Sophie is a graduate of Northwestern University. She covers the emerging markets in Southeast Asia, with a particular interest in foreign investment in the region.
Email Sophie at s.song@ibtimes.com.
JD.com Beats Alibaba To IPO Punch
The Chinese online retailer will list in New York on late Wednesday.
Alibaba: 'Bringing Chinese Society Into A Real Business World'
In a rare speech since his company began the IPO process, Jack Ma spoke about Alibaba's role in positioning China as a global business leader.
All's Well Between China And Russia, Putin Says
With Western countries turning their backs on Russia, the country is eager to bolster ties with China.
Protect Foreign Investors, Vietnamese Official Pleads
In the wake of recent anti-China riots, the planning minister calls for protection for foreign investors.
Violence In Vietnam Threatens To Damage Growing Manufacturing Industry
Anti-China riots in Vietnam could have a wider affect on foreign manufacturers in the country.
Anti-China Riots In Vietnam Enrage Chinese Bloggers
China's netizens respond to anti-Chinese rioting in Vietnam after a violent standoff in the South China Sea.
China-Russia Gas Pipeline Very Likely To Be Concluded
When President Putin visits Beijing next week, China and Russia are expected to cement their energy alliance with a new deal.
Congestion In Beijing's Airspace Is About To Get Worse
China's capital city is planning to build an additional airport slated for operation in 2018 to serve rapidly increasing air traffic.
What Is Burisma?
Hunter Biden, son of Vice President Joe Biden, will join the top private gas producer in Ukraine.
Malaysia Per Capita Income Leaps
The government says that by 2020, its per capita gross national income will hit $15,000.
Facebook Still Has Its Eye On China
Facebook currently runs an office in Hong Kong that oversees the company’s dealings with advertisers locally and in mainland China.
The Philippines Will Charge Chinese Poachers, Despite Beijing's Warning
A Filipino prosecutor said the facts are clear in the case of the Chinese fishermen who caught protected sea turtles.
Former Treasury Department Official Joins Alibaba
The former Treasury Department official joins the Chinese Internet giant as the company begins its IPO process.
At Least One Person Thinks China Deserves A Nobel Peace Prize
Norway's richest man seems to think so, as his country attempts to repair relations with China.
Does China Really Want To Dig A Hole To The US?
A high-level Chinese engineer said China is considering building a tunnel beneath the Pacific Ocean that would connect China with the U.S.
The Risks Investors Will Weigh In Alibaba Offering
Putting money into China is tempting, but the picture of the company is far from complete.
Turkey Has Coal, China Has Cash
The two countries are in talks about a potential project, worth $10 billion to $12 billion, to develop a massive Turkish coalfield.
Russia Turns East To Avoid Brunt Of Sanctions
U.S. and EU measures against Russia are sending companies to China for financial partnerships.
Why China Wants To Buy Part Of Norway
China’s latest quest for energy has taken it all the way north to the Arctic.
Fancy A Monet From China?
The village of Dafen produces more than 100,000 copycat paintings each year.