China first-quarter economic growth slowest since 2009

GDP expanded 6.7% in first three months of the year to 15.9 trillion yuan (€2.18 trillion)

China is facing into a period of painful economic adjustments

The Chinese government is trying to sell the idea of slower, consumption and services-based growth

Chinese ‘circuit-breakers’ prove too problematic for troubled market

Shares fell more than 7% in 30 minutes, but policy response not welcomed

Figures on Chinese economy could still cause sleepless nights

Authorities try to calm fears as they aim to balance stimulus with need for reform

Pollution cutting life expectancy in north China by more than five years