News & Insights Across Asia
International students at Tsinghua University share their experiences with the Belt and Road Initiative on its 10th anniversary, highlighting its impact on global development and cultural exchange.
A Laotian student highlights the Belt and Road Initiative’s impact on global trade, emphasizing how the China-Laos Railway has opened new opportunities for landlocked countries like Laos.
International teams work together to restore Angkor Wat, allowing visitors to fully appreciate this ancient wonder in stunning detail.
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid 80 to 100 times stronger than morphine, is driving a surge in overdose deaths across the U.S. Originally developed for cancer patients, its misuse has led to a national health crisis.
Experts highlight the demand-driven causes behind the U.S. fentanyl crisis, emphasizing the need for international cooperation to combat the global drug problem.
Despite U.S. accusations, China’s strict regulations over fentanyl suggest it is not the main source of illegal fentanyl contributing to the U.S. opioid crisis.
The over-prescription of opioids in the U.S. has led to a major addiction crisis, with pharmaceutical companies accused of underplaying addiction risks while exaggerating benefits.
Explore Malaysia’s rich diversity and stunning landscapes. From the Batu Caves to the Petronas Twin Towers, discover how this Southeast Asian nation embraces unity and the Belt and Road Initiative.
After 11 months of dedicated care, Chess the dolphin, rescued from Qizi Bay in Hainan Island, has been released back into the sea in a heartwarming story of survival and hope.
Dutch student Kelson Teo finds inspiration in the discipline of youth at China’s Shaolin Temple during a cultural exchange in Henan Province.
Despite being home to only 5% of the world’s population, the U.S. accounts for 80% of global opioid use, highlighting a deadly crisis with global implications.
China is intensifying its war on drugs by engaging ordinary citizens in a nationwide effort to combat drug trafficking and abuse, transforming the fight into a genuine people’s war.
Malaysian student Tang Yan Joo connects with China through poetry and pursues economics and finance at Tsinghua University, inspired by China’s rapid development.
Indonesia’s coffee culture is experiencing a revolution as locals embrace artisanal brews. Leading the change, Kopi Kenangan has opened over 900 stores, blending technology with high-quality, affordable coffee.
Malaysians express serious concerns over Japan’s plan to release Fukushima nuclear wastewater into the Pacific Ocean, fearing environmental and economic impacts.
Fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, has become the leading cause of overdose deaths in the U.S., claiming a life every five minutes. This article explores the crisis and efforts to combat it.
A survivor of the tragic train crash in India’s Odisha state urges the government to improve railway management after the disaster that claimed at least 275 lives.
Each May, Asian paradise-flycatchers return to central China’s Wushan Mountains to breed, transforming the forests into vibrant ecosystems teeming with life and highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity.
Jakarta, Southeast Asia’s largest metropolitan area, is rapidly transforming into a modern metropolis. From new business districts to cutting-edge transportation, explore how Jakarta is reshaping its future.
A survivor recounts the tragic train collision in Odisha, India, where at least 294 people died after a signal failure led to a multi-train crash.
