‘Shenzhen speed’ is normally a compliment, describing how the southern Chinese city gets things done at a rapid rate. But a downturn in its economy in the third quarter has been equally accelerated, casting doubt on its...

Talk that two of the world’s leading universities could collaborate in Shenzhen highlights how the city is hoping to address its shortcomings in higher education. An age-old saying in Chinese is that “A good name is...

Ho Iat-seng was elected as Macau’s new political head by a committee of 400 local representatives at the end of August. What can we expect from his first term in office? Gambling on election results has become big...

Cities in the Greater Bay Area are revving up to realise the benefits of the world’s newest super-cluster. Places like Meizhou and Yangjiang that didn’t make the cut as participants in the plan want a piece of the...

Despite headlines about high costs that are persuading companies to leave China for cheaper production bases elsewhere, places like Shenzhen, known for its expensive property prices, are attracting new...