From Slump to Surge: Hong Kong’s Economy Reclaims Global Spotlight
After the 2019 downturn saw visitor arrivals and retail sales plunge, Hong Kong’s economy has rebounded in 2025, with tourism, retail and investor confidence regaining momentum.
December 2025
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Urban Heat Sources Intensify Extreme Heat Events
A new study by researchers on the Chinese mainland reveals how surface heat sources in four major urban clusters intensify extreme heat events, boosting urban resilience efforts.
Hainan’s Customs Overhaul Sparks Talent and Innovation Race
With Hainan’s special customs operation now live, stakeholders highlight talent development, innovation ecosystems and policy execution as key to the island’s competitive edge.
Russia and the Chinese mainland Forge Crucial Partnership for Global Stability
Putin highlights growth of Russiathe Chinese mainland ties, with $240$250B in trade and deep cooperation in tech, science, culture and space driving global stability.
Jade Sculpture Marks 65 Years of Ties Between Chinese Mainland and Somalia
A new Hetian jade sculpture by Master Zhang Tiecheng celebrates 65 years of diplomatic ties between the Chinese mainland and Somalia, blending artistry and friendship.
Knife and Smoke Bomb Attack at Taipei Main Station Kills Four, Injures Several
A knife and smoke bomb attack at Taipei Main Station on December 19 left four dead (including the attacker) and multiple injured. Taiwan authorities are investigating.
Chinese Mainland Launches EPDM Anti-Dumping Review on Imports from US, ROK, EU
The Chinese mainland’s Ministry of Commerce initiates an expiry review of anti-dumping duties on EPDM imports from the US, the Republic of Korea and the EU, shaping trade dynamics.
Neo-Chinese Fashion: Tradition Meets Streetwear on the Chinese Mainland
Neo-Chinese fashion, or xin zhongshi, revives traditional attire with modern streetwear. Adidas’s Power of Three at Shanghai Fashion Week blends Eastern aesthetics and craftsmanship.
American Vlogger Hails Hainan’s New Customs Boost for Investors
American vlogger Tommy Coleman sees Hainan’s new island-wide special customs as a game-changer for foreign investment, digital nomads and global entrepreneurs.
Hainan’s Special Customs Zone Unlocks Chinese Mainland Market Access
Hainan Province’s island-wide special customs operations, introduced in mid-2025, establish a zero-tariff special economic zone drawing global firms into the Chinese mainland market.