China’s Urban Champion Li Gets Task of Reviving Reform

China’s premier-designate is famed for running a province that saw three fatal conflagrations and an enduring HIV blood scandal on his watch.

UK business optimism rises as fears of double-dip recession and a eurozone break-up fade

Business optimism is rising at its fastest rate since 2007, as fears over an imminent eurozone break-up abate, though companies are still opting for the safety-first option of hoarding cash.