As of May 21, Beijing announced that it would be purchasing additional American imports in the coming years after both the United States and China decided to “halt” the trade war — a conflict US President Donald Trump claims was sparked primarily by the large American deficit in their trade relationship. – Adriana Ray
As of May 29, following criticism over the recent years that Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak’s administration had allowed Beijing too much influence in agreeing to China’s One Belt One Road Initiative (BRI) projects, Mahathir Mohamad of Pakatan Harapan, an opposition party, won the early May election in a huge upset. – Adriana Ray
As of May 21, Beijing announced that it would be purchasing additional American imports in the coming years after both the United States and China decided to “halt” the trade war — a conflict US President Donald Trump claims was sparked primarily by the large American deficit in their trade relationship. – Adriana Ray
In early May of this year, United States President Donald Trump’s announced that the U.S. would be withdrawing from the denuclearization deal with Iran and re-imposing sanctions, sending shock waves through the world. Amidst the ensuing confusion, China has made it clear they intend to increase trade with …. Read More Here. – Adriana Ray
In the wake of political progress between North and South Korean leaders, a little Chinese town just over the Yalu River from North Korea has seen an unprecedented real estate boom. In the border city of Dandong, China, home prices for rent doubled from 3,000 yuan (USD$471.50) to 5,500 yuan (USD$863) in the two days before the inter-Korea summit between North Korean leader Kim Jung-un and South Korean President Moon Jae-In……Read More Here. – Adriana Ray
As of May 10, multiple sources have reported that American car manufacturer Ford’s imports coming through Chinese customs have been held up with unusual delays from officials insisting upon additional technical checks. Back in 2006, Ford initiated a $5 billion USD plan to build dealerships and additional factory space in the country, hoping to…. Read More Here.
SUMMARY On Tuesday, April 17th, United States (US) merchant ships carrying $216 million worth of sorghum had to turn back to the US halfway en route to China after the country announced strict news tariffs on the grain. The new People’s Republic of China (PRC) trade law would require importers to pay a 178% tariff…
In a partnership expected to be announced early May, Chinese ride-hailing company Didi Chuxing and Volkswagen (VW), the world’s largest car manufacturer, will be become equity partners in a joint venture focused on ride-sharing. The two companies plan on perfecting a fleet of green vehicles, special models specifically for ride-sharing are…..Read More Here – Adriana Ray
Over Easter Weekend, (March 31-April 1) then CIA Director Mike Pompeo and other intelligence officials make a secret trip to North Korea as a representative for the Trump administration. The goal of the trip was to lay the groundwork for talks between Kim Jung-un,…..Read More Here – Adriana Ray
On Tuesday, April 19, Chinese leaders announced they will be loosening restrictions on foreign ownership of car manufacturers incrementally through to 2022. Current legislation does not permit foreign car manufacturers to own more than 50 percent of joint ventures with local companies…. Read More Here – Adriana Ray
FAO Global "Developing actionable solutions for complex operating environments, at home and abroad."
