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Ecuadorian Shrimp Test Positive for CoronavirusShipments of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp in several areas of China have tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, prompting swift responses.	July 21, 2020 Benjamin Henry
Yonghui Superstores Overtakes Walmart in China’s Top 100 Chain StoresThe Yonghui Superstores chain has overtaken Walmart China to claim sixth place in the China Chain Store & Franchise Association’s top 100 rankings for 2019.	June 10, 2020 Emily F
With More Than 4,500 Stores, Pagoda Kicks Off Overseas ListingChinese fruit megafranchise Pagoda commences procedures for overseas initial public offering.	June 09, 2020 Philip K
Zhu Xiaojing Becomes Walmart China’s First Female CEOWalmart China appoints its first ever female CEO, Zhu Xiaojing.	May 14, 2020 Philip K
Hong Kong Cargo Flights Reduced, Produce Prices Expected to RiseThe reduction in cargo flights due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic mean that Hong Kong is expected to experience surging prices for fresh food items such as fruits, vegetables and seafood.	April 01, 2020 Emily F
Sam’s Club to Open Flagship Store in Shanghai in 2021Walmart-owned membership warehouse chain Sam’s Club is set to open a new flagship store in Shanghai in 2021. The chain currently operates 26 stores throughout China and also offers e-commerce services.	March 30, 2020 Emily F
Applications Now Open for Tariff Exemptions on US ImportsChinese importers may now apply for tariff exemptions on certain goods, with some importers already having successfully received exemptions on unlisted goods.	March 26, 2020 Benjamin Henry
RT-Mart Focuses on Smaller Stores and Cooperation with Cainiao LogisticsRT-Mart plans to open smaller stores and has begun a cooperative effort with Cainiao Logistics to ensure service in all regions.	March 20, 2020 Philip K
Macfrut 2020 Rescheduled to September, Tropical Fruit Congress Details AnnouncedOwing to the ongoing coronavirus situation in Europe, Macfrut 2020 has now been postponed to Sept. 8–10. The rescheduled event will still feature the Tropical Fruit Congress, which is this year dedicated to avocados, and the Spices & Herbs Global Expo.	March 16, 2020 Andrew
British Retail Giant Tesco Completes Exit from Chinese MarketBritish retail behemoth Tesco has sold its remaining joint venture shares to partner company China Resources (Holdings), thereby finalizing its departure from the Chinese market.	March 03, 2020 Benjamin Henry