Soyonbo Borjgin is a journalist based in New York, United States of America. He writes about how people identify themselves under authoritarian rule and how life changed through geopolitical factors. He used to work in China for 8 years, mainly writing feature stories focusing nomadic life in ...

American-born Mongolian girl fights for Southern Mongolia's freedom

25 Dec 2024  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Cultural Heritage

Temulun Togchug, a 17-year-old American-born Mongolian, testified before the U.S. Congressional-Executive Commission on China about the deteriorating human rights situation in Southern Mongolia. She highlighted the Chinese Communist Party's efforts to suppress Mongolian heritage and culture in the region, drawing attention to the plight of her ancestral homeland.

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Clea Broadhurst is a journalist based in Paris, France.

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Africa: From Agriculture to Infrastructure - Expanding Chinese Development Aid

05 Feb 2025  |  fr.allafrica.com  |  French  |  Debt Trap

China's development aid programs are extensive, focusing on infrastructure, health, education, and economic initiatives in developing countries across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The Belt and Road Initiative is a key component, aiming to enhance global connectivity through infrastructure projects. While China promotes a win-win model, critics highlight potential debt traps and lack of transparency compared to Western aid. The U.S. withdrawal from certain regions presents an opportunity for China to expand its influence, particularly in Africa, Latin America, and Asia, through low-interest loans and development funds. However, this strategy raises concerns about increased debt dependency and potential political resistance.

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Meredith Chen is a journalist based in Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Australia-China trade ties ‘imperative’ as both sides eye emerging prospects, risks

02 Apr 2025  |  South China Morning Post  |  English  |  Geopolitical Uncertainties

Renewed optimism between Australian and Chinese businesses is driving efforts to foster a harmonious economic environment, despite potential geopolitical risks. David Olsson, chairman of the Australia China Business Council, emphasizes the importance of the bilateral trade relationship and the need for cooperation in the Asia region. While China has lifted trade bans on Australian exports, uncertainties remain due to geopolitical tensions and economic risks from U.S. tariffs.

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Saibal Dasgupta is a journalist based in Beijing, China.

The Eastern Window: Global markets bear the brunt of overcapacity in Chinese manufacturing

02 Dec 2024  |  www.moneycontrol.com  |  English  |  Trade Barriers

The U.S. and E.U. are implementing new trade barriers to restrict Chinese goods, potentially leading to increased dumping of cheap Chinese products in developing countries like India. This situation arises from China's overcapacity due to industrial expansion and low domestic demand. The impact on global markets and developing nations hinges on whether Trump will enforce high tariffs on Chinese imports.

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Mariah Doksil is an award winning journalist based in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

She is passionate about contributing to children, girls and women's empowerment, writing about social inequality and injustice, exploring environmental issues and also documenting stories and facts involving the ...

Nusantara to turn Borneo into future growth centre

30 Nov 2024  |  Borneo Post Online  |  English  |  International Relations

The relocation of Indonesia's capital to Nusantara in East Kalimantan is set to transform Borneo into a major growth center, enhancing trade, investment, and infrastructure opportunities in the region. Datuk Phoong Jin Zhe, Sabah's Industrial Development and Entrepreneurship Minister, highlights the strategic proximity of Nusantara to Kota Kinabalu, emphasizing the potential for economic collaboration between Sabah and East Kalimantan. The development of Nusantara, envisioned as a sustainable urban model, is expected to benefit the entire Borneo region, fostering cooperation among its provinces and neighboring countries. The initiative is seen as a visionary move by President Joko Widodo, aiming to decentralize growth from Jakarta and promote regional development.

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I am a journalist for France 24 and I will be in Israel from May 9 to May 16 inclusive, filing for a number of media outlets.

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How a Trump-brokered deal could ‘save’ TikTok as deadline looms on possible US ban

18 Dec 2024  |  New York Post  |  English  |  National Security

The article discusses the potential for President-elect Trump to broker a deal to save TikTok from a US ban by facilitating its sale to a US buyer. With a looming deadline for ByteDance to divest its stake, TikTok has appealed to the Supreme Court and sought Trump's intervention. The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case, but a previous court decision suggests challenges ahead. Trump has expressed interest in resolving the issue, meeting with TikTok's CEO, but details remain unclear. The article highlights the complexities of brokering a deal, including China's resistance and the national security concerns cited by the US Justice Department. The situation presents a political conundrum for Republicans, with Trump potentially using TikTok as leverage in broader negotiations with China.

