Summer Davos to pinpoint opportunities Sep 9, 2009
Suntech in Wuxi has become a world leader in the production of solar cells through its focus on international markets. CD: How would you comment on China as the host for the Summer Davos. (Xinhuanet, China)
Downpour kills eight, as thousands evacuated in SW China Aug 31, 2009
On Saturday, a swollen river in Chongqing's Wuxi County overflowed and washed away five cars at a car park in the county seat. No casualties were reported. (Xinhuanet, China)
China's solar charge undercuts U.S. industry Aug 26, 2009
Suntech, based here in Wuxi, is on track this year to pass Q-Cells of Germany, to become the world's second-largest supplier of photovoltaic cells, which would put it behind only First Solar in Tempe, Ariz ... Suntech, based here in Wuxi, is on track this year to pass Q-Cells of Germany, to become the world's second-largest supplier of photovoltaic cells, which would put it behind only First Solar in Tempe, Ariz. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Factory closes after 300 kids sickened in China Aug 12, 2009
Janel World Trade Receives Sponsor Letter from Wuxi Water Resources. Janel World Trade, Ltd. (OTC Bulletin Board: JLWT ), a full-service global provider of integrated logistics and environmental services, today announced that its Environmental Projects Division has received a Sponsor Letter from The Wuxi Water Resources Bureau ... This will be the second Sponsor Letter Janel and its Consortium has received from Wuxi officials regarding the well publicized cleanup of Lake Tai. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
WuXi PharmaTech Announces Shareholder Resolutions Adopted at 2009 Annual General Meeting Aug 10, 2009
SHANGHAI, Aug. 9 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ) today announced shareholder resolutions adopted at its annual general meeting of shareholders held in Hong Kong on August 7, 2009 ... At the meeting, WuXi PharmaTech shareholders approved the re-election of incumbent Class B directors Xuesong Leng, Zhaohui Zhang, and Ning Zhao, each to serve a three-year term ... In addition, the WuXi shareholders approved an amendment to the Company's Memorandum of Articles and... (PR Newswire)
Chinese Microsoft Office Rival Launching Soon Aug 10, 2009
Wuxi, China - A Chinese company that offers a rival suite to Office is following industry trends by turning its software into a Web-based service. based in the eastern Chinese city of Wuxi, has for years offered a software suite that looks very similar to Microsoft Office but costs less. (BusinessWeek)
Premier Wen reiterates adherence to proactive fiscal, moderately easy money policies Aug 10, 2009
Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (3rd R) inspects the environment protection of the Taihu Lake in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province, Aug. 7, 2009 ... Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (1st L) talks to staff members at a research center of the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province, Aug. 7, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Search for jobs Overseas Aug 6, 2009
Teachers needed for international school in Wuxi, China - AUG 09. China | Randstad. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Smart cities needed to save our planet Aug 6, 2009
Some interesting projects are in progress in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, and Suntech is developing integrated solutions that allow desalination and cleaning of water at the same time as providing clean and renewable energy. These solutions would be good not just for the climate, but also increase food production, reduce poverty and help avoid conflicts. (Xinhuanet, China)
Chindex International, Inc. to Report First Quarter Fiscal 2010 Financial Results Aug 1, 2009
The Company's hospital network currently operates in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Wuxi. The Company sells medical products manufactured by various major multinational companies, including Siemens AG and Intuitive Surgical, for which the Company is the exclusive distribution partner for the sale and servicing of color ultrasound systems and surgical robotic systems respectively. (PR Newswire)
Residents buy rotten veggies from poor granny Jul 30, 2009
BEIJING, July 30 -- Residents of Wuxi, Jiangsu province, it seems, are too generous. They bought rotten vegetables from an old woman just to help her earn some money. (Xinhuanet, China)
WuXi PharmaTech Appoints Dr. Chi-Chung Chan as Vice President of Pharmacology Jul 23, 2009
SHANGHAI, July 23 /PRNewswire-Asia/ - WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device research and development outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, today announced that Dr. Chi-Chung Chan has been appointed as Vice President of Pharmacology ... Prior to joining WuXi, Dr. Chi-Chung Chan worked at Merck & Co. for 26 years in scientific positions of increasing responsibility ... "WuXi is committed to building a... (PR Newswire)
