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'Tax refund upon departure' policy implemented |
2025-02-14
An aerial view of Yantian International Container Port. Courtesy of the portShenzhen has implemented a new policy for cross-border e-commerce that allows refunds for goods exported through overseas warehouses. Under this policy, cross-border e-commerce goods exported via overseas warehouses are eligible for a "refund upon departure" tax rebate.Shenzhen Mingyang International Electronic Commercial Co. became the fi
3 new Metro lines to start operations |
2025-02-14
A lively scene at the construction site of the Changlingpi Station on Metro Line 27 in Nanshan District. Photos courtesy of Shenzhen MetroThree new Metro lines are poised to begin operations in Shenzhen this year, Shenzhen Special Zone Daily reported yesterday.They are the westward extension of Line 5, Phase II of Line 16, and Phase II of the Line 6 spur line.The westward extension of Line 5 is 2.88 kilometers long and has three stat
City rings in Lantern Festival with colorful celebrations |
2025-02-13
Locals enjoy a playful intangible cultural heritage parade at Lianhua Yicun Square and UpperHills in Futian during a Lantern Festival celebration yesterday. Visitors take part in games and various activities at the Lantern Festival fair held at Shenzhen University yesterday. SHENZHEN’S Lantern Festival celebrations lit up the city with vibrant cultural events across various districts yesterday.A major highlight was the inta
Pingshan unveils policies, projects at conference |
2025-02-13
Shenzhen is composed of nine administrative districts, one new area, and the Shenshan Special Cooperation Zone in Shanwei. While all 11 areas share Shenzhen’s defining spirit of innovation, each has its own unique characteristics. This page delves into the latest advancements in Pingshan District, a vibrant area in northeastern Shenzhen. An emerging hub for various industries, Pingshan stands out not only for its economic vitality bu
Intl. arbitration court handles record new cases in 2024 |
2025-02-13
QIANHAI-BASED Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration (SCIA) handled a record high of over 14,500 new cases in 2024, according to its 2024 arbitration work report released yesterday.The report indicates that the total dispute amount across these cases reached 142.26 billion yuan (US$19.46 billion). This included 158 cases with dispute amounts exceeding 100 million yuan, marking a 19.7% increase year on year.Additionally, the aver
SZ robotics firm makes Morgan Stanley’s ‘Humanoid 100’ list |
2025-02-12
UBTECH, a Shenzhen-based pioneer in humanoid robotics, has been highlighted as a pivotal player in Morgan Stanley’s list of companies driving humanoid robot development.The international investment bank recently released the “Humanoid 100: Mapping the Humanoid Robot Value Chain,” a comprehensive list of global companies poised to benefit from the growth of humanoid robots.A total of 37 Chinese enterprises are on the list, including s
SZ’s first ‘super vortex’ Metro station |
2025-02-13
THE recently opened Line 13 of the Shenzhen Metro has made waves with its innovative design that blends technology and art, creating a distinctive new artistic tunnel experience. Among the highlights is the Shenzhen University Station, renowned for its eye-catching “super vortex” architecture, which offers a futuristic aesthetic reminiscent of time travel.The dynamic, flowing circular lines connect various areas within the station, w
Metro extends service hours for Lantern Festival |
2025-02-11
SHENZHEN Metro will continue to extend its service hours until Friday to accommodate surging passenger flows during celebrations of the Lantern Festival, the last day of the Spring Festival. It falls on tomorrow this year.Operating hours for lines 1, 3, 5, 6, 11, 13, and 14 have been prolonged by an hour until midnight. The last trains in both directions on lines 4, 5, and 6, which connect Shenzhen North Station, and Line 11, which l
AFC U20 Asian Cup to open in town tomorrow |
2025-02-11
SHENZHEN is bracing itself for a soccer spectacle as it gears up to host the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025, commencing tomorrow. The tournament, a pinnacle of competition for Asia’s most promising U20 players, will bring together 16 of the continent’s strongest soccer teams.Shenzhen’s selection as the host city is no coincidence, according to a Chinese Football Association official. The city’s burgeoning sports industry, bolstered by
Lanterns light up night sky at Huaqiangbei |
2025-02-11
THIS Wednesday marks the Chinese Lantern Festival. Coming next to the Spring Festival in time, this traditional Chinese festival falls on the 15th of the first lunar month, with the bright moon signifying for family reunion and hopes for a fresh start.Combining fashion, tech and intangible cultural heritage elements from Zigong, Sichuan Province, dozens of lantern sets depicting flower fairy, snake, butterflies and more, are adorning