Good relations between China and a Northern Ireland council is paying millions of "pound sign" dividends to local businesses following an international trade programme.
Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council (LCCC) now plans to extend its virtual and overseas trade mission with the city of Foshan following a report on financial success in the district.
The regeneration and growth committee heard that one local business is now expecting sales of up to £2m due to the development of Chinese trade links.
