Picture this: you are at the airport and will soon board a flight, but then you discover you’ve left your passport at home. Going back home for your passport is out of the question already, considering how long this would take and how much time remains. For travelers, few scenarios are more nightmarish than the …

Picture this: you are at the airport and will soon board a flight, but then you discover you’ve left your passport at home. Going back home for your passport is out of the question already, considering how long this would take and how much time remains. For travelers, few scenarios are more nightmarish than the …

The Shanghai International Peace Maternity and Child Health Hospital has announced that it will be providing a TCM-based clinic on sleep disorders for women at any life stage. This includes whole-life medical support from puberty to old age. The clinic is available to expats, as the hospital is in touch with major commercial medical insurance …

China’s railway operator, China Railway Express Co., launched a new program allowing pets onboard to select high-speed trains along the Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway. Pet owners can reserve pet transfer services via the 12306 app starting from April 8. In this Pacific Prime article, we share more details on how you can bring your pets on …

The new Shanghai-Suzhou-Huzhou High-Speed Railway makes reaching Huzhou easier than ever, cutting travel time to just 55 minutes. To attract visitors, Huzhou is offering free entry to select attractions and special discounts on hotels, dining, and entertainment for travelers arriving by train. With its historic water towns, scenic lake views, and nature retreats, Huzhou offers …

  To celebrate the official opening of the Shanghai-Suzhou-Huzhou High-Speed Railway on December 26, train travelers to Huzhou can enjoy free admissions and discount offers to the region’s scenic spots within 72 hours of arrival by presenting their paper or electronic train tickets. In this Pacific Prime article, we will explore places worth the visit …

Many Chinese nationals are attracted to Malaysia’s affordable housing, investment opportunities, and education system, this is why Chinese nationals are migrating to Malaysia. According to the Malaysian government, a total of 26,162 Chinese nationals have settled in Malaysia in 2024 via the Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) visa program. In this Pacific Prime article, we …

The Ministry of Education of China has recently updated the enrollment regulations for primary and secondary schools, which apply also to students from Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Taiwan province, and overseas. The revised guidelines clarify how schools in China should manage admissions and student records. These new rules streamline and clarify the enrollment process. …

Breastfeeding has its ups and downs. It could seem like there are more downs than ups in the early days and weeks. It will get better over time, and the key is to be prepared and asking for help when you need it. Nursing is amazingly beneficial, both for mother and baby, but sometimes things …

Lovebirds in China? If you’re planning to tie the knot, there’s a lot more you need to do than just plan your dream wedding. Between sending out the invites and choosing the perfect venue, there’s a lot you’ll need to prepare. Once you have your documents ready, you can head to the municipal Civil Affairs …

“Being a parent is stressful” could be a truth as old as time, but in a report from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, alarm bells are ringing on multiple stressors that are making parenting stress skyrocketing and making parents’ well-being a “critical health priority.” In this Pacific Prime article, we explore these alarming trends in …

China has been a country of near constant change during these past two decades. For the most part, this change has been for the better, and it has vaulted the country of over 1.35 billion from near total poverty into one with the single largest middle class on earth. Primarily because of this change, many …

Recently, amid all the talk about how employees (especially Millennials and Gen Z staffers) are looking for more work-life balance, flexible work schedules, and meaning of work in their selection of employers, another acronym has quietly entered the mainstream – ESG. In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll share with you the ins and outs of …

The Shanghai International Peace Maternity and Child Health Hospital has announced that it will be providing a TCM-based clinic on sleep disorders for women at any life stage. This includes whole-life medical support from puberty to old age. The clinic is available to expats, as the hospital is in touch with major commercial medical insurance …

In the Pudong New Area, a real-time big data-based acute respiratory disease notification system was trialed, allowing earlier medical resource preparation, high-risk patient management, and forecast of the disease’s potential prevalence in the future. This Pacific Prime article will discuss the real-time big data notification system that allows accurate flu forecasts for efficient preparation and …

Pulmonary embolism refers to a condition where a blood clot blocks out blood flow to an artery in the lungs, causing issues with blood flow and oxygen levels in the lungs. Common symptoms include sudden shortness of breath and wheezing. Flight is a risk factor for this condition, and it is a concern for many …

“Being a parent is stressful” could be a truth as old as time, but in a report from U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, alarm bells are ringing on multiple stressors that are making parenting stress skyrocketing and making parents’ well-being a “critical health priority.” In this Pacific Prime article, we explore these alarming trends in …

Take your first step to the journey of a thousand miles as China’s updated version of the permanent resident card Five-star Card will be open for application on December 1, 2023. The card grants benefits in different aspects, including financial activities, to qualified foreigners and their family. If you’re an expat living in China, the …

Recently, amid all the talk about how employees (especially Millennials and Gen Z staffers) are looking for more work-life balance, flexible work schedules, and meaning of work in their selection of employers, another acronym has quietly entered the mainstream – ESG. In this Pacific Prime article, we’ll share with you the ins and outs of …

Picture this: you are at the airport and will soon board a flight, but then you discover you’ve left your passport at home. Going back home for your passport is out of the question already, considering how long this would take and how much time remains. For travelers, few scenarios are more nightmarish than the …

Holders of Shanghai Transportation Cards can now use their cards to travel and make payments seamlessly in Hong Kong. With a simple tap of their card, they can now use Hong Kong’s public transportation system without buying additional tickets or converting their money. Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway or you are traveling …

The Shanghai International Peace Maternity and Child Health Hospital has announced that it will be providing a TCM-based clinic on sleep disorders for women at any life stage. This includes whole-life medical support from puberty to old age. The clinic is available to expats, as the hospital is in touch with major commercial medical insurance …