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Rachel Murphy on the Global Future of China Studies

Translations, cross-publications, and collaborative projects from Sixth Tone’s external partners. 

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In a Changing World, China Rethinks ‘China Studies’

Timely reports on issues and events from across China. Drawing on a vast range of sources, these succinct articles provide insights into the significance of each issue in a wider context.

NEWS

The World Conference on China Studies opened Thursday in Shanghai with a new name, new mission, and new approach.

Collage: In Shanghai, China Expo Returns to Pre-Pandemic Bustle

Visual stories that get up close and personal with contemporary China. A mix of short videos, documentaries, photography, and data visualization.

MULTIMEDIA

Snapshots from the China International Import Expo.

At Shanghai Expo, China Pledges Open Markets, Trade Expansion

Participation at the China International Import Expo rebounds to pre-pandemic levels with over 3,400 enterprises from 154 countries and regions expected to attend.

Eye on China Market, Top Pharma Firms Showcase Rare Disease Care

At the China International Import Expo, rare disease treatments have been in the limelight, with many quickly gaining market approval in China after their debut at the event.

At China Expo, a Next-Gen Prosthetic Knee Offers New Hope

Equipped with a microprocessor, a motor, and multiple sensors, Össur’s Power Knee adapts to users’ movements in real time. But its price will remain a hurdle for many.

As Trade Ties Strengthen, China’s Appetite for Thai Fruit Soars

From durians to apples, the Belt and Road Initiative is reshaping the fruit market dynamics between the two Asian giants.

Asia’s Biggest Men’s Tennis Tournament Returns to Shanghai 

The Shanghai Masters has been postponed since 2019 due to pandemic restrictions.

Shrinking Negative List Marks Shanghai FTZ’s Decade of Progress

From its 2013 inception with 190 items spanning sectors like cotton, tea, Chinese herbs, and salt, the Shanghai Free Trade Zone’s negative list has now narrowed to just 27.

Shanghai’s CIIF Showcases Latest in Robotics and Green Innovation

After a two-year hiatus, the China International Industry Fair hosted 2,800 exhibitors from more than 30 countries this year, highlighting new materials, smart logistic systems, and 5G technologies.

In Laos, a New Railway Signals a Future in China’s Orbit

Articles that cut to the core of contemporary China. In-depth, informed, and carefully crafted, every piece is carried by the voices of the story’s participants.

FEATURES

In Laos, a new $6 billion rail line is driving rapid social and economic changes — and bringing China ever closer.

Shanghai FTZ at 10: Businesses Eye Enhanced Policies for Growth

Having benefited from modern facilities and innovation, enterprises believe more support would help elevate the FTZ’s stature and solidify its role as a business epicenter.

Health Care in the Spotlight at Shanghai Innovation Forum

Chinese startups are developing pioneering health care innovations, but finding funding and talent remains challenging.

Event: Modernizing China’s ‘Kingdom of Characters’

The latest news about Sixth Tone and announcements about its events, projects, and other initiatives.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Three experts will talk about the modernization of Chinese font design, including an exclusive talk by Yale University professor and Pulitzer Prize finalist Jing Tsu.

360° Video: The ‘Hanzi Modern’ Exhibit 

Sixth Tone unveiled “Hanzi Modern: The Past, Present, and Future of Chinese Fonts,” an exhibition dedicated to the technology, culture, politics, and history behind Chinese fonts’ digital transformation.

Event: The Past, Present, and Future of Chinese Fonts

Sixth Tone holds an exhibition on the modernization of Chinese font design.

New Musical Honors Shanghai’s Legacy of Welcoming Jewish Refugees

Composed and conducted by award-winning musicians, the oratorio will premiere in Shanghai on Nov. 17 and then embark on a global tour.

This Summer, Shanghai to Pay Residents for Off-Peak Power Usage

The new scheme is aimed to achieve a maximum load reduction of 12,000 megawatts, involving more than 70,000 households.

Global Brands Showcase Commitment to Sustainability at Carbon Neutrality Expo

From low-carbon hydrogen production to environmental impact indicators, global brands are innovating in pursuit of a greener future.

Event: Checking in on China’s ‘Parachute Generation’

The latest installment of the Sixth Tone Agora lecture series explores the experiences of Chinese studying in American high schools.