#USA - Biden's Geopolitical Handover | Wall Street Week

21 December 2024

President Joe Biden will hand over the Oval Office to Donald Trump — and along with it, the geopolitical challenges of trade with China, tensions in the Middle East and instabilities in democracies around the world.

#USA - China more "precise" ways to counter potential US tariff impact: Steve Hanke: CNBC International

20 December 2024

Steve Hanke of Johns Hopkins University says talk of Chinese yuan depreciation in response to potential Trump tariffs are a "lightweight" argument, saying Beijing could instead look to crimping critical-material supply to squeeze the West.

#internet #satellite #china - How China Is Challenging Elon Musk’s Starlink Satellite Service: CNBC

15 December 2024

In early December, China launched its third batch of low Earth orbit, or LEO, internet satellites for a constellation called Qianfan or “Thousand Sails” as it’s also known. The project aims to rival SpaceX’s Starlink and will be made up of 15,000 satellites.

China is also working on two other satellite constellations: Guo Wang and Honghu-3, which have plans to deploy 13,000 and 10,000 satellites respectively.

Experts say having its own satellite internet systems will grant China geopolitical influence and national security. But currently, China needs more rockets to launch all if its planned satellites to orbit.

The Qianfan constellation will compete directly with the service offered by Elon Musk's satellite internet company
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#USA. - China relations under Trump: Here's what to know: CNBC Television

13 December 2024

CNBC's Eunice Yoon joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss expectations for U.S.-China relations under Trump.

#germany #china #scam - How a Chinese company made hundreds of millions with fraudulent climate projects | DW News

11 December 2024

German authorities approved dozens of climate projects in China that allowed firms to receive carbon credits. A DW and ZDF investigation found that these projects are likely fake and part of a large carbon credit scam. DW Investigations head Mathias Bölinger spoke to us about the investigation's findings. For the full length report into the massive scam you can head to    • How a small Chinese company tricked t...   00:00 Massive carbon credit fraud uncovered in China 04:01 Mathias Bölinger explains more on the investigation #china #germany #climatechange

#EV #China - BYD CEO ALL NEW $4,999 Car SHOCKS The Entire EV Industry: Nature Discoveries

15 November 2024

The reason why BYD went from being a bargain battery maker to Tesla's biggest rival is because of its emphasis on affordability, and to further shake the global EV industry, BYD’s CEO has unveiled a new electric vehicle priced at just 4,999 dollars.

This, in addition to challenging the high cost status quo of electric cars, opens doors for widespread access to eco friendly vehicles like never before.

But how did BYD achieve this shocking price cut, and can this budget friendly car still compete in quality and performance?

Join us as we explore the revolutionary vision behind BYD’s latest offering, examining its impact on the EV market.

#Housing - Amazing Way China Builds Ultra-Modern Capsule Houses: TEKNIQ

1 November 2024

In this episode on Tekniq, we delve into the fabrication and assembly process of Capsule Homes in China.

#santions #russia - EU envoy on Putin’s shadow fleet, measures against Chinese banks and sanctions circumvention: DW News

27 September 2024

In an exclusive interview with DW, the bloc's Envoy for Sanctions David O'Sullivan speaks of plans to go after Putin's shadow fleet, measures against Chinese banks funding export of microchips to Russia and sanctions circumvention in Southeast Asia

#investment #finance - China Sparks Stimulus Hope With Rate Cut After Weak Data: Bloomberg Television

23 September 2024

A short-term policy rate cut is fueling hopes that Chinese officials are preparing to boost efforts to revive growth, after a series of weak data including slumping budget spending and rising youth unemployment.

Bloomberg economist Eric Zhu discusses the headwinds facing the country and why recent measures haven't worked so far.

#putinswar #russia #putin - China won't support Putin's war as US sanctions start to bite | Tim Ash: Times Radio

10 September 2024

"China has not stepped up and helped, help Russia particularly." China is increasingly avoiding supporting Russia militarily in Ukraine as it seeks to repair relations with the US and avoid western sanctions, Economist Tim Ash tells Frontline on #timesradio

China bank rally - liquidity or conviction? - Short View

Financial Times

Published on Aug 15, 2016

China's banks are unexpectedly outperforming the market even as concerns over the country's growth and its prospects remain in place. The FT's Jennifer Hughes asks whether the rally marks a turnround in sentiment, or simply another example of cheap money sloshing around the system.

Produced by Tom Griggs. Edited by Paolo Pascual. Additional footage from Reuters.

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Mongolian Rapper Gee says the government is not doing enough to protect the interests of Mongolians. What he thinks China wants from Mongolia he has a simple answer, "Everything".

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1. Rio Said to Consider Halt at Biggest Mongolia Copper Mine ...

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   31/01/2013 – Rio Tinto Group, the second-biggest mining company, is considering ... The dispute comes as Mongolian Prime Minister Norovyn Altankhuyag's ...
2. Mongolia: Ongoing mining disputes hurt growth | Mongolia Business ...

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   Following disagreements between the government and major international mining firms, Mongolia is taking steps to reassure investors.
3. BBC News - Dividing up Mongolia's mining riches from Oyu Tolgoi

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   Referring to the current dispute with Rio, President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj says that firms mining in Mongolia have a great impact on the country.
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   Urbanisation creating slums in Ulan Bator.
   Despite the country´s wealth many of the capital´s inhabitants live in slums including Gee

Protests against China

InterContinental Hotels and Resorts - In their latest shareholder report anticipates having 125 hotels open in Greater China by the end of 2008 up from 81 hotels this year (28,894 rooms). As China grows into the biggest inbound tourist destination over the next decade the government plan to build 97 new airports and invest over $190 billion to develop the railway network. Outbound tourists are forcast to rise from 20 million now to 100,000 million annually over the next ten years. Are protests necessary and effective?

Wharf Limited (0004.HK) net profit up 22%

Property to ports conglomerate Wharf (Holdings) Ltd. (0004.HK) said its net profit for 2007 rose 22% on strong growth in property investment and development in Hong Kong and China. A recent rights issue to which we subscribed to in full for development in China was justified. An International Portfolio is proving advantageous in these turbulent times. The price at market close - 36,95 HK$ 1,05 2,76%
Annual range - 27,50 - 50,25 HK$ indicating plenty of upside when markets recover.