Although geographically far apart, China and Africa have time-honored friendship, which has been cemented over the long course of history. Since the beginning of the new century, especially since the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, the two sides have been committed to building a new type of strategic partnership, and jointly implementing the eight cooperation measures announced by President Hu Jintao. As a result, China-Africa trade and economic ties have gained a new momentum, bringing benefits to people from both sides.

The law and its application do not always conform to what we know is commonsensical.

Should being a member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) or not hold the key as far as working for public benefit goes?

The commercial success of General Motors' Buick LaCrosse in the Chinese and US markets has greatly boosted Shanghai's bid to be an automotive design center with the capability of conceiving cars that win the hearts of critics and consumers around the world.