News & Insights Across Asia
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China’s envoy to the IAEA urges international supervision over Japan’s discharge of nuclear-contaminated wastewater from Fukushima, highlighting global environmental and safety concerns.
China enforces strict measures to protect endangered plant species, holding individuals accountable for illegal harvesting to preserve its unique biodiversity.
China is intensifying efforts to combat climate change by enhancing early warning systems for extreme weather and calling for global cooperation, according to CPPCC member Zhang Xingying.
Over 20 Yangtze finless porpoises were recently spotted playing in the river in Yueyang City, offering hope for the conservation of this critically endangered species.
China’s enhanced biodiversity efforts lead to a significant revival of rare species like the giant panda, Hainan gibbon, and crested ibis, showcasing successful conservation strategies.
China recycled 4.5 million tonnes of used household appliances in 2023, recovering precious metals and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Only 20% of appliances are recycled properly, highlighting the need for improved practices.
Baiyangdian Lake in northern China now hosts 276 wild bird species, up by 70 since 2017. Conservation initiatives have boosted biodiversity in this significant wetland.
Hungarian artist Gabor Barath transforms discarded car tires into sculptures to raise awareness about recycling and the environmental harm caused by improper tire disposal.
NASA and SpaceX are set to launch the Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station this Saturday, marking the eighth rotational mission under NASA’s Commercial Crew Program.
In Nayong County, Guizhou Province, forest rangers have dedicated nearly 40 years to protecting the rare Chinese dove trees, transforming the region into a sanctuary of biodiversity and natural beauty.
For nearly 20 years, gray herons have migrated to Dangzhai Village in southwest China, transforming the village’s lush forests into a vibrant nesting ground each spring.
China’s revised Wildlife Protection Law has sparked debate over conservation strategies, with new regulations affecting captive breeding practices and prompting discussions on balancing protection and sustainable use.
At least 17 people have died and 23 injured due to heavy rains and landslides in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, as authorities scramble to provide relief amid ongoing monsoon challenges.
A new armored dinosaur species, ‘Datai yingliangis’, has been discovered in east China’s Jiangxi Province, offering fresh insights into Ankylosaurine dinosaurs of the early Late Cretaceous.
UNEA-6 concludes in Nairobi with 15 resolutions, two decisions, and a Ministerial Declaration to address climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution.
China introduces five new regional standards to enhance the conservation of Asian elephants, focusing on habitat restoration, food security, and reintroduction efforts in Yunnan Province.
China has initiated a four-month spring fishing ban across major rivers and inland waters to protect breeding fish and promote sustainable fisheries, highlighting its commitment to conserving biodiversity.
A magnitude-5.3 earthquake struck off Yahukimo, Indonesia, at a depth of 10 kilometers. The BMKG reported no tsunami warning. Residents are advised to stay alert for any aftershocks.
A panda family of five has returned from Spain’s Madrid Zoo to China’s Sichuan Province, marking a significant moment in international conservation efforts.
Record wildfires in Brazil’s Roraima state threaten the Yanomami Indigenous people and the Amazon rainforest, highlighting the fragile state of the environment and the global impact of climate change.
