Hainan FTP construction gains further steam after launch of island-wide special customs operations
China launched island-wide special customs operations in the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) on Dec. 18, 2025. Over the past six months, the Hainan FTP has seen a steady stream of policy dividends, a surge in market vitality, and a marked rise in its profile as an opening-up hub.
Macro
Projects worth 27.7 bln yuan inked at China-South Asia Expo
Deals worth over 27.7 billion yuan (around 4.07 billion U.S. dollars) were signed during the 10th China-South Asia Expo, which concluded in Kunming, capital of southwest China's Yunnan Province, on Tuesday.
In-depth
Economic Watch: "Made in China" products score big at 2026 World Cup
While China's football fans might feel a tiny bit disappointed that their national team isn't at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the tournament is still packed with Chinese influence, with "Made in China" products visible almost everywhere on and off the pitch.
moreEconomic Watch: China's booming NEV sector draws growing interest from multinationals
Multinationals involved in the new energy vehicle (NEV) sector have highlighted the opportunities created by China's booming NEV industry at the three-day seventh Qingdao Multinationals Summit, which concluded on Wednesday.
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Markets
China's retail sales of goods, services maintain steady expansion in first five months
China's total retail sales of goods and services, a major indicator of the country's consumption strength, increased by 2.8 percent year on year in the first five months of 2026.
China's railways see return travel peak as holiday ends
China's railway network is expected to handle 17.94 million passenger trips on Sunday, the last day of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, as return travel peaks nationwide.
