Malaysia commits continuing search for missing plane
Kuala Lumpur – The Malaysian government and the Malaysia Airlines (MAS) on Sunday reiterated their commitment to continuing the search operation for the missing MH370 flight as 100 days had passed since its disappearance on March 8. Malaysian Prime Minister Najib … Continue reading Malaysia commits continuing search for missing plane
Beijing: “More respect and understanding for Taiwan”
Beijing – China’s top political advisor has told the sixth Straits Forum that the mainland will show more respect and understanding for Taiwan people’s way of thinking. “We understand the mentality Taiwan compatriots have developed under special historical conditions; we respect … Continue reading Beijing: “More respect and understanding for Taiwan”
PBOC announces measures to help exporters
Beijing – The People’s Bank of China has promised a broad range of policy measures aimed at supporting the country’s exporters, Reuters reported, citing a Wednesday announcement by the central bank. The currency and credit measures unveiled include cheaper loans … Continue reading PBOC announces measures to help exporters
China lending in May beats estimates
Beijing – China’s new credit lending in May beat estimates in a boost to the slowing economy, Bloomberg reported, citing official data released on Thursday. Local-currency loans hit RMB870.8 billion (US$140 billion) while M2, the broadest measure of money supply, … Continue reading China lending in May beats estimates
Logistics made in Germany: The Alliance visits China and Korea
Berlin – Partners in China and Korea are on this month’s meeting schedule for the “Logistics Alliance Germany” (LAG) based in Berlin. The delegation heading east comprising of representatives of the Federal Ministry of Transport, the PPP-project “Logistics Alliance Germany” and the German logistics … Continue reading Logistics made in Germany: The Alliance visits China and Korea
S. Korea grants 21 mln USD to Cambodia for 4 projects
Phnom Penh – South Korea on Monday signed up to provide a grant aid of 21 million U.S. dollars to Cambodia to support four projects for rural development, waterway improvement, health and the stock market. The aid agreement for 2014 … Continue reading S. Korea grants 21 mln USD to Cambodia for 4 projects
Taiwan 2014 semiconductor sales to grow 12 percent
Taipei – Taiwan’s semiconductor industry is forecast to grow 12 percent in 2014, well ahead of world expansion, according to a May 29 report by Market Intelligence and Consulting Institute. The global semiconductor industry will grow 5.3 percent year on … Continue reading Taiwan 2014 semiconductor sales to grow 12 percent
China, Malaysia celebrate 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Beijing – Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and visiting Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak attended a grand ceremony in Beijing Saturday marking the 40th anniversary of bilateral diplomatic ties. Addressing the occasion, Li said Malaysia was the first among ASEAN countries … Continue reading China, Malaysia celebrate 40th anniversary of diplomatic ties
“Anti-China riots in Vietnam destroy ties”
Phnom Penh – Anti-China riots in Vietnam earlier this month have badly damaged ties between the two neighbors and spooked foreign investors, Cambodian analysts said. “The riots have been the worst breakdown in China-Vietnam relations since a brief border clash … Continue reading “Anti-China riots in Vietnam destroy ties”
Chinese president Xi Jinping urges for stronger competitiveness
Shanghai – Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Shanghai to push forward reform, pursue scientific development and improve its competitiveness. Xi made the remarks during his inspection in Shanghai from Friday to Saturday after attending the Conference on Interaction and Confidence … Continue reading Chinese president Xi Jinping urges for stronger competitiveness