ArvinMeritor Signs Strategic Partnership with Yutong Group Co., Ltd. to Supply Drivetrain Components in China Jul 21, 2009
In addition to supplying premium non-drive and drive axles to Yutong, ArvinMeritor will now manufacture differential carriers and brake calipers at its facility in Wuxi, China, for application on Yutong's axles ... "We will build the carriers and air disc brakes in our Wuxi plant utilizing local suppliers," said Bowes. (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Schedules Second-Quarter 2009 Earnings Release Jul 21, 2009
SHANGHAI, July 20 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device R&D outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, today announced that it will release financial results for the second quarter of 2009 after the New York Stock Exchange closes on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 (which will be Wednesday morning, August 12, 2009 Shanghai time) ... Following the earnings announcement, WuXi PharmaTech senior... (PR Newswire)
* Suntech Power targeting China for 20% of sales Jul 7, 2009
Sales in China amount to about 2 percent of the total at the company based in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, chief executive officer Shi Zhengrong (Ia) said in a July 3 phone interview from Beijing. China, once it decides to do something, it happens very quickly, Shi said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Advanced Battery Technologies Remedies Non-Compliance With NASDAQ Listing Standard Jul 3, 2009
Wuxi Zhongqiang Autocycle Co., Ltd, founded in 2002, develops and manufactures various types of electric vehicles. Wuxi Zhongqiang owns three types of products listed in the E-Bike directory, with more than 20 varieties: electric bikes; agricultural transport vehicles for practical transportation; sport utility e-vehicles such as scooters, off-road vehicles, go-karts, snow scooters, sea scooters, as well as underwater propeller vehicles ... Wuxi Zhongqiang products are exported to countries and... (Primezone Releases)
WuXi PharmaTech Receives Award from BASF Jul 2, 2009
SHANGHAI, July 1 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ) announced today that it had received an award from BASF for excellent service and outstanding contributions in the area of custom synthesis for new crop-protection active ingredients ... "And I know that WuXi will continue to provide the same excellent service in the future." ... "We are pleased to receive this award by BASF in recognition of the efforts of WuXi's talented team," commented Dr. Ge Li, Chairman and CEO of... (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Named a Top Ten Chinese Outsourcing Enterprise Jun 29, 2009
SHANGHAI, June 29 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ) announced today that it had been selected by China's Ministry of Commerce to the list of Top Ten Leading Outsourcing Enterprises in China ... WuXi PharmaTech was the only winner in healthcare ... "We are honored to receive this recognition by the Ministry of Commerce," said Dr. Ge Li, Chairman and CEO of WuXi PharmaTech. (PR Newswire)
Chinese monks get formal English training at university in Shanghai Jun 28, 2009
That forum opened in Wuxi of east China's Jiangsu Province and concluded in Taipei. Editor: Chris. (Xinhuanet, China)
WuXi PharmaTech Files 2008 Annual Report on Form 20-F Jun 26, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA. SHANGHAI, June 25 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ) today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2008 with the Securities and Exchange Commission ... The annual report can be accessed on WuXi PharmaTech's website at under the Investor Relations section. (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Appoints Felix Hsu as Senior Vice President of U.S. Operations Jun 22, 2009
SHANGHAI, June 22 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device research and development outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, today announced that Felix Hsu has been appointed Senior Vice President of WuXi AppTec U.S. ... Prior to joining WuXi, Mr. Hsu worked at Medtronic for 14 years in positions of increasing responsibility ... In his new role, Mr. Hsu will be responsible for WuXi's U.S.... (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Appoints Wei-Min Chang as Vice President of Operations and General Manager of SynTheAll Manufacturing Facility, Eric Gu as Vice President of Business Development for Manufacturing Services Jun 22, 2009
SHANGHAI, June 21 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device research and development outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, today announced that Wei-Min Chang has been appointed Vice President of Operations and General Manager of the company's SynTheAll (STA) manufacturing facility, located in the Jinshan chemical industry zone of Shanghai. Mr. Chang will report to Dr. Ge Li, Chairman and... (PR Newswire)
Partnership Gwinnett heads to Asia Jun 18, 2009
