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Office Closure Notice for Chinese New Year Holiday

As the Chinese New Year approaches, LYKWELL would like to inform our clients and partners of our upcoming holiday schedule. In celebration of the Spring Festival, our office will be closed from February 7, 2026 (the 20th day of the 12th lunar month) to February 23, 2026 (the 7th day of the 1st lunar month).…

Traditions in Chinese New Year

As the Chinese New Year approaches, these red elements continue to shape how the season is celebrated and shared. What kind of red touch will you choose to bring into your New Year celebrations? In Chinese culture, red symbolizes celebration, joy, good fortune and auspicious beginnings, making it the most prominent color during the New Year.…

A Cut Above Conventional Packaging

Japanese-style flat-bottom paper bags stand out as a premium packaging choice, setting clear distinctions from regular paper bags. Unlike conventional options with flimsy folded/glued bottoms that sag, collapse, or tear easily, these bags feature a seamless, reinforced flat base. This structural design ensures self-standing stability (even when empty) and superior load-bearing capacity via uniform weight…

Sustainable Material Spotlight: Recycled Coffee & Tea Waste​

Materials made from recycled coffee grounds and tea waste are gaining attention as a sustainable option, offering recyclability, biodegradability, and a subtle natural aroma with a distinctive tactile finish. This material is suitable for a wide range of applications, including packaging elements, lifestyle products, and brand gifting, opening up new possibilities for sustainability-driven design concepts.…

China’s Foreign Trade: Wider Reach, Stronger Momentum

China’s foreign trade continued to demonstrate strong resilience and expanding global integration in 2025, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs on January 14. China now maintains trade relations with 249 countries and regions worldwide, reflecting a deeply interconnected global footprint. The number of trading partners with bilateral trade volumes exceeding RMB…

Annual Snow Sculpture Contest in Harbin

The 18th International Collegiate Snow Sculpture Contest kicked off on Jan. 4 at Harbin Engineering University in China’s Heilongjiang Province. This year’s contest brings together 46 university teams from China and across the globe to work side by side in Harbin’s winter conditions. First held in 2009, the competition has gradually become a regular stop for…

2026 APEC China Year Officially Launched

The 2026 APEC China Year officially began on December 11–12 in Shenzhen. China announced the theme “Building an Asia-Pacific Community with a Shared Future and Promoting Common Prosperity,” focusing on openness, innovation, and cooperation. Around 300 APEC-related activities will be held throughout 2026. The year will conclude with the APEC Economic Leaders’ Informal Meeting in November…

Customization Makes Gifts Special

Christmas is the perfect time for gifting. A well-chosen gift not only delivers products, but also creates a memorable experience. Customized gift boxes are always a popular choice for Christmas. With festive colors, premium materials, and personalized logos, packaging can instantly enhance the value of the gift. Wine and glass gift sets are also ideal…

Hainan Free Trade Port

On the 18th, Hainan Free Trade Port commenced its island-wide customs clearance operations. This marks a landmark initiative in China’s unwavering commitment to expanding high-level opening-up and advancing the development of an open world economy. Following the operation, Hainan will function as a special customs supervision zone, implementing liberalized and streamlined policies characterized by ‘relaxed…