China bought most of Greece’s main port and now it wants to make it the biggest in Europe
China is looking to transform Greece’s Piraeus port into the biggest harbour in Europe — making it the most crucial transit hub for trade between Asia and Europe.
UK’s Labour vows to nationalize some of BT in free broadband plan
Britain’s opposition Labour Party said it would nationalize parts of telecoms provider BT’s network if it won power in the December 12 election to provide free full-fibre broadband for all.
Airbus is eyeing the secondhand market as it continues to promote the A380
Airbus will stop building its A380 superjumbo in 2021 but it sees benefits to a secondhand market.
Pentagon’s Mark Esper says it’s crucial South Korea pay more for US troops
South Korea “is a wealthy country and could and should pay more” for the deployment of U.S. military in the South, Esper told a briefing in Seoul after meeting Jeong.
Hotel points can put you on a Manchester United charter plane — with VIP tickets to a match
Forget free rooms. From Super Bowl suites and Disney movie premieres to traveling on a charter flight with Man United, hotels are offering big-ticket experiences to their most loyal guests.
Hong Kong and China condemn attack on justice secretary as protests paralyze city
The incident came amid escalating violence in Chinese-ruled Hong Kong, where a student protester died earlier this month after falling from a parking lot during demonstrations.
Blockchain could tell you everything about your groceries. Here’s what it may cost
Suppliers could charge a premium for verified quality and freshness, but those costs may not be passed on to consumers or could ultimately lower prices by circumventing issues.
Alibaba backs Hong Kong’s ‘bright’ future with huge listing
The $13bn listing would be the world’s largest this year and comes amid growing unrest in Hong Kong.
China throws its weight behind A.I. and blockchain as it aims to be the world’s tech leader
The future of AI, blockchain and fintech will be among the topics discussed at CNBC’s East Tech West conference in Nansha, China.
Alibaba prices Hong Kong listing and looks to raise up to $13.8 billion
Retail shares will be priced at no more than 188 Hong Kong dollars ($24.01). Alibaba will set the final offer price by Nov. 20 Hong Kong time.