The Philippines has been carrying out ‘sovereignty patrols’ since some 200 Chinese fishing vessels were spotted near Whitsun Reef, which falls within its exclusive economic zone.
How does China lend? Insight from a study of 100 loans
Is China a predatory lender? A new study of 100 contracts between Chinese lenders and government borrowers examines the nature of Chinese loans.
Vietnam’s ‘Mini-China’ Days Over Amid Covid-Era Boom
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Philippines demands China remove vessels at 6 islands, reefs
The gathering of the Chinese-flagged vessels, along with four Chinese navy ships at a Chinese-occupied manmade island base, “is hazardous to navigation and safety of life at sea” and may damage coral …
Philippines hits China on vessels swarming 6 islands, reefs
MANILA, Philippines (AP) – The Philippine government said Wednesday that more than 250 Chinese vessels it believes are manned by militia have been spotted near six Manila-claimed islands and reefs in …
Philippines says Chinese ‘militia’ swarm has spread in disputed waters
MANILA (Reuters) – Hundreds of Chinese vessels believed to be manned by militias in the South China Sea have spread to a wider area, the Philippines said on Wednesday, defying its demand for the …
Philippines Says China ‘Militia’ Spreads to Other Disputed Reefs
The Philippines said Chinese “maritime militia” vessels have expanded into more disputed South China Sea areas, even after the Southeast Asian nation protested and the U.S. aired concerns over the …
Indian premier visits Bangladesh to counter China
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a two-day visit to Bangladesh arriving last Friday to develop political and economic ties and undermine Chinese influence in the region. Modi wanted to patch …
EMERGING MARKETS-Indonesia’s rupiah at near 5-month low on rising U.S. yields
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippine shares down over 1.5% * U.S. dollar on track for best month since 2016 * China March PMI expands at the quickest pace in three months * Rupee declines further By Nikhil …
India court grants no relief to ByteDance in tax evasion case
MUMBAI (Reuters) – An Indian court on Wednesday granted no immediate relief to China’s ByteDance in a case where the company has challenged the local tax authority’s decision to block its bank …