Zhejiang Today Radio

Love across the Border

He speaks no Chinese. She doesn't understand English. But they got married by fate, and live happily for love. In a small town in eastern China, John and Fang Qin just had their newborn son.

22nd January 2010 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

British companies eye investment in Hangzhou

Many second-tier Chinese cities are becoming ideal places for overseas investment. Sir David Brewer, Chairman of the China-Britain Business Council, recently visited Hangzhou, capital of eastern China's Zhejiang Province, to explore the city's investment environment. He says he was impressed by Hangzhou's ability to accommodate foreign investors. Xiao Hong brings more details.

29th December 2009 - Xiao Hong - Zhejiang Today Radio

Textile hub Shaoxing marks recovery

Shaoxing city in eastern China's Zhejiang Province, which has the largest textile market in Asia, was hit hard by the global financial crisis. The city underwent a bitter winter last year, with export slumps and factory shut downs. Thanks to both central and local governments' supportive measures, Shaoxing's textile industry saw a recovery in the first quarter.

16th December 2009 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

Person of the Year, A Farmer making China Green

Chen Fei, a farmer in east China's Zhejiang Province, won the title Green China Person of the Year in 2008. The award was presented to Chen and other recipients at a ceremony held in Beijing last December. He won the honor for his outstanding contributions to environmental protection initiatives.

15th December 2009 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

The She ethnic group of Jingning

Through several years of hard work, Jingning has completely changed its look and the local economy has seen fast development. Among 120 ethnic counties nationwide, Jingning’s economic strength ranks the 16th today, up 20 places from the 36th place in 2006.

3rd December 2009 - Stina Björkell - Zhejiang Today Radio

Solar eclipse

The moon finally "ate" the sun as day turned into night, and the scorching hot summer suddenly became cool and comfortable.

25th November 2009 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

Current Affairs Discussion Group for senior citizens

Yongkang (永康) is an ancient city in east China's Zhejiang Province. The Yongkang River winds through the urban district of the city. Down on the lower reaches of the river, there is a three hundred-year-old gallery bridge called Xijin (西津). For more than ten years, a group of elderly local people have gathered at the bridge everyday to chat and socialize.

24th November 2009 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

Confucius Institutes Promote Chinese Culture Worldwide

Confucius is considered the greatest of the ancient Chinese sages. Matteo Ricci, an Italian missionary who came to China during the Ming Dynasty 400 years ago, was the first to translate the four major Confucian classics into Latin. This year marks the 2,559th anniversary of the sage's birth.

29th October 2009 - Geni Raitisoja - Zhejiang Today Radio

Migrant Workers Enjoy Cultural Lives in Zhejiang Province

Today's we'll head to Changxing, a city in East China's Zhejiang province, to check out the city library there. Through its colorful and innovative services, the cultural lives of that city's migrant workers have been greatly enriched.

2nd September 2009 - Stina Björkell - Zhejiang Today Radio

Temple of the Yellow Emperor in Zhejiang Province

Zhejiang Province, in eastern China, is rich both in natural resources and cultural and historical heritage. Its tourist attractions are famed for their harmonious blend of ancient traditions and modern civilization. Among them, the Temple of Emperor Huangdi is one such example. In today's 'On the Road', Damin will take you to the temple to learn more and experience an ancient worship ritual that is held there daily.

31st August 2009 - Stina Björkell - Zhejiang Today Radio

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