Chinese companies halting Kenya’s infrastructure growth
In contrast to the faith placed in Chinese capabilities by various African countries, their development…
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Japan unveils record defence budget amid regional security fears
The cabinet’s nod for a 20-percent rise in military spending is a deviation from pacifist…
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Taliban Settle Oil Deal With Chinese Company
The Taliban’s new deal is actually a repeat of a previous contract signed by the…
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A new start after 60: ‘I was such a chicken – until I spent seven weeks travelling alone’
Nooraini Mydin’s 50th birthday passed without much of a marker, so she was determined to…
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Surge in China’s military operations reflects ‘new normal’ under Xi Jinping
A rush of Chinese military activity across the region this month has capped off a…
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Australia-China Relations: The Outlook for 2023
Despite the current détente, five major issues may place further strain on the Australia-China relationship…
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Afghanistan signs oil extraction deal with Chinese company
The contract is the first major foreign investment deal since the Taliban seized power in…