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This aerial drone photo, taken in March, shows a railway station in China’s Xiongan New Area. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong transport

China to open missing link in 2,370km railway connecting Hong Kong and Beijing

Completing a vital transport corridor, the high-speed route aims to accelerate economic integration between southern business hubs and northern megacities.

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China's economic recovery

Beijing bets on a US$1 trillion sports boom to revive consumption, job market

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Mainland China

How Japan fell from China’s tourism top 3 despite record summer travel boom

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Russia

China’s 3 major airlines bet on global demand to offset deep losses: analysts

Chinese carriers choose low fares, long-term expansion as regional conflicts and weak domestic demand affect revenues.

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A China Eastern Airlines Airbus A330 aircraft as seen on final approach to London’s Heathrow Airport. Photo: Getty Images
Trending in China

Driven by love: China family’s 3,500km drive for son’s university marks life milestone

Viral story has taken mainland social media by storm, with netizens praising – and deeply envying – the family’s tight-knit bond.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong retirees’ living costs grow 3 times city’s 5-year average: index

Travel costs surged by 10 points over the six-year period, the highest among all items, followed by food, dining and cross-border transport.

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China consumption

‘On-the-ground exports’: Shanghai turns to foreign tourists to boost consumption

Inbound visitors are considered a low-cost initiative to address the nation’s consumption figures.

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Tourists from Russia take a selfie at the Bund area in Shanghai. Photo: Xinhua
China-Japan relations

From travel warnings to visa fees: why Chinese tourism to Japan is in free fall

Mainland visitors fell more than 56 per cent in July, compounding a slump driven by escalating diplomatic tensions and soaring costs.

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Trending in China

‘Die on the road, not in hospital’: Chinese man takes paralysed wife on epic road trip

Their journeys are filled with kindness from strangers, from helpful villagers after an accident to scenic staff carrying her onto rides.

Chinese culture

The world’s only hieroglyphic script still in use today is found in China

Over 1,000 years old, Dongba script is associated with the Naxi ethnic minority and is a common sight in Yunnan province’s Lijiang city.

Dongba script, the world’s only hieroglyphic script still in use today, was created by Naxi shamans for sacred rituals. Photo: Amandayan
Wealth management

Rich Hongkongers rank travel over real estate in shifting life goals: survey

Immersive travel and early retirement rank above real estate on the priority list of wealthy individuals, according to a new report.

Passengers pose for pictures at Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok on May 27. Photo: SCMP/Sam Tsang
Aviation

China’s aviation regulator steps up safety communication with foreign carriers

The Civil Aviation Administration of China, following some operational changes, has increased its aircraft checks as an additional safety measure.

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Asia travel

Why Ben Fogle thinks he discovered the ‘real’ China in new TV series

In Ben Fogle’s Chinese Adventure, the TV presenter ‘transcends stereotypes’ as he travels from the Great Wall to Shenzhen and Hong Kong.

China's economic recovery

How China’s Zhangjiajie aims to revive a US$296 million loss-making tourist site

A 150,000-visitor opening offers an early signal, but analysts warn that lasting cash flow will require stronger products, local culture and tighter operations.

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People await entry into Dayong Ancient City during its reopening last month. Photo: Handout
Chinese culture

How the Shenzhen Natural History Museum was designed to reflect its landscape

The architects behind the new museum talk about the Shenzhen landmark’s unique design that reflects its green and water-edged location.

The free-flowing curves of the Shenzhen Natural History Museum mirror the local river systems and surrounding hills. Photo: Adam Mork
China jobs

In Focus | Why foreign workers are still climbing mountains of paperwork for a job in China

Beijing’s rigid visa points system and strict sponsorship rules frustrate young expats, but most are still undeterred in their job search.

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Tourism

China tops South Korea’s outbound travel charts as short-haul tourism surges

About 1.7 million South Koreans visited China in the first half of this year, up 16 per cent from the same period last year.

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Tourism

How international hotel chains are expanding in China’s ‘approachable’ segment

Global hotel groups are expanding into China’s midscale segment as price-sensitive travellers seek value without sacrificing brand trust.

Hilton’s upper-midscale Hampton brand has expanded rapidly in Shenzhen, with a footprint of 17 properties to date. Photo: Handout
Transport and logistics

How much transport is enough? China eyes 95% coverage across its record network

Beijing aims to expand nation’s world-leading network coverage, raising questions over need for more infrastructure projects as authorities flag ‘weak links’.

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Transport and logistics

China sets record with high-speed rail breakthrough under Yangtze River

The engineering feat marks the longest continuous underwater excavation achieved by a drilling machine of its kind, state media reports.

Mainland China

All went wrong: A380 flight to China becomes 10-hour ordeal

The rare sight of an Emirates Airbus at Hangzhou became chaotic as 373 passengers were left stranded on board amid a logistical nightmare.

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An Emirates Airbus A380. Photo: dpa
Architecture and design

The Shenzhen Natural History Museum is now open. What’s to see there?

The US$517 million museum that opened on July 28 is a ‘living educational landscape’ covering space, dinosaurs, evolution and much more.

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Fossils of a Mammuthus primigenius is displayed at the Evolution Hall of Shenzhen Natural History Museum. 25JUL26 SCMP / Elson Li
Asia travel

Inside the black-and-white panda-monium in Chengdu, China’s panda capital

Chengdu thrives on panda tourism, with the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding at its heart attracting millions of tourists a year.

Trending in China

Wo you: Chinese ancient art of bed-travel to attain inner peace and emptiness

A netizen notes that travel is about breaking routine to find peace and joy, not just visiting tourist sites.

Transport and logistics

Why is China building another high-speed rail line for the Greater Bay Area?

New 350km/h route aims to reduce congestion while bridging city centres and aviation hubs, with an intended cross-border extension.

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Travellers prepare to board a high-speed train at the Guangzhou South Railway Station. Photo: Roy Issa
China’s private sector

China to conclude Trip.com antitrust probes as soon as this week, sources say

Market regulator expected to close investigation into top online travel service provider, with potential fines running into billions of yuan.

Trip.com is expected to face fines of up to 6 billion yuan. Photo: Shutterstock
Tourism

The Haaland effect? Chinese tourists flock to Norway amid World Cup ad blitz

The hulking striker has become a huge star in China during the World Cup, helping his homeland attract a growing wave of tourists.

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Wellness

How tai chi energises these Chinese retirees: ‘everyone’s health has improved’

Tai chi practitioners at Beijing’s Temple of Heaven talk about learning the ancient Chinese practice and how it benefits health and spirit.

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