New rules restricting the export of drone components came into force in China on 1 September, and suppliers reduced sales of drones to Ukraine, giving China a covert influence on the war. Source: The …
Monthly Archives For October 2023
Risks Facing China Now That Its Minsky Moment Has Begun
There are significant risks that China will double down as it takes on excessive debt, invests in nonproductive enterprises, and experiences weak economic growth.
American Ballet Theatre ‘excited’ about return to China in November
The ABT is also the first major US art group to perform in China’s national theatre, where art performances from abroad have only recently resumed after the Covid-19 pandemic. Do you have questions …
China fosters new-generation nuclear power reactors
At present, China boasts over 50 operational nuclear reactor units, and among them is the “Hualong One” generator set, installed in the eastern city of Fuqing. This domestically designed …
In Pictures: China’s development gives Hong Kong ‘endless opportunities,’ Chief Exec. John Lee says on National Day
China’s development over the years has given Hong Kong … This was the first National Day since strict Covid-19 restrictions were relaxed earlier this year. A public viewing area at the flag-raising …
China’s services activity expands at slowest pace this year – Caixin PMI
China’s services activity expanded at the slowest pace this year in September, a private-sector survey showed on Sunday, as demand remained weak despite a string of support measures. The Caixin/S&P …
Does China’s Property Bust Make a Financial Crisis Inevitable?
Perhaps not—if Beijing plays its cards right. But serious damage to the nation’s prospects is still likely. A look at the problem in five charts.
De-risking from China? That way lies economic disaster
China is unlikely to take over as a new global engine for growth.” Much has been written about what “de-risking” means for global supply chains and service industries. But the wider impact on business …
Mainland China Bourses Close For National Day Holidays Until Oct. 9 Amid Tough Year
China’s benchmark CSI 300 Index and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng … which has lost 66% of its value so far this year. It will be business as usual this week at exchanges in the U.S.,…
China visit strengthened trust: Nepal’s Prachanda
The Chinese authorities have also agreed to resume operations of all the trading points between Nepal and China that were shut down due to the outbreak of Corona pandemic,” Prachanda said. The Nepali …
Pro-China candidate Mohamed Muizzu wins Maldives presidency, upending relationship with India
Runoff vote was widely seen as a referendum on whether to pursue closer ties with China or India, both vying for influence in the island nation
China’s famed Moutai liquor toasted in London
Ding Xiongjun, president of Kweichow Moutai Co Ltd, introduces the values embraced by his company to attendees at the opening ceremony of the 2023 Moutai brand culture global exhibition on Sept 27 in …
China’s economy stabilises, factory activity returns to expansion
The reading beat a forecast of 50.0. The PMI, the first official statistics for September, adds to signs of stabilisation in the economy, which had sagged after an initial burst of momentum early in …