Category: China Expat Briefing

June 4, 2025, China’s Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development announced the selection of 20 cities to receive more than 20 billion yuan (approximately $2.78 billion) in central fiscal support for urban renewal ...

A 27-year-old woman died in Sanya, after being bitten by what experts believe was a venomous snake. The incident, which occurred shortly after midnight on June 2, 2025, has raised concerns about emergency response and medical readiness in the area …

This June, Broadway’s legendary musical Chicago, known for its unique black-and-red aesthetic, captivating jazz music, and sensational dance sequences will arrive in Haikou for a dazzling performance at the Haikou Bay Performing Arts Center …

With no typhoons by June, Hainan faces an unprecedented calm. But what’s driving the delay and how could it impact, farming, fishing, local weather and the months ahead ...

China's National Bureau of Statistics will conduct two rounds of household surveys in 2025. Here's what Hainan’s expat residents in Hainan need to know, and why most won’t be directly affected …

Once an isolated fishing village, Bei Gang Island (北港岛) has blossomed into a popular tourism destination. Discover its unique history, vibrant mangrove ecosystems, traditional sea foraging, and resilient community spirit, all just a short drive from Haikou …

Experience the 2025 Dragon Boat Festival in Wuzhishan with traditional races, Li and Miao cultural events, rainforest tours, and interactive riverfront activities. Full event details available via the official WeChat account ...

If you’re planning to travel along the Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway looking for that perfect stretch of beach ... here's why Mulan Bay should be on your radar ...

This edition of the Haikou Cup introduces several firsts: mixed-gender teams competing together, participation from international teams, and appearances by heritage teams from traditional fishing villages with histories dating back over a century ...