No let-up in China’s unfair trade practices, says US
Washington takes hardline stance ahead of Trump-Xi meeting; Beijing’s response muted. The United States has accused China of continuing – and even stepping up –…
China’s Belt and Road Initiative: Debt trap or hope?
Asia News Network commentators weigh the pros and cons of working with China on its Belt and Road Initiative. INDONESIA’S INTERESTS Shah Suraj Bharat The Jakarta Post,…
Samsung CEO seeks breakthrough with Galaxy 10, foldable phone
Samsung to introduce the world’s first foldable phone. Koh Dong-jin, CEO of Samsung Electronics’ smartphone business, is making all-out efforts to seek a breakthrough in…
Nissan’s Ghosn arrested over financial law violation
Nissan Motor chairman Carlos Ghosn was arrested by a Japanese special investigation team over financial irregularities. Nissan Motor Co. Chairman Carlos Ghosn was arrested by the…
Moon stays away from NK sanctions relief at ASEAN, APEC meetings
President Moon Jae-in calls for ‘inclusive growth’ among APEC countries. President Moon Jae-in returned to South Korea on Sunday after wrapping up his five-day trip to…
Aung San Suu Kyi wants foreign investment amid international pressure
Myanmar’s State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi wants the world to see her country as a business and investment opportunity waiting to be seized. Suu Kyi made the pitch that Myanmar…
Thailand’s KBank to launch e-wallet, invests $50 million US in Grab Taxi
Grab on Thursday announced a partnership with Thailand’s Kasikornbank to launch mobile payment application GrabPay by KBank. The mobile wallet, which is slated to be…
China Trade War Update
China has kicked off the country’s first ever international import expo in Shanghai, an event designed to boost China’s image as a market to the world. President Xi Jinping,…
Seoul granted waiver to buy Iranian oil
South Korea was granted a waiver that will temporarily allow it to continue importing Iranian oil. The US granted the waiver to eight countries, including China and India, the…
Pakistan-China meeting hints at reinforced ties
Pakistan – China Joint Statement speaks of expansion in ties, no mention of immediate support. Ties between China and Pakistan will be significantly deepened across a range…