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MOF, NDRC: Ministry of Finance, National Development and Reform Commission issued the second tender
MOF, NDRC: Ministry of Finance, National Development and Reform Commission issued the second tender notice of energy-efficient lighting product promotion companies
Read moreChina Construction Bank issues US$5.8b bonds
China Construction Bank (CCB), one of China's big-four state-owned commercial banks, said Wednesday it has issued 40 billion yuan (US$5.8 billion) of subordinated callable bonds.
Read moreChinese lawmakers meet, reviewing major draft laws, amendments
China's top legislature began discussions Wednesday of several major draft laws and amendments which include the topics of food safety and criminal law.
Read moreChina to amend law to better protect personal information
China's top legislature on Wednesday started to debate an amendment to the Criminal Law that aims to protect the personal information from being divulged and abused.
Read moreDrugs crime on the increase in China
China's drug enforcement authorities saw an increase in drug-related crimes last year with about 73,000 people arrested in more than 62,000 cases.
Read moreThe State Council Information Office held a press conference on the development prospects of China i
The State Council Information Office held a press conference on the development prospects of China insurance industry
Read moreChina to set up central food safety commission
China's State Council, or Cabinet, will set up a food safety commission to strengthen the country's food monitoring system, whose lack of efficiency has long been blamed for repeated food scandals.
Read moreChina announces stimulus plans for nonferrous metals, logistics
China's State Council on Wednesday announced support plans for the country's nonferrous metals and logistics sectors. Presided over by Premier Wen Jiabao, Cabinet members agreed to promote company restructuring and will offer subsidized loans to support technical innovations within the nonferrous metals sector.
Read moreChinese business delegation arrives in Berlin on European procurement tour
A business delegation of about 200 Chinese entrepreneurs arrived here Tuesday night, starting their four-state procurement tour in Europe. The delegation, led by Commerce Minister Chen Deming and composed of state-owned, joint venture and private companies from various industries, are expected to sign deals of purchasing automobiles, machinery, aircraft engines, railway equipment and components with companies from Germany, Switzerland, Spain and Britain.
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