Fall from grace Mar 28, 2009
The project is a 60:40 joint venture between an Instangreen subsidiary with a China state-owned enterprise to develop homes, a 36-hole golf course and a F3 racing circuit in Zhuhai. Although LBS principal business model was to build mass housing in Malaysia, investors were more interested in the China factor, and they felt that the shares deserve a premium. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Reports: China East Star airline chief detained Mar 19, 2009
Police caught Lan Shili, president of East Star, at the airport in Zhuhai, in southern China, and escorted him back to the central Chinese city of Wuhan, where the airline is based, Caijing magazine reported, citing unnamed sources. East Star is one of several private carriers that are struggling for survival amid an industry downturn that has battered even big, state-run carriers that, unlike their smaller rivals, are getting billions of dollars in government support. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Oil spill bigger than estimated, company admits Mar 14, 2009
In 2006 the South China Morning Post quoted Chinese state media as reporting that the Pacific Adventurer had collided with a patrol boat off the city of Zhuhai. At least 13 of the patrol boat's crew were lost. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
China has prepared plans to cope with even bigger difficulties amid the financial crisis and is ready to put forward new stimulus package at any time, said Premier Wen Jiabao Friday.• Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao meets press Mar 13, 2009
BEIJING, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said here on Friday that the construction of the bridge connecting HongKong, Macao, and Zhuhai will start before the end of this year. BEIJING, March 13 (Xinhua) -- China's fiscal deficit is under control and the government's debt level is safe, said Premier Wen Jiabao here Friday. (Xinhuanet, China)
Highlights of Premier Wen's remarks at press conference Mar 13, 2009
-- Construction of the proposed bridge connecting Hong Kong, Macao, and Zhuhai will start before the end of this year. -- "The motherland will always provide the strongest support for Hong Kong and Macao.". (Xinhuanet, China)
Priceless and tickled pink Mar 4, 2009
Pink dolphins inhabit the waters off the nearby Chinese cities of Zhuhai and Macau but their numbers are also dwindling. The tour operator tells us we have a 97 per cent chance of seeing the critters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
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)
Good Life China (GLCC) Closes Acquisition of Shenzhen Bread Co. Feb 21, 2009
With gross revenues in the 10 million Yuan range, and a 20% net profit ratio, the Company is in an excellent position to continue to grow through cooperation agreements and by expanding its geographic footprint to build regional bakeries servicing a growing franchise chain network around the Pearl River Delta (including the principal cities of Dongguan, Huizhou, Zhuhai, and Guangzhou in Guangdong Province). Safe Harbor statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: Certain... (PR Newswire)
Report of 'organ tourism' stirs new Japan-China controversy Feb 18, 2009
There was uproar on the Internet and outrage in China's state-run media in 2003 when 400 Japanese men and 500 Chinese prostitutes held a three-day sex party at a hotel in the southern city of Zhuhai. A court sentenced 14 Chinese citizens to prison - the hotel's general manager and a prostitute received life terms - and China sought an Interpol warrant against three Japanese organizers. (International Herald Tribune)
Publicis Groupe: 2008 Annual Results Feb 11, 2009
2XL (United Arab Emirates), Aerogal (Ecuador), Al Barari (United Arab Emirates), Al Majid Motors (United Arab Emirates), Ali & Sons (United Arab Emirates), Alpha Bank (Romania), AMVIX (Greece), Aspial-Lee Hwa (Singapore), Aston Martin (United-Kingdom), AXA (New Zealand), Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts Pte Ltd (Singapore), Barclay's (Spain), Berker Mama (Turkey), Betek (Turkey), Bob-Mobile (Greece), Bratz (Spain), Butlins (United Kingdom), Cadbury Wedel (Poland), Campofrio (Spain), Cargill (India),... (PR Newswire)
* World News Quick Take Mar 30, 2008
Some 75 children began to vomit after drinking the milk on Wednesday at daycare centers in the cities of Zhuhai and Jiangmen, Xinhua news agency said ... The Zhuhai Weiwei Daheng Dairy Co in Guangdong Province has recalled 2,706 boxes of milk in addition to those seized, Xinhua said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
China: Milk recall after 100 children sickened Mar 29, 2008
