China's FDI Surges in June, Steady Growth Expected

Shen Danyang, spokesman of the Ministry of Commerce (MOC), speaks during a press conference of MOC in Beijing, capital of China, July 17, 2013. China's foreign direct investment (FDI) jumped surprisingly in June, soaring 20.12 percent from a year ear

China-US Bilateral Investment Treaty Prospects

The agreed resumption of China-US Bilateral Investment Treaty, or BIT, is being cited as the most significant outcome of the recently concluded China-US Strategic and Economic Dialogue. Whilst some experts are optimistic about the outcomes, some rema

School Meal Kills 21 in India

At least 21 children in India have died after eating a tainted school meal. The poisoning happened at a government school in India's eastern state of Bihar. Over 50-children below the age of 12 fell sick and are now being hospitalized. It is suspecte

Putin Comments on Snowden's Asylum Request

Russia Russian President Vladimir Putin has made his response to NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden's request for temporary asylum in the country. Putin didn't give a clear answer on whether the request would be accepted but stressed that the relations

Xi Urges Development through Scientific Innovation

Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a new call for a greater focus on scientific innovation, saying it should be the driving force for China's development. Xi Jinping's comments have been made during a stop at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. He

Asiana Passengers Sue Boeing

A Chinese lawyer is now consulting the families of the three Chinese teenagers killed in the crash landing of the Asiana Airlines flight in San Francisco earlier this month. CRI's Xie Zhao has more. A total of 141 Chinese were among the 291 passenger

Water Stewardship in China

Water is the source of life, a key factor in development and the essence of a harmonious ecosystem. With China's water environment deteriorating, and growing competition for water resources causing more disputes, both authorities and NGOs are realizi

Report on Gov't Public Service Capacity Controversial

A prestigious Chinese university has recently released a report, assessing the public service capacity of 19 municipal governments across China. The government of southern China's Guangzhou city ranks top of the list. The result has aroused controver

Chinese Premier Highlights Scientific Economic Policies

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang has issued a new call for this country's macroeconomic policies to be more scientific, forward-looking and targeted in order to promote more sustainable growth. CRI's Lucy Du has more. Li Keqiang has made the comments at a

China's Buying Spree in UK Property Market Rational?

Recently announced major Chinese investments in London are prompting more and more Chinese interest in potential investments in the UK capital. CRI's London correspondent Tu Yun has more. Haidi Dai is a property market analyst from Shanghai. She's in

African Leaders Commit to Eradicate AIDS, TB and Malaria in the Continent

The African Union Special Summit on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria has kicked off in Abuja, capital of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The theme of the summit is on Ownership, Accountability and Sustainability of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malar

Realizing Chinese Dreams through Porcelain Artwork

Craftsmen of Chinese porcelain make every effort to realize their Chinese dreams by displaying the elements of traditional Chinese culture through their delicate works of art. CRI's Zhou Heyang brings us the story. Porcelain, also called 'fine china'

Central Gov't Sincere about Universal Suffrage

The central government's chief liaison in Hong Kong has gone on record saying authorities on the mainland are sincere in achieving universal suffrage for Hong Kong. CRI's Su Yi has more. Zhang Xiaoming, director of the Liaison Office of the Chinese C

Should Guide Dog be Allowed to Use in China's Subway

Recently, a visually impaired man was prevented from taking the subway for the 11th time in Beijing when taking his guide dog with him. This triggered another round of discussion on whether the visually disabled should be allowed to use guide dogs wh

More People Shift Toward Free Online Education

With rising academic fees and people's busy schedules, more and more people are shifting toward online learning programs, many of which are being offered for free. CRI's Li Dong has more. Mythology may be the study of age-old cultures, but this class

UN Chief and Israeli President Commit to Peace Efforts

UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has met with Israeli President Shimon Peres in Jerusalem, issuing another call for peace between the Israelis and Palestinians. The top UN official says direct negotiations remain the single most creditable path towar

More Opportunities for Youth in Mobile Internet Industry

Smartphones and tablet computers are continuing to rise in popularity. People working in the mobile internet industry are optimistic about the future of China's mobile internet market, and increasing numbers of young Chinese people are seeking to ent

Floods, Typhoon Kills over 100 in China

At least 105 people have been killed and another 115 are listed as missing amid the flooding in both northeast and southern China. CRI's Jordan Lee has more. Over 50 people have been killed in flooding in Liaoning, with almost 100 others listed as mi

Chinese Hospital Ship Visits Bangladesh

A Chinese naval hospital ship has arrived in Bangladesh's port city of Chittagong as part of a 4-month overseas voyage to provide medical services to local residents. The current visit marks the second time the Peace Ark hospital ship has arrived in

China, Kenya Presidents Meet in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with his Kenyan counterpart Uhuru Kenyatta in Beijing. The two sides have announced the establishment of a comprehensive and cooperative partnership. CRI's Su Yi has more. Both Xi Jinping and Kenyatta say their pa