The Philippines has launched an investigation into allegations that a Chinese dredging vessel operated in its waters while cycling through dozens of different identities, raising fresh concerns about maritime transparency and security in the contested South China Sea. The inquiry follows claims by
Beijing has sharply criticised the United States after President Donald Trump’s recent actions in Venezuela, accusing Washington of blatant interference in another sovereign nation’s affairs and violating international law. China’s response underscores rising tensions over geopolitics, energy and influence as global powers scrutinise
Remarks by Donald Trump suggesting that Greenland is a matter of American national security have reignited debate across Europe and beyond, stirring concern among US allies and prompting fresh discussion about whether shared unease could draw Europe and China closer together on strategic
The White House has declined to fully deny reports that senior officials in Washington have pressed the interim Venezuelan government to reduce its political and economic ties with rivals such as China, Russia, Iran and Cuba in exchange for deeper cooperation on oil
China’s ruling Communist Party is rapidly intensifying its ability to monitor and shape the behavior of its population as new research shows artificial intelligence is being deeply woven into nationwide systems of surveillance and censorship. A new report from the Australian Strategic Policy
A reshaped investment banking hierarchy in Asia The balance of power in Asia Pacific investment banking is shifting, with Chinese firms now firmly at the top of the regional rankings. Citic Securities emerged as the leading investment bank in the region after generating
A strategic push to strengthen capital markets Hong Kong’s bond market is poised for a significant expansion in 2026 as authorities and market participants move to capitalise on rising global demand for diversified, non US dollar assets. Industry players expect issuance across multiple
Beijing talks underline shared commitment to openness China and South Korea used high level talks in Beijing to reaffirm their support for free trade and multilateral cooperation, signalling a shared desire to stabilise economic relations amid growing global uncertainty. During a meeting on
A turning point for Hong Kong’s housing market Morgan Stanley has upgraded its view on Hong Kong’s property sector to attractive, signalling growing confidence that the city’s long housing downturn has given way to a sustained recovery. According to the investment bank, home
A moment that reshapes responsibility The dramatic US led capture of Nicolás Maduro has pushed Washington into a role far larger than many policymakers may have anticipated. The immediate focus has been on Venezuela’s vast oil reserves and what political change might mean
