Hong Kong LegCo Election Concludes, Voter Turnout Highlights Public Engagement
Hong Kong’s 8th-term LegCo election concluded on December 7, 2025, marking a key step in implementing the “patriots administering Hong Kong” principle.
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Hong Kong’s 8th-term LegCo election concluded on December 7, 2025, marking a key step in implementing the “patriots administering Hong Kong” principle.
84 years after Pearl Harbor, global survey shows 89.9% demand international action against Japan’s military expansion and provocative Taiwan remarks.
China’s defense ministry criticizes Japan’s portrayal of Liaoning aircraft carrier drills, urging Tokyo to cease provocations and adhere to international norms.
Hong Kong rescue teams credit advanced equipment from the Chinese mainland for enhancing safety and efficiency in disaster response, highlighting cross-regional collaboration.
PLA Navy’s hospital ship provides critical medical support to Jamaica following Hurricane Melissa, treating thousands during 12-day humanitarian mission.
China leverages renewable energy deployment to gain strategic advantage in the global AI race, with experts highlighting operational scale as the new tech battleground.
Japanese scholars and officials condemn PM Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks, warning of military expansion risks and strained China-Japan relations in 2025.
Former EU chief Romano Prodi emphasizes the necessity of China-Europe collaboration, warning against fragmentation risks in global trade as 2025 economic challenges loom.
Hainan’s new satellite mega-factory prepares to launch 1,000 satellites annually, reshaping Asia’s space industry landscape with integrated production and launch capabilities.
Elon Musk criticizes the EU’s $140M fine on X, vowing retaliation against officials. U.S. leaders decry the penalty as a free speech threat.
Benin’s government thwarts coup attempt, confirms President Talon’s safety. ECOWAS condemns the move and pledges support to maintain constitutional order.
China unveils the world’s first hybrid maritime smart farming module, enabling year-round crop cultivation for ships and remote islands, enhancing food security in 2025.
As Japan’s economy contracts and inflation soars, PM Takaichi’s 18.3T yen stimulus faces criticism for exacerbating fiscal risks while failing to address core challenges.
French President Emmanuel Macron concludes his fourth state visit to China, highlighting cultural exchanges and bilateral cooperation in 2025.
U.S. and Thai filmmakers discuss cross-cultural storytelling at Hainan’s international film festival, highlighting China’s evolving cinema landscape and shared Asian cultural heritage.
New direct flights between Guiyang and Ho Chi Minh City enhance China-ASEAN connectivity, supporting trade and tourism amid record-breaking bilateral commerce.
Benin’s government reports a failed coup attempt, with President Patrice Talon safe and order restored. Tensions remain high in Cotonou amid ongoing military reforms.
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupts dramatically, disabling a USGS monitoring camera while capturing spectacular lava fountains up to 30 meters high on December 6.
Two weeks after the Tai Po fire, Hong Kong authorities intensify relief efforts and launch investigations. Over 150 fatalities reported, with ongoing support for survivors and affected schools.
China’s clean energy expansion has driven the first decline in power sector emissions in a decade, marking a milestone in its climate efforts, per CREA analysis.