UN chief hails DPRK's release of two US citizens
2014-11-09 14:42:54
Ban Ki-moon welcomed the release of two US nationals by the DPRK, voicing his hope that "the positive momentum for improving relations among the concerned parties" will be built on.
APEC adopts FTAAP roadmap
2014-11-08 21:32:48
Ministers of the APEC members agreed to "launch and comprehensively and systemically push forward the FTAAP process."
China, Canada ink currency deal
2014-11-08 20:31:44
China's central bank signed a currency swap deal worth 200 billion yuan (32.79 billion U.S. dollars) with the central bank of Canada.
China, Tajikistan pledge economic cooperation
2014-11-08 17:07:35
China will enhance its cooperation with Tajikistan in energy, transportation and agriculture and expedite the construction of China-Central Asia Gas Pipelines.
Japan urged to create good atmosphere
2014-11-08 16:37:11
China said on Saturday it hopes Japan can create a favourable atmosphere for an expected meeting between the two countries' leaders.
APEC ministers adopt FTAAP Beijing Roadmap
2014-11-08 15:23:57
Ministers of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) members on Saturday reached consensus on the Beijing Roadmap for APEC to push forward the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP) process.
New York City home to only 2m rats
2014-11-08 15:04:46
The Big Apple is home to mere 2 million rats, far less than the 8 million rats, or one for every human resident, said in an urban lore dating back a century.
China to face trade challenges in 2015: MOC
2014-11-08 11:56:41
China may face notable trade challenges next year, said a report from the Ministry of Commerce. The report, the autumn version this year, focuses on China's foreign trade in 2014 and 2015.
Xi backs Tajikistan's link plan
2014-11-08 10:18:10
China would like to work more closely with Tajikistan to assist its ambition to become a transport corridor for trade leading to countries in Central Asia and the Gulf region.
Bund loses luster as luxury retailers leave
2014-11-08 10:17:36
The Bund, one of Shanghai's most chic and high-end shopping areas, needs to recover from losing several luxury brand tenants in recent years by restructuring its commercial landscape.
Apple hits back at malware in China
2014-11-08 09:09:32
Apple has begun blocking malicious software aimed at users of its products in China, the iPhone maker announced the steps following a report on Thursday.
Record 'Singles Day' online sales expected
2014-11-08 08:55:12
This year's "Singles Day" shopping spee, which happens annually in China on Nov 11, is expected to generate record levels of online spending.