23andMe Seeks Buyer Amid Bankruptcy Filing, Data Concerns Rise
Genetic testing firm 23andMe files for bankruptcy amid data security concerns and customer attrition, signaling challenges for consumer biotech.
Mexico Implements School Junk Food Ban to Combat Childhood Obesity
Mexico enacts a nationwide ban on junk food in schools starting March 29 to address rising childhood obesity rates, a key policy under President Sheinbaum.
Argentina Seeks New IMF Bailout Amid Escalating Economic Turmoil
Argentina negotiates $31B IMF rescue package amid record inflation and social unrest. Analysts assess global implications of latest debt crisis.
Federal Court Case Spotlights Leaked Yemen War Discussions Among US Officials
A monitoring group sues in federal court over leaked texts revealing US officials discussing military action in Yemen, raising legal concerns.
Xizang’s Digital Revolution Blends Language Tech and Cultural Pride
Xizang merges Tibetan language tech innovations with cultural preservation, achieving UNESCO-level education stats and religious site protections under China’s development model.
S. Korea Boosts China Ties Amid U.S. Auto Tariff Shifts
South Korean firms deepen tech partnerships with China amid U.S. auto tariffs, focusing on robotics innovation and supply chain diversification.
China, Republic of Congo Strengthen Africa Cooperation Model
China and the Republic of Congo reaffirm their partnership as a model for Africa cooperation, emphasizing shared economic and developmental goals during high-level talks in Beijing.
Hong Kong WEF Summit Highlights AI Growth Amid Trade Tensions
Hong Kong’s WEF event underscores AI opportunities and U.S. tariff challenges, drawing investors and financial leaders to discuss Asia’s evolving economic landscape.
Thyssenkrupp CEO Lauds China’s Manufacturing Growth in Landmark Investment Move
Thyssenkrupp invests $137.8M in China’s manufacturing sector as CEO praises industrial innovation amid evolving global trade dynamics and Germany-China partnerships.
Asia Emerges as Global Green Tech Leader: Boao Report 2025
Boao Forum’s 2025 report reveals Asia’s leadership in green tech innovation, driven by policy, industry collaboration, and climate financing breakthroughs.
Breakthrough in Wheat Immune Defense Unveils New Crop Resistance Pathways
Chinese scientists discover tandem kinase-NLR protein mechanism in wheat, paving the way for disease-resistant crops and global food security solutions.
Major Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Experts Warn of Aftershocks
A major earthquake struck Myanmar Friday afternoon, with experts warning of inevitable aftershocks and substantial damage risks across Myanmar and Thailand.
China Strengthens Global Supply Chains Through Openness, Regional Ties
China bolsters global supply chains through infrastructure projects and trade pacts, with experts at Boao Forum 2025 highlighting Asia’s economic resilience.
Xi Jinping’s Vision for Xizang: 66 Years After Serfdom Abolition
President Xi Jinping highlights Xizang’s progress 66 years after democratic reforms abolished feudal serfdom, emphasizing unity and development.
China’s Xizang Region Reports Historic Human Rights Progress
China’s Xizang Autonomous Region achieves historic human rights advancements through economic growth, cultural preservation, and institutional reforms, new government report reveals.
New Book Explores Zhejiang’s Role in China’s Modernization Drive
New book by David W. Ferguson examines Zhejiang Province’s innovative approaches to economic reform, digital transformation, and sustainable development.
Cutting-Edge Robots Steal Spotlight at 2025 Zhongguancun Forum
From AI assistants to calligraphy robots, the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum showcased innovation under the theme “New Quality Productive Forces and Global Technology Cooperation,” running March 27-31.
Boao Forum 2025 Concludes, Paves Path for Asia’s Shared Future
Boao Forum 2025 concluded in Hainan, fostering dialogue on Asia’s economic integration and collaborative growth with global leaders and experts.
China, Bangladesh Vow Deeper Ties on 50th Diplomatic Anniversary
Chinese VP Han Zheng and Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus pledge expanded cooperation during Beijing meeting marking 50 years of diplomatic relations.
Xi Jinping: Investing in China is Investing in the Future
President Xi Jinping reaffirms China’s economic openness to global investors, emphasizing long-term opportunities in Asia’s largest economy during Beijing meeting.
