The best way to call attention to Tehran’s hypocrisy in working with Beijing is by comparing the Uyghur cause to … Perhaps; although “realist” may be another word to describe such a bank shot for…
Monthly Archives For April 2021
WTO revises global trade forecast higher, as stimulus keeps demand intact and China dominates exports
Global merchandise trade is expected to rise by 8 per cent this year, the World Trade Organization announced on Wednesday.
CBA Roundup: Shenzhen overcomes Sichuan in OT, Zhejiang eases past Shanxi
Askia Booker (C) of Shenzhen Aviators breaks through during the 51st round match between Shenzhen Aviators and Sichuan Blue Whales at the 2020-2021 season of the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) …
US has ‘enormous respect’ for how Australia is standing up to China’s ‘economic coercion’
Washington’s top diplomat in Canberra says the countries are discussing how they would respond to a range of scenarios including conflict in the Taiwan Strait …
How China uses trade as a weapon
Beijing’s aggressive attitude towards Australia shows how China uses trade and investment as tools to punish countries who challenge it. FT global China editor James Kynge and Australia correspondent …
UK trade secretary Liz Truss urges WTO reform to ‘get tough on China and their behaviour’
Liz Truss told G7 meeting that China should no longer be designated a developing nation, claiming it was ‘ludicrous that some countries can evade market disciplines’.
Suez Canal blockage: China to see minor raw material disruptions, but accident further exposes ‘risks’ of global supply chains
The Suez Canal blockage will have limited impact on China’s economy, but may prompt firms to once again consider diversifying global supply chains after the shock of the coronavirus, economists say.
China March PMIs Shine, Stocks Hit With Quarter-End Clip
The article mentions Apple AAPL and Tesla TSLA as potential candidates for secondary China listings, along with US-listed Chinese companies. Admittedly, it does seem somewhat premature at this point …
China accuses the US of ‘political manipulation’ after 14 countries allege Beijing hid data on the origins of COVID-19
China on Wednesday accused the US of “political manipulation” as Beijing faces criticism over a World Health Organization report on the origins of COVID-19. “We have repeatedly emphasized that origin …
Shenzhen Stock Exchange to merge main board and SME board on April 6
Under the State Council’s authorization, the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) approved the merger of Shenzhen Stock Exchange’s main board and small and medium enterprises (SME) board. The …
Public Notices Regarding Covid are Displayed in Beijing, China
Posters in both Chinese and English regarding Covid-19 protective measures are posted on public buildings in Beijing on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. China remains on a ‘war footing’ regarding the …
Chinese Stand Outside a Chanel Shop in Beijing, China
Chinese stand outside a Chanel boutique in an international shopping plaza in Beijing on Wednesday, March 31, 2021. China’s currency is set for its worst month against the dollar in more than 18 …
‘Unforgivable’: China Furious With NASA for Calling Taiwan a Country
Zhu Fengliang, spokesperson for Beijing’s Taiwan Affairs Office, said NASA’s decision had “violated its one-China principle,” which claims Taiwan as part of its territory. NASA “also hurt the feelings …