Shanghai has entered preliminary talks with American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift about a potential concert this year, according to a local tourism official, as Chinese cities aim to attract international stars and fire up the economy.

Shanghai authorities have held "preliminary talks" with pop superstar Taylor Swift's team over the possibility of her performing in the Chinese financial hub, Chinese media outlet The Paper reported on Tuesday citing a city official.

Shanghai plans to invest about 240 billion yuan ($32.7 billion) in major projects in 2025 as part of the city's efforts to further boost investment, Gu Jun, director of the Shanghai Municipal Development and Reform Commission, said during a news conference on Thursday.

Online travel platforms are also playing a key role. Ctrip's "Free Half-Day Shanghai Tour" program, which offers guided visits to iconic sites like the Bund and Yuyuan Garden, has served over 6,000 international tourists since its launch in April.

In a major push into animation, media tech investment firm Stars Collective is partnering with Shanghai-based El Pajaro Pictures to develop, produce and distribute a fresh take on Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved classic “The Little Prince.

Shanghai's biopharmaceutical industry, a key driver of the city's economic growth, is projected to exceed 200 billion yuan ($27.28 billion) in output value in 2024, marking a significant increase from the previous year's 185.

Shanghai has kicked off a plan to allow the establishment in China of wholly foreign-owned hospitals in key economic zones, biopharmaceutical areas and downtown districts that are home to many expatriate residents.

Inspired by how Taylor Swift’s concerts have given a boost to various countries across the world, Shanghai officials have called for ease of restrictions on international singers so they can also host

Taylor Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour may have concluded in December, but the global sensation could be gearing up for more performances. Reports indicate that Swift's team ha

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