31. The German Model

Mention German companies to Chinese consumers and they immediately think of a string of world-renowned brands: cars by Volkswagen and Mercedes-Benz, sportswear by Adidas, specialized machinery and

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32. So Near, Yet So Far

Right after the recent seven-day National Day holidays that ended on October 7, commuters in Beijing were delighted to find a new subway line being put into service. This 27.66-km long underground

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33. Fly Me to the Moon

One of the most prominent talking points last month was the high-profile launch on October 24 of China's first moon orbiter. Named Chang'e-1, the satellite is expected to fulfill a number of

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34. Reach for the Sky

For airline passengers, the Beijing Capital International Airport serves as a gateway that links the city and the outside world. This is not only because the airport can now accommodate aircraft from

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35. A Nation in Training

Beijing's successful bid to host the 2008 Summer Olympics has been viewed by many as something of great significance, as it symbolizes the confidence the world Olympic family has in China's

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36. Taming the Bull

So far this year China's central bank has raised interest rates six times and increased the reserve requirement ratio for commercial lenders 10 times. Anyone with even rudimentary economic knowledge

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37. Partners, Not Foes

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh wrapped up his official visit to China in late October, following a visit to India by his Chinese counterpart Li Keqiang in May, the first stop of his maiden

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38. Optimism Remains

In the wake of the timely and appropriate policies and strategies set at the Central Economic Work Conference, it seems that optimism remains in 2009 amid the chills brought about by the global financial crisis

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39. Common Prosperity

Apart from plenty of other famed tourist spots, the region also is endowed with abundant indigenous resources

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40. Cinderella Village

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