https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-tech-megacity-cleans-up-seedy-underbelly-for-apec-summitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-tech-megacity-cleans-up-seedy-underbelly-for-apec-summithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/china-s-tech-megacity-cleans-up-seedy-underbelly-for-apec-summit#u195683Thu, 12 Nov 2026 02:36:20 +0000Shenzhen is in the final phase of preparations for the November APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting, clearing stalls selling smuggled chips and stolen iPhones at Feiyang Times tower and intensifying market crackdowns. Traffic curbs, tree planting, and venue renovations are underway in the Qianhai district, which is positioned as a cooperation hub. The city recorded record passenger traffic as the summit approaches, marking China's third time hosting APEC after Shanghai in 2001 and Beijing in 2014.Why it mattersThe summit is a high-profile diplomatic moment for China, showcasing Shenzhen&#