Taking inflation by the horns

2011-06-16 07:54:04

Curbing soaring prices has become a priority for China. In May the consumer price index (CPI), a measure of inflation, reached 5.5 percent year-on-year, a 34-month high, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.

CPC at 90: Innovation still key to success

2011-06-16 07:54:04

Nothing seems more critical for the peaceful development of China than the smooth evolution of the Communist Party of China (CPC).

Strengthen 'Shanghai Spirit'

2011-06-15 07:53:17

The SCO embodies a spirit, that is the "Shanghai Spirit" whose essence is mutual trust, mutual benefit, equality, consultation.

Nansha indisputable territory

2011-06-15 07:53:17

The South China Sea dispute is heating up again with Vietnam claiming parts of Nansha and Xisha islands as their territory.

How current account surplus will evolve

2011-06-15 07:53:17

How China's external current account surplus will evolve in the coming years is one of the key questions on the economic outlook.

Hitting the big time soon

2011-06-14 07:59:07

Is China poised to surpass the United States as the world's largest economy? Purchasing power parity comparisons can be misleading.

China, Russia ties on sound base

2011-06-14 07:59:07

Sino-Russian relations are usually wrapped in high-sounding rhetoric, but they are essentially very pragmatic.

High food, fuel prices threaten Asia's gains

2011-06-14 07:59:07

Despite its promising economic growth, Asia Pacific remains vulnerable to the risks posed by volatile short-term capital flows.

Austrian Alps

2011-06-14 07:59:07

Debate: SCO

2011-06-13 08:54:02

Scholars discuss the aspects of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and highlight the areas it needs to focus on.

Bleak outlook for resolving Libyan crisis

2011-06-13 08:54:02

Unmoved by the international, NATO has launched its heaviest ever bombardment against government installations in Tripoli.

Tree growth has potential

2011-06-13 08:54:02

A long-term strategy for forest development should be an important part of China's bid to promote a green economy