2018 September 23 - Weekly Top News
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China has moved to ease concerns about the strategic intent behind its vast infrastructure push by agreeing to invite third-country investors to be part of its US$60 billion economic corridor project with Pakistan. - Read more
EU steps up its strategy for connecting Europe and Asia after adopting a Joint Communication that sets out the EU's vision for a new and comprehensive strategy to better connect Europe and Asia.- Read more
China and Pakistan have decided to extend the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor towards Afghanistan. - Read more
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro returned to Caracas Monday after signing 28 bilateral agreements with China, including a new US $5 billion Chinese loan and joint plans for a fourth satellite, in addition to strengthening political ties. - Read more
Li Keqiang gave a keynote speech at the Summer Davos in Tianjin. In response to rising concerns with Chinese projects overseas, Li said that Chinese BRI projects need to pay special attention to cultural sensitivities on the ground. - Read more