Xi Jinping

(Nov 16): China’s bid to assert its economic leadership is gaining traction in its push for an Asia-wide trade pact in the wake of Donald Trump’s election victory, which dashed hopes for a US-led deal that would have taken in about 40% of the global

MANILA / HONG KONG (Oct 17): Before he was elected president, Philippine leader Rodrigo Duterte promised to use a jet ski to reclaim a disputed reef seized by China. Since taking office in June, he has extended the hand of friendship.

HONG KONG (Sept 9): China’s desire to improve the efficiency of its state-owned enterprises (SOEs) is real, just don’t expect the reform process to follow a Western model.

BEIJING (May 6): Hip-hop dancers, military marchers and daredevils in winged suits are bringing China’s Internet titans into the world of virtual reality.