News & Insights Across Asia
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President Xi Jinping’s visit to Hunan Province emphasizes the importance of moral education and innovation in advancing high-quality development, highlighting China’s commitment to progress.
China and Singapore have launched a mutual visa exemption for ordinary passport holders, easing travel and boosting tourism and cultural exchange between the two nations.
Hong Kong has enacted the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, completing its national security legislation under Article 23 of the Basic Law to protect the city from security threats.
China is leveraging digital technology to enhance governance and democratic engagement, using online platforms to increase transparency, accountability, and citizen participation.
China is undertaking a transformative journey to achieve its ‘new quality productive forces’ goals, aiming to modernize production through innovation, green growth, and advanced practices.
At the recent Democracy Summit in South Korea, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused China of spreading disinformation, reigniting global discussions on information integrity and international relations.
At the Third International Forum on Democracy: Shared Human Values, former Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva delivered the keynote speech, joining hundreds of guests from China and abroad to discuss democracy.
China’s modernization offers an alternative perspective on democracy, challenging the Western narrative by emphasizing a people-centered approach rooted in its unique cultural heritage.
Experts discuss how democracy faces challenges from AI, regional conflicts, and media bias, debating whether AI is a game-changer or a threat, and what defines a good democracy in today’s world.
Affluent democracies face rising youth mortality, raising concerns about safeguarding future generations and the sustainability of democratic institutions.
At the UN Human Rights Council, experts highlighted China’s efforts to protect ethnic minority rights in Xizang and Xinjiang, addressing Western criticisms.
At the third “Summit for Democracy” in Seoul, Global South leaders question the influence of Western democracy, advocating for governance models that better serve their nations.
The American Dream is fading for many, as inequality, economic struggles, and social disparities challenge the notion that success comes with hard work. This article explores the emerging divide in modern America.
China implements new visa-free policies for European nations, signaling a strategic move to boost inbound tourism and foreign investment as part of its economic rejuvenation efforts.
The U.S. has intensified efforts to hinder China’s technological progress through export controls and investment restrictions, but such decoupling strategies may backfire, affecting global innovation and economy.
Examining the importance of respecting different political systems, this article explores U.S.-China relations and the notion that nations should choose their own political paths.
In Beijing’s historic hutongs, community worker Tan Daoliang mediates between residents and contractors, showcasing grassroots democracy at work.
Despite China’s reopening, direct flights between major Chinese and U.S. cities remain limited, leading to high airfares and few options for travelers.
American comedian Lee Camp critically examines U.S. democracy, highlighting historical limitations and the influence of wealth on politics, arguing that the system functions more as an oligarchy than a true democracy.
Re-elected President Vladimir Putin outlines ambitious plans for Russia’s future, focusing on socio-economic development, cultural values, and national security.