All Pandas Test Negative for COVID-19 at Chengdu Research Base
In a bit of good news for both human and pandakind, last Thursday, the Chengdu Research Base of the Giant Panda reported that all pandas in their care had tested negative for the novel coronavirus.The base asked an authoritative organization to conduct nucleic acid
Bye Bye Alipay and WeChat Pay! Digital RMB’s Coming!
Finally, China will soon start testing its central bank digital currency in selected regions! Unlike Alipay and WeChat Pay that rely on the internet, digital currency can be exchanged offline, just like using physical cash. Will you use it? TRIALS
Chengdu News April 2020: Spanish Consulate General and MORE Local News
Chengdu is back! Even if some of your friends aren’t yet. As work resumes, and we slip back into relative normality, there’s plenty going on in and around Chengdu. Get all the information you need to keep up-to-date with what is happening in the city
Public Schools and other Openings
Finally, things are certainly getting closer to normality in the city! Many malls, gyms, restaurants, bars, restaurants and other venues have re-opened, and it hopefully won’t be for too long until kids can go back to schools, and events start
24Hours Compulsory Quarantine for ALL International Arrivals at CTU
24Hours Compulsory Quarantine for Testing for almost all arrivals now at CTU+ 14 Days mandatory quarantine at a designated location if visited high-risk countries (and perhaps all travelers, reports are now coming in)From March 18th, all international arrivals in Chengdu
COVID-19: China Ramping up Quarantine for International Arrivals
Since middle of March, all international arrivals in major cities in China are now required a 14-day quarantine at a government-designated location at their own expense, even if they do not have coronavirus symptoms. The escalation in the policy comes
Stop COVID-19 Closing Your Chengdu Favorites
It’s becoming clearer by the day, that COVID-19 is already impacting global, national, and local economies in quite a big way.In Chengdu, shops, gyms, restaurants, bars, hotels, and private schools, are really starting to hurt. At Chengdu-Expat we have always done our best to let you
COVID-19 Legal Advice: Jobs and Visas
COVID-19 Legal Advice: Jobs and VisasBy now many of us will have received news you won’t be entitled to a full salary in the next few months. COVID-19 has affected a lot of people’s ability to head into work, because
Coronavirus: Updated Chengdu Exit and Entry Rules
Covid19 | Coronavirus: Updated Chengdu Exit and Entry RulesAs there are always a lot of questions in our groups and in the back system – we wanted to share this recent post from the city’s Exit and Entry Administration Division of Chengdu
Coronavirus (Chengdu): Statistics and Useful Information
Finally it seems that nationwide efforts to control COVID-19, are achieving the desired results, but we’re still not quite at the turning point. We can’t tell for sure how the epidemic may further develop, nor rule out the possibility of
Coronavirus | Official Report from Chengdu Center for Disease Prevention & Control
To effectively prevent and control the current pneumonia epidemic of a new coronavirus, Sichuan Province initiated the level-1 public health emergency plan on January 24. To keep you and your relatives healthy and safe, the following tips are suggested by
What’s Closed (and Open) in Chengdu
[Updated May 19] To prevent the spread of the coronavirus in Chengdu, lots of touristic spots and business are also closed till further notice. All events and public gatherings are cancelled, and this will still take a while.It is a
Chengdu-Expat Awards • The Shortlist & Party!
Last week voting opened for the 2019 Chengdu-Expat Awards. A big thank you to the 5000+ people that took the time to vote for the communities, places, and people that made living in Chengdu so special in 2019. As a reminder, the 2019 Chengdu-Expat Awards
2019 Chengdu: The Year in Review
How closely did you pay attention to the happenings of last year? Here, we review some of the major developments that captured our attention in 2019.World Police & Fire Games The 2019 World Police and Fire Games (WPFG) concluded on Aug 18 in
2019 Chengdu-Expat Awards • Vote NOW!
Last week the nominations opened for the 2019 Chengdu-Expat Awards. A big thank you to everyone who took the time to tell us the communities, places, and people that made living in Chengdu so special in 2019. We received over 1000 nominations, which closed at midnight
A Guide to Paying Utility Bills in Chengdu
So you’ve finally sorted out your apartment, but you still have to pay your utility bills. Here is how to pay for gas, electricity, water, and management fees in Chengdu.Gas Generally speaking, there are two ways of doing this:1. Pay in
Chengdu Metro Line 5 is Officially Open
Big news for the Chengdu Metro today, both Line 5 and phase II of Line 10 are now open!The new Line 5 counts 41 stations and is 30 miles (49.018 Kilometres) long, making it the longest length construction in one time and the biggest
2019 New Year’s Eve in Chengdu
As 2019 is coming to an end, it’s time to celebrate Chengdu! There are dinners, drinks specials, parties and big nights out to help you bring in 2020. Which will you choose?1. DinnersBlack & White New Year’s Eve @ Niccolo
Be Featured in our Christmas and New Year’s Listings!
A quick announcement for business owners and marketers in Chengdu. IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN!Chengdu-Expat is putting together list-icles for Christmas and New Year’s dinners, deals and parties. Reach 10.000+ people being listed in our articles shared on
Maserati China’s 15th Anniversary in Chengdu
What qualities does a brand need to stand still through the test of time? The answer must be visionary, enthusiastic and perseverance. It is because of these qualities, Maserati turned out to become a global brand, universally recognized as a symbol of