News & Insights Across Asia
The World Bank warns that the Russia-Ukraine crisis is set to trigger the largest commodity shock since the 1970s, causing significant supply disruptions and historically high prices expected to persist.
Amid Beijing’s recent COVID-19 resurgence, delivery riders like Li Wei ensure residents in closed-off communities receive essential supplies, highlighting the city’s efforts to maintain normalcy.
COVID-19 outbreaks in New York nursing homes during 2020 exposed systemic failures in elderly care, leading to tragic losses and highlighting the urgent need for reform.
IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva highlights the importance of global cooperation to overcome challenges such as the pandemic, inflation, and conflicts in an interview with CGTN’s Yin Yue.
An asymptomatic COVID-19 patient shares her 16-day journey in Shanghai’s temporary hospital, offering insight and hope during challenging times.
Far-right candidate Marine Le Pen’s proposal to withdraw France from NATO’s integrated military command sparks debate ahead of France’s presidential runoff election.
Anastasia, a Russian poet and translator living in Shanghai, shares her experiences during the COVID-19 quarantine, offering insights into daily life under closed-off management.
Residents in Shanghai adapt to new ways of obtaining supplies amid COVID-19 lockdowns, showcasing community resilience and cooperation.
Hungarian expat Steven Back, living in Shanghai for 18 years, volunteers during lockdown and shares his experiences via vlog.
Turkey’s inflation soared to 61.14% in March, leaving many struggling with rising costs of food, rent, and gasoline. Shop owners and workers share their daily challenges amid the economic strain.
A Chinese employee joins his Sri Lankan colleague’s family to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, experiencing local customs and traditions firsthand.
Rising energy costs in Europe force Italian pools to close early, highlighting potential risks for Asia’s energy security and the need for proactive measures.
Volunteer Ruyou shares his daily experiences at Shanghai’s temporary COVID-19 hospital, offering insight into life on the front lines of the pandemic response.
Kaili, an asymptomatic COVID-19 patient in Shanghai, shares her daily life inside a temporary hospital, highlighting hope and resilience amid the pandemic.
Shanghai residents in ‘Aijian Garden’ community unite through balcony concerts organized by Chen Jian, uplifting spirits during COVID-19 lockdown by singing inspirational songs together.
A glimpse into the experiences of a volunteer at a Shanghai quarantine hotel during the city’s surge in COVID-19 cases, highlighting the dedication of residents in combating the pandemic.
German residents are stockpiling essentials as inflation drives up food and energy prices, with sanctions against Russia contributing to rising costs. Yasmin, a nurse in Brandenburg, shares her experience.
Kaili, a resident of Shanghai, shares her personal experience of contracting COVID-19 and her daily life during a two-week quarantine in a temporary hospital.
Volunteer Ruyou shares his experience working on the security team at Shanghai’s China Flower Expo Park temporary hospital amid the city’s efforts to combat a COVID-19 surge.
Amid Shanghai’s COVID-19 surge, volunteer Ruyou offers a glimpse into life inside a temporary hospital, sharing his experiences as the city battles a severe outbreak.