Some 75 children began to vomit after drinking the milk Wednesday at day care centers in the cities of Zhuhai and Jiangmen, the Xinhua News Agency said ... The Zhuhai Weiwei Daheng Dairy Co. in Guangdong province has recalled 2,706 boxes of milk in addition to those seized, the agency said. (USA Today -- Money)
China's action in Tibet threatens Olympic torch run in London Mar 22, 2008
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China Architectural Engineering Awarded $3.8 Million Contract for Renovation of China's National Museum Mar 21, 2008
ZHUHAI, China NGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--China Architectural Engineering, Inc. (CAE) (AMEX: - ), a leader in the design, engineering, fabrication and construction of structural exterior cladding systems, today announced that it has been awarded a contract worth approximately $3. 8 million to renovate the exterior of the landmark National Museum of China in Beijing. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
LBS to launch projects worth RM5bil in China Mar 20, 2008
PETALING JAYA: LBS Bina Goup Bhd expects to launch property development projects in Zhuhai, China, with an estimated gross development value of more than RM5bil by year-end ... Zhuhai is a good location ... A bridge linking Hong Kong, Macau and Zhuhai was also in the process of being firmed up by the relevant governments, he said, adding that the Macau tourism industry was also expected to have a spill-over effect on its property projects. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Green challenge toChina's mega-projects Mar 20, 2008
"The project is located 68 kilometers from the center of Guangzhou, but only 40 kilometers from the center of Shenzhen, 37 kilometers from Yuen Long in Hong Kong, 40 kilometers from Macau, and 31 kilometers from Zhuhai," said Tian. Beyond pollution, Tian is concerned about the safety of the project. (Asia Times Online)
Guangdong looksfor delta embrace Mar 15, 2008
Of the four special economic zones Beijing approved in 1980 to pilot market-oriented economic reforms, three - Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Shantou - are in Guangdong. The only other one is Xiamen, in Fujian province, facing Taiwan. (Asia Times Online)
Hong Kong, Macau and Guangdong in deal to build bridge Mar 9, 2008
The bridge will connect Zhuhai, a city in the southwest of the Pearl River Delta in Guangdong province, to the rest of the delta area and will slash travel times to Hong Kong. Currently, only ferries connects Zhuhai and Macau with Hong Kong. (International Herald Tribune)
Chinese premier urges Guangdong to further free minds Mar 8, 2008
The CPC Central Committee and the State Council in 1979 approved reports on special and flexible policies in foreign economic activities submitted by the Guangdong and Fujian provincial committees of the CPC, and decided to set up special economic zones in Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Shantou, and Xiamen. The establishment and development of special economic zones and opening-up zones have prompted the creation of a group of regional economic growth centers, vigorously bringing along opening up across the... (People's Daily Online, China)
China's spacewalk on course for October Mar 7, 2008
ZHUHAI, Guangdong, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- China's third manned spacecraft is under assembly, a chief Shenzhou spacecraft consultant said here Thursday. BEIJING, Oct. 25 (Xinhua) -- A senior Chinese space program official said here on Wednesday development of the Shenzhou VII manned spacecraft is proceeding smoothly, but declined to give a timetable for its launch. (Xinhuanet, China)
HK-Macau bridge plannersgo for costly option Mar 5, 2008
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge at the mouth of the Pearl River will be 36 kilometers long, with six traffic lanes designed for a speed of 100 kilometers per hour, including a 6 ... The destination landing points of the bridge will be in the reclaimed land of Macaus north-eastern district known as "The Pearl", Shek San Shek Wan in Hong Kongs Lantau Island, and Zhuhais Gongbei ... At completion, travel from Hong Kong to Macau or Zhuhai, which is immediately to the north of Macau, will be... (Asia Times Online)
Freeway accident leaves 15 dead, 25 injured Feb 19, 2008
The accident happened at around 7:00 p.m. at Chenzhou city on the north-south freeway connecting Beijing and Zhuhai city in south China's Guangdong Province, according to traffic police ... The traffic on the Beijing-Zhuhai freeway was stopped temporarily because of the accident. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Chen urges Beijing to resume negotiations Feb 15, 2008
