Chinese equities soared to their strongest level in a decade on Monday, buoyed by signs of easing tariff tensions with the United States and a rotation of funds into sectors seen as resilient in a slowing global economy. The benchmark Shanghai Composite Index jumped 3.1% to close at its highest point since 2015, while the […]
China has urged Cambodia and Thailand to work swiftly toward restoring stability along their shared border after a recent flare-up in tensions threatened to disrupt regional security and trade. The appeal came during a meeting in Beijing between senior Chinese foreign ministry officials and diplomats from both Southeast Asian nations. Chinese representatives stressed that as […]
India and China are in discussions to resume formal border trade for the first time since heightened tensions along their disputed frontier brought exchanges to a halt in 2020. Officials from both countries have confirmed that preliminary talks are underway to reopen designated trading points, particularly in the Himalayan region, where cross-border commerce once supported […]
A Chinese trading firm has drawn international attention after releasing a detailed list of goods exported from North Korea including several items prohibited under United Nations sanctions. The data, published on the company’s website and circulated among industry contacts, outlines a wide range of exports from the reclusive state. While many products appear to be […]
Shares of Lenovo slipped on Thursday despite the technology giant posting better-than-expected quarterly results, as investor focus shifted to concerns over narrowing profit margins. The world’s largest personal computer maker reported revenue and net income figures that surpassed market forecasts, buoyed by stronger PC demand and growth in its data center and solutions businesses. However, […]
China has accelerated its renewable energy market reform by five years, unveiling a bold target to achieve 30% electrification across its economy, a move aimed at slashing carbon emissions and bolstering energy security. The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) announced that the country’s renewable energy marketisation originally slated for the early 2030s will now […]
China’s JD.com has reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, buoyed by resilient consumer demand and steady growth across its core e-commerce business, signaling renewed momentum in the country’s competitive online retail sector. The Beijing-based company announced that revenue for the quarter surpassed analysts’ forecasts, driven by robust sales of electronics, home appliances, and daily essentials. The performance […]
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi will preside over the 10th Lancang-Mekong Cooperation (LMC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, underscoring Beijing’s bid to deepen economic, environmental, and security ties with its Southeast Asian neighbours along the Mekong River. The meeting, set to bring together foreign ministers from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam, aims to bolster collaboration in […]
China is set to host senior diplomats from across Southeast Asia this week in a high-profile regional meeting aimed at easing growing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia over their contested border area. The talks, scheduled to take place in Beijing, will bring together foreign ministers from member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations […]
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Chinese President Xi Jinping held high-level talks on Tuesday, focusing on ways to strengthen cooperation within the BRICS bloc and expand bilateral trade and investment opportunities. The meeting, held on the sidelines of an international summit, underscored both nations’ commitment to enhancing their strategic partnership. According to […]
