Connectivity

Australia, U.S., India and Japan in talks to establish Belt and Road alternative -report

The unnamed official was quoted as saying the plan involving the four regional partners was still “nascent” and “won’t be ripe enough to be announced’ during Australian Prime Minister Turnbull’s visit to the United States later this week.
Feb 19

Amping up its position on China the US blocks Chinese steel through Vietnam

China’s excess production capacity of both metals has emerged as a major trade irritant for the United States and Europe, prompting them to consider new steps to protect domestic industries and jobs from a flood of Chinese imports.
Jan 10

High-level Pakistan-China-Afghan talks underway in Beijing

The dialogue is part of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s initiative for strengthening of relations and developing cooperation between the three countries.
Dec 26

As energy markets evolve, blockchain powers up

“What the internet did for communications, blockchain will do for trusted transactions, and the energy and utility industry is no exception,” said Stephen Callahan
Dec 22

Bangladesh, Bhutan, India – hydropower treaty soon

Power Division sources said Bhutan has the capacity to produce 25,000 MW hydroelectricity and this can be imported to Bangladesh.
Dec 19

2017 in review: The China contestation

Hardnews looks back at its year-long in depth reporting on China. […]
Dec 14

Iran offers control of Chabahar to India ahead of schedule

The offer comes a few weeks after India sent its […]
Nov 29