Africa Struggles with Trade Deficit as China’s Exports Surge in 2023
In 2023, trade between China and Africa escalated to $282.1 billion, experiencing a modest growth of 1.5% from the previous...
August 19, 2024Section
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Oil, Debt, and Power: Unpacking Russia and China’s Roles in Venezuela
As world powers Russia and China quickly supported Nicolás Maduro following the contentious Venezuelan. Coverage and analysis from The Rio...
August 19, 2024
Iron Ore Price Drop Spells Trouble for Australia’s Budget
Australia is facing a financial strain as iron ore prices continue to plummet, putting a $2 billion hole in the...
August 19, 2024
Foreign Venture Capital Redirects Focus to Japan Amid Global Shifts
In the first six months of this year Japan witnessed a remarkable 70% spike in investments from foreign venture. Coverage...
August 19, 2024
Economic Strains Lead to Profit Decline for Corporate India in Q1 FY25
Corporate India experienced its most challenging first quarter since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Coverage and analysis from The...
August 19, 2024
Geopolitical Pivot: How Sri Lanka’s Election Impacts India-China Relations
Sri Lanka's presidential election scheduled for September 21 stands as a monumental event with 39 candidates vying. Analysis from The...
August 19, 2024
Malaysia Targets BRICS Membership, Courts India and China in Strategic Pivot
As Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim embarks on his first visit to India since assuming office. Coverage and analysis from...
August 19, 2024
Economic Uncertainties Halt Russia-China Gas Pipeline Through Mongolia
According to the South China Morning Post (SCMP) Mongolia has decided not to include the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline....
August 19, 2024
Chinese State Giants Expand Their Hold on Brazil’s Energy and Infrastructure
Chinese state-owned enterprises are increasingly dominating Brazil’s energy and infrastructure sectors. Their investments now exceed R$ 280 billion ($51 billion)....
August 18, 2024