China Weekly Review, From CCTV.com

Weather

Chinese Premier worries about bubble in economy

"China needs to strike a balance between maintaining relatively fast and stable development, adjusting the economic structure, and managing inflation expectations to advert a possible double dip recession this year."

RMB exchange rate -- "China opposes finger-pointing among countries, or taking strong measures to force currency appreciation. The country will stick to a floating RMB exchange rate regime based on management and market supplies."

Peaceful development -- "China did not seek hegemony when the country was undeveloped, it does not seek hegemony, and never will."

China tops high speed rail numbers

China has ambitious plans to build an extensive high speed rail network by 2020. The country already tops the world in terms of the length of high speed rail lines in operation. The country aims to double the network to 13 thousand kilometers by 2012, and to reach 16 thousand by 2020.
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Cold snap brings snow to N.W. China

The snow in the capital started in the early hours Sunday. Luckily, traffic in the city was barely affected. In the neighboring province of Hebei, only about a centimeter and a half of snow fell. In Shanxi province, snow, rains and dusty weather hit the region Saturday and Sunday.
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Chinese play"Tea House" marks 600th show

Classic Chinese play, "Tea House", celebrated a magic milestone at the Capital Theater in Beijing on Wednesday. The drama staged its 600th performance more than half a century after it was written by renowned playwright, Lao She.
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Liu Xiang through to the semi-final of IAAF Indoor Championships

Liu, taking part in the IAAF Indoor Championships and has advanced to the semi-finals after easing his way through the qualification round of the 60m hurdles. This is Liu Xiang´s first appearance at a world championship since getting back on the track following an Achilles tendon injury.

People

Poetic musician Li Jian

"Legend" was composed by Li Jian eight years ago, and features on his record "Evanescence of Life". ...

This is what Li Jian is - true to his own feelings towards life and writing his own music that never pretends to cater to the tastes of others. In the world of miscellaneous music, Li Jian stands out for his sensitive musicality and his perseverance that helps him reach where he wants to be.

Most popular theme parks in China

1. Xishuangbanna Dai Ethnic Garden
2. Hong Kong Disneyland
3. Beijing Happy Valley
4. Window of the World, Shenzhen
5. Qingming Shanghe Park
6. Tang Paradise Lotus Park
7. Horticulture Expo Garden
8. Hengdian World Studios