US founder of Moscow-based Baring Vostok was seen as savvy operator

Mohammed bin Salman kicks off tour that is expected to include India and China

The government joins a backlash against Beijing-financed infrastructure projects

Several lines are now unavailable to comply with new regulations

Tighter curbs seen as bulwark against Beijing’s influence in sensitive business sectors

Top official from Pyongyang visits Hanoi to study results of Doi Moi reforms

Number of FDI projects have dropped while growing 167 per cent in cities

Outcome of deal for APA Group may set tone for Australia-China investment relations

Dispute involving French company and Kuwait’s Agility highlight pitfalls of investing in Iraq

Statistical disparities highlight foreigners’ tax evasion even as FDI has driven progress

Beijing steps in with ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’ as traditional allies hold back

New measures aim to protect critical technology from countries including China

Gulf state to sell off strategic stakes in 5 transmission and distribution groups

Mondelez and Amazon are moving in but a more open Saudi Arabia threatens further gains

Oil minister is on a push to lure outside partners to help develop the new find

Animal spirits are on show with $3.3tn of deals, but banks’ fees are down

The country’s economy has been overhauled but vested interests remain a challenge

Tax incentives and full ownership rules aimed at attracting new investors

Colombo to borrow $1bn from China and issue $250m Panda bonds before year-end