Exchange rate reform

Exchange rate reform: Also responsible to the world
Premier Wen Jiabao recently stated that the reform or adjustment of the RMB exchange rate must follow the principle of initiative, controllability and gradualness. ( June 30,2005)

Hu Jintao, Putin to hold talks in Russia: FM official
Chinese President Hu Jintao and Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold talks during Hu's visit to Russia beginning this Thursday, FM official said on Tuesday. ( June 29, 2005 )

Top authorities discuss sci-tech development program
The Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee discussed major issues concerning the long- and medium-term program for the sci-tech development. ( June 28,2005 )

Enhanced cooperation between Asia and Europe
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao urged Asian and European countries to strengthen cooperation in all areas in a bid to lift Asia-Europe cooperation to a new high. ( June 27,2005)

China vows to vote against contentious expansion plan
China reiterated Tuesday that it would vote against any highly contentious Security Council expansion formula which could split the UN membership. ( June23,2005)

Scandals overshadowing well-known food brands
The more than half-century ice-cream maker Häagen-dazs shocked its Chinese consumers who had thought having the luxury ice-cream fashionable and romantic. ( June 22,2005)

Chinese, European scientists find anti-SARS medicine
A medicine currently used to treat schizophrenia was found to be effective in inhibiting the coronavirus of deadly Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). ( June 21,2005)

Chinese Premier calls for more technical innovation
Premier Wen called on the country's high-tech industries to make greater efforts on technical innovation during inspecting Beijing's high- tech parks. ( June 20,2005)

World demand brings Chinese language to the world
Nowadays, Chinese language has become an effective bridge for foreign economic and cultural exchanges. ( June 17,2005)

Why does US preach "China military threat"?
The wave of "China military threat theory" whipped up by the US military is a dangerous practice, involving its attempt to obstinately place China in a "rival" position. ( June16,2005)

Powell: China is rising to be an economic power
China is rising to be an economic power, but not a military threat, said former US Secretary of State Powell on June 13. (June15,2005)

Foreign companies eye business opportunities in China
An increasing number of overseas businesses are eyeing the lucrative business opportunities of China's market against the backdrop of worldwide economic stagnation. ( June 13,2005)

China issues position paper on UN reforms
China Tuesday issued a position paper on the United Nations reforms, emphasizing multilateralism and urging the reforms to meet the need of developing countries.

China-US talks fail to resolve textile dispute
An immediate solution to the textile stand off between China and the US remains elusive despite a weekend of talks between top trade officials.
(June 06,2005)

China, Russia solve all disputes along shared border
China and Russia reached the final agreement Wednesday over the eastern border, putting an end to 40 years of negotiation. ( June 03,2005)

Foreign trade structure needs to be optimized: President Hu
President Hu said China needs to optimize its foreign trade structure and raise its export competitiveness, urging to adopt a new strategy of "winning by quality". ( June 02,2005)

China not to accept US and EU move for textile trade
The Chinese government will definitely not accept the overall arrangement proposed by the United States and the guideline by the European Union for textile trade. ( May 31,2005)

Premier calls for faster development of ethnic groups
Premier Wen Jaibao has called for for accelerating the development of minority ethnic groups by implementing a scientific concept of development and adopting special policies and measures. ( May 30,2005)

To be US "strategic partner" or the partner of "US strategy"?
US President Bush and Afghan President Karzai announced on May 23 that the US and Afghanistan have established "strategic partnership" formally. ( May 27,2005)

China chides Japan's leaders' remarks on shrine visit
China is "extremely unsatisfied" with the remarks Japanese leaders repeatedly made on Yasukuni Shrine visit recently, which go against improving bilateral ties. ( May 25,2005)

President Hu says China needs stable environment
President Hu called for making continuous efforts to improve public security situation, stressing China needs a harmonious and stable social environment. ( May 24,2005)

Emergency measures taken to prevent spread of bird flu
The Chinese Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) Saturday required the whole country to take emergency measures to curb further spreading bird flu.
( May 23,2005)

China hikes interest rate of US dollar, HK dollar deposits
The People's Bank of China announced Thursday to raise the deposit interest rate of US dollar and HK dollar as of May 20. ( May 19,2005)

Chinese president, Palestinian leader hold talks
President Hu and Palestinian leader Abbas agreed during their talks Wednesday to actively push forward the Middle East peace process.
( May 19,2005)

