Tanzania Asks China for Debt Write-Off, Approves Rail Deal

President John Magufuli asked for the cancellation of old debts totaling $167.7 million

Weekend Long Read: Why China’s North-South Economic Gap Keeps Getting Bigger

The growing divergence between the two regions illustrates why a market-driven economy is preferable to a planned one

Turkey, Iran, Pakistan Rail Link to Enhance China’s Belt and Road

The immense route stretches 6,540 kilometers — more than a sixth of the world’s circumference

Weekend Long Read: After Taking Off for the Last 30 Years, China’s Flying Economy Is in Need of a Stabilizer

China is about to face the most serious and complex challenges to running its economy

CX Daily: How Ethylene Glycol Led to the Yongcheng Coal Default

Analysts with overseas investment banks are optimistic about China's economy in 2021. Hong Kong's regulator issues the first crypto exchange license

Brazil Joins Asia Infrastructure Investment Bank as Founding Member

Participation means bank can support projects in Brazil while Brazil will play a role in governance of the China-led institution

Opinion: Biden Administration Could Offer Opening for a China Century in Middle East

The Middle East and North Africa are likely to have less support from Biden than they did from Trump, while China has the opportunity to offer stability and investment

In 165 countries, China's Beidou eclipses American GPS

Japan to Help India With 5G to Counter China’s Growing Influence

The two governments will support the introduction of 5G wireless networks, submarine fiber-optic cables and other technologies

China Needs Drastic Action on Coal to Meet Carbon Neutrality Pledge

Country has to stop building coal power stations, slash fuel’s proportion of energy mix, experts say

What’s Stopping More Foreigners From Using the Yuan? In Part, It’s China, Experts Say

Progress in promoting the currency has been hindered by Chinese regulations as well as tensions with the U.S.

Malaysia Terminates $10.5 Billion Infrastructure Project Involving Chinese Investors

The Melaka Gateway was seen as a major part of China’s Belt and Road Initiative in Malaysia

Caixin Summit: Former Central Bank Chief Denies China Engages in ‘Debt-Trap’ Diplomacy

Zhou Xiaochuan reiterates China’s commitment to multilateralism while other countries ‘pass the buck’ on international support

African Nations Stare at Defaults as Debt to China Swells

Zambia accused of putting Beijing first in deferment talks with creditors

Thailand and China Sign Delayed Deal on Belt and Road Rail Line

$1.6 billion contract adds another piece to Beijing’s vision for Asian network