Frank Chen
Correspondent, Political Economy
A graduate from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Frank was previously with Asia Financial, Asia Times and Hong Kong Economic Journal.
A graduate from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Frank was previously with Asia Financial, Asia Times and Hong Kong Economic Journal.
Areas of Expertise:
Chinese politics and economy, Hong Kong politics
Languages Spoken:
Cantonese, English, Mandarin
About 85 per cent of the private sector is family-run, and family matters may become an economic issue as children decline to inherit operations.
Completing a vital transport corridor, the high-speed route aims to accelerate economic integration between southern business hubs and northern megacities.
Chinese shipyard Waigaoqiao signs MOU with Nordic cruise operator, marking another advance for the rising shipbuilding powerhouse, analysts say.
A new phase of the state-backed fund is set to target early-stage hard-tech firms that are IPO-ready.
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Delivery of first command vessel looks to signal imminent opening of megaproject connecting inland factories directly to Southeast Asian markets such as Vietnam.
The nation’s ports claimed six of the top 10 busiest worldwide, according to a prominent data provider.
Home to one of the nation’s legendary baijiu makers, Yibin is racing to reinvent itself as a hi-tech manufacturing hub – though stark challenges remain.
AI-powered quadrupeds, designed for extreme conditions and hazardous sites, are undergoing tests in China as Micbot awaits Aramco’s mass-procurement decision.
Tech hub to curb industrial output, conduct drills and use AI to pinpoint pollution sources, creating ‘crisp air’ as world leaders roll in.
The vast ‘border-coast loop’ is designed to boost development and national unity, but will have to navigate geopolitical and ecological barriers.
The localisation strategy remains a long-term challenge and is not expected to derail the aircraft’s bid for EU safety approval, industry insider says.
Parts shortage and supply chain production remain a problem and may be about more than just aero engines, industrial veteran says.
Beijing’s largest rolling stock manufacturer is eyeing a local Kai Tak project – and its autonomous rail transit vehicle – as a launch pad for global expansion.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China, following some operational changes, has increased its aircraft checks as an additional safety measure.
Flagship narrowbody airliner makes international debut, regional jet wins record order, push to fast-track widebody and domestic jet engine projects.
Hong Kong’s maritime expertise, from finance to legal services, could help turn region’s potential into reality: yachting consultancy CEO.
The incident, which at one point saw only 20 metres separating the planes, offers lessons for Chinese regulators and operators, analysts say.
Mao Zhenhua says impact on China has been “small”, but it could focus policymakers’ minds on domestic economic woes.
As a rapid shift towards cutting-edge tech threatens to leave ordinary citizens behind, a leading journal acknowledges the stark divide and calls to protect livelihoods.
Move designed to boost supply and quality of home services as Beijing seeks to create more jobs in a rapidly ageing society.
Beijing aims to expand nation’s world-leading network coverage, raising questions over need for more infrastructure projects as authorities flag ‘weak links’.
The rare sight of an Emirates Airbus at Hangzhou became chaotic as 373 passengers were left stranded on board amid a logistical nightmare.
In China there is a nationwide scramble for data centres, with some major cities losing out to towns and counties for new investments.
New 350km/h route aims to reduce congestion while bridging city centres and aviation hubs, with an intended cross-border extension.
World’s busiest container hub is taking strides to challenge global rivals across the shipping ecosystem as Shanghai eyes high-value services.
The submarine cable project ties city with a high-speed data and information corridor running through Southeast Asia.
Heilongjiang province is studying feasibility of connecting Heihe city with Blagoveshchensk in Russia by train, aiming to remove road and waterway bottlenecks.
European pilots are now wrapping up their long flight testing process for the C919, but it is still unclear when the jet might be certified, sources say.
Industry data shows China’s shipyards secured 82 per cent of tanker orders placed this year, as measured by carrying capacity.
