Tag: Belt and Road Initiative

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian attends a press conference in Beijing, China.
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China opposes US ‘slander and interference’ after Panama’s withdrawal from the Belt and Road Initiative

China strongly condemns the United States for its “slander and undermining” of the Belt and Road Initiative, employing “pressure and coercion,” as stated by a foreign ministry spokesperson on Friday in response to Panama’s choice to withdraw from the program. The spokesperson expressed China’s profound disappointment regarding this decision and urged Panama to reconsider, emphasizing the importance of their bilateral relationship and the need to … Continue reading China opposes US ‘slander and interference’ after Panama’s withdrawal from the Belt and Road Initiative

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An anti-government fighter tears down a portrait of Syria's President Bashar al-Assad in Aleppo, after jihadists and their allies entered the northern Syrian city.
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Assad’s downfall in Syria reveals the constraints of China’s diplomatic efforts in the Middle East

Just over a year ago, China extended a warm reception to Bashar al-Assad and his wife during their six-day visit, providing the former Syrian leader with a rare respite from years of international isolation that began with the civil war in 2011. While attending the Asian Games, President Xi Jinping pledged support for Assad in “opposing external interference” and in the reconstruction of Syria, while … Continue reading Assad’s downfall in Syria reveals the constraints of China’s diplomatic efforts in the Middle East

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Nepal’s Prime Minister travels to China to attract investment, marking a shift from India

Nepal’s seasoned communist leader K.P. Sharma Oli is making his return as prime minister for the fourth time this year, with the objective of encouraging Beijing to revitalize planned infrastructure initiatives during his multi-day visit to China. This trip marks Oli’s first international visit since his swearing-in in July, breaking from the traditional choice of New Delhi, with which Kathmandu has maintained historical ties for … Continue reading Nepal’s Prime Minister travels to China to attract investment, marking a shift from India

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China is committed to the CPEC project and will not withdraw support

The joint counter-terrorism exercises initiated by Pakistan and China last Wednesday are designed to enhance the professional capabilities of their military personnel and to fortify the military relations between the two nations. Historically, Pakistan and China have collaborated extensively in areas such as defense production, technology, and training. China serves as a significant defense partner for Pakistan, supplying advanced weaponry, including fighter jets and submarines. … Continue reading China is committed to the CPEC project and will not withdraw support

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China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at bolstering support for the “Global South” during a meeting of G20 leaders in Rio de Janeiro, as reported by China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Monday. In his opening address at the G20 Summit, Xi outlined China’s commitment to global development through eight key actions, which include enhancing the “high quality” Belt and Road Initiative—his … Continue reading China’s Xi unveiled a series of initiatives to assist the ‘Global South’ during the G20 summit

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Xi’s insightful answer to “the question of our times”

BEIJING, (Xinhua) — “What is wrong with this world, what we should do about it?” Chinese President Xi Jinping raised “the question of our times” at the Bali G20 summit, after he first asked the question at the World Economic Forum back in 2017 at Davos, Switzerland. “The world economy is getting more fragile. The geopolitical environment remains tense. Global governance is seriously inadequate. Food … Continue reading Xi’s insightful answer to “the question of our times”

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China writes off interest-free loans to African nations, Is this action merely symbolic

China has recently declared another round of write-offs on interest-free loans for over two dozen African nations. However, analysts indicate that this relief only addresses a minor portion of the total debt burden faced by these countries. During the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) summit held in the Chinese capital last week, Beijing announced the cancellation of intergovernmental interest-free loans owed by 33 African nations, … Continue reading China writes off interest-free loans to African nations, Is this action merely symbolic

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