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On his visit to Shenzhen during the World Expo the president of the Republic of Congo Denis Sassou-Nguesso has high regards of the city of Shenzhen. Stating that the development that Shenzhen went through the past 30 years is a good example and will provide ideas for African Countries. Sassou-Nguesso said that Shenzhen have greatly [...]
Aug 25 2010, 12:19 pm | Posted in Consulates | Read More »

Qianhai is officially recognized as a municipal level business center, and is already been positioned as a strategic center for the city’s further development. Qianhai will now enjoy preferential government policies and will become a center for high end services, innovation and logistics industries. According to the 10 year plan by the Shenzhen Urban Planning [...]
Aug 25 2010, 12:02 pm | Posted in Finance | Read More »

This Friday, Aussie Drinks is co-hosted by the Northern Territory government. Join the rest of the AustCham Shanghai members to hear about the latest in Northern Territory and China relations and enjoy your first drink on them. Aussie Drinks will be at Kakadu from 6:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. On the Screen: NRL – Rabbitohs vs. [...]
Aug 25 2010, 10:56 am | Posted in Chambers Of Commerce | Read More »

The Huizhou Young Professionals Club (HZYP) and Network PRD will be holding its second networking event on August 26, 2010 at the Norwegian Wood Club at 8 pm. This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet other young professionals and enrich your network so don’t forget to bring plenty of business cards! RMB40 per [...]
Aug 25 2010, 8:04 am | Posted in Networking | Read More »

A ten year plan by the State Council is on the table aimed to make Shenzhen a modern green city with robust economy and harmonious society. According to the plans Shenzhen will enhance cooperation with Hong Kong to further develop its six areas mainly, transportation, customs, ecology, construction, finance and information technology. The plan also [...]
Aug 25 2010, 7:53 am | Posted in Destinations | Read More »

Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen introduces the Prestige Dining Card- the hotel’s dining privilege program that offers a complete luxury lifestyle experience with exclusive benefits. Members will enjoy discounts at the hotel’s food and beverage outlets, Spa, Health Club and on guest room bookings. The membership also includes vouchers for a complimentary room night, lunch and dinner [...]
Aug 25 2010, 7:34 am | Posted in Hotels | Read More »

3 out of 4 stars If there was ever a beloved franchise plagued by sequel fatigue, it’s DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Shrek’ series. When the original film snuck quietly into theatres in 2001, it captured the heart of a generation with its touching story of an ogre hiding a heart of gold behind his monstrous appearance, becoming [...]
Aug 24 2010, 6:06 pm | Posted in Films | Read More »

__________ In its second week, Sylvester Stallone’s action flick ‘The Expendables’ once again muscled its way to the top of the U.S. box office. Declining a standard 51% to $17 million, the violent thriller raised its total take to over $65.4 million in ten days. By contrast, five new movies with smaller commercial appeal all [...]
Aug 24 2010, 5:57 pm | Posted in Films | Read More »

I have always been interested in sailing, however it was only ever got as far as reading about it in books and magazines. I have never been under sail. In Shenzhen I asked several people how do I learn to sail and didn’t receive a helpful answer until I dropped by ”Yacht Consultants”. On my [...]
Aug 24 2010, 4:52 pm | Posted in Sailing & Boating | Read More »

The Snake Pit now has four flat screen TVs Plus a large screen projector for great viewing throughout the club. Members are requesting for more channels and the Pit is already working on it. As for the viewing schedule this week, here it is: Aussie Rugby: Sunday, August 29 14:00 - Australian National Rugby League- Round 25: [...]
Aug 24 2010, 3:41 pm | Posted in Sports Bars | Read More »