A large number of under-30s in China already own at least one property, aided by parents who are forking out the funds to help their children get on the housing ladder. Does China have potential to become a booming market for youth-centric, affordable homeware?

From the latest juice cleanse to a green tea detox, the global appetite for health is all the rage, with the wellness industry expected to reach $70 billion by 2020. And China, one of the most health-conscious countries in the world, has become the largest market for healthy eating.

China is in the midst of a mental healthcare crisis. As a nation, it’s having to come to terms with a large section of the population facing daily distress. While privately owned companies are looking to capitalise on the issue, there's still much stigma attached to mental health on the mainland.

People in Shanghai who neglect their elderly parents can now be threatened with being put on a credit blacklist, being refused a bank account or loans, and even having their library card taken away. This new law looks to protect the well-being of seniors in a city with an ageing population.