March 2017

The new power play in South Asia

The Star, 29 March, 2017
Sheikh Hasina’s good relations with India and her attempt to reach out to China should not be viewed with suspicion. More…

Saarc chamber focuses on R&D for joint ventures in CPEC

The News, 28 March, 2017
Saarc Chamber of Commerce and Industry Vice President Iftikhar Ali Malik visited Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and addressing the business community said that they focus on Research and Development (R&D) for seeking joint ventures and investment opportunities in CPEC project. More…

China’s Developing Silk Road Trade Relations with SAARC

Thailand Business News, 23 March, 2017
SAARC’s members, which essentially comprise the entire Indian sub-continent, include India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. More…

Way to get back on board

The Hindu, 23 March, 2017
An Indian rethink on the Belt & Road Initiative may require a Chinese compromise. More…

Strong opportunities available in ASEAN, South Asia; here’s how businesses can exploit and thrive, but it will require agility

FE, 07 March, 2017
For about three decades, much of ASEAN has experienced strong growth driven by exports, demographics and growing middle-class wealth. But as we enter a new year, only one thing is certain: forecasting is difficult. More…