News & Insights Across Asia
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The U.S. Navy bans Chinese AI model DeepSeek over security concerns, prompting experts like Professor Gai Keke to call for international cooperation in AI development instead of isolation.
A U.S. passenger plane carrying 64 people collided mid-air with a military helicopter over Washington D.C., crashing into the Potomac River. Multiple fatalities are reported as rescue crews search for survivors.
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele extends heartfelt Chinese New Year wishes to China, expressing confidence in strengthening bilateral relations during the upcoming Spring Festival celebrations.
Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon extends Chinese New Year greetings, urging unity in facing challenges and working towards a shared, better future.
Iconic landmarks worldwide illuminated in red to celebrate the Chinese New Year on January 29, highlighting global unity and cultural appreciation for China’s most significant holiday.
Passengers aboard the China-Laos Railway celebrated the Spring Festival with a special gala, sharing joy and New Year wishes as they journeyed together during China’s most significant holiday.
Latvia joins CGTN’s Snake Year dance challenge, celebrating Chinese New Year through global dance participation and cultural exchange.
Join Brazilian blogger Helena’s #SnakeYearDanceFun challenge and dance into the Chinese New Year! Celebrate the Year of the Snake with joy and movement.
CGTN’s host Syabrenko Mariya celebrates the Chinese New Year with a hand dance imitating snake movements, honoring the Year of the Snake—a symbol of wisdom and longevity in Chinese culture.
Global Chairman of PwC, Mohamed Kande, shares heartfelt Chinese New Year greetings as the world welcomes the Year of the Snake. His message highlights unity and optimism for the year ahead.
DeepSeek, a Chinese AI app, is drawing global attention as Nasdaq Vice Chairman Robert McCooey predicts it will be a pivotal force in the AI revolution.
The China Museum for Fujian-Taiwan Kinship releases the music video “The Same Scenery,” strengthening cultural bonds between Fujian and Taiwan residents.
American band OneRepublic performed their hit “Counting Stars” at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala in Wuhan, adding international flair to China’s most-watched annual event.
At the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, artists from various traditional Chinese opera genres performed classic pieces like “The Battle of Mount Dingjun” and “Hua Mulan,” captivating global audiences.
At the CMG Spring Festival Gala, Zhou Shen and Juan Diego Flórez united cultures with ‘Condor and Lan Huahua,’ blending Chinese and Peruvian folk songs in a captivating performance.
Beijing Dance Academy’s “Magpies on the Tree” enchanted audiences at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, symbolizing hope and ushering in good fortune for the new year.
Amid Spring Festival celebrations, the Shenzhou-19 crew sends New Year greetings from Tiangong space station, marking the fourth time Chinese astronauts celebrate the festival in space.
As the Chinese New Year approaches, ice and snow sports enthusiasts from China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, Jilin, Hebei, and Thailand send warm wishes for a prosperous and joyful year ahead.
Take an exclusive look behind the scenes of China’s grand New Year Gala. Discover how performers and crew create the magic that brings this spectacular celebration to life.
Discover the timeless art of Chinese dough figurines, a cherished craft dating back to the Han Dynasty, and explore how this tradition continues to inspire during the Spring Festival.