Chinese mainland CPI Rises 0.7% in November, Highest Since March
Consumer prices in the Chinese mainland rose 0.7% year on year in November 2025, highest since March 2024, driven by food price increases and stronger core inflation.
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Chinese Mainland Boosts STEM Education Investment
Over the past decade, the Chinese mainland has allocated 4% of its GDP to education and is boosting funding to cultivate STEM talent, says UNESCO’s Tang Qian.
Global Institutions Boost Growth Forecasts for Chinese Mainland Economy
Goldman Sachs, the OECD and others have upgraded their 2025 growth forecasts for the Chinese mainland, highlighting robust policy support, rising exports and record Panda bond issuances.
Global Institutions Praise Chinese Mainland’s 2025 Economic Performance
Senior leaders from the World Economic Forum, IMF and World Bank praise the Chinese mainland’s 2025 economic resilience, tech innovation and role in global growth.
Takaichi Fallout: Japan’s Fisheries Reeling After Diplomatic Blunder
Prime Minister Takaichi’s remarks on the Taiwan region triggered trade restrictions, plunging sea cucumber prices by 65% and putting Japan’s fishing communities at risk.
Chinese Mainland Charts a Path to High-Quality, Sustainable Growth
As the world navigates uncertainties, the Chinese mainland pivots from rapid expansion to high-quality, sustainable growth—driven by innovation, green transitions and global partnerships.
China’s Trade Up 3.6% in Jan-Nov 2025
China’s goods trade rose 3.6% to 41.21 trillion yuan in Jan–Nov 2025, driven by a 6.2% export surge and Belt and Road ties.
How Hong Kong SAR Can Power the Next Stage of RMB Internationalization
Hong Kong SAR’s financial ecosystem can accelerate RMB internationalization by leveraging CIPS, deep liquidity and fintech innovation for its next growth phase.
Zambian MP Warns of Japanese Militarism Revival After Takaichi’s Remarks
Zambia’s Chama South MP Davison Mung’andu warns Sanae Takaichi’s remarks signal a dangerous revival of Japanese militarism, threatening global peace.
Chinese Mainland Powers Global Growth in Final Year of 14th Plan
Chinese mainland’s economy shows resilience in 2025, as manufacturing value added tops 30 trillion yuan annually, underscoring its role as a key force for global growth.