Ports
Total 19 Posts
Biden Administration Announces Port Cybersecurity Actions
In an Executive Order issued yesterday, the Biden administration announced a series of actions to address concerns related to the security of U.S. ports, with an emphasis on the threat posed by Chinese crane operators.
Australian Government Review Upholds Chinese Port Lease
On Friday, the Australian Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet announced that, based on its review of the circumstances of the lease of the Port of Darwin, it would not vary or cancel a 99 year lease of the Port to Chinese company Landbridge Group.
Members of Congress Press Biden Administration on Chinese Cargo Cranes
Chinese cargo cranes in U.S. ports are the latest area of concern for American politicians worried about Chinese spying.
Egyptian Port Project Now Under Chinese Antitrust Review
The Chinese antitrust agency is now conducting an anti-monopoly review on an Egyptian joint venture in which Chinese shipping company COSCO has a share.
U.S. House of Representatives Passes Defense Bill, Including Various China Provisions
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the annual defense spending bill, which includes a number of provisions that address various China trade and economic issues. The Senate is expected to vote on the bill this week.
China and Pakistan Vow More Cooperation on Trade and Infrastructure
During a visit by Pakistan's prime minister to Beijing, Chinese leaders reaffirmed commitments to work with Pakistan on port and railway building, trade expansion, and financial stability.
Germany Finds Compromise on Port Purchase, Still Searching for Broader China Strategy
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz seems to be sending friendly signals toward Beijing ahead of his state visit early next month, with the latest effort being help in crafting a compromise on a Chinese company's purchase of a minority stake in a container port in Hamburg.