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Erin Hale is a journalist based in Taipei.

Why is China angry about a plan to sell two ports on the Panama Canal?

01 Apr 2025  |  www.aljazeera.com  |  English  |  Panama Canal

CK Hutchison's plan to sell its stake in two Panama Canal ports to a US-led consortium, including BlackRock, has sparked significant backlash from China. The deal, part of a larger $22.8 billion transaction, has been criticized by Chinese state media and reportedly angered President Xi Jinping, who viewed the ports as strategic assets. The Chinese market regulator has launched an antitrust investigation, and Beijing may exert pressure through informal channels. The situation highlights tensions between CK Hutchison's global business strategy and China's strategic interests, amid the broader context of the China-US trade war.

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Valerie Hopkins is currently the South-East Europe Correspondent for the Financial Times, where she covers the region out of Budapest. She has more than ten years of experience working in South-Eastern Europe. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian The Atlantic, The Washington ...

Georgian Lawmakers Hand Presidency to Far-Right Former Soccer Star

14 Dec 2024  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Political Turmoil

Georgia's political landscape faces further turmoil as lawmakers elect Mikheil Kavelashvili, a former soccer star and far-right politician, as president. This decision, backed by the conservative Georgian Dream party, is contested by the outgoing president, Salome Zourabichvili, who has vowed to remain in office until new elections occur. The election, marred by allegations of misconduct, highlights a growing divide between pro-Western and anti-Western factions within the country, with implications for Georgia's international alignments.

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Israr Khan is a journalist based in Islamabad, Pakistan. He has more than 17-year experience in reporting and writing with Pakistan’s leading English language newspapers and international media and has enough skills in development sector research.
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Pakistan set to issue first-ever $200m panda bonds in June

01 Jun 2025  |  www.thenews.com.pk  |  English  |  Economic Reforms

Pakistan plans to issue its first-ever panda bonds in June 2025, aiming to raise $200 million and strengthen financial ties with China. The yuan-denominated bonds will diversify Pakistan's foreign exchange exposure and attract Chinese investors. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb emphasized the importance of participating in China's capital markets and highlighted the potential of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC 2.0) to stabilize the economy. The government is also working on auctioning surplus electricity to bulk consumers and creating a competitive power market to reduce capacity payments and enhance efficiency.

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Pakistan – Strategically Positioned but no Progress

04 Dec 2024  |  dailytimes.com.pk  |  English  |  Political Stability

Pakistan's strategic location at the crossroads of South Asia, the Middle East, and Central Asia offers significant geopolitical advantages, yet the country struggles with political instability, economic challenges, and security issues. Despite its potential for trade and development, internal problems such as corruption, inadequate governance, and reliance on agriculture hinder progress. The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and Gwadar Port present opportunities for economic growth, but benefits have yet to materialize. Addressing extremism, improving education, and fostering regional diplomacy are crucial for unlocking Pakistan's potential and achieving long-term stability and prosperity.

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Tao Li is a journalist based in Washington, United States of America.

Spatial-Temporal Evolution of Sales Volume of New Energy Vehicles in China and Analysis of Influencing Factors

18 Dec 2024  |  MDPI  |  English  |  China's Automotive Market

The study examines the rapid growth and spatial-temporal evolution of new energy vehicle (NEV) sales in China from 2016 to 2022, highlighting significant regional disparities. The eastern region leads in sales due to economic development, government incentives, and infrastructure, while the northeastern region lags. Infrastructure, economic factors, and government policies are identified as key drivers of NEV sales. The research underscores the importance of NEVs in reducing carbon emissions and achieving China's 'dual carbon' goals, emphasizing the need for balanced regional development and infrastructure improvement to enhance NEV adoption nationwide.

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Henrik Pryser Libell is a journalist based in Oslo, Norway.

