Automobiles
Vietnam's VinFast enters Africa EV market via Ghana distributor
Nasdaq-listed carmaker adds fourth continent and eyes dozens of other countries
Africa
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Interview
As China debt looms, Kenya president seeks more diverse funding
Ruto inks deal with Japan on samurai bond amid diplomatic blitz
Commodities
Cocoa market in 'panic' as prices hit record for 9th straight day
Fears grow of long-term shortages for chocolate sellers
The Nikkei View
World's 'forgotten conflicts' must not be left to grow unchecked
Prolonged crises can lead to international terrorism and humanitarian issues
International relations
China deepens ties with Global South to counter U.S.-led order
Wang Yi's 6-nation tour garners support for One China principle, Belt and Road
Finance
World Bank eyes Central Asia to expand renewable energy project
Ajay Banga believes Donald Trump realizes need for development finance
Electronics
Daikin bets on Africa with new production sites in Nigeria and Algeria
Eyeing potential growth, company changes strategy to compete with LG and Gree
Middle East crisis
Xi calls for Gaza cease-fire, release of civilians, at BRICS summit
China's leader seeks 'authoritative' peace conference to solve Palestinian question
Technology
China's Transsion, world's No. 5 smartphone maker, keeps ascending
Leading brand in Africa, Pakistan and Bangladesh thrives on local needs
Opinion
India is driving change by working together with Africa
Modi has taken lead in championing trade and investment links with the continent
Sports
South Africa beat New Zealand to claim record fourth Rugby World Cup title
Siya Kolis became only the second captain after All Black McCaw to lift the trophy twice
Belt and Road
China's Belt and Road came at 'right time' for Africa, says AU official
African Union trade and industry chief Muchanga pushes back on debt-trap charges
Interview
Climate action crucial to reducing poverty, World Bank official says
China's status could be discussed in next capital increase, van Trotsenburg says
International relations
Japan takes regional approach to diplomacy with ASEAN, Central Asia
Tokyo draws inspiration from 30-year-old TICAD framework for Africa
Belt and Road
U.S., EU to support African railway development to counter China
West eyes mineral-rich corridor in Angola, DRC, Zambia as Belt and Road slows
Business trends
ASEAN courts Africa amid China slowdown: business council chief
Companies examine investment opportunities in 'nontraditional' markets
Construction
Komatsu, Hitachi Construction boost financing for African, U.S. buyers
Mining, infrastructure and housing demand expected to grow
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G20 Summit
Modi welcomes African Union into G20 as part of Global South push
Consensus on African grouping's inclusion praised as 'very positive news'
G20 Summit
India opens G20 seeking Global South wins despite Ukraine impasse
Modi aims to secure spot for African Union in divided group
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Opinion
India has more to offer Africa than just trade
Sharing of public technology platform know-how could have major impact
Commodities
China bankrolls Africa railroad to cut Australia iron-ore reliance
Costly infrastructure in Guinea will unlock world's largest untapped source
Politics
Niger tensions threaten Chinese projects, as dam building stops
Beijing tells citizens to leave, stoking fears PetroChina pipeline works may stall
Comment
Will anti-Westernism sweep Global South?
Resentment against former colonial powers still festers in some emerging nations