Solomon Islands province turns down ‘bribe’ from Beijing
The decision conflicts with the Solomons central government’s position to cash in on China’s ambitions in the South Pacific.
Aussie PM in Solomon Islands to strengthen ties, with wary eye on China
Canberra is cosying up to Pacific island nations hoping to deflect them from Beijing's cash-laden temptations.
China condemns Australia’s ‘provocative’ cancellation of state Belt and Road deals
This is the first time Canberra has used new powers which allow the Commonwealth to veto any deals between state administrations and foreign governments.
Xi challenges US global leadership, vows green future without pledges
After cancelling the Boao Forum last year because of the coronavirus outbreak, China is signalling it’s open for business again.
Biden suggests plan to rival China’s trillion-dollar ‘Belt and Road’ project
China's multi-nation infrastructure plan involves linking over 100 countries that account for nearly half of the world's GDP.
Sri Lanka gets US$300 million Chinese factory but it’s no free lunch
Other countries are worried Sri Lanka is falling victim to a Chinese debt trap in order to fund white elephant projects.
