Tag "China"
Three things to consider about Trump’s plan to brand China as a ‘currency manipulator’
The US dollar rallied after Trump’s victory, forcing the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) to lower the yuan’s reference rate for 11 consecutive trading days.
China in Europe: reshaping trade relations with Central Eastern Europe
China, who has been systematically and intentionally bypassed by the most important regional trade agreements, is now making history by building its way into the Western markets. For China, Central
BRICS caught between India and China
The 8th BRICS summit, held in Goa, once again exposed geopolitical fault lines which divide the diverse grouping — most notably between India and China.
Six political trends shaping China today
In China, a number of significant political events have materialised. These will play a monumental role in defining the global political landscape in years to come.
Donald Trump’s presidential victory signals an end to America’s engagement in Southeast Asia
Trump’s unexpected victory could change how America interacts with Southeast Asia on issues concerning security, human rights and trade.
Russia’s coal expansion is running out of steam
Despite changing markets, Russia is betting on coal consumption as it moves to develop its eastern regions and pivot from Europe. Will the strategy work?
Is Iran still a siren call for Western economic investment?
The Iranian economy is set for an economic boom, with global powers reinvesting in its industries. However, the US sanctions remain a great deterrent for European and Asian investors. Image
Preparing the XIX CCP party congress
The next big Party Congress – and the beginning of Xi Jinping’s second term – is still a year away, so the decisions taken now will show how strong Xi’s
Mr. Duterte’s Asia
Rodrigo Duterte, the Filipino firebrand president who has been known for his trademark public insults, has surprisingly announced an end to the US-Filipino military alliance.
Chinese debt risks financial collapse
Chinese debt poses great risks, require an overhaul of the financial sector, and demonstrate the need for a new growth model. The quarterly report of the Bank for International Settlements paints
