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...
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...
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...
Boosting Soft Power at Shanghai Expo: Strategies and Initiatives for Success
Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan led a delegation to the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai to promote Thai soft power. The event, which featured 172 countries and regions, aimed to enhance global...
C919 Aircraft Manufacturer Expands to Singapore for Southeast Asia Market
China's leading aircraft manufacturer, Comac, has taken a significant step towards expanding its presence in the international aviation market by opening an office in Singapore. This move is part of the company's strategy to...
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,...
Strengthening China-Russia Cooperation for Fair World Order
China and Russia are focusing on strengthening their cooperation to establish a fair world order during a time of chaos. This was emphasized during the recent meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian...
China’s Xi Jinping Faces Dilemma as Myanmar Consulate Blast Sparks Chaos Fears
China has long maintained influence among armed ethnic groups in Myanmar while supporting military leaders. However, a recent attack on its consulate in Mandalay has strained relations between the two countries. China has demanded...
Accusation: Russia and China Hinder Asia Leaders’ Statement
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken recently attended the 19th East Asia Summit in Laos, where a proposed consensus statement was blocked by Russia and China. The main point of contention was the language...
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...
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...
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...