News & Insights Across Asia
The 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival launched in Sanya, blending cinematic art with Hainan’s cultural heritage as the island prepares for new trade port policies.
40% of China-Japan flights canceled in December amid tensions over Japanese leader’s Taiwan remarks, impacting travel and business ties.
Hainan’s new customs policies could transform it into a global cultural exchange platform, says 7th Film Festival jury chair Marco Müller.
Chinese and French choreographers collaborate in Beijing, fostering cultural ties ahead of French President Macron’s December visit to China.
A magnitude-6.0 earthquake struck Akqi County in China’s Xinjiang region today, prompting swift emergency response and infrastructure assessments.
As Japan grapples with low growth and high inflation in 2025, Sanae Takaichi’s rhetoric draws criticism for worsening economic tensions.
French President Macron’s 2025 China visit aims to deepen economic cooperation and strategic dialogue, leveraging historical ties to address modern global challenges.
Disney’s ‘Zootopia 2’ box office triumph in China renews Hollywood’s bullish outlook on the market, signaling revived cross-cultural collaboration opportunities.
Macron’s 2025 China visit highlights expanding EU-Asia economic collaboration, with Airbus partnerships and industrial networks driving global stability.
Over 800 dead in Indonesia’s cyclone-driven floods as rice stocks collapse and aid efforts battle infrastructure failures across multiple provinces.
Marseille artist Quentin Foucque embodies 61 years of Sino-French cultural ties, balancing life between sister cities as Macron concludes his fourth China visit.
Discover Gubei Water Town – a Jiangnan-inspired retreat near Beijing combining historic architecture, cultural experiences, and natural hot springs for perfect 2025 winter escapes.
Beijing’s Grand Canal in Tongzhou comes alive each morning with traditional activities, blending cultural heritage with modern urban life in 2025.
Hong Kong mandates citywide fire safety inspections and arrests contractors after Wang Fuk Court blaze kills 159, with massive relief efforts underway.
Japan’s small firms face record bankruptcies in 2025 amid labor shortages and rising costs, testing PM Takaichi’s economic policies. Analysts warn of structural risks.
As China and Europe mark 50 years of diplomatic ties, leaders outline visions for sustainable cooperation in trade, innovation, and global governance through 2025 and beyond.
China secures fifth consecutive ITTF Mixed Team World Cup win, defeating the Republic of Korea 8-0. Team faces France next in Chengdu.
Zhejiang’s para archers claimed double gold in women’s team compound events at China’s 12th National Para Games, showcasing dominance in both W1 and open categories.
Chinese snooker star Pang Junxu defeats Mark Williams 6-3 at 2025 UK Championship, securing first career quarterfinal berth against Neil Robertson.
A U.S. Thunderbirds F-16C crashed in California’s Mojave Desert on December 3, 2025. The pilot ejected safely; cause under investigation.