Yeh Fei-cheng (e), who is based in Zhuhai, China, said he would not close down his Chinese factory to return home because his business is doing well. He opened the Zhuhai factory about five years ago mainly because of cheaper labor, he said, though recent Chinese policy changes have hiked his operational costs by 20 percent to 30 percent. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
China sees post-holiday travel peak Feb 13, 2008
All the roads linking different provinces have resumed traffic and there is no vehicles stranded on the national artery linking Beijing and Zhuhai City of Guangdong, which was paralyzed by the snow before the holiday. Meanwhile, air traffic is busy too. (Xinhuanet, China)
Transportation remains grim as travel peak looms Feb 11, 2008
Traffic was smooth on the Beijing- Zhuhai expressway, a north-south trunk road. BEIJING, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) -- Life in snowstorm-hit areas in south and east China provinces is gradually returning to normal as disrupted transport and power supply being resumed and living conditions improved day by day, according to the latest release on Saturday by the disaster relief and emergency command center under the State Council. (Xinhuanet, China)
Traffic largely back to normal in China Feb 10, 2008
Traffic was smooth on the Beijing- Zhuhai expressway, a north-south trunk road. The trunk road saw a surging flow of traffic at the section bordering Guangdong and central Hunan Province, with 3,832 vehicles heading south, up 70 percent from Friday, and 5,760 vehicles heading north, down 20 percent, according to the ministry. (Xinhuanet, China)
Millions in China to greet new year without power Feb 5, 2008
On the roads, a major north-south trunk road, the Beijing-Zhuhai expressway, was back to normal after de-icing work by 1,200 troops and police. The China Meteorological Administration said on Monday the weather was the coldest in 100 years in central Hubei and Hunan provinces but it expected milder conditions ahead. (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
* Chinese struggle to keep order as trains swamped Feb 4, 2008
Congestion along the Zhuhai to Beijing expressway, a key north-south artery, had worsened as people unable to get train tickets home took to roads, a separate report said. There may be worse to come. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
China Tries to Restore Power, Transport as Forecasters Say Storms to Ease Feb 4, 2008
Traffic on the Jingzhu Expressway, connecting the southern cities of Guangzhou and Zhuhai with Beijing, has been cleared, China Central Television reported, after a stretch of it was jammed with more than 10,000 vehicles yesterday. Tanks were used to clear some icy highways, Xinhua reported. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Full Story » Feb 4, 2008
" A key expressway linking Beijing to the southern city of Zhuhai near Macau was fully reopened for traffic early Monday, Xinhua reported. The drivers of the last 6,000 vehicles, some of whom had been stuck in the snow and ice for nine days, were rescued by soldiers of the People's Liberation Army and People's Armed Police, according to the agency. Soldiers were forced to use picks and shovels to free cars from the thick ice encasing their tyres. The PLA even deployed a few tanks to crack the... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Fog worsens central China's traffic logjam Feb 3, 2008
A bus carrying 30 children, aged from 2 to 16, was stranded on the pivotal expressway linking Beijing and Zhuhai in the southern Guangdong Province for eight days ... The children left their homes in the central province of Hubei on Jan. 24 to spend the Chinese New Year with their parents, who work in the southern "boom towns" of Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Dongguan. (Xinhuanet, China)
China Snows Worsen, Forcing Release of Emergency Food, Stranding Travelers Feb 2, 2008
About 12,000 vehicles and 37,000 people were also stranded on the Jingzhu Expressway, which connects the southern cities of Guangzhou and Zhuhai with Beijing, according to Xinhua. Airports in Hangzhou and Ningbo were closed today, the official news agency said. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Railways best serve our transport needs Feb 1, 2008
The cities around the Pearl River Delta, including Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Dongguan, Guangzhou, Foshan, Zhongshan, Zhuhai and Macao are all within one hour's traveling distance. It is in effect a mega city of about 40 million people. (Xinhuanet, China)
Motor Racing: Jazeman reinstated as Formula BMW Asia Series winner Jan 31, 2008
