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In an interview with Hong Kong Economic Times, James Poon, country manager for ING Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR, highlighted China’s and Hong Kong’s leadership in green finance, with ING boosting sustainable loans and global green bond issuance expected to hit USD 700 billion this year.
China issues bonds in London, signalling global integration
In an interview with Hong Kong Economic Times, Lynn Song, ING’s chief economist for Greater China, shared that China’s solid H1 growth and progress in US–China trade talks support the 4.7% annual target, despite tariff pressures. Recovery hinges on domestic demand, property market stability, and Q4 policy easing.
ING: Three key factors to likely support mainland China’s economic growth target
In CNBC Asia, Uday Sareen, ING’s chief executive and head of Wholesale Banking APAC, highlights how tariffs are reshaping global trade and driving ING’s growth in Asia. He points to rising demand for transaction services, supply chain diversification, and digital infrastructure investment, while reaffirming ING’s leadership in sustainable finance and strategic support across capital markets.
Tariffs are driving up trade cost, we are seeing companies looking to increase working capital: ING
As global trade dynamics shift, Shivkumar (Shiv) Seerapu, ING’s head of Transaction Services for Wholesale Banking APAC, explores how the move from offshoring to friendshoring is reshaping trade flows across the APAC region. He shares insights into the growing importance of regional partnerships, the rise of multi-country trade blocs, and how these changes are driving more resilient supply chains and inclusive economic growth.
How friendshoring can boost Asia’s financial growth
In conversation with Bloomberg, Andrew Bester, ING’s global head of Wholesale Banking, discusses how tariffs and geopolitical tensions could affect corporate borrowing, deal-making and cross-border capital flows.
ING Wholesale Bank chief on tariffs impact on dealmaking
