All beta level cities are important world cities that are instrumental in linking their region or state into the world economy.
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Chengdu, Hangzhou

The Panda Tower of Chengdu (top) and the Hangzhou Grand Theatre are seen in this combo image. [Photo/VCG]
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A look at China's economy in Jan-Feb, 2026
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China to expand two-way investment cooperation
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China to open wider to outside world