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    Single-origin Coffee Tasting and Promotion Event Launched in Beijing's CBD

    Written by , 17 August 2023
    On August 3, a single-origin coffee tasting and promotion event kicked off in the Central Business District (CBD) in Chaoyang District, Beijing, where diplomatic envoys from multiple coffee-producing countries gathered to share resources and present their country's coffee varieties. In 2022, China's total import and export trade volume of coffee and the related products reached 230,000 tons, with a total trade value of CNY 9.346 billion. In recent years, Chaoyang has been making significant efforts in developing a "City of Coffee". Currently, the district is home to about 50 percent of Beijing's coffee shops and the CBD itself houses nearly 700 coffee shops. The number of coffee shops per 10,000 people is on par with that of major cities in the world like New York and Tokyo. The Tasting and Promotion Event welcomed guests including the personnel of the coffee-producing countries' embassies in China, a key figure of the International Coffee Organization, staff members of Beijing…
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    Overseas Bank Cards Accepted by Weixin Pay and Alipay

    Written by , 29 August 2023
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    Taikang Art Museum Opens: Beijing CBD Embraces Another Art Landmark

    Written by , 11 September 2023
    Located at the core area of Beijing CBD, Taikang Art Museum (TAM) was officially open to the public on August 22. Its debut titled Engaging with the World: Modern and Contemporary Chinese Art Since the Dawn of the 20th Century will run until January 12, 2024. The operation of TAM reflects the progress made by Taikang in the art and public welfare domains, marking that Taikang has embarked on a brand new journey. TAM, a non-profit private art museum, is committed to advancing the development, research, and collection of contemporary Chinese art. Founded by Taikang Insurance Group, TAM has evolved from TAIKANG SPACE, an art institution renowned for two decades of operational experience. The vision of TAM is to integrate art into the life of the general public and to create a new cultural landmark in the city. In its pursuit of academic excellence, TAM has emphasized modern Chinese art since the 20th century, contemporary art, and future-oriented new…
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    'BeijingService': WeChat Account of Official Web Portal for People's Government of Beijing Municipality Officially Unveiled

    Written by , 15 September 2023
    On September 2, 2023, "BeijingService", the WeChat account of the Official Web Portal of the People's Government of Beijing Municipality, was officially launched. "BeijingService", with a diverse range of content, aims to provide streamlined, up-to-date, and user-friendly digital government services catered to foreign enterprises and expatriates. "BeijingService" consists of three main sections, namely "Discover", "Business", and "Services". "Discover" has five major themes ranging from working, living, studying, travelling, and consuming in Beijing. It provides end-to-end and situation-based online services to address the diverse needs of users in various scenarios.  "Business" embodies Beijing's dedication to establishing a top-tier business environment and offers extensive business-related services. Through this section, foreign enterprises can access one-stop investment and operational services and stay informed about the latest advancements in the reform of the…
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    Accelerated “Joint Handling of Two Certificates”. The Tangible "Chaoyang Warmth"

    Written by , 18 September 2023
    Livable environment International neighborhood Spectacular economic scale, international headquarters and first stores Chaoyang District continues to attract more and more foreign talent to work and live here If you’re an A, B, C category foreign talent in Chaoyang district, you are strongly recommended to come to the Beijing CBD International Talent One-stop Service Center to apply for joint processing of your work permit and residence permit. Category A (Foreign High-End Talent) High-end foreign talent refer to the high-grade, top-notch, and sought-after foreign talent such as scientists, technology leaders, international entrepreneurs, and specialized talent of certain fields who are urgently needed for China's economic and social development. Category B (Foreign Professional Talent) Foreign professional talent should hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and have at…