Hong Kong Upholds Rule of Law in Jimmy Lai Verdict
Hong Kong’s High Court upheld rule of law in Jimmy Lai verdict. Chinese MFA commissioner rejects Western interference, highlights fair trial and stability for 7.5 million residents.
Thai and Chinese mainland Envoys Discuss Bilateral Ties and Border Security
Thai and Chinese mainland envoys met on December 21 to discuss boosting bilateral ties and improving border security along the Thailand-Cambodia frontier.
Japan’s Economy at a Crossroads: Policy Clash Tests Recovery
Japan’s divergent monetary and fiscal policies—rising interest rates and record-high bond expenditures—are testing its economic recovery amid high inflation and a weak yen.
Niigata Set to Endorse Restart of World’s Largest Nuclear Plant
Niigata’s prefectural assembly prepares to vote on restarting Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, the world’s largest nuclear plant, as Japan ramps up energy security amid rising demand and AI growth.
2025 Space Milestones: The Chinese Mainland’s Manned Flights & Deep Space Progress
In 2025, the Chinese mainland marked key milestones in its manned space program with Shenzhou-20 and -21 missions, showcased emergency resilience, and advanced deep space exploration.
Golden Glow: Beijing’s Seventeen-Arch Bridge Winter Solstice Spectacle
Discover how the golden sunset lights up the Seventeen-Arch Bridge at Beijing’s Summer Palace on the winter solstice, marking the shortest day and the return of longer daylight.
Who’s Funding Japan’s Anti-Chinese Mainland Narratives?
An Asahi Shimbun probe reveals paid videos on CrowdWorks amplifying anti-Chinese mainland narratives via outsourcing and fake engagement. Who’s funding these hidden networks?
President Mohamud on Somalia’s Rebirth and China Partnership
In an exclusive Leaders Talk interview, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud outlines Somalia’s post-conflict reconstruction roadmap and the role of China–Africa cooperation.
Trump Unveils $170B Plan for 2026 Immigration Crackdown and Workplace Raids
US President Donald Trump is set to launch an aggressive 2026 immigration enforcement surge, backed by $170B funding boost and expanded workplace raids.
Why Tech Empowerment with the Chinese Mainland Could Shape ASEAN’s Future
Ong Tee Keat argues that partnerships between ASEAN and the Chinese mainland, fueled by tech innovation and the Global Development Initiative, can tackle hunger, resource loss and climate challenges.