World briefs: China to invest in hybrid cars

SHANGHAI — The Chinese government, determined to become a world leader in green technology, says it plans to invest billions of dollars over the next few years to develop electric and hybrid vehicles. The government said a group of 16 big state-owned companies had already agreed to form an alliance to do research and development, and create standards for electric and hybrid vehicles.


China firms urged to invest in Africa

BEIJING, CHINA – Government officials on Friday urged more Chinese companies to invest in Africa’s agricultural and manufacturing sectors to help the continent improve its economic structure.


RIM Joint Venture to Invest $100M in China’s Mobile Industry

RIM and a Chinese venture capital fund have set up a $100 million fund to invest in Chinese companies. Venture capital – Business – Financial Services – Research In Motion – People’s Republic of China


China defends Africa investment as S.Africa deal reported

A top Chinese commerce official has defended Beijing’s investment policies in Africa as a giant deal was announced Thursday for a cement plant in South Africa.


Iranian firms ready to invest in Iraq’s industry

Iranian firms ready to invest in Iraq’s industry


China Mobile to invest $300 mn in Pakistan?

ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: Chinese telecom giant, China Mobile, will invest $300 million in Pakistan in 2010, mainly on expansion of its infrastructure in the south Asian country, a company spokesman said on Friday.


Auto headlines: Geely to invest $900M in Volvo

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, the Chinese company buying Volvo, plans to invest $900 million in the unprofitable Swedish automaker as it works to turn the company around.


Eaton Investing In New Chinese Plant

Diversified industrial manufacturer on Monday said it will expand its Chinese operations by investing in a new engine valve production plant.


Taiwan Approves Plans to Let Chinese Banks Invest

March 12 — Taiwan’s Cabinet has approved plans to allow mainland Chinese companies to invest in domestic lenders, brokerages and insurers, paving the way for a broader economic accord as cross-strait relations improve.


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