Shanghai's Orbital Cities: The Rise of the Greater Metropolitan Network

The digital display at Hongqiao Transportation Hub tells a remarkable story—every 90 seconds, a high-speed train departs for one of 28 satellite cities within Shanghai's metropolitan orbit. This constant flow of people and ideas represents the mo

The Dual Metropolis: How Shanghai and Suzhou Are Redefining Urban Synergy in the Yangtze River Delta

In the Yangtze River Delta, a remarkable urban phenomenon is unfolding as Shanghai and Suzhou evolve into what economists now call "the world's first dual metropolis." This 2,800-word investigation reveals how these neighboring cities are rewriting