US sanctions are intended to make it practically impossible to pay Iran for oil. But China, Iran’s biggest buyer, has evaded the controls with a solution involving a workaround that allows billions of …
How China secretly pays Iran for oil despite US sanctions
US sanctions are intended to make it practically impossible to pay Iran for oil. But China, Iran’s biggest buyer, has evaded the controls with a solution involving a workaround that allows billions of …
Hong Kong strengthens role as China’s financial springboard, says UBS China chief
In the first instalment of a six-part series about financiers who act as mainland China’s Capital Connectors with the world, UBS Securities’ chairwoman Janice Hu talks about the opportunities and …
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign historic defense treaty that raised China’s concern
The leaders of Australia and Papua New Guinea signed a major bilateral defense treaty Monday that China believes targets it unfairly. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Papua New …
How China Secretly Pays Iran for Oil and Avoids U.S. Sanctions
A hidden funding conduit has deepened economic ties between the two U.S. rivals in defiance of Washington’s efforts to isolate Tehran.
U.S. soybean farmers may receive bailout after China launches embargo
U.S. soybean farmers could be the recipients of between $10 billion and $14 billion in government aid after China’s embargo against the crops tanked sales.
Typhoon Matmo strengthens, prompting China to evacuate 347,000 people ahead of landfall
The typhoon hit Zhanjiang in Guangdong on Sunday. The weather authority issued a red-level typhoon warning, the highest in its system.
Laos harvests development progress through the tourism–agriculture nexus
The agriculture–tourism nexus offers an opportunity for Laos to broaden the benefits of connectivity gains from the construction of the Laos–China Railway.
Amata Touts Thailand as Strategic Production Base for Chinese Investors at Bilateral Expo
Amata Corporation PCL, Thailand’s leading industrial estate developer, has used the platform of the Thailand-China …
Why China’s restaurants are facing social media outrage over pre-made food
A social media storm over ‘pre-made’ dishes and rising calls for transparency have hit China’s restaurant chains just as the extended National Day holiday begins …