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FOCAC 2024: Strengthening China-Africa ties for a shared future

Editor's note: Malik Ayub Sumbal, a special commentator on current affairs for CGTN, is an award-winning journalist, geopolitical analyst and author of the book Tovuz to Karabakh, A Comprehensive Analysis of War in South-Caucasus

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Europe is Preparing for War

The majority of Western countries eliminated compulsory military service after the fall of the Berlin Wall (Germany did so in 2011, Spain in 2002). Will it be back to prepare the Europeans for a long war nasty war?

Elite Business

Bridgestone’s Strategic Shift: Exiting the Truck and Bus Tire Market in China

The comprehensive withdrawal from the commercial tire sector in the Chinese market will involve the cessation of TBR production at Bridgestone (China) Investment Co. Ltd. in Shanghai.

Gaza

China Vetoes anti-Hamas Resolution: Its Meaning

The US resolution that China rejected at the UN Security Council addressed several key points related to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict

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China's Bold Move: Encircling Taiwan to Tighten the Noose Around Washington?

With the Chinese focus on Taiwan, the US must now feel a noose tightening around its neck. It has to deal with a potential new war front in which it will be 'DIRECTLY' involved if China decides to take Taiwan.

ECONOMY

Gold Reserves Surge: Is China Rewriting the Rules of Global Finance

The surge in central bank purchases of gold is a notable trend, as many countries aim to reduce their reliance on the US dollar. Amid high inflation, gold reserves offer a way for banks to diversify and move away from the dollar.

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Yellen Urges Cooperation and Market Reforms in China Visit

The United States has imposed bans or restrictions on certain Chinese companies and their products due to concerns related to national security, alleged human rights violations

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The US Strengthening a Rival System Against China in Apac?

The AUKUS came like a surprise to many in the region but after the failed Asia Pivot, Trump's distancing from Asean, a military push was not totally unexpected for some

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This Is How China Is Stepping In To Supply Russia

Since the Chinese authorities officially opened their borders, Beijing is now seen aiding Russia and stepping up supply of goods and services to the country of Vladimir Putin. Amidst economic sanctions imposed by the West, Russia’s current account surplus reached an unprecedented $227 billion in 2022, more than double

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China: Technology Shift In Low-Carbon Economy Transition

Beijing, October 13, 2022 – Climate change poses a significant threat to China’s long-term prosperity while its loc-carbon transition is in need of a shift in technology and resources. At the same time, the country is well positioned to meet its climate commitments and transition to a greener economy while

Batteries

Experts Forecast New Burgeoning Period For China's NEV

BEIJING, Sept. 25, 2022– China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) industry is now about to step into a burgeoning period after going through the initial and growth phases, said experts at the Sino-German Forum on Development of NEV Industry last Wednesday. They, together with scholars and entrepreneurs attending the forum

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What Is The Deal Between China And Malaysia

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to Malaysia was filled with promises of a win-win cooperation between both nations and here we highlight the main points of this cooperation. However, before we go deeper into the China-Malaysia relations, we have to look at what is happening around us

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Xi Urges Strengthening Sense of Community for Chinese Nation

BEIJING, July 15, 2022 — As the lyrics of a popular folk song in China go, “the brothers and sisters from the 56 ethnic groups belong to the same family.” China is home to 56 ethnic groups, with the majority Han making up around 91.5 percent of the country’s

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This Is Why Chinese equities Received $9.1b In Inflows

The International Institute of Finance says its high frequency data registered important outflows from EM x/China equities ($19.6 bn). Opposite to this trend however, our tracker showed inflows for China equities ($9.1 bn). Meanwhile EM x/China debt showed inflows for $9.1 bn, aided mainly by

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Fosun Tourism's Business Continues To See Big Improvement

HONG KONG, June – 2022– While the domestic tourism industry continues to feel the effects of COVID, Fosun Tourism Group (HKEX stock code: 1992), is regaining and accelerating corporate growth by capitalizing on the strong rebound of global business and steady uninterrupted deployment. In April this year, the Group announced the

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China's Nansha Injects New Impetus Into Opening-up

GUANGZHOU, China, June 21 — China’s State Council issued an overall plan to promote comprehensive cooperation among Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao by further deepening opening-up in the Nansha district of South China’s Guangdong province, according to a circular released on June 14. Nansha will step up such cooperation

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New survey: China and ASEAN ties are friendly

BEIJING, May 13, 2022  — While China-related topic was expected to dominate the US-ASEAN summit, a recent survey showed that nearly 80 percent of Chinese respondents said about 90 percent considered the China-ASEAN ties as friendly. Over 75 percent hold a positive attitude toward their future.The survey was jointly conducted

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Ukraine has big impact on China's capital outflows but...

The impact of war in Ukraine on EM portfolio flows has not been catastrophic so far. The Institute of International Finance daily trackers registered outflows from EM ex China, but the episode does not come close to the most severe in the last decade. For example, fast increasing long-term US

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Here are some environmental lessons from China

BEIJING, April 28, 2022 — In the paper on “Trans-boundary air pollution spillovers: Physical transport and economic costs by distance,” three Chinese academics speak of environmental issues in China. Associate Professor of Strategy and Economics, Brian Viard, from Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business, Professor Shihe Fu from Xiamen University, and

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Greater China private equity and VC AUM see 25% growth

Greater China’s private equity and venture capital (PEVC) industry continues to expand and present policy-aware investors with opportunities, according to the Preqin Territory Guide: Greater China 2022 published by Preqin, the global leader in alternative assets data, tools and insights.  Regulatory changes prompt investors to seek opportunities in policy

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China and its exposure to the war in Ukraine

The direct impact of the war in Ukraine on the economy of China is minor due to the relative sizes of these economies. However, the indirect impact of global consumer and investor confidence can be profound and complicated. The International Institute of Finance says it expects the war to reduce

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China's services sector faces a big setback in March

China’s services sector activity is hit hard by a surge in Omicron with activity in the sector contracting at the sharpest pace in two years in March. The surge in coronavirus cases restricted mobility and weighed on demand, a private sector survey showed on Wednesday says Reuters. Services sector

AI Chipmaker

Leading AI chipmaker Hailo eyes growth of customer base

TAIPEI, March 2, 2022 — AI chipmaker for edge devices Hailo today announced its partnership with AITg (part of WPG Holdings), a leading global semiconductor distributor, to promote and support Hailo’s products in Taiwan and the Greater China region. The agreement with AITg will enable Hailo to expand its presence

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This is why Domatters is targeting Chinese Consumers

UNITED STATES, February 25, 2022 — With the advancements in technology and digitization, more and more companies are gravitating toward digital marketing and targeting the advertising efforts to a niche audience. In 2021, the global targeted digital advertising spending accounted for $378.16 billion. Domatters is China’s best digital marketing

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China Spotlight: The Interest Rate Toolbox and Transmission

The PBoC is easing its monetary policy by lowering RRR (required reserve ratio) and interest rates, such as the 7D re- verse repo rate and MLF (medium-term liquidity facility) rate. The 1-year LPR (loan prime rate) has dropped by 15 bp since mid-December. This note explains the interest rate tools