China Digs Deep On Mineral Security As Battle For Resources With U.S. Intensifies
February 18th, 2025
Via South China Morning Post, a report on how rare earths and critical minerals with economic and tech value are prioritised in Beijing’s plans to maintain dominance over global supplies: Having already reported a significant increase in mineral reserves that serve to enhance its self-sufficiency, China is digging deeper with plans to enhance support for […]
Read more »The Nickel-based Industrial Paradox: Indonesian Resources, Chinese Profits
February 18th, 2025
Via The Diplomat, commentary on whether Jakarta’s industrial incentives reflect misaligned priorities? Indonesia’s nickel downstreaming is one of the most debated industrial policies in the world today. With strong backing from Tsingshan Holding Group and Jiangsu Delong Nickel Industry Co Ltd, two major Chinese steel manufacturers, the Indonesian government has pursued an ambitious nickel-based industrial strategy, often […]
Read more »Pakistan Rides China’s Donkey Demand To Rev Up Economy
February 18th, 2025
Via Nikkei Asia, a report on Pakistan’s growing donkey export economy with China: Pakistan’s Gwadar port was heralded as the next Singapore when it opened for business more than a decade ago. But the China-funded site has failed to emerge as a commercial hub, underscored by a brand-new international airport that sits nearly empty. Now, […]
Read more »China Set To Extend Reach in South Pacific with Cook Islands Deal
February 14th, 2025
Via The Washington Post, commentary on the recent agreement between China and the Cook Islands: China and the South Pacific nation of the Cook Islands are poised to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership deal on Friday, raising alarm that Beijing is extending its reach into the region in ways that could have security and environmental consequences. […]
Read more »China: Can Fill West’s Role In Africa In Three Ways
February 12th, 2025
Via The Asia Times, a look at how Chinese investment in critical minerals, arms sales and influence building through regional mediation are all wide open as the West exits Africa: With France fast losing its influence in west Africa’s Sahel region and an unpredictable US president in power, will China fill the vacuum? The Sahel […]
Read more »China and Mongolia To Restart Rail Project Stalled for 16 Years
February 12th, 2025
Via The Diplomat, a report on Mongolia’s Prime Minister Oyun-Erdene upcoming discussions with Chinese leaders which will focus on issues such as a long-desired cross-border railway and the coal trade, with domestic politics lurking in the background: The 2025 Asian Winter Games will be held in Harbin, the capital of China’s Heilongjiang Province, from February […]
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