News & Insights Across Asia
Heze City, the “peony capital of China”, opens its 33rd International Peony Culture and Tourism Festival on April 8, showcasing over 1,200 varieties of peonies in a vibrant cultural celebration.
China has launched its national supercomputing network in Tianjin, aiming to enhance its digital economy by balancing computing power supply and demand, and driving innovation in AI and technology sectors.
China’s Queqiao-2 satellite has successfully completed in-orbit communication tests, paving the way for enhanced lunar exploration missions, according to the China National Space Administration.
Kazakhstan is grappling with its worst flooding in 80 years, with over 98,000 evacuated as 10 states declare a state of emergency.
China’s Linglong One, the world’s first land-based commercial small modular reactor, begins installation of its digital control system in Hainan province, marking a significant advancement in nuclear technology.
China’s first major international exhibition of 2024, the 4th CICPE, launches in Hainan, showcasing over 4,000 brands from 71 countries, marking Asia-Pacific’s largest boutique expo.
China supports the IAEA’s efforts to ensure safety at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant after recent drone attacks, highlighting the urgency to prevent nuclear accidents in the conflict zone.
Heavy clashes erupted in Libya’s capital, Tripoli, as rival armed groups exchanged fire, causing panic among residents. Authorities urge people to stay indoors for safety amid the escalating violence.
Experts discuss the implications of China-U.S. trade dynamics and Asia’s sustainable future, highlighting the roles of cooperation and innovation in global economic and environmental challenges.
Global leaders gathered in Beijing for the China Development Forum, where Chinese Premier Li Qiang emphasized commitments to sustainable growth and openness, outlining China’s pivotal priorities for 2024.
Ahead of 2030, the 2024 UN Ocean Decade Conference in Barcelona gathers global leaders to address critical marine challenges and set priorities for ocean sustainability.
China’s top legislator Zhao Leji met with DPRK’s Choe Ryong Hae in Pyongyang, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties during the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and the DPRK.
The 14th Beijing International Film Festival has kicked off with the launch of French Film Week in Beijing on April 11, highlighting cultural exchange between China and France through cinema.
China urges the Philippines to resume dialogue over the Ren’ai Jiao issue, emphasizing peaceful negotiation and regional stability.
The fourth China International Consumer Products Expo, known as the Hainan Expo, is China’s first major international exhibition in 2024, promoting global trade under the theme ‘Share open opportunities, Co-create a better life.’
Hainan 2024 NEV Island Rally begins, showcasing China’s green innovation as electric vehicles traverse a 600 km route through Hainan’s scenic cities and landmarks—a highlight of the 4th Consumer Products Expo.
The European Central Bank has held its key interest rates steady at record highs, signaling a cautious approach amid global economic uncertainties.
China is transitioning to a consumption-driven economy, boosting employment, incomes, and overall vitality. This shift offers new opportunities for international businesses in the Chinese market.
Fields of rapeseed flowers in Yinzhou District, Ningbo, east China’s Zhejiang Province, have burst into full bloom, offering visitors a breathtaking golden spectacle and a unique cultural experience.
China’s outdoor sports industry is booming this spring, growing into a multi-billion-dollar market as accessible and inclusive activities attract people of all ages to embrace a healthier lifestyle.