Why FORTUNE Global Forum chooses China again?
The ninth Fortune Global Forum opened in Beijing on May 16, the third time being held in China after it was held in Shanghai in 1999 and Hong Kong in 2001. ( May 18,2005)

China becoming growth engine for world: President Hu
President Hu Jintao said Monday China will quadruple its year 2000 GDP to approximately US$4,000 billion with a per capita level of some US$3,000 in 2020. ( May 17,2005)

China, Japan conclude first strategic talks
China and Japan agreed to maintain the dialogue process after concluding their first strategic talks in Beijing Friday. (May16,2005)

CPC-PFP leaders' talk will be a milestone
The formal talk between Hu Jintao and James Soong will be a milestone in the history of the two parties' relations and a great event on the cross-Straits relations. ( May 12,2005)

Russian, Chinese presidents agree to cement bilateral ties
Putin and Hu Jintao agreed on Monday to strengthen bilateral relations and reached a comprehensive consensus on major international issues.
( May 10,2005)

Expert says Hu Jintao's Moscow tour significant
Chinese President Hu Jintao is expected to voice China's sincere aspiration for peace and development while attending the celebrations marking the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II. ( May 08,2005)

China, Japan conclude first strategic talks
China and Japan agreed to maintain the dialogue process after concluding their first strategic talks in Beijing Friday. (May16,2005)

KMT chairman arrives in Nanjing for mainland visit
Chairman Lien Chan of the Kuomintang party arrived in Nanjing in east China's Jiangsu Province at 16:40 Tuesday to begin an eight-day mainland visit. (April 27,2005)

China opposes CE inspection for restriction on textiles
China is firmly opposed to the inspection by the Council of Europe for special restrictions of Chinese textiles export. (April 26,2005)

China initiates 5 proposals on ties with Japan
President Hu said Saturday Japan should seriously reflect over its wartime history and properly handle the current difficult situation in the Sino-Japanese relations. (April 25,2005)

China issues white paper on IPR protection
The Information Office of the State Council, China's cabinet, Thursday issued a white paper titled New Progress in China's Protection of Intellectual Property Rights. (April 22,2005)

Chinese-made CPU chip equivalent to Pentium III
China has developed its home-made central processing unit (CPU) chip -- Godson II -- equivalent to Pentium III, announced the CAS in Beijing on Monday. (April20,2005)

Hu advocates scientific concept of development
President Hu has advocated the "Scientific Concept of Development," so as to ensure a greater boost to an overall development of the socialist economy, politics and culture and "building of a harmonious society" in the country. (April18,2005)

China's development brings opportunities to the world
China's development has not only made China itself rich, but is changing relations of the world economy, it is creating a win-win situation together with the world. (April15,2005)

Premier's S.Asia tour fruitful
Premier Wen Jiabao's trip has further pushed forward the political mutual trust and the traditional friendly relations between China and the South Asia. (April13,2005)

Foreign trade, a major driving force of China's economy
China's imports and exports are believed to have grown 15 percent and 35 percent respectively in the first quarter of 2005 over the same period last year. (April11,2005)

China strongly objects EU's restrictions on Chinese textiles
China strongly objects EU's recent restrictions on imports of Chinese textile goods, said a spokesman for the Chinese Ministry of Commerce on Thursday. (April08,2005)

Chinese premier leaves Beijing for South Asia visit
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao left Beijing Tuesday on an official visit to Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and India. (April06,2005)

President Hu urges people to protect environment
President Hu Jintao told all Chinese to protect the environment to help create harmony between humans and nature. (April04,2005)

Scientists receive national awards in China
China issued national awards to eminent scientists and research institutions for their tremendous contributions on Monday.(March,30,2005)

2005 International Exchange of Professionals
The Conference on International Exchange of Professionals 2005 was held in the Nanjing International Exhibition Center from March 27 to March 28. Sponsored by the State Administration of Foreign Experts Affairs and People's Government of Jiangsu Province, the conference aims to fully cultivate human resources home and abroad and create conditions for Chinese institutions and enterprises. (March28,2005)

New changes of multinationals
Over the past three years, many famous multinationals in China have adjusted their development strategies in view of the new situations in this country. (March25,2005)

Mayor met Consul General of the U.S.A. to Shenyang
Mayor Zhao Huaming met Mr. David A. Kornbluth, Consul General of the United States of America to Shenyang yesterday morning. They have discussed the possibility of cooperation in the fields of economy and technology between two parties. (March24,2005)

