HEBEI: The northern Chinese province of Hebei is proposing giving workers Friday afternoon off while Beijing urges shops and malls to stay open later at night, as officials seek creative ways of stimulating consumption and supporting economic growth.
The capital city hopes to boost spending on fashion and branded goods in the “night economy” by getting retailers to extend their business hours, Beijing News reported on Monday, citing the city government’s latest work report.
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