China makes inroads in resource-rich Central Asia
Chinese President Xi Jinping said he is "deeply worried" about tensions in the Middle East, adding that Beijing is ready to work with all parties to play a constructive role in restoring peace. He made the comments at the China-Central Asia Summit in Kazakhstan. China has been making inroads into the resource-rich region, increasing bilateral trade and investment. Â China has overtaken Russia to become Central Asia's largest trading partner, with trade reaching close to US$95 billion last year. Olivia Siong reports.
Chinese President Xi Jinping said he is "deeply worried" about tensions in the Middle East, adding that Beijing is ready to work with all parties to play a constructive role in restoring peace. He made the comments at the China-Central Asia Summit in Kazakhstan. China has been making inroads into the resource-rich region, increasing bilateral trade and investment. Â China has overtaken Russia to become Central Asia's largest trading partner, with trade reaching close to US$95 billion last year. Olivia Siong reports.
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