"Beyond the Bund: Exploring Shanghai's Metropolitan Expansion and Regional Synergy"

The Shanghai Effect: Redrawing Regional BoundariesAs Shanghai enters its third decade as China's global financial hub, its influence now extends far beyond the city limits. The Shanghai Metropolitan Area, encompassing eight major cities and numerou

Shanghai's Nightlife Renaissance: The Evolution of Legal Entertainment Venues in China's Global City

1. Policy Framework & Market Overview • Shanghai Municipal 2024 Night Economy Development Guidelines • Licensed entertainment venues: 3,812 (Q1 2025 Cultural Bureau data) • District-level entertainment clusters: Xintiandi, The Bund, Hongqi