The delegation will then travel to Wuxi and then the city of Pohang to visit with the large corporation POSCO.. The Partnership Gwinnett strategy and its investors have allowed the Gwinnett community to create high-wage jobs -- more than 5,000 in the last two years -- including the most recent NCR corporate headquarters relocation of 1,500 jobs, said Gwinnett County Commission Chairman Charles Bannister. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Huang expects to "plant" MLB's Yao Ming Jun 16, 2009
The first big events of CYBL will take place in Wuxi and Nanjing in Jiangsu province in late July and early August for the young players aged at under-12, 12-15 and 16-18. Editor: Xiong Tong. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lowe's opens export opportunities to 13 mainland China suppliers as U.S. housing market outlook brightens Jun 4, 2009
The events are scheduled to cover product categories including glassware, photo frames and bluetooth products, and are scheduled to be held in Guangzhou, Quanzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Wuxi. More information about Private Sourcing Events is available at. (PR Newswire)
COMMENT: Launching The Endgame May 28, 2009
After three years, the second World Buddhist Forum convened in Wuxi, Jiangsu two months ago and was attended by over a thousand religious personages including heads of different Buddhist sects. The Dalai Lama was again excluded, but this time labelled a 'disruptive element. (India Times, India)
Simcere Pharmaceutical Group Appoints Dr. Peng Wang as Chief Scientific Officer May 19, 2009
Dr. Wang has two decades of experience in pharmaceutical R&D, most recently serving as Vice President of Discovery Biology at WuXi PharmaTech. Previously, Dr. Wang was a Research Fellow at Schering-Plough Research Institute where he worked for eighteen years with increasing responsibilities. (PR Newswire)
WuXi AppTec Receives 2009 Lilly Global Supplier Award May 5, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA. SHANGHAI, May 5 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi AppTec, a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device research and development outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, announced today that it had received the 2009 Lilly Global Supplier Award from Eli Lilly and Company ... "We are honored to receive this award and deeply appreciate Lilly's recognition of the talent and efforts of WuXi scientists,"... (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Appoints Hao Zhou as Vice President of Finance May 5, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA. SHANGHAI, May 5 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (NYSE: ) today announced that it has appointed Hao Zhou as Vice President of Finance ... Prior to joining WuXi PharmaTech, Mr. Zhou worked for eleven years at General Electric (NYSE: ). (PR Newswire)
China delegates delay trip to Wichita Apr 30, 2009
A delegation of 11 officials from Wuxi, China have postponed their scheduled visit to Wichita ... The delegation planned to participate in a number of visits to local industries on Wednesday and sign a joint letter of intent between the cities of Wuxi and Wichita to advance an EcoPartnership formed last December. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Street parade of cultural heritages in E China Apr 12, 2009
Chinese performers present a celebration of good harvest during a street parade in front of a gathering of locals and tourists at a temple fair in Wuxi city, east China's Jiangsu Province, April 11, 2009. A variety of performances listed as local cultural heritages were showcased at the temple fair as a promotion of local tourism. (Xinhuanet, China)
Tale of two lamas: The battle for Tibet's soul Apr 4, 2009
The Panchen Lama also made a splash at the Second World Buddhist Forum, which started in the lakeside city of Wuxi in eastern Jiangsu province last week, and this week moved to Taiwan's capital of Taipei. He was the only one of the 1,300 monks, nuns and scholars from around the world to arrive in Wuxi accompanied by a security detail ... Significantly, targeting a worldwide audience for whom the Dalai Lama has become an enduring symbol of resistance to Beijing's heavy-handed policies in Tibet,... (Asia Times Online)
Advanced Battery Technologies Provides Business Update and 2009 Guidance Apr 3, 2009
ABAT is currently working to close the acquisition of Wuxi Angell Autocycle Co. Ltd. (``Wuxi Angell''), a developer and manufacturer of various types of electric vehicles, including electric bikes, agricultural transport vehicle and electric sports utility vehicles ... The Company's financial guidance does not factor any revenue contribution from the Wuxi Angell acquisition ... We have almost completed the Wuxi Angell acquisition that we believe will be a mutually beneficial business and... (Primezone Releases)
China Wind Systems, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2008 Results Apr 1, 2009
