beijing’s focus on technological advancements is reshaping the global strategic balance.
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The bloc has expanded its free-trade agreement with China, a boon for Beijing as it seeks stronger partnerships amid US trade war.
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China is preparing to unveil its next five-year plan, which state media said provided clear direction amid global uncertainty.
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Zero soybean purchases from the US in September as China’s supply diversification continues, while American farmers hold out hope for a trade deal.
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Shipments from Indonesia and Brazil are also up, while purchases of US crude remain suspended, customs data shows.
Talks resume after threats of 100% tariffs and rare earth curbs, signalling a pause in the trade fight ahead of Trump-Xi meeting.
The top economic planner says the goal will also support Beijing’s plan to stimulate domestic consumption.
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Party journal calls for steps to improve policy predictability and support growth amid slowing demand and trade tensions.
The government will now accept candidates aged up to 43 for some positions, a change that comes amid rampant job market age discrimination.
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Beijing and Washington are ratcheting up sanctions and export controls to gain leverage ahead of crucial negotiations, analysts said.
The extended National Day break failed to attract more film-goers to nation’s cinemas despite more screenings and lower ticket prices.
The demonstrations coincide with this year’s extra-long “super golden week” holiday – forecast to spark a surge in overseas travel.
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President Xi Jinping has described offshore wind energy as a key sector in advancing ‘high-quality development’ of marine economy.
Beijing fired back at Washington ahead of Trump’s executive order on TikTok last week, and analysts say it stems from hard-learned lessons.
Beijing, in response to actions it views as violations of the rights of its firms, has a number of measures it can employ - here are six.