Rice's visit to China produces positive influence
In the last ten days of March, Beijing's temperature is changing abruptly, just like the present Sino-US relations. (March23,2005)

President Hu meets US Secretary of State Rice
President Hu Jintao met on Sunday with Rice, who kicked off her first China trip since she took office in January. (March21,2005)

China firmly opposes US act on Anti-Secession Law
China is strongly unsatisfied with and firmly opposes the act adopted by the US House of Representatives on China's Anti-Secession Law, said FM spokesman. (March18,2005)

Anti-Secession Law embodies will of the Chinese people
The masses in all parts of China have expressed their support, believing the law has fully shown the common will and firm determination of the Chinese people. (March16,2005)

China's parliament adopts Anti-Secession Law
China's parliament adopted the Anti-Secession Law 2,896 to nil Monday, setting a legal framework to prevent Taiwan from being seceded from China. (March14,2005)

China to unify income tax for domestic, foreign firms
China will speed up reform to levy unified income tax on domestic and overseas-funded firms, a top tax official said. (March10,2005)

Hu underlines development of philosophy, social sciences
President Hu highlighted the crucial role of philosophy and social sciences in building a more affluent society in China. (March08,2005)

China issues human rights record of the United States
China issued US Human Rights Record in 2004 Thursday in response to the Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2004 issued by the US. (March04,2005)

China strongly objects to US report on human rights
China is firmly opposed to a US State Department report criticizing China's human rights situation without any reason. (March03,2005)

Premier Wen calls for greater efforts to curb corruption
Premier Wen has called for stronger reforms and greater efforts to prevent corruption among government officials. (Feb.28,2005)

China's Internet industry: from childhood to youth
The Internet has become a spectacle in the Chinese society. In the last ten years China's Internet has grown from a marginal industry to a mainstream. (Feb.21,2005)

Chinese protest against Tokyo's move on islands
Many Chinese demonstrated outside Japan's embassy in Beijing Tuesday, protesting against Tokyo's moves to take over a lighthouse on a disputed group of islands in the East China Sea. (Feb.16,2004)

China to end govt bailout for bankrupt SOEs
China's State Council decided when the condition is ripe, bankrupt state-owned enterprises will be left to laws and market. (Feb.06.2005)

President Hu visits military camps before Spring Festival
Hu visited two military camps of the air force and armored forces in the Beijing Military Area Command on Wednesday. (Feb.03,2005)

China issues policies to support agriculture sector
Chinese central authorities has issued a set of ideas to facilitate agricultural development and the work in rural areas. (Jan31,2005)

Hu Jintao urges CPC to maintain its advanced nature
Hu urged the CPC always to maintain their advanced nature by keeping pace with the times and meeting people's demands. (Jan.27,2005)

Kidnapped Chinese return to Chinese embassy in Iraq
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Kong Quan confirmed in Beijing Sunday that the eight kidnapped Chinese citizens have returned to the Chinese embassy in Iraq at Beijing time 10:25 pm Sunday. (Jan.24,2005)

China taking all measures to rescue hostages
Eight Chinese nationals were kidnapped by militants in Iraq, the Chinese Embassy in Baghdad confirmed on Tuesday. (Jan.19,2005)

CPC issues outline for anti-corruption work
The CPC Central Committee has recently issued an outline for the establishment of an anti-corruption work mechanism that serves to punish and prevent corrupt activities by CPC members. (Jan.17,2005)

Top Party leader urges cure to corruption
Hu Jintao stressed the importance of anti-corruption and urged to prevent corruption by introducing both a temporary solution and a permanent cure. (Jan.13，2005)

Abbas proclaims victory as bumpy road ahead
Mahmoud Abbas proclaimed a sweeping victory in the presidential election, as a bumpy road toward peace is still ahead. (Jan.10,2005)

Premier pledges assistance to tsunami-hit region
China is willing to make contributions to relief efforts and reconstruction in the tsunami-stricken area, said Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao on Thursday. (Jan.07,2004)

President Hu delivers New Year message
President Hu Jintao delivers a New Year's message to all Chinese on the mainland, and in HK, Macao and Taiwan, overseas Chinese and friends of different nations in Beijing on Dec. 31, 2004. (Jan.04,2005)