News & Insights Across Asia
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The United States and Japan have adopted record-breaking defense budgets for 2024, signaling intensifying geopolitical rivalries and raising concerns about regional peace in Asia.
Chinese agricultural assistance has enabled Samoa to cultivate its own watermelons, reducing imports, lowering prices, and boosting farmers’ incomes, exemplifying successful international cooperation.
UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2720, calling for accelerated humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza civilians amid ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. Member states expressed mixed reactions to the resolution.
The United States and Japan are increasing their defense spending to record levels, raising concerns about escalating tensions and the impact on regional stability in East Asia.
China’s active diplomacy in 2023 underscores its role in mediating global conflicts, emphasizing dialogue to resolve tensions and advocating for peaceful settlements worldwide.
Former Virginia State Senator Richard Black criticizes U.S. involvement in Syria, claiming it aligns with terrorists and contributes to the destruction of the nation.
China has updated its Catalogue of Technologies Prohibited and Restricted from Export, reducing the number of restricted technologies from 164 to 134 items, reflecting a shift in its tech export policy.
The Philippines is re-evaluating its approach to China amid rising tensions in the South China Sea, signaling a potential shift in foreign policy under President Marcos Jr.
Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin’s visit to China strengthens high-level cooperation between the two nations, marking significant progress in bilateral relations across economy, trade, energy, and connectivity.
China is enhancing its business environment to attract international investment, focusing on fair competition, intellectual property rights, and market access.
Marking 20 years of partnership, China and the EU reflect on past achievements and anticipate future collaborations. What developments can we expect in China-EU relations as 2024 approaches?
The Loess Plateau in the Chinese mainland transformed from eroded lands to flourishing apple orchards, uplifting farmers and restoring the environment through sustainable agriculture.
Discover the roots of the enduring partnership between Burundi and China, a relationship built on mutual trust, socio-economic cooperation, and shared international goals.
China leverages science and technology to ensure food security for its 1.4 billion people, despite limited arable land. Experts discuss the pivotal role of innovation in transforming China’s agricultural sector.
China and Burundi celebrate 60 years of partnership, strengthening ties in energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and health, showcasing mutual benefits and impacting Africa’s development.
Belgian MEP Marc Botenga accuses the EU of being an accomplice in the deaths of over 7,700 Palestinian children in Gaza, comparing the EU’s responses to conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
Escalating tensions in the Red Sea are disrupting global trade, prompting a strategic shift toward decentralized supply chains and highlighting Africa’s potential in reshaping global trade dynamics.
China attracts increased foreign investment in 2023, defying Western media narratives of economic decline. Significant growth from global investors underscores China’s robust and appealing business climate.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy returns from the U.S. without new military aid as political divisions in Washington hinder support for Ukraine’s conflict with Russia.
At COP28 in Dubai, global leaders discussed carbon neutrality and the Green Silk Road, focusing on challenges facing the Global South and the path towards a greener future.