Olivia Siong
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China's reopening brings relief for Shenzhen businesses amid COVID-19 surge, trade curbs
China is hoping for a rebound in its economy after the dismantling of its strict zero-COVID policy. → Read More
Businesses prepare to invest in China again following relaxation of strict COVID-19 curbs
China’s abrupt relaxation of restrictions has led to the coronavirus sweeping across the country, with some estimates suggesting millions being infected daily. → Read More
China's COVID-19 curbs put spotlight on youth mental health
More young people are accepting the idea of seeking help for mental health issues, as the Chinese government places more emphasis on such issues in recent years. Ahead of Mental Health Day on Monday, CNA looks at recent developments. → Read More
Electric vehicles may be fast and low-maintenance, but are they a real climate solution?
Talking Point’s Steven Chia spoke to industry players, hitched a ride in a Tesla Model S and pitted an electric car against a petrol car. Here is what he learnt. → Read More
To stay or to go? Week-long Spring Festival holiday in China draws to a close
BEIJING: Yoga studio owner Zhu Lin did not go home for the holidays this year. Neither did she travel to a vacation spot, like tropical Hainan island, as she would have as an alternative on some years. → Read More
Recovering, but still reeling: Wuhan businesses, tourism one year on from COVID-19 outbreak
WUHAN: It's full house at the Dragon Boat Restaurant on a Sunday night, and a line of diners are waiting to get in. For Mr Wu Cheng, the 28-year-old owner, it's a welcome sight. → Read More
Careful first steps back to normality for Wuhan residents as COVID-19 lockdown is lifted
WUHAN: Two days before Wuhan, the epicentre of the COVID-19 outbreak, came under an unprecedented lockdown, 40-year-old cross-talk performer Li Jinglun had no idea it would be the last time he would be standing on stage for a while. → Read More
Concluding RCEP trade pact this year the ‘highest priority’
BEIJING: Ministers from the 16 countries involved in the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) said it is in the region’s "collective interest" and the "highest priority" to conclude the trade pact this year. → Read More
Countries should be 'voice of moderation' as US and China compete: Goh Chok Tong
BEIJING: With China and the United States embroiled in disputes, other countries should stand together as a “voice of moderation”, said Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong on Tuesday (Jul 9). → Read More
Consumers in China feel the pinch as food prices rise
BEIJING: At first glance, it’s a seemingly busy weekday morning for the fruit and vegetable shop that Mr Li Hongyan works at, located in a residential area in the Chinese capital. → Read More
The Huawei saga and its impact on southern China's economy
ZHUHAI: Just before noon, workers at the Flex factory in southern China’s Zhuhai city streamed out to eateries across the road for lunch. → Read More
Singapore prepared for negative consequences of trade war: DPM Heng
Singapore is prepared for the negative consequences that may arise from a protracted trade war between China and the United States, said Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat on Tuesday (May 28). → Read More
Guangzhou welcomes Singapore to join Greater Bay Area development
GUANGZHOU: The southern Chinese city of Guangzhou has welcomed Singapore to participate in the development of its Greater Bay Area - seen by some as China’s answer to Silicon Valley. → Read More
Singapore and Guangdong discuss new areas of cooperation in culture, education
GUANGZHOU: Singapore and the southern Chinese province of Guangdong have discussed new areas of cooperation - including in culture, education and tourism. → Read More
China will treat businesses equally, continue to uphold free trade: Li Keqiang
BEIJING: China will always treat all businesses registered in the country as equals, said Chinese Premier Li Keqiang as he reiterated Beijing's commitment to uphold rules-based free trade. → Read More
Singapore and China reaffirm ties, importance of rules-based trading system
BEIJING: Singapore and China have reaffirmed their strong bilateral relations and the importance of maintaining a rules-based multilateral trading system, as Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat kicked off an eight-day visit to China. → Read More
Singapore, China need to develop new areas of cooperation: DPM Heng
SINGAPORE: Singapore and China need to build on their “good foundation” and develop new areas of cooperation, said Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat in an interview with China’s Xinhua news agency. → Read More
Singapore to spend a few billion dollars on air traffic services in coming decades: Khaw
BEIJING: Singapore expects to spend a few billion dollars over the next few decades, to continue providing high standard air traffic services that are safe and efficient, Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan said on Thursday (May 16). → Read More
Religious harmony will always be work in progress for Singapore: Halimah Yacob
BEIJING: Religious harmony will always be a work in progress for Singapore, President Halimah Yacob said on Wednesday (May 15) as she pointed out Singaporeans of all faiths have become more fervent in their religious convictions in recent years. → Read More
Urgent need for better communication, dialogue between communities: Halimah Yacob
BEIJING: With many societies currently experiencing discord, distrust and division, Singapore President Halimah Yacob said there is an urgent need for better communication and dialogue between different communities. → Read More