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.

Inspired by how Taylor Swift’s concerts have given a boost to various countries across the world, Shanghai officials have called for ease of restrictions on international singers so they can also host

A potential Taylor Swift performance in Shanghai is being discussed for 2025, according to reports from Chinese media. Preliminary talks have reportedly taken place between Swift’s team and local authorities.

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 American pop superstar's most recent performance in China was in 2019. In 2014, she brought her Red tour to Shanghai, with tickets for the show at the Mercedes-Benz Arena selling out in one minute, the fastest in China's history. Luo Bin contributed to the story.

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,