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GM with Chinese characteristics

A leading Chinese scientist has predicted that up to 40 per cent of China’s major crops may by genetically modified by 2015. It is not surprising, therefore, that Western biotechnology companies are rushing to establish mainland marketing and research networks for their own GM varieties.

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Circular measures

The Chinese government has taken several steps to clarify the taxation issue of employers’ contributions to overseas insurance funds.

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The next great leap forward

The Shanghai economy is showing signs of running out of steam. However, there is no shortage of ideas designed to return vitality to China’s leading industrial city.

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Hub of the matter

Despite all the state investment going into the aviation sector, there is still only a limited demand for airport hotels across China.

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Electronic ignition

Despite low levels of credit card ownership, Chinese organisations are gearing up to the opportunities promised by electronic commerce.