Shanghai has entered preliminary talks with American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift about a potential concert this year, according to a local tourism official, as Chinese cities aim to attract international stars and fire up the economy.

Shanghai is in early discussions with Taylor Swift to possibly hold a concert later this year, aiming to boost the local economy. City officials have met with Swifts team, reflecting a broader strategy by Chinese cities to host high-profile entertainers and drive economic growth through large-scale cultural events.

Shanghai authorities are in early discussions with pop star Taylor Swift's team to bring her tour to the city. Swift’s 'Eras' tour, previously grossing over $1 billion, uplifted economies globally. Zhang Qi,

The entertainment industry is stepping up for China’s economy in a week that has been dominated by conversations about TikTok and potential alternative apps and investments. The focus has shifted to the American music icon,