WUXI, Jiangsu, China, March 31 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Wind Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: CWSI), ("China Wind Systems" or the "Company"), a leading supplier of forged products and industrial equipment to the wind power and other industries in China, today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2008 ... -- Completed installing equipment at new 40,000 ton-capacity facility in Wuxi City and began equipment test runs -- Signed... (PR Newswire)
* Taiwan Buddhist master: 'No Taiwanese' Apr 1, 2009
During a press conference at the forum on Friday in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, Hsing Yun said that both sides of the Taiwan Strait belong to one family. There are no Taiwanese in Taiwan and Taiwanese are all Chinese. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
World Buddhist Forum participants: dialogues significant Mar 30, 2009
The model of a pagoda being built in the Famen Temple is shown at a press conference in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province, on March 29, 2009 ... WUXI, Jiangsu, March 29 (Xinhua) -- Participants hailed the importance of dialogues in the development of the Buddhism as the Second World Buddhist Forum wrapped up its first part on Sunday in Wuxi City of east China's Jiangsu Province ... The jointly-held forum, which will continue in Taipei on Tuesday, is installed with eight sub-forums in Wuxi... (Xinhuanet, China)
Leader urges country to strive for 2009 economic target Mar 29, 2009
Jia Qinglin (C front), member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, investigates Hynix-Numonyx Semiconductor Ltd. in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province, March 28, 2009. Jia Qinglin, together with Chinese Vice Premier Hui Liangyu, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of CPC Central Committee, made an investigation tour in... (Xinhuanet, China)
China vows 'severe crackdown' on Tibet separatists Mar 29, 2009
China's hand-picked choice as the second highest Tibetan spiritual figure, the Panchen Lama, addressed an international gathering of Buddhists in the eastern city of Wuxi on Saturday to mark the holiday. Page. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
China's Panchen Lama on religious freedom Mar 28, 2009
WUXI, China (AFP) - Beijing's choice as the second highest Tibetan spiritual figure told an international Buddhist gathering on Saturday that China now enjoys religious freedom and promotes world peace. The 19-year-old Panchen Lama addressed China's World Buddhist Forum in eastern Wuxi city on a new national holiday marking 50 years since a failed Tibetan uprising forced the Dalai Lama into exile ... The meeting was being held in two parts with two days of discussion concluding in Wuxi on Sunday... (Yahoo! Asia News)
• Buddhist cleric: China protects religious freedom Mar 28, 2009
Volunteers burn incense to welcome the guests for the second World Buddhist Forum Saturday March 28, 2009 in Wuxi, China ... Buddhist cleric: China protects religious freedom By CHRISTOPHER BODEEN WUXI, China - A high-level Tibetan Buddhist cleric backed by Beijing praised the communist government's protection of religion Saturday, apparently indicating the regime's intention to make him an international spokesman for its religious and Tibetan policies ... The conference placed him alongside... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Panchen Lama says China enjoys religious freedom Mar 28, 2009
The 11th Panchen Lama, Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, attends the opening ceremony of the Second World Buddhist Forum (WBF) in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province on March 28, 2009 ... WUXI, Jiangsu, March 28 (Xinhua) -- The 11th Panchen Lama, Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, said here Saturday that China enjoys religious freedom ... The 11th Panchen Lama, Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, talks with Xu Jialu, former vice-chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress of China, before the... (Xinhuanet, China)
World Buddhist Forum discusses building of world harmony Mar 28, 2009
The opening ceremony of the Second World Buddhist Forum (WBF) is held in Wuxi, east China's Jiangsu Province on March 28, 2009 ... WUXI, Jiangsu, March 28 (Xinhua) -- The Second World Buddhist Forum opened in this eastern Chinese city Saturday with more than 1,700 Buddhist monks and scholars from about 50 countries and regions gathering to discuss how Buddhism can contribute to building a harmonious world ... The 11th Panchen Lama, Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, talks with Xu Jialu, former... (Xinhuanet, China)
Panchen Lama to attend World Buddhist Forum in Wuxi Mar 27, 2009
WUXI, Jiangsu Province, March 27 (Xinhua) -- The 11th Panchen Lama, Bainqen Erdini Qoigyijabu, will attend the Second World Buddhist Forum that is to open in the eastern Chinese city of Wuxi Saturday, a forum spokesman said Friday ... The first part will be held from March 28-29 in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province ... WUXI, Jiangsu Province, March 27 (Xinhua) -- The 14th Dalai Lama was not invited to the Second World Buddhist Forum that is to open in the eastern Chinese city of Wuxi Saturday, a forum... (Xinhuanet, China)
