The Legacy of Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang A Reformer’s Sudden Departure Former Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, once seen as a reform-minded contender for the country’s top leadership role, died unexpectedly from a heart attack in Shanghai at the age of 68. As China‘s second-in-command, he served as the premier, overseeing the economy, from 2013 […]
Philippines‘ Marcos Jr. Calls for Probe into Boat Deaths in South China Sea Introduction Amid escalating tensions between China and the Philippines over territorial disputes in the South China Sea, Philippines‘ politician Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has called for a thorough investigation into the recent boat deaths that occurred in the region. The collision between […]
South China Sea: Why the Philippines and China are on a collision course Introduction The tension between the Philippines and China in the contested waters of the South China Sea has escalated in recent months, bringing the long-standing conflict into the spotlight. Filmed encounters between Philippine coastguards and Chinese maritime militia vessels, as well as […]
Currencies: China activates $6.5 billion swap line with Argentina Background Argentina‘s central bank has announced that China has activated a currency swap line worth $6.5 billion, which is freely accessible by Argentina. This move is part of a broader deal between the two countries aimed at supporting Argentina‘s embattled local peso and increasing its depleted […]
Opinion: Canadian pension funds should divest from China’s volatile economy An Introduction to the Issue At a recent Global Risk Summit in Toronto, historian Niall Ferguson raised concerns about superpower rivalries and the potential risks of totalitarianism. With China‘s economy becoming increasingly volatile, the question arises: is it wise for Canadian pension funds to invest […]
Arm’s IPO Raises Concerns about China Business Introduction British chip designer Arm is set to raise about $5 billion in an initial public offering (IPO), but its China business has become a serious point of concern. In its IPO prospectus, Arm warns investors of risks related to its exposure to China, especially in light of […]
Why is it cheaper to ship products from China than from Canada? The Dilemma of Shipping Costs Neil Pitman, residing in Sherbrooke, Quebec, was astounded by the price difference between shipping a replacement part for his pressure cooker from the United States versus China. The part would have cost him less than a dollar if […]
Tesla Unveils Refreshed Model 3 with Longer Driving Range in China On September 1, 2023, Tesla announced the release of a restyled, China-made Model 3 with a longer driving range and a higher price. This marks the first time that Tesla has introduced a vehicle in China before the United States, underscoring the company’s growing […]
China‘s Ailing Economy and its Potential Impact on the US August 21, 2023 The slowdown of China‘s economy has become a cause for concern not only within the country but also for American companies. With projections indicating that China is likely to miss its 5% growth target this year, the impact is already being felt […]
UFC 292: Zhang Weili vs. Amanda Lemos Weili’s Dominance in the Strawweight Division In the highly anticipated strawweight title fight at UFC 292, Zhang Weili will face off against Amanda Lemos in Boston. Weili, known as one of the most dominant women in MMA, is no stranger to high-stakes fights. After losing the strawweight title […]