Overseas investors eye Chinese property
2013-03-25 05:53:48
China may see an increase in property transactions involving international investors in 2013, fueled by the economic recovery and the rosy outlook of China's commercial properties, industry experts said.
Xi's visit shows China-Africa 'brotherly' ties
2013-03-25 01:43:34
China and Tanzania signed trade and cultural exchange agreements as President Xi Jinping arrived in the African country for a 2-day visit. 
Xi arrives in Tanzania for state visit Potential to play a positive role Tanzania 'welcomes overseas investment' Special
Fiscal caution put on budget balance
2013-03-25 01:19:53
Greater prudence in spending and a better budget balance are the goals set by newly appointed cabinet officials at a major economic conference on Sunday.
More efforts to alleviate poverty
2013-03-25 00:38:55
China will allocate more funds to lift its rural population out of poverty, with efforts focused on making education more accessible for the poor.
Car plate auction hits new highs
2013-03-25 00:18:01
The cost of a car license plate hit a record high at an auction in Shanghai on Saturday, skyrocketing to more than 90,000 yuan ($14,480), despite municipal government efforts at regulating the market.
Hail continues causing havoc in South China
2013-03-24 23:41:57
Rainstorms and hail that have caused havoc in southern China over the past week continued to destruct regions on Sunday, local authorities said.
China's rise unlike that of America, Britain
2013-03-24 23:32:06
Martin Jacques, author of the best-selling "When China Rules the World," said China's rise in becoming a global power may not tread the old and disputed paths of the United States and Britain.
President Xi arrives in Tanzania for state visit
2013-03-24 22:27:56
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Sunday for a state visit, which aims to enhance cooperation between China and the East African country. President Xi wraps up visit to Russia Xi hopes China, Russia to boost military ties Opportunities, not threats Special coverage
IMF blocks Cyprus bailout agreement
2013-03-24 15:33:21
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is blocking a bailout agreement for Cyprus by insisting the merger of the Mediterranean island's two largest banks.
President Xi wraps up visit to Russia
2013-03-24 13:58:25
Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up his state visit to Russia and left Moscow Sunday for Dar es Salaam, the capital of Tanzania. Visit 'testifies to bonds' Opportunities, not threats Special
C. African Republic rebels in capital
2013-03-24 10:55:42
Central African Republic rebels clashed with government forces inside the capital on Saturday as they sought to topple President Francois Bozize, prompting France to send in more troops.
Senate passes 1st budget in 4 years
2013-03-24 10:07:27
The US Senate on Saturday narrowly passed its first federal budget in four years, a move that will usher in a relative lull in fiscal wars until an anticipated summer showdown over raising the debt ceiling.