The Economic Observer (经济观察报) is an independent Chinese weekly newspaper that publishes news and commentary related to China's economic, political and social developments. The newspaper is distributed in major cities throughout China and is considered to be one of the top economic-focused newspapers in China and is well regarded for its in-depth special features and commentary. Inspired by the British Financial Times, the Economic Observer is also been printed on salmon/peach-colored paper. The newspaper is officially registered in Ji'nan, the capital of Shandong province and has bureaus scattered throughout the country. The Economic Observer's Chinese and English-language websites were redesigned in late 2011 and offer subscribers access to all the newspaper's content across various platforms. However, most of the articles from each week's newspaper also appear on the website at no charge along with web-only content which includes commentary and op-ed pieces from guest columnists. The newspaper's English-language website, features select translations from the weekly newspaper and the Chinese website. The English site also publishes original reporting and interviews.