Ecstasy: Jazeman Jaafar jumping for joy after winning the final leg in Zhuhai on Nov 4 ... And with the FASC failing to call for a hearing within a 30-day period, the FIA ruled yesterday that the organisers must reinstate the original overall results of the championship after Race 22 in the final leg in Zhuhai on Nov 4. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jazeman lauds decision, now guns for Europe Jan 31, 2008
The 15-year-old Jazeman is now doing testing with German team Am-Holzer Rennsport at the Zhuhai International Circuit in China. He will be making his debut in the Formula BMW Euroseries, which begins in March, but is unable to test in Europe because of the winter season. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Urgent rescue work in China Jan 30, 2008
Passengers stranded in Beijng-Zhuhai expressway, who have been evacuated to Xiangtan City, receive meals in a hotel where they are settled, in Xiangtan City, Hunan Province, central China, Jan. 29, 2008. Due to the closure of the expressway linking Beijing with Zhuhai in south China's Guangdong Province a week ago, more than 20,000 vehicles with 60,000 people were stranded near Hunan's Xiangtan City. (Xinhuanet, China)
China shuts down porn sites Jan 23, 2008
Separately, Xinhua said 33 people were arrested in connection with a website that allowed customers, mainly in Taiwan, to view live sex shows filmed at 12 separate locations in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai. Xinhua said 23 of those arrested were performers who were ordered detained for 15 days, while the 10 others, including two Taiwanese, were managers. (USA Today -- Tech)
PacificNet Completes Acquisition of Octavian International - Global Provider of Gaming Technology Jan 17, 2008
PacificNet employs about 1,500 staff in its various subsidiaries throughout China with offices in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Macau and Zhuhai China, USA and the Philippines. Safe Harbor Statement. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Record number of travelers expected Jan 16, 2008
"The largest maritime patrol vessel, Haixun 31, which was delivered last year, will be dispatched to the mouth of the Pearl River to ensure the safety of ships and passengers around Zhuhai and Macao," He said. Similarly, the Ministry of Public Security has urged traffic management departments to strengthen operations and prevent both large-scale traffic jams and serious accidents - of 10 fatalities and above - from occurring during the holidays. (Xinhuanet, China)
Las Vegas Sands Announces Completion of Financing for Marina Bay Sands in Singapore Jan 5, 2008
" Goldman Sachs, DBS Bank Ltd., UOB Asia Limited, and Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited acted as coordinators of the financing. The coordinators as well as affiliates of Citigroup, Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, Malayan Banking Berhad, Standard Chartered Bank, The Royal Bank of Scotland, Calyon, and The Bank of Nova Scotia acted as Mandated Lead Arrangers. DBS Bank Ltd. is acting as Technical Bank, Agent and Security Trustee. Statements in this... (PR Newswire)
CAE Inc.'s Brown Courts Asia Flight-Simulator Buyers as U.S. Sales Stall Dec 25, 2007
CAE has a flight-training center in Zhuhai, China, to serve airlines in the world's second-biggest aviation market, and another in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, that is a training base for Indian carriers, Brown said. CAE's simulator orders in fiscal 2007 reflect the push by Brown, 62, to add business outside the U.S. since becoming CEO in 2004. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
China's cool war rages Dec 21, 2007
"Since some second-tier cities such as Tianjin and Chengdu have been well explored, some property developers have shifted their focus to third-tier locations such as Zhuhai, Weizhou and Dongguan," he said. Luk expected more tightening policies, including increases in interest rates and mortgage deposits. (Asia Times Online)
Narain clinches first A1GP victory for India in dramatic race Dec 17, 2007
ZHUHAI: Narain Karthikeyan made history yesterday when he took India to their first ever A1 Grand Prix win in an incident-packed feature race at China s Zhuhai International Circuit here yesterday. Narain was joined on the podium by New Zealand s Jonny Reid, who started from 10th position on the grid, and South Africa s Adrian Zaugg who took third place. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
A1 GP CHECKLIST Dec 17, 2007
The Telegraph - Calcutta : Sports. Monday, December 17, 2007. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Motorsports: Yoong slams Reid over collision Dec 17, 2007
