China’s goal is to inoculate about 70% of its population. That’s nearly a billion people, and it’s got a big challenge. And, widespread protests have erupted every night for the last week in Spain … (…
Monthly Archives For February 2021
Davis Polk expands in Beijing with equity capital markets partner hire from Freshfields
Davis Polk has hired capital markets specialist Jason Xu in Beijing from Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as it seeks to strengthen its deal-making capabilities in China. Xu joins the firm as a … ( read original…
U.S. Treasury No. 2 nominee Adeyemo urges get-tough attitude on China
“China is our top strategic competitor,” Adeyemo told a confirmation hearing before the Senate Finance Committee. “Where China is not willing to play on a level playing field, it’s important that we … ( read…
How China’s Covid-19 travel restrictions gave a big boost to online services during Lunar New Year
Covid-19 travel restrictions during the Spring Festival resulted in a boom for the country’s internet platforms as people moved their traditional greetings, entertainment and consumption activity … ( read original story …)
China uses patriotism test to sweep aside last outlet for Hong Kong democracy
Local-level officials face disqualification as Beijing reshapes the electoral system and requires candidates to swear allegiance to the Communist Party. ( read original story …)
Schumer directs lawmakers to draft legislative package to ‘outcompete’ China
Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) said on Feb. 23 that he directed lawmakers to draft a legislative package to “outcompete” China. ( read original story …)
Kiribati and China to develop former climate-refuge land in Fiji
President of Kiribati says China will provide ‘technical assistance’ to convert land in Fiji into a working farm to ‘supply produce to Kiribati’ … ( read original story …)
Powering Recovery in the Era of COVID-19: China’s Role in Global Energy Finance in 2020 and Beyond
China’s Role in Global Energy Finance in 2020 and Beyond. By Xinyue Ma. In 2020, the COVID-19 global pandemic significantly hindered bu … ( read original story …)
China to support 19 more African nations with COVID-19 vaccines – Foreign Ministry
China has provided COVID-19 vaccine aid to Equatorial Guinea and Zimbabwe and will aid 19 more African countries as part of its commitment to making vaccines global public goods, Foreign Ministry … ( read original…
Electoral reformers want Beijing ‘patriots’ to run Hong Kong
Beijing continues to tighten its control over Hong Kong as the Communist Party plans to overhaul the electoral system in the semi-autonomous territory. The electoral reforms, which are expected to … ( read original story…
Joe Biden’s best weapon against China is teamwork
The new administration is toning down the rhetoric but is nevertheless taking a tough line on Beijing. Less capricious trade policies and a willingness to work with Western allies may make the … ( read…
China PX imports could fall by 64% in 2021 with styrene imports 59% lower
By John Richardson AS OF yesterday, around 70% of US paraxylene capacity was offline. No less than 67% of US ethylene capacity and 14% of benzene capacity had been impacted by the severe winter ……
Top Senate Democrat directs lawmakers to craft bill to counter China
Senate Majority Leader Schumer directed lawmakers to craft a package to strengthen U.S. tech sector in move to counter China’s rise. ( read original story …)