Chinese-Flagged Ship Suspected of Cutting Cables Remains Halted Weeks Later

12 Dec 2024  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Security

A Chinese-flagged ship, Yi Peng 3, remains anchored in the Baltic Sea under investigation for suspected involvement in the severing of two fiber-optic cables. Despite ongoing investigations by Sweden, Finland, and Lithuania, no new insights have been disclosed. The incident occurs amid heightened European concerns over sabotage, with recent acts attributed to Russia's military intelligence. China's foreign ministry maintains communication with European countries but offers no further information.

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Lu Liu is a award-winning freelance video journalist based in Beijing, China. I work as one-man-band VJ for WashingtonPost, Al Jazeera+, AP, France 2, etc. I do news, feature stories, documentaries and corporate shooting. Have won silver at New York festival for tv documentaries because of a story ...

Design and Study of a Novel P-Type Junctionless FET for High Performance of CMOS Inverter

17 Jan 2025  |  MDPI  |  English  |  Junctionless FET

A novel p-type junctionless field effect transistor (PJLFET) based on partially depleted silicon-on-insulator (PD-SOI) is proposed, featuring a buried N+-doped layer under the channel to enhance performance. The PJLFET achieves a high Ion/Ioff ratio, reduced threshold voltage, and improved electrical characteristics, making it suitable for high-performance CMOS inverters. The study uses Sentaurus TCAD simulations to validate the device's ability to suppress gate-induced drain leakage (GIDL) and enhance on-state current. A new CMOS inverter design incorporating the PJLFET demonstrates symmetrical performance with conventional NMOS, indicating potential for future chip applications.

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Alastair McCready is editor for regional magazine Southeast Asia Globe, based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. He is able to provide editing, photography and reporting, as well as contacts in country and across the region.

Why China isn’t as worried about Trump’s trade war as in 2018

11 Mar 2025  |  www.aljazeera.com  |  English  |  International Relations

The article discusses the renewed trade war initiated by US President Donald Trump against China, highlighting the differences in the current economic and political landscape compared to 2018. China is portrayed as more prepared and resilient, with measures in place to mitigate the impact of US tariffs. Analysts suggest that while China is open to negotiations, it is also ready to withstand pressure. The article also notes Trump's broader tariff strategy, which includes other countries, and the potential domestic economic consequences of his actions.

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Sérgio Obete Nhambi is an accomplished international multimedia journalist based in Washington, D.C., specializing in global affairs, politics, and economic developments. As a journalist with Voice of America, Nhambi brings extensive experience in digital platform management, investigative ...

Africa needs to position itself to not navigate the rivalry between great powers, Alexandra Dias

06 Dec 2024  |  www.voaportugues.com  |  Portuguese  |  Africa

During his visit to Angola, U.S. President Joe Biden emphasized Africa's significance in the global future, asserting that the United States must outperform China to regain its influence on the continent. The article discusses the geopolitical dynamics and the need for Africa to strategically position itself amidst the rivalry between major powers.

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Ibrahim NTOUTOUM’OBIANG-ENDAMA is a journalist based in Libreville, Gabon.
I am an Image Reporter Journalist and freelancer. I make several trips to other provinces of the country, in order to produce video, paper and audio reports.

China: Towards a Strategic Partnership in the Fishing and Agriculture Sectors

09 Jan 2025  |  AGP Gabon  |  French  |  Fishing

Gabon and China are enhancing their strategic partnership in the fishing and agriculture sectors to boost Gabon's economy. Recent discussions in Libreville between Gabon's Minister of Agriculture and Fishing, Jonathan Ignoumba, and China's ambassador, Zhou Ping, highlighted China's commitment to modernizing Gabon's agricultural practices. Initiatives include infrastructure development in Kango for training in plant production, livestock, and aquaculture. In the fishing sector, local processing and conservation units aim to add value and reduce raw export dependency. This partnership strengthens bilateral relations, aiming for sustainable development and economic autonomy in Gabon.

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Richie Santosdiaz is a known international trade and economic development subject matter expert - both as a consultant as well as commentator on this realm in both print and also video (live and pre-recorded). He is bilingual (English and Spanish) and has done 100+ pieces/interviews mainly in the ...

Philips Adopts HSBC's Treasury Solution to Consolidate Transactions in China

20 Jan 2025  |  thefintechtimes.com  |  English  |  Corporate Strategy

HSBC has introduced a new treasury solution for Philips in mainland China, consolidating numerous intra-group, multi-currency transactions into a single RMB transaction. This solution, developed after discussions with the People’s Bank of China, aims to simplify financial management, reduce manual processing, and improve cash flow visibility. Philips benefits from streamlined cross-border transactions, reduced costs, and enhanced FX risk management, marking a significant advancement in their financial operations in China.

