THE sixth RNA China Gold and Precious Metals Conference held in Shanghai reinforced the claim that the eastern metropolis is becoming the country’s gold trading center.

　　Another sign to justify Shanghai’s claim is the establishment of China’s first gold exchange in the city, industrial sources said yesterday.

　　To date, the Shanghai Gold Exchange has solicited 108 members, including production, processing and distribution enterprises.

　　Exchange officials say its location in Shanghai is closely related to the city’s status as China’s financial center and its prospects as a future international financial hub. (Xinhua)