ZHUHAI: Malaysias Alex Yoong was fiercely critical of A1 Team New Zealands Jonny Reid following the pairs second controversial collision in as many meetings in Zhuhai. Yoong and Reid collided in the opening laps of the Feature race in Sepang, and they touched again in the first few corners of the Feature race in China. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Alex to start in eighth spot in feature race Dec 16, 2007
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's Alex Yoong will start in eighth position of the feature race and 17th in the sprint race of the A1 Grand Prix in Zhuhai, China ... Ammermuller was delighted with his first pole position in only his second A1GP appearance and is looking forward to taking on the challenging Zhuhai circuit today morning. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* Health scare halts Maling exports Dec 8, 2007
The importer, Zhuhai Duty Free Enterprises Group, had already pulled the chips from shelves, the China Daily said, citing a company official. The chips had also been pulled from shelves in Hong Kong, media said this week. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
China sets 3 month ban on U.S. films Dec 6, 2007
The ban was not announced in writing, but some Chinese exhibitors became aware of the policy last week at an exhib convention held in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, on the eve of this week's CineAsia confab in Macau. Reasons for the drastic action are threefold and appear to be a mixture of major politics and industry issues. (Variety)
CIBT Expands to Zhuhai & Macau in Southern China Dec 6, 2007
CIBT Expands to Zhuhai & Macau in Southern China: Financial News - Yahoo ... CIBT Expands to Zhuhai & Macau in Southern ChinaWednesday December 5, 8:59 pm ET ... VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Dec. 5, 2007) - CIBT Education Group Inc. (TSX VENTURE: - ; OTCBB: - ) reports that its subsidiary, CIBT School of Business and Technology Corp., has signed an agreement to establish a CIBT Education Center at the Zhuhai Broadcasting & Television University ("ZBTU") in Zhuhai City, China. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Ahmad Fuad struggles in first qualifying session in Zhuhai Dec 1, 2007
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia s Ahmad Fuad Baharudin only managed the sixth fastest time in the first qualifying session for the final round of the Petronas Sprinta FIM Asian Grand Prix at Zhuhai International Circuit, China yesterday. Ahmad Fuad had a tough day and clocked 1:40. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
China Architectural Engineering Awarded Contract to Install Facade of the China Water Conservancy Museum in Hangzhou, China Dec 1, 2007
ZHUHAI, China NGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--China Architectural Engineering, Inc. (CAE) (AMEX: - ), which specializes in the design, engineering, fabrication and installation of high-end curtain wall systems, today announced that it has been awarded a contract to build the external facade for the China Water Conservancy Museum in Hangzhou, China. The project is expected to commence at the end of December 2007 with an expected duration of approximately 12 months. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Las Vegas Sands Launches New High-Speed Ferry Service Between Hong Kong and Macao Nov 30, 2007
Additionally, the company is working with the Zhuhai Municipal People's Government of the PRC to master-plan the development of a leisure resort and convention complex on Hengqin Island in the PRC.. Contacts: Investment Community: Scott Henry (702) 733-5502 Media: Ron Reese (702) 414-3607. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Malaysia finish in 10th spot to earn their first point Nov 26, 2007
Switzerland now lead the championship standings on 61 points 10 points ahead of France as the event heads for Zhuhai in China for the next round scheduled for Dec 14-16. Jimenez was also delighted to have earned Brazil their first podium finish of the season. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Washburn: Q&A with Zhang Lianwei Nov 24, 2007
In 1985, his javelin career over, then 20-year-old Zhang was working for the government sports bureau in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, painting lines on soccer fields, racking up snooker balls and other odd jobs. He was then presented with the opportunity of working at a new golf course in the city -- it was the second golf course in China. (ESPN -- Golf)
Washburn: How they got to the China Tour Nov 22, 2007
