Vietnam Addresses Trade Deficit with China
Trade has surged since an ASEAN-China trade agreement, but Vietnamese exports are lagging behind.
Asia Briefing
India, United States Want to Quadruple Trade: Biden
The vice president sees opportunities to expand trade, but recognizes that impediments remain.
China’s Trade Figures for June Appear “Grim”
Low demand for China’s products in the West and rising labor costs are home weigh down on exports.
China, Taiwan Ink Service Trade Agreement
Commerce between Taiwan and the mainland receives a major boost with expanded trade access.
China, India Vie for Myanmar’s Energy Resources
The rivalry between Asia’s two major powers in Burma is a competition for access to oil and gas.
India Poised to Be China’s New Engine for Growth
Having soured relations with neighboring Japan, China cannot afford to alienate Asia’s other major economy.
India-EU Free Trade “Early Harvest” Deal Looks Possible
Short of a full agreement, Europe and India may tentatively agree to expand trade.
China’s Investment in Europe Continues to Rise
Chinese investors see opportunities despite, or because of, Europe’s debt woes.
India, Vietnam Emerging as China Alternatives
Export-driven businesses are struggling to stay in China when competitors emerge.
Obama Addresses Pressing Issues at East Asia Summit
The American president’s Asia trip appears to have yielded little of significance.
New Leaders, Old Policy as Chinese Ruling Party Convenes
China’s outgoing leaders will continue to exert influence behind the scenes.
As China Rises, India Intensifies Ties with Maldives
The two South Asian nations pledge to increase cooperation in maritime security.
India Poised to Compete for Chinese Foreign Investment
Low labor costs and favorable demographics allow India to attract foreign direct investment.
A Sino-Indian Conflict of Himalayan Proportions?
Despite the militarization of the border, chances of an armed conflict between China and India remain slim.
Floods Leave Credibility Crisis for Chinese Government
If China’s government is unable to provide complete information for its citizens, it risks increased social upheaval.