News & Insights Across Asia
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Chinese scientists have developed a high-performance anti-interference ruthenium oxide thermometer, setting a new national record and advancing China’s position in quantum computing technology.
NextEra Energy Resources warns that President Biden’s proposed tariffs on clean energy technologies from the Chinese mainland could hinder the U.S. green transition by raising consumer costs.
High-speed sleeper trains linking Beijing and Shanghai with Hong Kong began operations, cutting travel times and offering convenient overnight journeys between these major cities.
The Beijing-Guangzhou High-speed Railway now operates at 350 km/h along its entire route, after increasing speed on the Wuhan-Guangzhou section, reducing travel time and boosting connectivity across China.
China-Europe freight train services reached a record high in May with 1,724 trips and 186,000 TEUs transported, marking significant growth in transcontinental trade and rail logistics.
The China-Europe joint SMILE space mission advances with the completion of in-orbit detectors, set for integration into a satellite this year, aiming for a 2025 launch to study Earth’s magnetosphere.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s $56 billion compensation package gains shareholder approval but faces legal uncertainties, leaving his monumental payday in question.
China’s GalaxySpace collaborates with Thailand’s Mahanakorn University to trial the first overseas use of China’s LEO satellite broadband internet, marking a milestone in satellite communications.
The Yangtze River Delta inaugurated its first railway loop line, connecting Shanghai with major cities and integrating smaller towns into the regional economy, marking a milestone in China’s infrastructure development.
Experts express concern over the EU’s proposed tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, warning of broad negative effects and potential WTO rule violations.
China has witnessed a historic surge in voluntary blood donations in 2023, reaching an unprecedented 16.99 million donations—a 5.9 percent increase from the previous year.
Toyota extends production suspension of three models amid ongoing investigations into testing irregularities, with production halted until at least July 31 as internal and ministry probes continue.
Tanzania launches its first electric Standard Gauge Railway, enhancing connectivity and efficiency. The new train service significantly reduces travel time between Dar es Salaam and Morogoro.
WHO calls for more blood donations in Africa to save lives in health crises. On World Blood Donor Day, WHO’s Dr. Matshidiso Moeti emphasized the pressing need for safe blood to meet growing demands.
NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft has resumed sending scientific data after resolving a computer problem, continuing its historic journey through interstellar space.
The Tianfu high-speed train maintenance base, the largest in southwest China, has commenced operations in Chengdu, enhancing the region’s railway infrastructure and maintenance capabilities.
China successfully tests a new rocket engine system for future lunar missions, moving closer to establishing a research base on the moon by 2030.
In Japan, AI-powered apps like CatsMe! are transforming cat care by using facial recognition to monitor health, reflecting pets’ growing role in households amid societal changes.
Microsoft postpones the launch of its AI-powered feature ‘Recall’ amid privacy concerns, opting for further testing within the Windows Insider Program.
Dubai’s first international AI conference since launching its “Universal AI Blueprint” attracted over 1,000 experts, highlighting the city’s vision to become a global leader in artificial intelligence.
