News & Insights Across Asia
Comprehensive coverage of economic and business news worldwide, with a strong focus on Asia’s emerging markets, trends, and opportunities.
President Xi Jinping calls for high-quality development and greater BRICS cooperation at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, outlining a five-point proposal to strengthen unity and global progress.
Standard Advisory (China) CEO André du Plessis highlights the crucial impact of China’s economic growth on global markets, emphasizing how a healthy corporate landscape boosts international investment confidence.
As BRICS prepares for its 16th summit in Russia, the potential expansion into BRICS+ signals a significant shift in global governance, promising new contributions to global financial architecture.
Shanghai’s 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) is set to break attendance records with 297 Fortune Global 500 companies and industry leaders joining from 152 countries, regions, and international organizations.
Journalists from Global South countries gathered in Beijing at the Global South Think Tanks Forum, sharing how BRICS membership offers new opportunities for local economic development ahead of the 2024 BRICS Summit.
Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters highlights the increasing global use of the RMB in trade settlements and calls for measures to simplify its use, reflecting the currency’s growing international influence.
China-ASEAN cooperation was highlighted at the Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum 2024 in Beijing, where delegates called for deeper economic and financial ties.
China’s real estate industry is thriving as new policies boost growth, especially in big cities like Chengdu. CGTN’s Zheng Songwu reports on the positive impact and renewed optimism in the property market.
Shanghai will host the 7th China International Import Expo from November 5 to 10, welcoming participants from 152 countries and aiming to boost global trade, with prior expos facilitating $420 billion in deals.
At Sibos 2024 in Beijing, Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters highlights a new era for global payments, emphasizing the rise of the renminbi and the evolving financial landscape.
According to the IMF’s latest World Economic Outlook, the global economy is projected to grow at 3.2% in 2024 and 2025, indicating sustained global economic expansion.
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At the Sibos 2024 Conference, Miro Kolesar, VP of the Bank of Nanjing, emphasized the vital role of China’s banking sector in promoting high-quality economic growth and restructuring.
China’s central bank has launched the first SFISF operation, executing a 50 billion yuan swap to bolster market stability, marking a significant step in supporting the healthy development of China’s capital market.
BRICS’s expanding influence appeals to Global South nations by offering tangible benefits, says South African expert Zukiswa Roboji, highlighting the bloc’s role in empowering emerging economies.
China’s foreign exchange market transactions surged 10.1% in the first three quarters, reaching $30.27 trillion, reflecting strong resilience and balanced cross-border capital flows.
With new members joining, BRICS now represents nearly half the world’s population, boosting its influence in the global economy.
Saudi Arabia aims to attract five million visitors from the Chinese mainland by 2030, enhancing travel convenience and cultural exchange to provide a premium travel experience.
FSDC Chairman Laurence Li discusses Hong Kong’s plans to enhance its global financial center status by fostering diversity and expanding services at the 2024 Financial Street Forum.
The world’s first ‘Boonie Bears’ themed shopping mall has opened in Shenzhen, marking a significant milestone in China’s growing debut economy and innovative retail experiences.
