South african citizen in italy (business entry permit only) wanting to apply for china visa in Italy

hi, I am a South afrcian citizen, on a business entry permit for the EU, working out of Milan, Italy for the head Quarter company. I have no permanent residence and in the process of applying for my work permit /blue card. I have to travel to PRC for work purposes. can I apply at the chinese consultate in Milan? Or do I have to go back to South Africa and apply there? thank you