News & Insights Across Asia
Join us on a journey across Asia and beyond, exploring vibrant cultures, cuisines, history, and breathtaking destinations.
Beijing’s Huairou Ski Resort is ushering in the Chinese New Year with vibrant cultural events, including skiers carrying Chinese dragons, offering a festive experience for residents and visitors alike.
The ancient city of Luoyang in Henan Province celebrated Chinese New Year with a spectacular display of iron flower crafting, enchanting visitors with a dazzling iron flower rain that lit up the night sky.
A unique exhibition at Shenyang’s Nanhu Park features pink roses encased in an ice wall, adding a romantic touch to the upcoming Chinese New Year.
Discover the thrilling ‘Dancing Dragon and Whistling Flowers’ festival of the Miao people in Guizhou Province—a fiery spectacle of dance, culture, and bravery.
Discover the refreshing delight of lotus seed popsicles in Fujian’s Wuyi Mountains—a new twist on a traditional treat offering a sweet escape from the summer heat.
Bakers in Qingdao’s Jimo District are crafting vibrant flower buns shaped like lucky symbols ahead of the Spring Festival, adding color and tradition to festive celebrations.
Artisans in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, are finalizing twin porcelain dragons to adorn a new cultural center, showcasing the city’s rich tradition of inlaid porcelain and commitment to preserving cultural heritage.
China and Thailand will waive visa requirements for each other’s visitors starting March 1, 2024, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties.
Rare and nationally protected birds have been spotted foraging in the snow on Shenmu Mountain in Leshan, Sichuan Province, highlighting the area's improved ecological environment.
Beijing’s traditional Spring Festival temple fairs return after a three-year pandemic hiatus, reviving cultural celebrations and boosting tourism.
The rare and enchanting rime phenomenon has transformed Jilin’s Wusong Island into a breathtaking winter wonderland, drawing visitors to witness the dreamlike display of ice crystals adorning the trees.
Experience the mesmerizing Tongliang Dragon Dance as it lights up Year of the Dragon celebrations, showcasing centuries-old traditions from southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality.
Microsoft surpasses sales expectations with AI-driven growth, impacting Asian markets and the global tech industry. The company’s strategic focus on AI offers insights into technology trends across Asia.
Vibrant murals adorn Shanghai’s historic Shikumen buildings, celebrating the Spring Festival and highlighting the city’s rich cultural heritage.
Molten iron ‘flowers’ lit up the night sky over a lake in Nanjing, as the ancient ‘datiehua’ fireworks tradition dazzled visitors. The 1,000-year-old practice remains a vivid part of China’s cultural heritage.
Fujian Province’s Yutian Ancient Chinese Jade Museum attracts visitors with its vast collection of jade artifacts spanning from the Stone Age to the Qing dynasty, showcasing China’s rich cultural heritage.
Discover Loong Chenchen, the mascot for the 2024 Spring Festival Gala, embodying China’s 5,000-year heritage and the iconic symbol of the loong, or Chinese dragon.
Aerial views of Ningde City’s mudflats reveal sand ridges resembling ancient oracle bone scripts, crafted by local fishermen whose sea cultivation practices blend tradition with natural artistry.
The snow-covered Baiju Monastery in Shigatse City, Xizang, dazzles visitors with its enchanting winter scenery, highlighting the historical and cultural significance of this 15th-century Tibetan Buddhist site.
Beijing’s Summer Palace Ice Rink, the largest in the city, has become a winter hotspot as visitors enjoy skating amidst historical landmarks on Kunming Lake.