
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund Danantara is pursuing Chinese partnerships to accelerate waste‑to‑energy, smart‑grid and data‑centre projects, aiming to exceed European Union environmental standards. The fund highlighted the role of patient capital at the China Conference and the World Economic Forum, emphasizing long‑term ecosystem building across ASEAN. Danantara’s managing director Stefanus Ade Hadiwidjaja and CIO Pandu Patria Sjahrir signaled a win‑win approach that blends Chinese technology with local firms. Hong Kong is positioned as a financial conduit linking mainland China and Southeast Asian markets.

France’s finance minister Roland Lescure warned against a blanket 30% tariff on Chinese imports, urging a targeted approach instead. A government planning commission has recommended a sweeping duty or a euro‑yuan depreciation to shield European industry. Lescure highlighted China’s unsustainable...