China Has Embedded Global Lending Institutions in Its Belt and Road Initiative
China's Belt and Road Initiative ensnares lending institutions not just in Asia, but around the world.
China's Belt and Road Runs Wild From London to Kampala
Two major projects in the UK and Uganda have locals worried they will lose control over their cities.
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Board of Science and Technology Promote Innovation Sandbox Together to Demonstrate Government Support for Innovation and Entrepreneurship; MOEA Hosts “2018 Innovat
Directed by the Office of Science & Technology, Executive Yuan and hosted by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the 2018 Innovation Sandbox Exchange Forum was hosted at NEO Studio, Taipei on October 3rd. Audrey Tang, Minister without Portfolio of the Executive Yuan, Zse-hong Tsai, Executive Secretary of the Office of Science & Technology, and Wellington L. Koo, Chairman of the Financial Supervisory Commission were all invited to attend. The Forum hopes to make innovation sandbox an important mechanism amid a comprehensive innovation entrepreneurship environment, as well as a driving force for innovation development in Taiwan.
PHILIPPINES: Anti-China Platforms Take Center Stage in Midterm Campaigns
The midterm polls will be a 'referendum' on Duterte – including his perceived friendliness towards China.
PHOTO STORY: China Slices Through Laos With New High-Speed Railway
Photojournalist Surya Chuen follows the path of Chinese development through rural northern Laos.
Taiwan's Government Encourages Innovation through Creative Events, Regulatory Sandbox.
Taiwan’s government encourages enterprises to think out of the box and break through the restrictions on innovation. At the same time, the Small and Medium Enterprise Administration promoted their innovative regulatory sandbox through creative ways at the natural gourmet banquet.
ANALYSIS: Will China Help or Hinder the Rise of Africa?
China's plans to boost its investment in Africa have been obstructed by concerns of a 'new colonialism.'
ANALYSIS: Inside Belt and Road 'Debt Trap' Projects in the Philippines
Public scrutiny may be the best defense against potentially harmful Chinese projects.
Carrefour Brings Back the Good Old Days
Changing an industry is a step-by-step process. First we identify our customers’ problems and then improve on them. We keep improving our service because we really care about our customers’ needs. What we want is to bring back that ‘good old day’ feeling when you shop with your family in our stores.
What's Behind China's Belt and Road 'Smart Power' Push in Southeast Asia?
The presence and mobility of the Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asian countries plays a large role in China's BRI success.
China's Belt and Road Is Still Far From Being 'Green and Healthy'
The Belt and Road Initiative has a long way to go to make environmental along with economic progress.
Think You Know Chiayi? Check Out These Fun Facts!
How much do you know about Chiayi? Let's get to know Chiayi with the city's historical and geographic background along with some fun facts!
China Cuts US$2.7b Fishing Deal With Madagascar, Angering Locals
A fishing rights deal with China has infuriated the people of Madagascar. The sitting president, running for re-election in a vote held on Wednesday (Nov. 7), is right in the thick of it.
For China, the Belt and Road May Serve Critical Domestic Needs
The world is focusing on impacts for Belt and Road contact countries, but what's in it for China?
Tired of all the Secret Spots in Taiwan? Come Broaden Your Horizons!
Since the trial operation of the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum began, the daily free admission of 1,000 visitors has increased to 1,750 visitors. The number was even bumped up to 5,000 visitors during spring break...
Did Brazil Just Elect an Anti-China President in Jair Bolsonaro?
The far-right Bolsonaro, who visited Taiwan in February 2018, has criticized Chinese investment in Brazil.
This Remote Afghan Mountain Range Is Key to China's Belt and Road Ambitions
China is finally following through on its long-held plans for Afghanistan's Wakhan Corridor.
A Look into the Changhua Undiscovered
Did you know that Changhua is actually one of the first cities to have been developed in Taiwan?
Guess Who's Back: Xi Sheds Low Profile to Navigate the Trade War
Xi Jinping laid low throughout the summer, leading to rabid speculation from China watchers. He's back now, but is he here to stay?
ANALYSIS: Malaysia's Dynamic Balancing Spells Trouble for China
Malaysia is pioneering a new blueprint for how Southeast Asian countries can deal with China.
Travel Taichung Differently! 10 Creative Attractions Linking Space and Humanity
Located in central Taiwan, Taichung is the perfect city for a mini-trip due to its convenient location and pleasant weather.
Modernizing Malaysia: Port City Sees Pitfalls of Chinese Investment
Malaysia's Kuantan Port worries about lasting environmental impacts after a Chinese infrastructure project was canceled.
Modernizing Malaysia: Protests Force Chinese Builder into Eco-Friendliness
Is the China-backed Forest City a glimpse into the future, or a looming ecological crisis? Malaysians are sharply divided.
Tired of the Same Old Tourist Attractions? Take a Trip to Hsinchu and Experience the Authentic Hakka Life
Here are some fun facts about the Hsinchu Hakka culture for you to learn as you travel through the city!
Taiwan News: MoFA Monitors eSwatini Ties as China Dangles Investments
Your daily bulletin of Taiwan news, courtesy of ICRT.
Academic Assault on Xi's Policies Hints at Scaled Back Belt and Road
Xi Jinping's Belt and Road has been subjected to a flurry of academic criticism, a sign of brewing discontent over what is seen as excessive spending on 'foreign aid'.