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China Focus
China vows system to resolve local government debt risks
The gathering comes at a pivotal time for China amid growing questions over the country’s political and economic trajectory.
October 31, 2023
Geopolitics
US, China agree in principle on Biden-Xi meeting next month
The potential breakthrough follows this week’s visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi
October 29, 2023
China Focus
Is China's economy out of the woods?
China's neighbours have to get used to China not providing as much of a spillover as in the past
October 25, 2023
China Focus
Xi steps up economic aid with new debt issuance, PBOC visit
The nation’s legislature approved a plan to raise the fiscal deficit ratio for 2023 to about 3.8% of its GDP.
October 24, 2023
China Focus
Xi’s US$1 trillion 'Project of the Century' gets a reality check
China’s overall activity in BRI countries is down about 40% from its 2018 peak as the world’s second-biggest economy slows.
October 17, 2023
Geopolitics
Biden, Xi meeting becomes more likely, sources say
Advance teams for both countries have been scouting possible meeting sites in San Francisco
October 06, 2023
Geopolitics
City and Kingdom: America and China in Asia
Neither the US nor China can afford to treat the other as an adversary; their relations are central to peace in the world
July 26, 2023
China Focus
Xi's China markets lifeline raises hope this time rally can hold
This somewhat unexciting period will eventually give way to a more positive market tone
July 25, 2023
Geopolitics
China enlists Kissinger to translate as US talks hit brick wall
'We'll never forget our old friend'
July 24, 2023
China Focus
Xi vows to protect foreign investors in charm offensive
It is becoming increasingly clear that the post-pandemic recovery is starting to flag
June 28, 2023