BRI nations called on to develop green energy
President Xi Jinping announced last month that the nation will not build new coal-fired power projects abroad.
Trade
Indonesia owes $17.28 billion ‘hidden debt’ to China, says US study
The hidden debt has been issued to state-owned enterprises, largely to fund projects under the Belt and Road Initiative, says the study.
TSMC leads pushback in Taiwan against Biden’s chip data bid
The US Commerce Department has asked companies in the semiconductor supply chain to fill out questionnaires by Nov 8 on the ongoing chip shortage.
US trade chief seeks ‘frank’ talks with China
Issues including implementation of the phase-one economic and trade agreement, and industrial policies.
The things Taiwan needs to do to join TPP
The island needs to negotiate 11 trade agreements in a record time.
China officially applies to join CPTPP
China has submitted a letter to New Zealand to formally apply for membership to the partnership.
China sees soaring demand for foreign trade talent
Job offerings increased by over 11 per cent between January and March this, for those working in the sector.
Korea-Spain ties elevated to strategic partnership
South Korea and Spain have elevated ties to a "strategic partnership".