Companies count cost of new ad rules

Some of China's biggest internet companies may see their earnings take a hit from a new regulation as China takes a firmer grip on search advertising.

Simply connected with smart solutions

For many Chinese consumers, products stamped with "Made in Germany" stand for solid and durable quality - and the Bosch brand fits right in with that reputation.

Quotable

It's just like what the smartphone does to our life. About 80 percent of features on a smartphone are no longer related to making phone calls. In the future, about 80 percent of the functions of a car will not be related to transportation."

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Ties to grow stronger, envoy says

China will fast-track its industrialization agenda in Kenya and other African countries from August, a senior Chinese diplomat has announced.

Kenya fair shows rising desire for China trade links

The second China Trade Week outshined the inaugural expo and highlighted Kenyan entrepreneurs' growing demand for Chinese products, according to the event organizers.

Using geek spirit to stay cool

Chinese air-conditioner makers, stung by overcapacity and high inventory of low-end products, are speeding up the transformation of the industry. The result is high-end, intelligent and personalized products.

Service key to online sales of air conditioners

As summer temperatures have soared in China, so have searches for "air conditioner" on online marketplaces such as Tmall, Taobao, Suning and JD.

Firms forge ahead in face of difficulties

Chinese firms in Zambia have become resilient in the face of mounting competition, a global economic slowdown and weak commodity prices, which are weighing down growth in the country, insiders say.

Iron, steel exports discouraged amid lackluster demand

The Chinese government is discouraging iron and steel exports amid lackluster global demand, the Ministry of Commerce said on July 5.

Truck maker aims for export growth

Shaanxi Automobile Holding Group Co Ltd, the only heavy truck producer in western China, has been expanding its overseas business on the back of its growing share in the domestic market.

Spending on luxury goods slows down

Sales of luxury goods on the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong have continued to fall, with consumer confidence weakened by the economic slowdown, industry analysis shows.