Shahar Hameiri

Apr 13, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Yu Tao |Alicia Garcia-Herrero |Debby Chan |Shahar Hameiri

Contrary to its depiction as an external influence, Christianity is deeply woven into modern China’s historical, cultural and political tapestry. Its presence has been notable in various pivotal movements, from the Taiping and Boxer Rebellions in the 19th century to the Christian presidents Sun Yat-sen and Chiang Kai-shek during the Republic of China era.

Apr 12, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Alicia Garcia-Herrero |Debby Chan |Shahar Hameiri |Mutiara Indriani

The origins of BRICS — a bloc comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa and, as of 2024, new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates — can be traced back to a 2001 publication by Goldman Sachs economist Jim O’Neill titled ‘Building Better Global Economic BRICs’. O’Neill argued that Brazil, Russia, India and China were poised to play an increasingly significant role in the global economy.

Apr 11, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Chhay Lin Lim |Shahar Hameiri |Mutiara Indriani |Andree Surianta

The legendary soccer player Lionel Messi has fallen from grace in China after not playing in a friendly match between US team Inter Miami and Hong Kong on 4 February 2024. Inter Miami manager Gerardo Martino claimed that Messi’s absence was due to a hamstring injury. But Messi neither explained his no-show nor interacted with fans in Hong Kong. The Hong Kong government and politicians immediately weighed in and demanded answers from the event organiser, Tatler Asia.

Apr 11, 2024 | eastasiaforum.org | Chhay Lin Lim |Ayaka Hiraki |Yasuo Takao |Shahar Hameiri

The relationship between Male and New Delhi has experienced a downturn since Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu won the 2023 election. In January 2024, the Maldives and China signed a series of bilateral agreements on infrastructure, energy, maritime and agriculture cooperation during Muizzu’s visit to Beijing. The relationship was further deepened in March 2024 as the Maldives and China entered into two defence agreements, with China committing to providing military assistance.

Apr 8, 2024 | caribbeannewsglobal.com | Shahar Hameiri

By Shahar HameiriThe fiscal after-effects of the pandemic have combined with global interest rate rises to create a new developing-world debt crisis – one where China’s role as creditor has come under intense scrutiny.