Taiwan ‘silent giant,’ Italian envoy says

Italian Representative to Taiwan Davide Giglio has praised the nation as a “silent giant” of the global supply chain, saying he is looking forward to establishing closer cooperation with Taiwan’s ... ( read original story ...)

Laos eyes boost from Chinese-built railway

A new US$6 billion Chinese-built railway line opens in Laos this week, bringing hopes of an economic boost to the reclusive nation, but experts are questioning the benefits of a project that has seen ... ( read original story ...)