Youqi’s first attempt at large-scale durian farming on this land was in 2019. Yet, the first phase saw 6,000 seedlings die, with a survival rate […]
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What Southeast Asia’s manufacturers stand to lose as US-China tariff war hits region
Even as Southeast Asia struggles with access to the US market, the region will be hit hard by a “tsunami of Chinese goods”, predict experts. […]
China Power: C-drama fever sweeps Southeast Asia, with shows dominating screens and hearts
Of all the countries in Southeast Asia, Thailand stands out as a go-to destination for Chinese production companies. Jeff Han, a spokesperson for Chinese tech […]
China Power: Chinese students in Southeast Asia humanise Beijing, boost soft power
Chinese students might have developed a reputation for being rich, but amid China’s slow economic recovery, cheaper tuition fees and more affordable lodging and living […]
Xi warns protectionism ‘leads nowhere’ as he starts Southeast Asia tour
HANOI: Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned on Monday (Apr 14) that protectionism “leads nowhere” and that a trade war would have “no winners”, state media said, […]
China Power: Peacemaker or troublemaker? Views in Southeast Asia vary over Beijing’s efforts in global conflicts
Yun also acknowledged that China’s involvement as mediator does impact Myanmar’s sovereignty. However, she said this is “not unprovoked” as the impact of the conflict […]
China’s Xi courts Southeast Asia as Trump tariffs bite
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping will kick off a five-day, three-nation Southeast Asia tour on Monday (Apr 14) as Beijing seeks to tighten regional trade ties […]
China Power: As Beijing’s influence grows, how do Southeast Asia’s ethnic Chinese balance ethnicity and nationality?
INSTANCES OF DISCRIMINATION Given that ethnic Chinese form the minority race in most Southeast Asian countries, some of them acknowledged that they have faced discrimination […]
Xi Jinping’s Southeast Asian tour: Strategic ‘charm offensive’ amid US tariff war but pitfalls ahead
SENDING A SIGNAL THROUGH ASEAN Xi’s selection of the three Southeast Asian countries – Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia – reflects a mutual alignment of interests, […]
China Power: ‘Like a tsunami’ – Beijing’s economic rise in Southeast Asia leaves locals fearing they’re being crowded out
Locals were initially happy with the presence of Chinese businesses as they imported and sold everyday items like shoes and stationery at lower prices than […]