The Economics of Geography

French minister rules out decoupling from China
01/08/2023 18:03

French minister rules out decoupling from China

France wants better access to the Chinese market and a more "balanced" trade relationship, not a "decoupling" from the world's second-biggest economy, Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said on Sunday after meeting top Chinese officials, Reuters reported.
China's economy grew by 5.5 per cent
01/08/2023 06:00

China's economy grew by 5.5 per cent

China's GDP grew by 5.5 percent year-on-year in the first half of the year to 59.3 trillion yuan ($8.3 trillion), posting a steady economic rebound, China Daily reported.
Uzbekistan on the New Silk Road
01/08/2023 06:00

Uzbekistan on the New Silk Road

In the last two decades, Central Asia's economic and geopolitical role for Europe has increased significantly. The five countries of the region owe this not only to their fortunate geographical location but also to their dynamic economic development.

China-Central Asia Summit: long game paying off
01/08/2023 06:00

China-Central Asia Summit: long game paying off

Presidents Xi Jinping of China, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan, Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov of Turkmenistan and Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan met in person for the first time on May 18-19. They attended the first China-Central Asia Summit in Xian, Shaanxi province, China.
Asian Development Bank maintains growth forecast for Asia and the Pacific
28/07/2023 15:00

Asian Development Bank maintains growth forecast for Asia and the Pacific

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is maintaining its growth outlook for developing economies in Asia and the Pacific at 4.8% this year, as robust domestic demand continues to support the region’s recovery.
Singapore: the country with the world's most powerful passport
28/07/2023 12:00

Singapore: the country with the world's most powerful passport

Singapore has replaced Japan as having the world’s most powerful passport, allowing visa-free entry to 192 global destinations, according to the latest Henley Passport Index.
China invests 36 billion dollars in Algeria
26/07/2023 07:00

China invests 36 billion dollars in Algeria

Algiers and Beijing signed 19 cooperation agreements last week during Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s visit to China where he met with President Xi Jinping, Asharq Al-Awsat reported. 
Turkish Airlines carries 39 million passengers in six months
25/07/2023 18:00

Turkish Airlines carries 39 million passengers in six months

Turkish Airlines carried a total of 38.7 million passengers in the first half of 2023, up from 30.9 percent a year earlier.
Elon Musk's Tesla announces investment and expansion into Malaysia
24/07/2023 18:24

Elon Musk's Tesla announces investment and expansion into Malaysia

The company will set up its head office and service centre in Cyberjaya, Selangor, which will serve as the central hub for all corporate operations, marketing, and training.
Armenia to launch direct flight between Yerevan and Istanbul
17/07/2023 12:00

Armenia to launch direct flight between Yerevan and Istanbul

Armenia International Airports has announced the launch of a direct flight connection between Yerevan and Istanbul.
OPEC aims to stabilise global oil market, Iraqi minister says
16/07/2023 06:00

OPEC aims to stabilise global oil market, Iraqi minister says

Iraqi Oil Minister Hayan Abdulghani said that OPEC and OPEC+ issued several decisions that target oil prices, stabilize the global oil market, and protect the interests of producers, consumers, and investors, Asharq al-Awsat reported.
Malaysia PM Anwar to meet Elon Musk to discuss investments
12/07/2023 19:00

Malaysia PM Anwar to meet Elon Musk to discuss investments

Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to meet Elon Musk this week to discuss the billionaire's investment in the Southeast Asian nation.
China-Pakistan economic corridor attracted 25.4 billion USD in 10 years
12/07/2023 07:00

China-Pakistan economic corridor attracted 25.4 billion USD in 10 years

Beijing revealed  that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) attracted 25.4 billion USD in direct investment in the 10 years since being launched in 2014.
Impressive surge in China–Europe freight train trips
10/07/2023 18:00

Impressive surge in China–Europe freight train trips

The Chang'an China-Europe freight train service operated 2,619 train trips from January to June, up 46.2 percent year on year.
Modi inaugurates major projects in Raipur
09/07/2023 06:00

Modi inaugurates major projects in Raipur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid foundation stone of eight projects in Chhattisgarh's Raipur on Friday, Hindustan Times reported.
EU alarmed by Chinese export curbs
08/07/2023 07:00

EU alarmed by Chinese export curbs

The European Commission's president avoided questions about China's recent decision to restrict exports of two crucial metals during her visit to a Belgian microchips hub on Friday.

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