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Enterprising individuals have taken advantage of the shortage by selling Shigematsu masks on Taobao with high mark-ups.
Chinese Govt Warns of Illegal Smog Remedies

As the smog problem worsens, citizens are desperately looking for remedies its possible health impacts. But China’s top drug authority has warned its citizens of the risks of using these unregulated medical devices.

A worker sorts out a huge amount of worn bras at a waste station on Aug. 6, 2014 in Beijing, China.
Fashion Comes at a Price: Smuggled Clothes from Questionable Origins

With vintage clothing becoming so attractive and trendy to the young generation of China, a recent report shows that they might have come from dubious origins. Patrons of these vintage clothes shop just might be paying a higher price.

Chinese tourists from Beijing participate in a snowball fight in front of the White House, Feb. 17, 2015, in Washington, DC.
China’s Outbound Travel Market Far from Mature: Report

Despite being the biggest source of foreign tourists in the world, China’s outbound tourism market has yet to reach maturity, according to a new report.

Wang Jianlin attends a press conference for the ppening af a Wanda movie park.
'Leave Entertainment Industry Alone!' Says China's Richest Man to President-elect Donald Trump

China's Wang Jianlin, the richest Chinese as named by Forbes, entreated President-elect Donald Trump, saying government of both countries should "leave entertainment industry alone" and there should be "no war" on the international trade.

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Beijing’s smog problem is a recurring phenomenon that highlights the gravity of air pollution in the city and the need for tougher measures.
Smog Problem Sparks Discontent in Citizens

As China’s smog problem remains unresolved, the issue has become a catalyst in sparking activism among its citizens. With the growing discontent among the people, it looks like air pollution is not the only problem that the Xi government is afraid of.

Chinese athletes are expected to display outstanding abilities on the winter Olympics in 2022.
Winter Olympics 2022 to Be Eco-Friendly, Says Xi

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, at the committee's headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland. During the meeting, Xi said Beijing will host a green, open-minded and corruption-free Olympics.

An elderly man tells how he lost his three-month worth of paycheck.
Chinese Woman Helps Elderly Man Who Lost 3-Month Worth of Paycheck

Have you lost faith in humanity? This story might just restore your faith.

Tourists flock to Thailand for its pristine beaches.
Chinese Visitors to Thailand Down Due to Decrease of Budget Tours

The Thai government pursued to stop tour operators who are selling budget packages from China to Thailand. A report from Kasikorn Research Center Co. revealed that arrivals fell 16 percent in December from a year ago.

A Total petrol station displays its prices that have fallen markedly in recent weeks on Jan. 20, 2018 in Berlin, Germany.
China’s Problem Unintentionally Helping OPEC

China’s problem in its domestic oil output will unintentionally help the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) in its campaign to prop up oil prices. Analysts predict that China’s production will decrease as much as 7 percent this year.

California Governor Jerry Brown wants to continue working with China even if President Trump doesn't.
California Governor Defends China Amid Trump’s Anti-China Sentiments

American President Donald Trump raised controversy over his recent dealings with the Taiwanese president and his comments on the One China policy. However, California Governor Jerry Brown is not likely to follow suit.

The first freight train from China arrives in the U.K., ushering the revival of the ancient Silk Road trade route.
Silk Road: First Freight Train from China Enters UK

The first freight train that traveled China to the U.K. departed from Yiwu, from the eastern Chinese city earlier this month. It was inaugurated as a direct freight train service between the two countries and was due to arrive at the east London's Barking terminal Wednesday.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks at a news conference on Sept. 20, 2016 in New York City.
Canada, China to Conduct Exploratory Talks for Free Trade

Next month, the Trudeau government will be engaging China in exploratory talks for a free trade agreement. Both countries are optimistic despite existing problems and the possible change in dynamics under the incoming Trump administration.

Regarding relations with China, the Indian Prime Minister admitted that ties between the two sides have sunk low.
India Reaffirms Commitment to Fighting Terrorism, Supporting Globalization

Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that Islamabad must walk away from terrorism if the country wants to seek dialogue and potential support from India, according to a report by the Times of India.

China seeks to curb the quality of online variety shows
China to Impose Stricter Rules in Online Variety, Drama Shows

China seeks to curb the quality of online variety shows following the interests these shows have earned from netizens since the time the shows were streamed in the mainland.

Compared to their Chinese counterparts, foreign prisoners are more likely to suffer while serving their term.
Chinese Prisons to Extradite Foreign Inmates

Getting locked up abroad is one of the worst case scenarios a foreigner can encounter during his travels, and that is the case with many foreign inmates locked up in Chinese prison cells.

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