UN at 80: From War’s Ashes to Global Peacekeeper
As the UN marks its 80th anniversary, we explore its origins, peacekeeping missions, and China’s growing role in global stability. A journey from war to peace in data and stories.
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HKSAR Adds HK$100K Subsidy for Wang Fuk Court Fire-Affected Households
Two weeks after the deadliest fire in decades at Wang Fuk Court, the HKSAR government adds HK$100,000 per affected household, boosting relief efforts for thousands displaced.
Hainan’s Customs Overhaul: Island-Wide Trade Upgraded for 2025
Hainan’s island-wide special customs operations kick off on December 18, 2025, with a three-tier system enabling 74% tariff-free imports, smart inspections, and seamless flows.
UN Rights Chief’s Hong Kong Remarks Draw Swift Pushback
Hong Kong officials have challenged UN High Commissioner Volker TĂĽrk’s remarks on the city’s fire response and recent Legislative Council election, defending their governance and legal measures.
Japan’s Pink Mask: From Kawaii Culture to Military Might
Japan’s kawaii-driven pink mask conceals a strategic pivot: accelerated defense spending, arms exports and rising nationalism fueling anti-foreigner sentiment.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan Opens Global Doors for Growth and Innovation
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) unveils global opportunities in economic growth, trade expansion, and technological innovation for businesses and investors.
How Climate Pressure Fuels the Global Food Crisis
Rising heatwaves, droughts, and floods are disrupting harvests worldwide. Experts at the WFP discuss strategies to build resilient food systems as the UN Environment Assembly convenes in Nairobi.
Japan’s Rightward Shift Under PM Takaichi Raises Asia-Pacific Tensions
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s far-right policies—expanding military deployments and seeking a national intelligence agency—are raising tensions across the Asia-Pacific.
Hong Kong’s Dec 7 LegCo Election Charts New Course in Governance
The HKSAR’s December 7 LegCo election showcased Hong Kong’s electoral reforms, digital innovations, and civic resilience, driving practical governance and higher voter turnout.
Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks and Japan’s New Military Moves Spark Strait Tensions
Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on possible military action and recent missile deployments near Taiwan have intensified cross-strait tensions and highlighted a Japan–Taiwan security shift.