News & Insights Across Asia
China is set to raise its statutory retirement age for the first time in over seventy years in response to increased life expectancy and educational attainment, addressing challenges posed by an aging population.
China’s Finance Ministry has suspended PwC’s operations for six months due to its audit work with troubled property developer China Evergrande Group, and fined its main onshore arm 116 million yuan.
Young artists worldwide are invited to participate in ‘China Through My Eyes,’ a global art initiative encouraging children to share their creative perspectives on China through original artwork.
China is gearing up for a significant surge in travel during the Mid-Autumn Festival, with an estimated 1.8 million daily passenger trips expected. Authorities are implementing measures to ensure smooth travel experiences.
China’s cultural scene flourishes with jazz swinging in Shenyang, London City Ballet’s China tour, and an AR-enhanced Notre-Dame exhibition in Beijing, captivating audiences nationwide.
China’s Ministry of Commerce has released a new report accusing the United States of continued non-compliance with WTO rules, criticizing U.S. policies that undermine multilateral trading systems.
American filmmaker Ana Fernandez Perez reflects on her transformative year teaching in China’s Hunan Province, sharing how the experience left a lasting impact on her life.
China announces zero-tariff treatment for all exports from least developed countries with diplomatic ties, starting December 1, 2024, to promote common development.
The Shenyang Dance Club is revitalizing the city’s cultural scene, offering swing dance as a playful alternative to its industrial reputation.
China unveils an ambitious plan to boost mobile IoT development for ‘Intelligent Connectivity,’ aiming to exceed 3.6 billion connections by 2027 and drive innovation across key industries.
The 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) highlights innovation in service trade, offering insights into emerging sectors and industrial upgrading.
China’s scientific team begins deep ice core drilling on a glacier over 6,000 meters high in Qinghai-Xizang, aiming to unlock ancient climate secrets.
China lifts all foreign investment restrictions in manufacturing and allows wholly foreign-owned hospitals in major cities, marking a significant step in its economic opening and offering vast opportunities for global investors.
China has called on developed nations and international financial institutions to help ease the debt burden on African countries, emphasizing fair and practical cooperation for sustainable development.
Chinese researchers discover new firmoss species, Huperzia crassifolia, in southwest China, showing potential in Alzheimer’s treatment.
China and Norway have established a Dialogue on the Green Transition to enhance cooperation in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable development.
A draft national park law was submitted for the first reading at China’s top legislature, marking the first time the country considers national-level legislation for its national parks.
China and Latin American countries enhance human rights cooperation at the first China-Latin America and Caribbean States Roundtable on Human Rights in Rio de Janeiro, fostering dialogue and mutual learning.
Nepalese student Prabina Basnet shares her experiences and aspirations in China’s electric vehicle industry, highlighting the opportunities and challenges in the competitive Chinese job market.
President Xi Jinping extends heartfelt greetings to educators nationwide on China’s 40th Teachers’ Day, emphasizing the importance of teacher welfare and the nation’s tradition of valuing education.
