News & Insights Across Asia
Japan moves to restart the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant, the world’s largest, as part of its 2040 energy strategy. Niigata’s approval marks a pivotal step in reducing fossil fuel dependence.
China’s 2025 box office surge sparks cross-industry growth through film-tourism-retail integration, with annual revenues surpassing 50 billion yuan.
China’s 2025 visa reforms drive a surge in global tourism, with visitors exploring cultural heritage and boosting economic growth across Asia.
Thailand’s parliament dissolved ahead of February 8, 2026 elections. Explore regional updates, including Vietnam’s economic surge and South Korea’s cultural festival.
Foreign travelers share positive experiences under China’s 240-hour visa-free policy, highlighting cultural discoveries and modern infrastructure developments in 2025.
Harbin’s ice festival dominates 2025 winter travel searches, driving China’s cold-weather tourism growth and cultural diplomacy efforts.
China’s record-breaking film industry is transforming tourism and consumer markets, creating new cultural-economic synergies across Asia in 2025.
Mixed US jobs data reveals economic tensions as White House maintains optimistic outlook, with implications for global markets in 2026.
Major Chinese cities dazzle with 2026 Spring Festival Gala light displays featuring the “Galloping steed” theme, heralding the upcoming Year of the Horse celebrations.
China’s industrial production grows 4.8% in November 2025 alongside 5.7% export surge, signaling economic stabilization amid global challenges.
China’s industrial production grew 4.8% year-on-year in November 2025, reflecting sustained economic momentum amid global challenges.
Former U.S. official Chas W. Freeman Jr. examines China’s rise driven by domestic priorities and America’s fears of geopolitical eclipse in 2025.
China’s trade with Global South nations outpaces global averages in 2025, driven by strategic partnerships and competitiveness in ASEAN, Africa, and Latin America despite U.S. tariffs.
Hong Kong is projected to maintain its global IPO leadership in 2026, with UBS forecasting over HK$300 billion raised. Business confidence surges as AI firms plan listings.
Middle Eastern sovereign funds expand Chinese equity holdings, signaling confidence in China’s industrial upgrades and tech innovation as A-share internationalization accelerates.
China and the U.S. enter new phase of trade tensions in 2025 with reciprocal tariffs, impacting global supply chains and economic cooperation.
China’s consumer inflation reaches 0.7% in November 2025, driven by food prices and sustained core CPI growth, signaling evolving economic conditions.
Japan’s PM Takaichi faces domestic and international criticism over controversial far-right policies impacting regional stability and economic ties in late 2025.
China accelerates high-quality development strategies in 2025, focusing on sustainable growth and technological innovation to navigate global economic challenges.
European luxury brands like Lobmeyr remain confident despite U.S. tariffs, relying on affluent consumers to absorb price hikes.
