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Ralph Jennings
Correspondent, Political Economy
Ralph Jennings joined the Political Economy desk as a Senior Reporter in August 2022 having worked as a freelancer since 2011. Ralph previously covered news for Thomson Reuters in Taipei and for local newspapers in California. He graduated from University of California, Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.
Ralph Jennings joined the Political Economy desk as a Senior Reporter in August 2022 having worked as a freelancer since 2011. Ralph previously covered news for Thomson Reuters in Taipei and for local newspapers in California. He graduated from University of California, Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in mass communication.
Languages Spoken:
English, Mandarin
Beijing tightened jet fuel exports after the war broke out, forcing Canberra to seek alternative suppliers.
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Amid what China sees as US’ polarising unilateral measures, a push for ‘global governance’ gives rise to a network of multi-country agencies.
The company believes China could become the world’s top tourism destination, according to reports.
Washington’s latest moves target semiconductor access and small Chinese oil refineries, though analysts expect Beijing to remain resilient.
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Chinese construction firms keen to cement trade ties with Jakarta through multimillion dollar projects to build a brand new centre of power.
Analysts say orbital monitoring of sites, property and other assets provides vital data on borrowers.
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Global institutions forecast slower growth in Asia-Pacific this year, as the Iran war and tariff risks combine to disrupt global trade.
As focus switches to renewable energy, pumped-storage hydropower project in Koh Kong province expected to be completed by 2029.
Deal follows talks between Chinese and Vietnamese presidents in Beijing this week.
The latest projection is 0.1 percentage lower than January’s estimate but higher than October’s.
Airlines are cutting flights, as dependence on Middle Eastern fuel hits operators from Pakistan to New Zealand.
Analysts and industry insiders say higher costs are squeezing margins, with some of China’s wary industrial heartland compelled to make day-to-day purchases.
Goldman Sachs’ chief Asia-Pacific economist says worst is over in terms of property slump’s impact on China’s economic growth.
Aussie comedian exposes the truth about nation’s feelings towards US president, democracy and public safety.
Andrew Tilton, Goldman’s chief Asia-Pacific economist, on Iran conflict’s impacts, why exports continue to drive China’s growth and an end to its housing slump.
