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  • Shanghai sees surge in departure tax refund sales in 2025

    Shanghai sees surge in departure tax refund sales in 2025

    January 23, 2026

    Shanghai recorded an 80 percent year-on-year increase in tax refund sales for departing travelers, thanks to a growing influx of international tourists and improved payment and tax refund services.

  • Robot-run store debuts in Shanghai

    Robot-run store debuts in Shanghai

    January 23, 2026

    A fully autonomous robot-run retail store powered by embodied artificial intelligence has opened in Shanghai, attracting curious customers with its seamless service.

  • Aviation sci-fi park Nantianmen to open in 2027

    Aviation sci-fi park Nantianmen to open in 2027

    January 23, 2026

    A theme park based on Chinese aviation science fiction is scheduled to open on August 1, 2027, in Shanghai's Lin-gang Special Area, according to its operator.

  • Shanghai braces for record passenger numbers during Spring Festival

    Shanghai braces for record passenger numbers during Spring Festival

    January 23, 2026

    Record high travel demand is anticipated during this year's Spring Festival travel rush in Shanghai, with the city projected to handle approximately 49.15 million passenger trips.

  • Shanghai's must-see Chinese New Year lantern fairs

    Shanghai's must-see Chinese New Year lantern fairs

    January 23, 2026

    Here's your guide to the most enchanting lantern fairs for the Chinese New Year celebration, where timeless heritage meets contemporary magic.

  • Temporary traffic controls announced for Yuyuan Lantern Festival

    Temporary traffic controls announced for Yuyuan Lantern Festival

    January 23, 2026

    To ensure safe and orderly movement, traffic police will implement temporary control measures based on real-time crowd conditions.

  • What is the evaluation criteria for applying for a Foreigner's Work Permit?

    What is the evaluation criteria for applying for a Foreigner's Work Permit?

    January 23, 2026

    Please visit the following link to check evaluation criteria for foreigners employed in China.

  • Where to see Year of the Horse art installations across Shanghai

    Where to see Year of the Horse art installations across Shanghai

    January 22, 2026

    In celebration of the upcoming Chinese New Year, Shanghai has unveiled a series of large-scale art installations inspired by the Year of the Horse across major malls and shopping areas.

  • A Spring Festival food guide to Shanghai's living culinary heritage (part two)

    A Spring Festival food guide to Shanghai's living culinary heritage (part two)

    January 22, 2026

    Below is a district-by-district guide on where to go, what to explore, and which spots merit a dedicated visit.

  • Shanghai unveils plan to boost influence in non-ferrous metals market

    Shanghai unveils plan to boost influence in non-ferrous metals market

    January 22, 2026

    Shanghai has introduced 18 measures designed to strengthen the city's position in the global non-ferrous metals market.