VEX Asia Open: World’s Largest Robotics Competition Kicks Off in Beijing
The 2025-2026 VEX Robotics Asia Open in Beijing, the world’s largest robotics competition, unites over 600 teams and 3,500 students from nearly 30 countries and regions.
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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 FTP Rolls Out Island-wide Special Customs to Boost Global Trade
On December 18, 2025, Hainan FTP launched island-wide special customs operations, streamlining cross-border flows and attracting global investment in a new era of opening-up.
Japanese Firms in the Chinese Mainland Navigate Dual Pressures
Japanese enterprises in the Chinese mainland face geopolitical uncertainty and fierce local competition, pushing them to innovate and adapt.
Scenario-Based Tech Sparks New Growth on the Chinese Mainland
Scenario-based applications are powering a new wave of high-quality growth on the Chinese mainland by integrating AI, emerging industries and local strengths.
Blending Tradition and Innovation in the Chinese Mainland’s Mental Health Care
From acupuncture to AI diagnostics, the Chinese mainland is reshaping mental health care by fusing ancient wisdom with cutting-edge technology.
International Talent Fuels Hainan’s Education Opening
Diverse international talents are driving Hainan’s education opening as the island aims to become China’s hub for talent and innovation, says German lecturer Chiara Bruno.
Chinese mainland and Singapore Deepen BRI & Innovation Ties
On 15 December in Chongqing, the Chinese mainland and Singapore held four council meetings, vowing to deepen Belt & Road ties, spur innovation and uphold the multilateral trading system.
EU Overhauls Pharma Rules to Reward Antibiotic Innovation
The EU has struck a provisional deal to extend market protections and offer transferable vouchers for antibiotic developers, aiming to tackle antimicrobial resistance and boost drug innovation.
Sealing Off to Open Up: Hainan’s Bid to Be a Top-Tier Trade Hub
Hainan is shedding its resort image to emerge as a global trade hub. New customs pilots, tech clusters and sustainability drive its bid to rival Hong Kong and Singapore.