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Richard Spencer is Middle East Correspondent for The Times of London, based in Beirut, Lebanon.

Why Xi Jinping’s $85 billion legacy city is standing empty

03 Jan 2025  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  Economic Growth

Xiong’an, a city initiated by Xi Jinping in 2017, aims to address urban overpopulation and showcase a new model of governance blending technology and sustainable development. Despite significant investment, the city remains underpopulated, with limited social life and amenities deterring potential residents and businesses. The project reflects Xi's vision of high-quality development, contrasting with previous economic models. Success hinges on China's economic recovery and overcoming challenges like property market collapse.

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Thibault Spirlet is a London-based journalist specialising in human rights. He has worked for the likes of @Daily_Express, @factal, @POLITICOEurope & 
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Inside China's paramilitary force that could be key in an invasion of Taiwan

01 Dec 2024  |  Business Insider  |  English  |  Paramilitary Forces

China is preparing its People's Armed Police (PAP) for potential involvement in an invasion of Taiwan, focusing on amphibious and urban combat training. Analysts suggest the PAP could play a crucial role in maintaining internal security and supporting military operations. The PAP's training includes simulating attacks and urban warfare, indicating readiness for a Taiwan scenario. Experts debate the likelihood and form of a Chinese action against Taiwan, with some suggesting a full-scale invasion is possible within a few years. The article highlights China's military modernization and strategic positioning around Taiwan, emphasizing the PAP's potential involvement in maintaining order and supporting the People's Liberation Army (PLA) in a prolonged conflict.

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Yun Sun is a think tank scholar.

Can China fill the void in foreign aid?

11 Mar 2025  |  Brookings  |  English  |  US-China Relations

The article examines whether China can fill the void left by the United States' reduction in foreign aid. It highlights the significant gap in aid size, with China's aid being a fraction of the U.S.'s. China's aid, often misunderstood as part of the Belt and Road Initiative, primarily consists of loans and investments rather than traditional aid. The motives behind Chinese aid differ from those of the U.S., focusing more on infrastructure and political influence rather than humanitarian assistance. Despite the U.S. withdrawal, China is unlikely to prioritize foreign aid due to its economic slowdown and strategic interests. China's aid strategy involves bilateral negotiations and leveraging aid for political and economic returns, rather than altruistic contributions. The article suggests that while China may increase its multilateral contributions, it is unlikely to unilaterally lead global challenges.

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Darren Taylor is a journalist based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. He has been reporting on current affairs throughout Africa since the early 1990s. He specializes in longer form, in depth investigative and human interest features, for both radio and print, but is equally adept at short-...

Biden Leaves Mixed Legacy in Africa, Say Analysts and Former US Officials

27 Nov 2024  |  FreeREAD  |  English  |  Russia in Africa

The article evaluates President Joe Biden's legacy in Africa, highlighting a decline in U.S. influence on the continent during his term. Analysts and former officials criticize the administration for losing diplomatic and military presence, failing to counter China's and Russia's growing influence, and not securing critical mineral supplies. Despite initial promises and hosting African leaders, Biden's financial commitments remain largely unfulfilled, and Africa continues to be a lower priority compared to other U.S. interests. The article notes China's significant investments in Africa's mineral resources and Russia's improved image through strategic information campaigns. The U.S. is urged to adopt a more practical approach to safeguard its interests in Africa.

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Vivienne Walt is a seasoned, award-winning foreign correspondent for TIME Magazine and other major US publications. She travels widely from her base in Paris, with broad expertise on war and terrorism in Europe and beyond. Walt has covered the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars, and the Egyptian, Tunisian ...

Are Markets Taking the Latest Trump Trade Fight in Stride?

10 Feb 2025  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  US-China Relations

President Trump announced a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports, with further tariffs on Europe, Taiwan, and other industries anticipated. China retaliated with $14 billion in tariffs on American exports, signaling an escalation in the trade war. The global economy faces uncertainty as these trade tensions could expand rapidly, with no clear winners in sight.

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