News & Insights Across Asia
Explore major global developments, features, and analyses, with emphasis on Asia’s role and impact in international affairs.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang proposed a three-point plan to enhance East Asia cooperation, emphasizing peace, mutual benefit, and openness during the East Asia Summit in Laos.
A dialogue on China’s Global Development Initiative was held at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa, highlighting the strengthening partnership between Africa and China in pursuit of sustainable development.
A dialogue on the China-proposed Global Development Initiative (GDI) at the African Union headquarters has bolstered China-Africa cooperation, aligning with Africa’s Agenda 2063 and the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
China brings forward its investment plans in a significant move impacting Asia’s economic landscape. Read more in our weekly news wrap.
DPRK accuses ROK of sending drones into Pyongyang, calling it a \
Small and Beautiful projects are transforming China’s cooperation with Africa, focusing on localized solutions to social and economic challenges and driving growth from the ground up.
Over 42,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza due to Israeli strikes since October 7, 2023, according to local authorities, marking a devastating escalation in the conflict.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has begun his visit to Turkmenistan, attending a regional forum and set to discuss Middle East issues with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Ashgabat.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has begun his visit to Turkmenistan to participate in a regional forum and discuss Middle East issues with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in Ashgabat.
China strongly denounces Israel’s attack on UNIFIL positions in Lebanon, which injured two UN peacekeepers, calling it a severe violation of international law and demanding immediate action.
Manchester United is proposing dramatic changes to Old Trafford Stadium, including possibly rebuilding it. The iconic venue, a major tourist attraction, faces a transformative future that impacts fans worldwide.
Manchester United is considering dramatic changes to Old Trafford Stadium, including the possibility of demolition. This move could reshape the iconic venue and impact fans worldwide.
In Oostduinkerke, Belgium, a group of horseback shrimp fishermen are preserving an ancient fishing tradition recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Fishermen in Oostduinkerke keep the centuries-old tradition of shrimp fishing on horseback alive, a practice recognized by UNESCO.
Elon Musk unveiled Tesla’s new two-door robotaxi with gull-wing doors and no steering wheel or pedals, set to enter production in 2026 at under $30,000, marking a shift towards autonomous vehicles.
Elon Musk revealed Tesla’s new two-door robotaxi with gull-wing doors and no steering wheel or pedals. Slated for production in 2026 and priced under $30,000, it marks Tesla’s shift toward robotics manufacturing.
The UN Security Council held an emergency session after Israeli forces attacked UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, injuring two. The incident escalates tensions in a region already on the brink of broader conflict.
The UN Security Council held an emergency session after Israeli forces attacked UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, injuring two. UN officials warn the region is on the brink of an all-out war.
Iran condemns Israel’s airstrike on an Iranian field hospital near the Syria-Lebanon border, denouncing the attack as a “war crime” and a violation of international humanitarian law.
Iran condemns Israel’s airstrike on an Iranian field hospital near the Syria-Lebanon border, calling it a ‘war crime’ and criticizing attacks on humanitarian institutions as violations of international law.
