On March 21, 2020, a freight train carrying medical supplies departed from Yiwu, Zhejiang to Spain. It is the first medical train along the new Silk Road.
Masks from Yiwu to Madrid
China and the European Union’s Africa strategy
The EU Africa strategy may be an opportunity for trilateral cooperation with China as argued by China Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Geng Shuang.
European investors are welcome in the CPEC
China and Pakistan are inviting foreign and European companies to invest in CPEC Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and develop activities in many sectors.
Global fight against coronavirus, more BRI, not less
The Belt and Road Initiative is a solution to future epidemics as it boosts cooperation between China and partners in the health sector.
Xi Jinping’s state visit to Myanmar: strengthening the BRI
Following Xi Jinping’s visit to Myanmar, the China Myanmar Economic Corridor is getting more attention from Chinese and foreign investors.
Russia and China working on the BRI in Syria
Syria may soon benefit from both Russian and Chinese investment for its reconstruction, and it will start in the port of Tartus.
Koper and the “Belt and Road” initiative
Koper, Slovenia’s main port is to become a major hub fo the Belt and Road Initiative in North Adriatic sea thanks to good connections to Central Europe.
Turkmenistan’s strategic corridors
Turkmenistan is home to many connectivity projects for both energy and transport. The BRI will accelerate the realisation of those corridors.
Huawei launches 5G in Russia: What are the benefits of next-generation networks?
Huawei is to develop 5g network in Russia. This technology could transform industries in Russia as it is already changing cities and companies in China.
Wuhan Promotion Conference in France
On November 15, 2019, was held in Paris the first conference to promote economic and commercial cooperation between Wuhan and France.