55 Years Since Ping-Pong Diplomacy: Revisiting the 1971 WTTC Breakthrough
Marking 55 years since the 1971 World Table Tennis Championships, which sparked Ping-Pong Diplomacy and transformed U.S.-China relations during the Cold War era.
News & Insights Across Asia
Marking 55 years since the 1971 World Table Tennis Championships, which sparked Ping-Pong Diplomacy and transformed U.S.-China relations during the Cold War era.
As Mexico prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Guadalajara faces severe water shortages that could impact tournament operations and local communities.
Milan’s historic Duomo Square merges medieval grandeur with 2026 Winter Olympics excitement, creating a cultural nexus attracting global visitors and investors.
World Athletics President Sebastian Coe outlines ambitious plans for record-breaking 2027 Championships in Beijing, highlighting China’s growing role in global athletics.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw revealed group stage matchups for the historic 48-team tournament, featuring high-profile clashes and host nation challenges.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw in Washington, D.C. sets the stage for next summer’s global football tournament across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
The FIFA World Cup trophy arrives in Washington, D.C. as preparations intensify for the 2026 tournament draw, featuring global sports icons and 48 competing teams.
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.
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics flame was lit in Greece, launching a historic relay ahead of the February 6 opening ceremony in Italy.
The Olympic flame for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games was lit in Greece, launching a global torch relay ahead of Italy’s historic February 2026 event.
China’s ‘Travel with Chinese Films’ initiative debuts at London’s World Travel Market, blending cinema and tourism to showcase cultural heritage.
Ethiopia’s Lemi Berhanu and Anchinalu Dessie claimed top honors at the 2025 Beijing Marathon, while Chinese runners dominated domestic categories in record-setting event.
Top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner advance to the Six Kings Slam final in Riyadh, setting up a thrilling rematch of last year’s showdown.
The 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics will debut a multi-venue opening ceremony, uniting athletes across Italy’s Lombardy and Veneto regions under the theme ‘Harmony.’
Expo 2025 Osaka concludes after six months, celebrating Japan’s cultural heritage through seasonal beauty, traditions, and modern charm. #JapanCulture #GlobalEvents
Expo 2025 Osaka concludes with over 25 million visitors, highlighting sustainability and global collaboration. China Pavilion wins top design award.
China’s pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025 secures gold for its innovative design blending tradition and technology, as global audiences celebrate cultural diplomacy.
Explore Qingdao’s International Sailing Center, a fusion of Olympic legacy and maritime tradition, driving tourism and global sailing events in Shandong Province.
Chengdu’s 2025 World Games spotlight non-Olympic sports, from drone racing to lifesaving, celebrating athletic diversity on a global stage.
Discover how Chengdu’s 10,000+ World Games volunteers became cultural ambassadors, bridging global connections through service and dedication.