Chinese Foreign Investment
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Panamanian Government Pushes Forward on Hutchison Port Contract Review
The Panamanian Attorney General has weighed in on the constitutionality of his government's port contract with Hong Kong-based Hutchison Port Holdings, telling the Supreme Court it is "unconstitutional," and asking the Court "to confirm the unconstitutionality of the contract as a step toward terminating
China Criticizes New U.S. Investment Policies
Last week, the Trump administration released a memorandum that could further tighten scrutiny of U.S. investments in China and Chinese investments in the U.S. This move has drawn criticism from the Chinese government and business community, accusing Washington of politicizing economic issues and undermining global trade and investment
Trump Administration Targets China with New Foreign Investment Policy
On Friday, President Trump issued a memorandum that outlines a new policy on foreign investment, with investment from China featuring prominently. The policy seeks to encourage investment from allies and partners, and indicates that it will scrutinize carefully investments from China and other "foreign adversaries." But the policy
Panama’s Balancing Act: Navigating Between Chinese and U.S. Influence
Earlier this month, Panama's President Jose Raul Mulino announced his nation's decision to withdraw from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The decision comes amidst mounting U.S. concerns over China's growing influence in Panama, particularly around the Panama Canal, a critical
UK Forces Chinese Company to Sell Holdings in Scottish Semiconductor Firm
Last month, the British government issued a "notice of final order" that China-registered Future Technology Devices International Holding Ltd must sell 80.2 percent of Scottish fabless semiconductor firm FTDI, due to national security risks.
Malaysia and Indonesia Renew Commitments to BRI
Over the past week, leaders of Malaysia and Indonesia renewed their commitment to the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and extended welcomes to Chinese investment. This came amid growing scrutiny from the United States and the European Union regarding Chinese investments in South Asia, particularly those linked to the BRI.
U.S. Trade Rep. Comments on Chinese Investment in Mexico, Brazil Joining BRI
In an interview yesterday, U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai addressed questions related to China building factories in Mexico for exporting to the United States, as well as the possibility of Brazil joining the BRI.