New rail line reduces Quzhou–Shanghai travel time to 2h 37m

December 29, 2025

The Hangzhou–Quzhou High-Speed Railway officially began operations on Dec 26, as the first outbound train C3132 departed Quzhou West Station for Hangzhou.

Shanghai sees 50% surge in foreign tourists in Jan-Nov

December 29, 2025

Shanghai's tourism authorities said the city recorded 6.29 million visits by foreign passport holders in the first 11 months of 2025, an increase of nearly 50 percent year on year.

Welcome a dazzling New Year at Dishui Lake

December 28, 2025

Still figuring out your New Year's Eve plans? Head to Dishui Lake in Lingang Special Area! Experience a spectacular concert, join the New Year's run, or watch the amazing fireworks show. Immerse yourself in the ultimate festive vibes!

Songjiang enables cross-border electricity bill payments with digital yuan

December 26, 2025

A Russian national residing in Shanghai's Songjiang district became the first expat in the Yangtze River Delta region to pay an electricity bill using digital yuan through a cross-border transaction on Dec 23.

Shanghai unveils support for G60 S&T Innovation Valley

December 26, 2025

Shanghai has released a policy document to strengthen the development of Songjiang district in its role as a key driver of the Yangtze River Deltra G60 Science and Innovation Corridor.

Shanghai unveils action plan to boost establishment of open source system

December 26, 2025

Shanghai has issued an action plan to strengthen the construction of an open source system, with a goal of incubating over 200 high-quality open source projects by 2027.

Celebrate New Year in Shanghai: Shows, fireworks and more

December 26, 2025

As the new year approaches, Shanghai is rolling out a rich lineup of cultural and tourism events, inviting visitors to experience the city's unique urban charm and usher in a joyful 2026.

Lin-gang Special Area boosts solo ventures with robust support

December 26, 2025

Lin-gang Special Area unveiled a comprehensive support system on Dec 18, aiming to stimulate innovation among the one-person-company communities operating within the digital economy.

Shanghai Metro embraces global tourists with Visa tap-to-ride

December 26, 2025

The introduction of the Visa function allows visitors to access the city's extensive metro network simply by tapping their Visa chip cards, offering seamless entry to 21 lines and 517 stations.

Yuyuan Lantern Festival to illuminate Shanghai for Year of the Horse

December 26, 2025

The lighting ceremony will begin on Jan 26, 2026, and the festival will run through March 3, according to Yuyuan Garden Malls as of Dec 17.