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Going carbon neutral by 2060 ‘will make China richer’
The huge scale of investments required to do this would raise China’s GDP by as much as 5% later this decade, analysis by Cambridge Econometrics shows.
China
Global GDP could return to pre-pandemic levels as early as 2021, says OECD
The Economic Outlook report states that global GDP could recover quicker than we think, but warns that resilient and sustainable growth will depend on a number of factors.
Geopolitics
How US-China tensions could hamper development efforts
Development issues are becoming part of a mounting ideological competition between the two top powers in the world.
China
Key quotes from China's Premier Li on COVID-19, the economy and US relations
China's Premier Li Keqiang shared his thoughts with business leaders during a virtual World Economic Forum Special Dialogue, at a critical time for a world economy battered by the COVID-1...
COVID-19
This 'self-sufficient' Chinese city is being built with future pandemics in mind
A city near Beijing is being designed with rooftop farms, 3-D printing facilities and ample space to work from home.
China
Explainer: What we know about China's 'dual circulation' economic strategy
China are working to become a more dependant nation, by introducing a 'dual circulation' model. The model will mean China relies more on internal supply.
Cities and Urbanization
These 3D maps show the world's population clusters like you've never seen them
These 3D-rendered maps use the EU’s population density data and mapping tool Aerialod to show where the world's largest population clusters are.
China
China's hidden crisis: caring for an aging population
In 2050, it's expected that one-third of China's population will be over the age of 60. This will put immense pressure on the nation to support an aging population.
COVID-19
Asian cities virus-proof public transit with smart shelters, thermal scanners
As Asia's cities open up, authorities are using technology to make commuters feel safer on public transport.
China
Large population decline expected in China and India
Research by the University of Washington suggests that population decline in China and India could be more rapid than previously thought.
Viet Nam
How East Asia has controlled coronavirus, and what it means for its recovery
The COVID-19 death toll in countries in East Asia, including Vietnam and Singapore, has been low compared to western nations. This could be why.
China
Millennials in China have a new plan: Work hard, retire young
Individuals across China are cutting back on spending money on new clothes and meals out, in a bid to add to their savings - and retire early.
Future of Mobility
Here are 4 major bike-sharing trends from China after lockdown
Cycling is booming in China as people avoid public transport due to coronavirus. Find out about the biggest trends - and what it takes to sustain them in the long run.
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
These driverless cars in Shanghai form the world's first 'robotaxi' fleet
These autonomous vehicles use artificial intelligence combined with advanced camera and sensor technology to navigate the city streets of Shanghai.
COVID-19
Will the new flu virus found in pigs be the next pandemic?
A swine flu-like virus is circulating in China that has the potential for spread in humans. But should we worry about it becoming the next global pandemic?