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Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping attended 27 formal events in his U.S. tour. Among others, he met with U.S. President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, congress leaders and other senior officials.

China reiterates proactive fiscal policy stance in 2012

In an article published on the ministry's website, Minister of Finance Xie Xuren emphasized the important role of fiscal policy in maintaining China's growth.

China orders court hearings for parole cases

According to a judicial document released Wednesday by the China's Supreme People's Court , court hearings should be held for six types of commuting and parole cases, including those that involve objections from procuratorates or the public, as well as those deemed necessary by the people's courts.

•	China hopes for early resumption of six-party talks
•	China lodges representations over Nagoya mayor's denial of Nanjing Massacre
•	China allocates 120 mln yuan to drought-hit SW province
•	Chinese gov't to raise health insurance subsidies
•	China launches anti-corruption campaign targeting rural development

China "strongly dissatisfied" with Japan mayor's denial of Nanjing Massacre

"The (Japanese) mayor's irresponsible saying which distorted the historical facts seriously hurt Chinese people," said Luo Zhaohui, head of China's Foreign Ministry's Asian affairs department, when meeting with Japanese Foreign Ministry's Director General for Asian and Oceanian Affairs Shinsuke Sugiyama who is visiting China.

Serving the people urged after Japanese man's bike retrieved

The People's Daily, the flagship newspaper of the Communist Party of China, has called on local authorities to protect the common people's interests like the way they treated a Japanese cycling enthusiast after his bike was stolen.

Taiwanese leader pledges to close income gap

Taiwanese leader Ma Ying-jeou pledged on Wednesday that he will work to close the island's income gap during his next term.

Politics >>

•	Supreme Procuratorate handles 111 motions, proposals in 2011

•	State councilor urges closer ties between mainland, HK

•	China launches anti-corruption campaign targeting rural development

•	Chinese gov't to raise health insurance subsidies

•	Chinese VP addresses Sino-Turkish business forum in Istanbul

Voice of China >>

•	China, U.S. should be friends, partners: FM

•	FM spokesman says China's stance on Syria remains consistent, clear

•	China condemns violence against peacekeepers in Darfur

•	FM slams denial of Nanjing Massacre

•	China hopes Iran, Britain, France resume oil talks

Health >>

•	Chinese gov't to raise health insurance subsidies

•	Cattle found with foot-and-mouth disease in Ningxia

•	Bear bile maker, under fire, opens farm to reporters

•	Many blind to the risks of cosmetic contact lenses

•	China's Tongrentang: no more franchises

Entertainment >>

•	China's animated TV output jumps in 2011

•	Film agreement offers reel opportunities

•	Chinese actress Zhou Xun graces Bazaar magazine

•	Making films competitive

•	Fascinating beauty Mofei poses for Trendsports magazine

China & World >>

•	Vice president's visits enhance Chinese ties with Ireland, Turkey

•	Chinese VP wraps up three-nation visits

•	China-Myanmar religious exchange enters new phase of friendly cooperation

•	China "strongly dissatisfied" with Japan mayor's denial of Nanjing Massacre

•	China urges peaceful solution to Syrian crisis amid fears of more violence

Culture & Edu >>

•	Peking University asks teachers, students to be respectful of Hong Kong

•	Ningbo campus of Nottingham university goes after top students

•	Students celebrate Tibetan New Year at Middle School in Hefei

•	Tibetan New Year celebrated at Ji'nan Tibet Middle School

•	Dragon boat race in China's Hainan Province

Sci & Tech >>

•	Chinese vice premier meets IBM president, CEO

•	China to develop rare-earth based new materials

•	China's R&D spending surges 21.9 pct

•	Draft grain law limits genetic engineering

•	Xinhua taps quantum communication for financial information security

HK/Macao/Taiwan >>

•	Taiwanese leader pledges to close income gap

•	Taiwan lowers forecast for economic growth amid export worries

•	State councilor urges closer ties between mainland, HK

•	Macao's retail sales up 42% in 2011

•	Macao's residential mortgage loans down 27.7% in Q4 of 2011

Business >>

•	China reiterates proactive fiscal policy stance in 2012

•	Chinese company sues Apple over iPad trademark in Shanghai

•	Chinese key stock index up nearly 1 pct

•	Companies grow with anxieties amid gov't hope of stable growth

•	HSBC China PMI hits 4-month high

Society >>

•	China orders court hearings for parole cases

•	Serving the people urged after Japanese man's bike retrieved

•	Court efforts urged to solve private debt risks

•	Peking University asks teachers, students to be respectful of Hong Kong

•	Supreme Procuratorate handles 111 motions, proposals in 2011

Sports >>

•	Chinese dazzle in London World Cup, home crowd cheer for first medal

•	Liu Xiang hopes to do better in Stockholm indoor tournament

•	Sailing industry thrives in regatta venue of Beijing Olympics

•	Jeremy Lin takes up Yao's mantle

•	China's Qin/Luo win men's synchronised 3m springboard at London WC

Opinion >>

•	China also has dreams to pursue

•	Need for managing inflation expectations

•	Danger on road ahead over foreign contracts

•	More consideration given to guards for overseas Chinese workers

•	Iran oil ban triggers Chinese oil reserve concerns

Video >>

Chinese automaker Great Wall Motors opens factory in EU

Tibetans celebrate Water Dragon Year

Visiting Chinese VP meets Turkish President

China's Vice President Xi Jinping arrives in Turkey

Biz China Weekly >>

Feb. 13- Feb. 19

China's central bank announced on Saturday to cut banks’ reserve requirement ratio (RRR) by 50 basis points, sparkling various speculations and debate.

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	Iran renews threats to cut oil to other EU countries

	Eurozone approves new Greek bailout plan

	Photos of Jackie Chan's private plane disclosed

	China prioritizes systematic financial risk control

	Superstars deeply hurt by love

	Global politicians who love sports

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Special Reports >>

Vice President Xi Jinping visits U.S., Ireland, Turkey

Spring Festival 2012

Premier Wen visits four nations, attends energy summit

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