Party disciplines complementary to rule of law

2015-03-10 08:17:22

The rule of law and strictly regulating the Party are two of "Four Comprehensives" put forward by Xi Jinping recently as a blueprint for realizing the rejuvenation of the nation.

Bullet train let down by service

2015-03-10 08:17:22

While the hardware is undoubtedly excellent, China needs to improve the quality of service on the trains if this sector wants to stand out in competing with the airlines.

Shaolin Temple's 'commercialism' is pragmatic

2015-03-10 07:35:47

There is no need to worry about "commercialization" of religious institutions, what is needed is strict law enforcement to prevent illegal activities.

Time bomb damages Japan's ties with China

2015-03-09 08:10:20

The visits and talks this spring seem to send a ray of hope for a better China-Japan relationship. But the Abe administration may still set off the bomb.

Exchanges between mainland and HK irresistible

2015-03-09 07:54:03

Economic exchanges and interpersonal interactions between the Chinese mainland and the HK Special Administrative Region are an irresistible trend.

Anti-corruption campaign will boost economy

2015-03-09 07:54:03

In the long term, anti-corruption efforts will reduce the level of corruption, and hence, they will definitely promote long-term economic growth.

Support for rural elderly to reduce suicides

2015-03-09 07:40:23

A new type of home-based care system may serve as a life-saver for those aged in the countryside in need of daily attendance.

It’s time to step it up for gender equality

2015-03-08 13:28:15

If we look at the headlines or the latest horrifying YouTube clip, today – International Women’s Day – may seem a bad time to celebrate equality for women.

High time to stub out tobacco across the country

2015-03-07 09:15:06

Now, strong political commitment is needed, along with steely determination to stare down interference from the vested interests of the tobacco industry.

Bring home the shopping sprees

2015-03-07 09:15:06

Domestic manufacturers must realize it is an urgent task to abandon their previous low-cost advantage and take practical steps toward improving their product quality and repairing tarnished image.

Li expounds on new normal in plain style

2015-03-07 09:15:06

As the premier urged, local civil servants should feel the urgency of changing their mindsets and entering a new "state" under the country's new normal.

Caution and commitment in Government Work Report

2015-03-06 08:22:11

On Thursday Chinese Premier Li Keqiang presented the Government Work Report for 2015 to the National People's Congress, China's top legislature. What are some of the key messages?