Current job: Pro golfer, based out of Zhuhai Lakewood Golf Club in Guangdong Province ... Personal: Single Hometown: Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, South China Current residence: Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, South China Wu, from southern China, grew up close to one of the first golf courses in modern China and remembers collecting lost golf balls in the hills nearby as a child. (ESPN -- Golf)
Hangzhou ranked China's "happiest city" Nov 9, 2007
Zhuhai and Zhongshan, both in south China's Guangdong Province, were fifth and sixth, respectively. Qingdao, in eastern Shandong Province, was seventh. (Xinhuanet, China)
Motor Racing: Jazeman troubled by gearshift problem in free practice Nov 3, 2007
ZHUHAI: The same gearshift problem that developed in Chengdu in September continued to dog Malaysian youngster Jazeman Jaafar throughout yesterday's Formula BMW Asia Series final leg free practice session at the Zhuhai International Circuit in China ... Its like this: Jazeman Jaafar having a discussion with his father Datuk Jaafar Abdul Hamid at the Zhuhai International Circuit in China yesterday ... The Zhuhai circuit is seeing unseasonably cool weather with stiff cross winds causing set-up... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Las Vegas Sands Corp. Reports Third Quarter 2007 Results Nov 2, 2007
We have also advanced our master-plan to develop a complementary trade-fair, convention, and leisure destination on Hengqin Island, in Zhuhai of the People's Republic of China and adjacent to the Cotai Strip ... "Other Factors Affecting EarningsPre-opening expenses related principally to the opening of The Venetian Macao, as well as the Marina Bay Sands and The Palazzo were $90.4 million in the third quarter of 2007.Development expenses related to our efforts in Zhuhai (Hengqin Island, in the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eight foreigners picked to carry Olympic torch in China Nov 2, 2007
Luis Hong-Sanchez, from Colombia, a student in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai. Yury Ilyakhin, from Moscow, general manager of a Beijing information technology company. (International Herald Tribune)
China's latest SEZbanks on harmony Oct 31, 2007
At about the same time, Zhuhai and Shantou - two other cities in Guangdong province - and Xiamen in Fujian province, were also designated as SEZs. In 1988, the island province of Hainan followed and amid economic sanctions by Western countries after the June 4, 1989 Tiananmen massacre, the government picked Shanghai's Pudong area for a SEZ role. (Asia Times Online)
Carrera Cup: Peter Boylan running second in Asia Oct 26, 2007
"But sometimes the racing is not very gentlemanly. "The Porsche Carrera Cup Asia next moves to Zhuhai International Circuit for the penultimate meeting of the 2007 season on November 3 and 4, with the finale on the streets of Macau two weeks later. All competitors in the series drive identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup racers built and supplied by Porsche's racing division in Weissach, Germany. (Kalona News, IA)
Rafie, Rosnizam itching for action after two-month break Oct 25, 2007
PETALING JAYA: After a two-month break, Com Star YY Pang riders Mohd Rafie Naser and Rosnizam Mohd Noor are looking forward to racing again in Round Five of the Petronas Sprinta FIM Asian Grand Prix in Zhuhai from Oct 26-28. Both riders are among the top five in the Underbone 115cc championship standings and they are relishing the change of pace that Zhuhai would bring. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Rumblings about gambling make Macau a riskier bet Oct 13, 2007
At the land border crossing at Zhuhai, an illegal foreign exchange business has been operating under the noses of Chinese officials, allowing Chinese to convert unlimited amounts of yuan (still officially non-convertible) into Hong Kong dollars or, if they wish, have it waiting as credit with the cashiers at Ho's casinos. The Macau route has been a favourite money-laundering channel for China's billions of dollars in corrupt earnings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
M&A's Revival, SABMiller vs Busch, U.S.'s China Plays: Timshel Oct 11, 2007
The company, based in the southern city of Zhuhai and listed on the American Stock Exchange, has soared more than fivefold. Both these companies have become expensive even by Chinese standards. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
FEATURE-China "e" bikes silently drive lead demand Oct 10, 2007
They have been banned in the southern boom cities of Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Zhuhai. "When you have these things whizzing along in the bike lanes at 60 kilometres an hour it's getting a little dangerous," Roberts said. (AlertNet)
