Sound bites from CPC congress

2012-11-12 07:51:15

"If public transportation runs smoothly, it will be convenient for travelers. Giving priority to public transportation is giving priority to the people."

Int'l board plan put on hold

2012-11-12 04:25:12

Chinese securities regulators have decided to shelve launching an "international board" for the mainland stock market but plan to expand the renminbi investment quota for foreign financial institutions and open more avenues for overseas investors.

Banking sector in good health: top officials

2012-11-12 02:24:55

The banking sector remains largely healthy, and market-oriented reform will be continued prudently, finance officials said.

Dream to travel with ease

2012-11-12 07:52:17

Nearly two years into my move to China, I can say with conviction that if I had to do it all over again, I would do one thing differently: buy a bicycle as soon as I arrived.

Datong prepares for movement of shantytown dwellers

2012-11-12 07:51:59

Wandering through the old city of Datong in Shanxi province is a dramatic and diverse experience.

Patent applications, R&D spending up sharply

2012-11-12 07:43:08

The number of invention patents applied for in China increased by more than 20 percent this year, exhibiting the fastest growth rate for that activity seen anywhere in the world.

Intl opinions hail China's development path

2012-11-12 07:30:33

China's development path over the past decade has gained extensive recognition by international opinions.

Sany searching for M&A deals in EU

2012-11-12 07:26:49

Sany Group, a leading producer of construction machinery, said it will continue to seek merger and acquisition opportunities in the European Union.

China's economy regains momentum

2012-11-11 07:28:45

China's economy is regaining momentum and growth of the world's second largest economy will exceed 7.5 percent in 2012.

October exports up but govt remains cautious

2012-11-11 09:09:46

China's overseas shipment for October beat market expectations with accelerated growth, but the authorities warned of "much grim and severe" prospects for the nation's exports.

Experts urge focus on mending social disparity

2012-11-11 14:07:11

Tackling social disparity and guarding against inflation should be the Chinese government's priorities if it is to realize its goal of doubling residential incomes over the next eight years, according to experts.

Taiwan firms encouraged in mainland asset management

2012-11-11 15:36:45

Asset management companies from Taiwan are being encouraged to play a bigger part in the mainland market, a top securities regulator said on Sunday.