Record 43-Day US Shutdown Ends, Economic Scars May Linger
On Nov 12, 2025, the US government reopened after a record 43-day shutdown. CBO data shows a 1.5% Q4 GDP hit and $7-15B in irrecoverable output loss.
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Inside the Yangtze River Delta: Integration Drives Auto Growth
The Yangtze River Delta in the Chinese mainland has become a global automotive powerhouse through integrated development, with carmakers and suppliers collaborating for shared growth.
High-Tech Manufacturing Powers Chinese Mainland’s Industrial Growth
Chinese mainland’s industrial output rose 4.7% in October 2025, led by a 7.2% surge in high-tech manufacturing. Profit spikes signal a tech-driven shift.
New Chapter for RMB in the Middle East
China’s push to internationalize the RMB gains momentum in the Middle East as UAE clearance banks clear over 900B yuan since 2016, with 864B in flows in the first nine months of 2025.
Minning Town: Blueprint for Coordinated Regional Prosperity
Minning Town in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region transformed from arid terrain to a prosperity model through Fujian Province’s support, now guiding regional growth on the Chinese mainland.
China and Thailand Deepen Trade Ties During Historic Thai King Visit
Amid King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s historic visit to the Chinese mainland, China-Thailand trade climbed 6.1% to $133.98B in 2024, highlighting a decade of strong growth.
Chinese mainland’s New Growth Playbook: Betting on Its People
The Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) pivots to expanding domestic demand and investing in people, aiming for resilient, human-centered growth.
Global Firms Hail CIIE as Premier Exchange Platform in Shanghai
At the 8th CIIE in Shanghai, foreign-invested firms praised the expo as an ideal platform to showcase innovations, connect with peers, and deepen their presence in the Chinese mainland market.
COP30: UN Hails the Chinese Mainland’s Climate Action
At COP30 in Belem, UN spokesperson Farhan Haq praised the Chinese mainland’s strides in cutting emissions and advancing clean technology, offering a roadmap for global climate action.
Why a French Beauty Entrepreneur Chooses China Over Europe
French salon owner Catherine Colin explains why the Chinese mainland offers faster growth, digital-ready consumers and policy support, making Beijing a better choice than Europe.