News & Insights Across Asia
Samsung Electronics faces its first-ever union strike as workers plan to take annual leave on June 7, raising concerns over potential impacts on global semiconductor supply chains.
Artisans in Fujian Province are carving a monumental sculpture of China’s Grand Canal from 500-year-old camphor trees, led by master woodcarver Zheng Chunhui in a five-year project celebrating the canal’s heritage.
The IMF has raised China’s economic growth forecasts to 5% for 2024 and 4.5% for 2025, citing strong Q1 GDP data and recent policy measures following its annual Article IV consultation.
Chinese Ambassador to the UK Zheng Zeguang called for enhanced UK-China business cooperation at the 3rd UK-China Business Leaders Summit, emphasizing mutual benefits and new opportunities.
Cyclone Remal devastates India, killing at least 32 people across West Bengal and northeastern states, leaving many injured and communities in turmoil.
Colombia’s congress has approved a bill to ban bullfighting by 2027, pending presidential approval—a landmark decision reflecting global shifts in animal welfare perspectives.
China and Equatorial Guinea have pledged to align their development strategies, deepening cooperation and strengthening bilateral ties across various sectors.
Malaysia targets $107 billion investment in semiconductors to become a global hub, focusing on advanced manufacturing, design, and attracting global tech companies.
China’s top political advisor Wang Huning and Indonesia’s House Speaker Puan Maharani met in Beijing to deepen cooperation and strengthen bilateral ties.
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI raises $6 billion in funding to accelerate AI innovation, drawing significant global investor interest and highlighting the intensifying competition in the AI landscape.
Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has raised $6 billion in Series B funding, boosting its valuation to $24 billion. The funds will accelerate product development and research in the competitive AI industry.
China’s Special Envoy and Minister of Culture and Tourism, Sun Yeli, will attend El Salvador President Nayib Bukele’s inauguration, highlighting growing ties between China and El Salvador.
China and Equatorial Guinea have elevated their relations to a comprehensive strategic partnership as Presidents Xi Jinping and Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo held talks in Beijing.
Xi Jinping emphasizes the promotion of high-quality and sufficient employment as a primary goal for China’s economic and social development, highlighting strategies to address workforce challenges.
At least 21 people killed across four U.S. states during Memorial Day weekend as tornado-spawning thunderstorms sweep the Southern Plains and Ozark Mountains, wrecking hundreds of buildings.
Macao’s transformation into a multifaceted hub of prosperity showcases its journey toward economic diversification 25 years after its return to China, highlighting resilience and forward-thinking capabilities.
Shanghai introduces major policies to boost its property market, easing restrictions and lowering mortgage down payments to support home buyers.
Papua New Guinea orders thousands to evacuate as an active landslide buries over 2,000 people, with rescue efforts underway amid challenging conditions.
WEF’s Matthew Blake commends China’s efforts to enhance affordable housing supply and develop its REITs market, while noting ongoing challenges and the importance of government guidance for financial stability.
China’s Shenzhou-18 crew completed a record-breaking 8.5-hour spacewalk, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s space exploration efforts. The taikonauts installed vital equipment and returned safely.
