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Trump Ally Advocates for Tariffs on Goods Shipped Through Chinese-Owned Peru Port

1 month ago

In a significant development in international trade policy, an ally of former President Donald Trump has called for the imposition of tariffs on goods transported via a port in Peru that is operated by Chinese interests. This proposal represents a growing concern among U.S. lawmakers regarding the influence of Chinese operations in Latin America and their potential implications for American businesses and national security.

China's Ambitious $1.3 Billion Bet on Peru's Port Confronts Major Hurdles

1 month ago

In a striking move that underscores China's growing influence in South America, the Asian powerhouse has committed a staggering $1.3 billion to develop a new deep-water port in Peru. However, this ambitious investment is now facing a multitude of challenges that stem from the diverse landscapes and complex geopolitical dynamics of the region, spanning from the Andes mountains to the Amazon rainforest.

Chinese Banks Elevate Cross-Border Lending to Capitalize on High Returns

2 months ago

In a strategic pivot within the banking sector, Chinese financial institutions are significantly increasing their cross-border lending activities. This move, driven by the dual objectives of enhancing profitability and responding to the challenges posed by domestic economic conditions, highlights the evolving landscape of international finance amid global uncertainties.

Chinese Investment Provides Eastern Europe with Strategic Alternatives Amid Brussels' Oversight

2 months ago

As Western Europe faces its own set of economic challenges, several countries in Eastern Europe are embracing a significant influx of Chinese investment, which is increasingly seen as a means to counterbalance the dominant influence exerted by Brussels. This development reflects a shifting geopolitical landscape where financial alliances and investments become critical to national and regional stability.

China's Coast Guard Joined by Russians on First Patrol in Arctic Waters

3 months ago

Marking a key geopolitical development, China and Russia have initiated their very first joint patrol operations in the Arctic region. The effort invested signifies the growing relations between two of the world's majors, at least on issues related to a region as strategically important as the Arctic-with immense economic and military significance.