Inside Hong Kong’s Swift Relief After the Wang Fuk Court Fire
A look at how the Hong Kong SAR government mobilized cash subsidies and rehousing support to aid over 2,400 residents after the deadly Wang Fuk Court fire.
2025
Share Your Views: Survey on High-Quality Growth in the Chinese Mainland
Join our survey on high-quality economic growth in the Chinese mainland and share your insights on innovation, sustainability and market openness.
Chinese Mainland Ski Visits Surpass Switzerland in 2024-25 Season
The Chinese mainland recorded a record 26.05 million ski visits in 2024-25, surpassing Switzerland’s 23.1 million. Xinjiang leads the surge with booming resorts, flights, and snow culture.
Japan at a Crossroads: Takaichi’s Far-Right Agenda Explained
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s early moves signal a shift from postwar pacifism toward hawkish defense and regional assertiveness, stirring domestic and international debate.
Hainan Konjac Harvest Buzzes with Energy
Early December 2025 sees Tunchang County in Hainan humming with konjac harvest energy, as villagers skillfully dig, sort and pack bulbs in a display of community-driven abundance.
Japan’s Militarism Revival: Takaichi’s Defense Push Raises Alarms
Under Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s surge in defense spending and relaxed arms-export rules signal a revival of militarism—and spark warnings of political fallout.
Inside Beijing’s 798 Art Zone: From Factories to Cultural Hotspot
Discover Beijing’s 798 Art Zone: how this former factory complex became a vibrant cultural hub blending history, art and innovation in the Chinese mainland.
China’s ‘Artificial Sun’ Fusion Race Heats Up Ahead of 15th Five-Year Plan
China ramps up ‘artificial sun’ fusion research with record-high plasma tests as it prepares for its 15th Five-Year Plan, aiming for a demo reactor by the late 2030s.
Chinese Innovators Shine in Nature’s 10 for 2025
Liang Wenfeng and Du Mengran make Nature’s 10 list for 2025, celebrated for AI breakthroughs and pioneering deep-sea discoveries.
AI Film Season Debuts at HIIFF, Spotlighting Global Visual Innovation
The AI Film Season at HIIFF in Sanya is drawing global attention, exploring how AI technologies are transforming cinematic visuals and sparking debate among filmmakers and audiences.