The Beijing Hour Chinese, U.S. leaders to meet in South Korea ahead of APEC meeting
Oct 29, 2025
Leaders Xi Jinping and Donald Trump are set to discuss critical bilateral ties in Busan. Meanwhile, China's Securities Regulatory Commission is working on new measures to attract foreign investors. Hurricane Melissa wreaks havoc in Jamaica and Cuba, prompting urgent humanitarian responses. Additionally, a deep dive into China's aging society highlights the pressing challenges and opportunities within elderly care services. Lastly, preparations for the APEC meeting emphasize trade cooperation amidst rising protectionism.
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Leaders Aim To Reset Bilateral Guidance
- Xi Jinping and Donald Trump will meet in Busan to discuss bilateral ties and common concerns ahead of APEC.
- China framed the talks as strategic guidance to chart a new path for steady China-U.S. relations.
Green Finance Moves From Niche To Mainstream
- China is expanding green finance rapidly with loans and programs for low-carbon projects.
- Green credit exceeded 40 trillion yuan and ESG is shifting from voluntary to mandatory standards.
Weihai Powers Fast Cross-Border E‑Commerce
- Chinese e-commerce and logistics from Weihai deliver parcels to South Korea in as little as three days.
- Warehouses scale massively for shopping festivals, processing up to 150,000 orders daily at peak.