Tag: China
Challenges facing Cambodia’s ambitious canal megaproject
In August 2024, a groundbreaking ceremony was held in Cambodia to kick off the construction of the $1.7 billion Funan Techo Canal. This ambitious project aims to link the Mekong River to the Gulf...
Clean Energy Projects in China and Greece: B.Grimm’s Focus
B.Grimm Power Plc, a Thai energy producer, is eyeing investments in renewable energy projects in China and Greece to expand its generating capacity by 2030. The company is looking into potential projects in both...
Troop Withdrawal: India and China Ease Tensions in Himalayas
India and China have made significant progress in easing tensions along the disputed Himalayan frontier by starting to withdraw troops from their final two face-to-face positions. This move comes after a four-year military standoff,...
Navigating China’s Tourism Industry Amid ‘Worst Ever’ Season
The tourism industry in China is facing a challenging time, despite the apparent success seen in travel data during peak seasons such as the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day holiday. While statistics show...
China Urges Asean States to Combat Cross-Border Crimes: New Urgency
China Urges Asean States to Combat Cross-Border Crimes: New Urgency BEIJING - In a recent development, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has issued a call to action for Southeast Asian nations to strengthen their efforts...
China-Indonesia $10bn Deals: Economic Partnership Boost
President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia recently met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where they signed business agreements totaling more than $10 billion. This marks a significant milestone in the relationship between the...
Hong Kong Jails 45 Democracy Activists in Landmark National Security Trial
Hong Kong's High Court recently handed down jail sentences to 45 pro-democracy activists, with terms ranging from just over four years to 10 years. This landmark national security trial, which began in 2021, saw...
US Users Switch to Zynn App Amid TikTok Ban
US Users Flock to Xiaohongshu Amid TikTok Ban In the midst of a brewing storm over the potential ban of TikTok in the United States, American users have found solace in another Chinese-owned app, Xiaohongshu....
The Beginning of a New Cold War: What Lies Ahead
As we stand on the brink of a new Cold War, the balance of power in the world is shifting. The once dominant USA is losing its grip, while China is emerging as a...
