Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang shake hands before their meeting at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China October 18, 2024. REUTERS

Britain’s Foreign Secretary Calls Engagement with China ‘Pragmatic and Necessary’

Britain’s Foreign Minister David Lammy embarked on a critical diplomatic mission to China this week, marking the first official visit by a Cabinet minister since the Labour Party took office in July 2024. In a bid to reset bilateral relations,...
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Bank of America Strategist Sees More Upside for Chinese Equities Despite Volatility

Chinese equities have emerged as some of the world’s best performers this year, and according to Bank of America Corp.’s top options strategist, Lars Naeckter, there’s still room for growth. Naeckter, who previously predicted significant gains in the Chinese stock...
China Economic

U.S. to Counter China’s Industrial Overcapacity with Restrictive Tools: White House

The United States has signaled its intent to push back against China’s growing market dominance, which is fueled by excessive production in key sectors like electric vehicles (EVs), semiconductors, and batteries. Daleep Singh, Deputy National Security Adviser for International Economics,...
New Zealand dollar

New Zealand Dollar Falls to Lowest Rate-Cut Bets and China Concerns

New Zealand’s currency, the kiwi, slumped to its weakest level since August, driven by a combination of rising expectations for larger interest rate cuts and growing concerns over China’s economic outlook. The kiwi fell as much as 0.7% to 60.4...
China Economic

China’s Economic Growth Slows to 4.6% in Q3 Amid Persistent Challenges

China's economy expanded at a slower-than-expected rate of 4.6% in the third quarter of 2024, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics on Friday. The latest figures signal a continued deceleration in the world’s second-largest economy, which...
China's Economic Boom Days Have Passed, According to Australia’s Biggest Pension Fund

China Accuses Foreign and Domestic Firms of Illegally Collecting Geographic Data

China’s Ministry of State Security (MSS) has accused an overseas company and a local firm of illegally collecting sensitive geographic information, under the guise of researching smart driving technology, according to a statement released on Wednesday. However, the MSS has...
US-China

U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies for Assisting Russia’s Drone Development in Ukraine War

The growing cooperation between China and Russia, the U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday announced a fresh round of sanctions against two Chinese companies accused of aiding Russia’s war efforts in Ukraine by helping build long-range attack drones. This marks the...
Rafale M Carrier-Capable Fighter

Serbia’s Rafale Fighter Jet Deal: Clear Bid for EU Integration, Straining Russia-China Ties

Serbia took the international defense community by surprise when it announced its intention to spend €2.7 billion (RM12.88 billion) on the acquisition of 12 Rafale fighter jets from France’s Dassault Aviation. This move marked a sharp deviation from Serbia's historical...
Chinese village built on disputed territory in Bhutan

China’s Cross-Border Village Strategy in Bhutan: China Constructs 22 Villages to Strengthen Grip on Doklam

A recent research report has revealed startling developments along the China-Bhutan border, raising serious concerns over the sovereignty of the small Himalayan kingdom. According to a report by ‘Turquoise Roof,’ a network of Tibetan analysts, China has built 22 villages...
China C-919 Aircraft

Laos Eyes Chinese Aircraft Amid Debt Crisis: A Strategic Partnership with Beijing

That could reshape aviation and economic dynamics in Southeast Asia, Laos has expressed keen interest in acquiring Chinese-manufactured commercial aircraft. This comes as the country struggles with an immense debt burden, largely stemming from Chinese infrastructure loans. The move is...
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