China’s June export surge points to higher growth
China’s June exports rose 8.6% year-on-year in US dollar terms and 10.7% in RMB, exceeding analysts’ expectations and pointing to higher-than-expected GDP growth for the second quarter.
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China and the Philippines hold crucial talks after chaotic confrontation in disputed South China Sea
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — China and the Philippines held a crucial meeting Tuesday to try to ease escalating tensions following their worst confrontation in the disputed South China Sea that sparked fears of a wider conflict that could involve Manila’s ally the United States.
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US renews call on China to stop aggressive actions in disputed sea, where hostilities have flared
MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The United States on Friday renewed its call on China to stop its aggressive actions in the South China Sea, saying a broader web of security alliances has emerged to preserve the rule of law in the disputed waters.
Fujifilm takes AI-based health screenings to Vietnam
HANOI -- Fujifilm Holdings is bringing its medical screening service to Southeast Asia, first entering Vietnam to offer what its president calls "reasonably" priced preventive care in fast-graying emerging economies.
Vietnam opens cloud, data center market to foreign companies
HO CHI MINH CITY -- Vietnam has decided that foreign investors can now own data centers in the country, after controversial storage rules opposed by Big Tech set off an explosion in demand that the domestic market has been unable to fill.
Vietnam, once isolated, is scoring key diplomatic victories with agility
Putin’s visit was meant to send a clear message to the West about his intention to offset attempts to isolate Russia. Arguably, the visit did not yield any significant agreements for Hanoi, focusing more on the economy and other aspects of cooperation than on security issues. However, the timing and associated symbolism of the visit, including Putin receiving a 21-gun salute, makes it clear that Russia remains a priority in Vietnam’s foreign policy calculations.
Deregulation to heat up Vietnam's solar sector, other renewables
HO CHI MINH CITY -- A new rule is set to unleash a surge in solar and wind energy in Vietnam, where companies from Apple to H&M are increasingly looking to switch their supply chains to renewable power.