WuXi PharmaTech Announces Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2008 Results Mar 26, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA. SHANGHAI, March 25 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading research and development outsourcing company serving the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries, with operations in China and the United States, today announced its financial results for fourth-quarter and full-year 2008 ... "2008 was a year of extraordinary economic challenges, both in the worldwide economy and the... (PR Newswire)
Xinyu Hedngdeli Announces 2008 Annual Results, Net Profit Surged by 10.4% to RMB 488 million Mar 26, 2009
In addition, the Group has acquired Wuxi Zhongbai Watch Company and renamed it as Wuxi Prime Time, strengthening its businesses in eastern China region ... As at 31 December 2008, OMAS has opened 23 outlets in the mainland China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Nanjing, Shenyang, Zhengzhou, Hangzhou, Suzhou and Wuxi, which recorded steady growth in sales. (JCN Network, Japan)
WuXi PharmaTech Schedules Fourth Quarter 2008 Earnings Release on Thursday, March 26, 2009 Mar 13, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA ... SHANGHAI, China, March 12 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (Cayman) Inc. (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device R&D outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, today announced that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter 2008 on March 26, 2008 Shanghai time, and after the US market close on Wednesday, March 25, 2008 New York time ... Following the earnings... (PR Newswire)
ProLogis Asia Operations Announces Enhanced Corporate Branding Mar 3, 2009
SHANGHAI, March 3 /CNW/ -- The company formerly known as ProLogis Asian Operations has been re-branded as 'Global Logistic Properties. We believe strongly in the growth of the logistics business in China and that GLP will play a significant role in its progress and development. (Canada Newswire)
Chinese turning to Tibetan Buddhism Feb 20, 2009
"Out of protection for my followers, I said they were only some new friends," recalled Dorje, a lama from Sichuan province who said he was chatting with followers in a hotel room in Wuxi, in coastal Jiangsu province, last year when officials from the local religious affairs bureau barged in and announced that it was not permitted to promote Tibetan Buddhism among Han Chinese ... Most are concentrated in Beijing, Wuxi and Shandong province and have helped him raise $88,000 in the past three years... (MSNBC -- International)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Feb 18, 2009
The forum will be held in Taipei and Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, between March 27 and April 1. Kenneth Fan (S), president of the World Congress of Cultures, said that Yes visit showed China has begun to attach more importance to religion following a period of greater economic development and cultural openness. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
China Wind Systems, Inc. Begins Production at New Facility Feb 10, 2009
WUXI, China, Feb. 9 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Wind Systems, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: CWSI) (''China Wind Systems'' or the ''Company''), which supplies forged rolled rings to the wind power and other industries and industrial equipment to the textile and energy industries in China, today announced that it has begun producing forged products at its new facility in Wuxi City after successfully completing equipment test runs. Pursuant to preliminary agreements signed in September, China... (PR Newswire)
WuXi PharmaTech Honored on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific 2008 List for the Fifth Consecutive Year Feb 8, 2009
WUXI APPTEC LOGO. (PRNewsFoto/WUXI APPTEC LOGO) SHANGHAI CHINA. SHANGHAI, China, Feb. 8 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- WuXi PharmaTech (NYSE: ), a leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device research and development outsourcing company with operations in China and the United States, is proud to announce that it was selected for the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific 2008 list for the fifth consecutive year ... WuXi PharmaTech is one of only 13 companies to be so recognized for five... (PR Newswire)
* Chinese girl tried to kill herself to give liver to father Feb 8, 2009
Shen Nanping (Hn), director of the childrens emergency department in Wuxi peoples hospital, said it was a miracle her life had been saved, although her thinking and memory had not fully recovered. He warned it would take several weeks before the full effects of her suicide attempt could be determined. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
