Delivery industry gears up for Nov 11 shopping gala
Data shows that 100,000 temporary workers will be added during the Singles Day shopping festival gala to ensure parcels are delivered directly to customers.
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Thai business councils say Xi’s 3rd term will benefit trade, investment
Federation of Thai Industries president Kriengkrai Thiennukul also said with Xi continuing to lead China, the Asian superpower would become the globe's technology leader by 2035.
China eyes more FDI in manufacturing, tech industries
According to the Ministry of Commerce, foreign direct investment in the Chinese mainland grew 16.4 per cent year-on-year to 892.7 billion yuan in the first eight months of this…
Three key Cambodia-China agriculture accords set for Nov 9
The accords open the door for exports of Cambodian peppercorn, “wild aquatic products” and “edible aquatic animals” to China.
Chinese President Xi urges military to focus on its centenary goals
President Xi also said that all members of the armed forces must have a thorough understanding of the Party's thought on strengthening the military.
China’s GDP up by 3.9% year-on-year in the third quarter
The growth meant a steady rebound despite factors beyond expectations.
US tech curbs on China will affect S’pore’s semiconductor sector: MTI
Singapore supplies 11 per cent of the world’s semiconductors and 20 percent of chip-making equipment.
Expanded use of RMB to contribute to stabilising global financial market
The RMB accounted for 2.44 percent of global payments in September, up from 2.31 percent a month earlier, according to the report.
Chinese woman arrested in Delhi on suspicion of spying on govt officials
The accused is said to have been living in Delhi for the past two years by hiding her name and nationality.
Giant rice’ supersizes yields in rural Guizhou
According to a farmer, planting regular rice produces about 7.5 to 9 metric tons per hectare, but the production of giant rice is 1.5 times that.