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Is China’s finance bankrolling development – or debt?
October 1, 2018China has become a major development financier to emerging markets via projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative. But some borrowers see unequal benefits in the deals, while the US is concerned by China’s growing influence. Adrienne Klasa reports.
What is behind the US's reversal on development finance?
September 3, 2018In a change of policy, the US administration is modernising its overseas development and foreign aid body.
Fintech fights the good fight in the developing world
August 1, 2018Adrienne Klasa looks at how the innovative approach of fintech start-ups is bringing a greater range of services to the financially excluded across the globe.
Dubai eyes Islamic bond
December 23, 2010The Dubai government may raise up to $1.5bn in new capital through a multi-currency Islamic bond issue in Malaysia to finance its spending needs.
VTB plans landmark renminbi bond issue
December 23, 2010VTB's renminbi bond will strengthen links between Russia and China VTB's renminbi bond will strengthen links between Russia and China
Panama plans samurai bond
December 8, 2010Panama's Ministry of Economy and Finance has announced plans to issue its first samurai bond, for up to $500m.