October 1, 2026
4 developments
US investment climate report published
The State Department's 2026 statement put FDI at $1.06 billion in 2025, just 1% of GDP, and flagged the SINOPEC refinery and CHEC LNG terminal as stalled.
Hambantota volumes surge
CMPort studied expanding capacity after H1 container volumes rose, while sidestepping questions about MSC's proposed stake.
Ambassador Wei sets 2027 milestones
In his first major address he announced deployment of the Mazu AI early-warning system and tied the relationship to the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
Governance cooperation expands
China proposed capacity-building for provincial officials and AI-based disaster warning, with Huawei providing technical assistance.