VISAS
Learn more about the different types of Chinese visa for foreign nationals, how to apply, and answers to frequently asked questions.
JOBS
Foreigners who accept a job in China should apply for a Foreigner's Work Permit. Find out what the procedures are to apply for the work permit.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
This section features information which will help visitors plan their trip to China.
STATE COUNCIL EXECUTIVE MEETINGS
Efforts urged to consolidate recovery
Premier Li Keqiang called for efforts in the country's economic powerhouses to consolidate economic recovery.
Govt appoints, removes officials
The State Council, China's cabinet, announced the appointment and removal of several officials on Aug 17.
Govt policy moves from past week
The nation aims to build at least 1,000 pocket parks this year to increase space for outdoor activities, according to a notice.
VIDEOS
504-meter-wide arch for largest bridge of its type installed in Guizhou
The arch for supporting a 504-meter section of the Wujiang grand bridge was completed on Aug 15. With a total length of 1,834 meters and a main span of 504 meters, the bridge is currently the world's largest concrete-filled steel tube deck arch bridge.
POLICIES
Administrative discretion rules
A basic system of administrative discretion will be established to ensure its standards with regulated enforcement.
China to cancel, adjust penalty fees
The State Council has decided to cancel and adjust a batch of penalty fees to further regulate administrative discretion.
IN FOCUS
2022 FIRST HALF STATISTICS
STATE COUNCIL
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PREMIER: Li Keqiang
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VICE-PREMIERS:
Han Zheng, Sun Chunlan,
Hu Chunhua, Liu He -
STATE COUNCILORS:
Wei Fenghe, Wang Yong, Wang Yi, Xiao Jie, Zhao Kezhi -
SECRETARY GENERAL: Xiao Jie
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