Toyota Shareholders Re-elect Akio Toyoda as Chairman, Back New CEO Kenta Kon Amid Ongoing Debate on Electrification Strategy

TOKYO – In a significant decision shaping the future trajectory of one of the world’s largest automakers, Toyota Motor Corporation shareholders at its Annual Ordinary General Shareholders’ Meeting in Toyota…

Britain, EU could strike trade deal within a year, says Brexit chief

Brexit Secretary David Davis expressed optimism on Sunday, stating that the likelihood of Britain leaving the European Union without a trade agreement has significantly diminished following a pivotal agreement reached…

Industry Leaders Call for Scientific Rigor and Phased Implementation in Taiwan Tobacco Regulatory Reforms

The landscape of tobacco regulation in Taiwan is undergoing a significant transformation as the government moves to tighten controls on product additives, fiscal surcharges, and illicit trade. While the tobacco…

Thousands Missing as Tsunami-Like Deluge Engulfs Himalayan Villages

Rescuers in Nepal and China were locked in a desperate Saturday battle to locate thousands of people still missing days after a catastrophic, tsunami-like wall of water and debris surged…

The Unlikely Blockbuster: How a "Crude" Chinese Animation, "Niu Lai," Became a Viral Sensation and Box Office Darling

A low-budget Chinese animated film, initially met with widespread mockery for its rudimentary visuals, has defied all expectations to become a viral hit and a surprising box office success, drawing…

Jack Ma Foundation Pledges $45 Million Over Next Decade to Boost Rural Teaching Workforce

The Jack Ma Foundation has announced a significant commitment to enhance the quality of rural education in China, pledging to invest at least 300 million yuan (approximately $45 million USD)…

China’s Yamal LNG Imports Bolster Energy Security Amidst Domestic Gas Shortages and Deepen Arctic Strategic Cooperation

China’s annual imports from the Yamal natural gas project, situated in the resource-rich Arctic region, are poised to significantly enhance the nation’s energy security through a sustained increase in natural…

Global NGOs Demand Hyundai Motor Group Align Climate Pledges with Tangible Action Ahead of FIFA World Cup

A coalition of international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) has issued a strong call to Euisun Chung, Executive Chair of Hyundai Motor Group, urging the automotive giant to demonstrate genuine commitment to…

Arab Foreign Ministers Demand US Rescind Jerusalem Decision Amidst Regional Outcry

Arab foreign ministers convened in Cairo on Sunday, issuing a strong demand for the United States to reverse President Donald Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.…

Wang Fuk Court Buyback Nears Completion as Over 96% of Homeowners Accept Government Offer

More than 96 percent of homeowners at the fire-ravaged Wang Fuk Court have committed to selling their flats to the government under an official buyback scheme, with the deadline for…