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Sketchy Premises
A new wave of Chinese comedy abandons story and moral messaging for pure absurdity, resonating with young viewers online. But as the trend goes mainstream, will the laughs last?
Dynamic Duo
Two Aliens, one of China’s most popular comic acts, has turned absurdity into an art, as well as creating a song-turned-meme that has caught the country’s zeitgeist
Fair Race
From steel to EVs, China is cracking down on excessive competition and price wars as policymakers push industries toward innovation, value creation and sustainable growth
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Speed Limit
China's auto sector, especially new-energy vehicles, is taking action to curb the price wars that have greatly impacted the industry for a shift toward value-driven development
Kicking the Habit
The most recent round of centralized drug procurement aims to eliminate cutthroat price competition in the sector, and bring the focus back to quality products
Global Classroom
The US is losing its crown as the most popular destination for Chinese students, who are looking to Europe, Asia and the Middle East for value for money, better visa policies and post-graduate job opportunities