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 authorities have held "preliminary talks" with pop superstar Taylor Swift's team over the possibility of her performing in the Chinese financial hub, Chinese media outlet The Paper reported on Tuesday citing a city official.

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,

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.