Official data released on Friday revealed that China’s total imports and exports surged at the fastest rate in six quarters, reaching a record of over 10 trillion yuan ($1.38 trillion) in the first quarter of 2024. This milestone adds to the mounting evidence of robust recovery momentum in the world’s second-largest economy. In line with […]
During a meeting in Beijing on Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping and President Chandrikapersad Santokhi of Suriname expressed mutual interest in deepening economic and trade cooperation, aiming to bolster the strategic partnership between their nations for the benefit of both peoples. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the establishment of the strategic cooperative partnership […]
In a recent development, Chinese authorities have voiced strong opposition to the highly targeted summit held in Washington by the United States, Japan, and the Philippines. The trilateral summit, aimed at bolstering military ties to counter what was termed “China’s threats,” has drawn sharp criticism from Chinese officials who accuse the participating countries of undermining […]
In a significant move aimed at fortifying its position as a global financial powerhouse, China’s State Council, the cabinet, issued a comprehensive guideline on Friday, marking only the third of its kind. The directive underscores the nation’s commitment to enhancing regulation, mitigating risks, and fostering the high-quality advancement of the capital market. The guideline, which […]
The allure of Changsha, capital city of Central China’s Hunan Province, has captivated the hearts of Hong Kong residents following the introduction of direct train services, rendering travel to the mainland city more accessible and enticing. During the recent Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, the city witnessed a surge in Hong Kong tourists, […]
Against the backdrop of a governance crisis, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s visit to the White House on Tuesday evening ahead of an official summit with the US on Wednesday has stirred domestic apprehensions, particularly regarding plans for a significant enhancement of US-Japan defense ties aimed at countering China. Analysts anticipate that the bolstering of […]
Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a significant meeting with Ma Ying-jeou in Beijing on Wednesday, underlining the common bond of Chinese heritage and culture between compatriots on both sides of the Taiwan Straits. President Xi reaffirmed the historical ties binding the Chinese nation, emphasizing that the millennia-old history of the Chinese people encompasses migrations […]
China and North Korea are poised to engage in their most significant senior-level diplomatic exchange since 2019, as China’s top legislator Zhao Leji is scheduled to embark on a visit to North Korea from Thursday to Saturday. Chinese analysts underscored the enduring friendship and close ties between the two nations, emphasizing their stabilizing role on […]
Chinese authorities swiftly responded to Fitch’s decision to downgrade China’s sovereign credit rating outlook from stable to negative, asserting the nation’s enduring long-term growth prospects and its government’s capability and resolve to maintain sound sovereign credit. Chinese economists criticized Fitch’s move, denouncing it as biased and methodologically flawed. They argued that Fitch’s decision failed to […]
A leading Australian opposition lawmaker visiting Taiwan this week has highlighted the importance of security cooperation between Taiwan and Australia. In a meeting with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen Monday, Andrew Wallace, the deputy chair of Australia’s Parliamentary Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security, said that in an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, security cooperation is “paramount.” “Taiwan […]
