Investor Confidence in China Rises Sharply, HSBC Survey Reveals
HSBC’s latest survey shows surging investor confidence in China’s economic recovery, driven by policy measures and retail growth reaching $1.17 trillion in early 2025.
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Asia Gains Investor Confidence Amid Currency Surges, Earnings Optimism
Global investors pivot to Asia amid currency appreciation and earnings optimism, with China’s rebound and yen’s safe-haven appeal drawing capital inflows.
South Korea’s Parliament Pushes Impeachment of Ex-Acting President
South Korea’s parliament advances impeachment proceedings against former acting leader Choi Sang-mok amid ongoing political instability and constitutional challenges.
China Calls for Safety of Aid Workers in Myanmar Quake Relief
China urges Myanmar to safeguard relief workers and aid channels following a deadly earthquake, as Red Cross supplies arrive and casualties surpass 2,800.
Gaza Strike Claims 16 Lives, Including 9 Children, in Jabalia
16 killed, including 9 children, in reported Israeli strike on a UN clinic in Gaza\u2019s Jabalia refugee camp, per local authorities.
Russia Criticizes U.S. Approach to Ukraine Ceasefire Talks
Russian diplomat Sergey Ryabkov claims U.S. ceasefire proposals for Ukraine overlook root causes of conflict, as technical talks in Riyadh conclude without breakthroughs.
China Extends EU Brandy Anti-Dumping Probe to July 2025
China’s Commerce Ministry extends its anti-dumping investigation into EU brandy imports, citing case complexity as the probe continues until July 2025.
China Warns Against U.S.-Philippines Military Ties Impacting Regional Stability
China urges the U.S. and Philippines to ensure defense cooperation doesn’t undermine regional stability, citing concerns over escalating tensions.
Trump Administration Cuts 10,000 Jobs at Key U.S. Health Agencies
U.S. health agencies, including FDA and CDC, face massive layoffs under Trump administration’s restructuring plan, sparking concerns over public health readiness.
U.S. Prosecutors Pursue Death Penalty for CEO’s Alleged Killer
U.S. federal prosecutors to seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2023.
Real Madrid Clinch Copa del Rey Final Berth in Dramatic Comeback
Real Madrid reaches Copa del Rey final after thrilling 5-4 aggregate win over Real Sociedad, setting up clash with Barcelona or Atlético.
Chinese AI Breakthrough Powers Myanmar Earthquake Rescue Missions
China’s DeepSeek LLM aids Myanmar earthquake rescue efforts with real-time translation, marking a milestone in AI-driven humanitarian response.
China Unveils Breakthrough in Lunar Construction Tech Ahead of Moon Missions
China unveils world\u2019s first lunar soil brick-making machine at Beijing exhibition, showcasing Chang\u2019e mission samples and plans for 2026-2028 moon infrastructure projects.
Chinese Rescue Team Concludes Myanmar Earthquake Mission
Chinese rescue team Ram Union concludes operations in quake-hit Myanmar after saving five survivors and assisting recovery efforts.
White House to Decide TikTok’s Fate as Deadline Looms
White House officials meet Wednesday to review TikTok ownership proposals ahead of April 5 deadline, with major U.S. investors vying to acquire the app’s operations.
US Announces Immediate Broad Tariffs, Stoking Global Trade Concerns
The U.S. imposes immediate broad tariffs with unclear scope, triggering global trade concerns and market uncertainty ahead of auto import levies starting April 3.
Chinese Solar Firm Expands in Mexico Amid New U.S. Tariffs
A Chinese solar company expands operations in Mexico as new U.S. tariffs reshape global trade dynamics, highlighting shifts in supply chains and regional partnerships.
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs Spark Debate Among Americans
New U.S. tariffs announced on ‘Liberation Day’ fuel economic uncertainty, with potential ripple effects across Asia’s trade networks.
Putin Calls for Stronger China-Russia Strategic Coordination Amid Global Shifts
Putin and China’s Wang Yi strengthen strategic coordination, emphasizing historical ties and multilateral collaboration amidst global geopolitical challenges.
China, Russia Pledge Stronger Ties During Moscow Diplomatic Talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Russia’s Sergei Lavrov reaffirm commitment to deepen bilateral ties and global stability during Moscow meetings marking key historical anniversaries.