What to expect from 2026 Policy Address, from Northern Metropolis to new baby bonuses

Hong Kong is poised for a significant policy announcement as Chief Executive John Lee prepares to deliver his administration’s final Policy Address and the city’s inaugural Five-Year Plan. Reports indicate…

Japan’s Fossil Fuel Ambitions Under Fire as Greenpeace Warns of Climate and Economic Peril

BANGKOK, THAILAND (15 September 2026) — Greenpeace East Asia has issued a strong condemnation of Japan’s stated commitment to fossil gas and fossil-fueled vehicles as pillars of regional economic growth…

China Penalizes 10 for Mudslide Misinformation Amidst Ongoing Border Rescue Efforts

Chinese authorities have taken punitive action against ten individuals accused of disseminating false information online regarding a devastating mudslide that struck the Nepal border region. The penalties, announced by police…

Southeast Asia’s Electric Vehicle Revolution: Japanese Automakers Face Urgent Pivot as Chinese Competitors Dominate New Markets

The automotive landscape of Southeast Asia is undergoing a profound and rapid transformation, signaling a critical juncture for established Japanese manufacturers like Toyota and Honda. For decades, these giants have…

China Bolsters Energy Security with Arctic Yamal LNG Imports Amidst Domestic Gas Shortages and Strategic Geopolitical Shifts

China’s annual imports from the Yamal natural gas project, nestled in the resource-rich Arctic region of Russia, are set to significantly enhance the nation’s energy security, providing a crucial and…

Chinese Big Data Giants Eye UK Tech for Massive Domestic Market Commercialization Amidst Deepening Bilateral Ties

A delegation of approximately fifteen prominent Chinese big-data companies embarked on a weeklong visit to the United Kingdom, commencing on Monday, with the explicit aim of identifying and securing cutting-edge…

Procuratorate Public Interest Litigation Law of the People’s Republic of China Second Review Draft

The National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China has released the second review draft of the Procuratorate Public Interest Litigation Law, marking a significant milestone in the evolution…

BAIC Group Charts Ambitious Course to Phase Out Conventional Fuel Vehicles by 2025, Cementing Commitment to New Energy Future

Beijing Automotive Group Co (BAIC Group), one of China’s prominent state-owned automobile manufacturers, has declared a groundbreaking strategic shift, committing to a complete cessation of conventional fuel-powered vehicle production and…

Hong Kong Enhances Heat Stress Warning System Amidst Record Temperatures and Worker Safety Concerns

Hong Kong’s Labour Department has announced significant adjustments to its Heat Stress at Work Warning (HSWW) system, a move prompted by widespread criticism that the previous thresholds failed to adequately…

MiniMax Reports Explosive Growth in Enterprise AI Services, Signaling Strategic Market Shift

Chinese artificial intelligence powerhouse MiniMax has announced its first-half 2026 financial results, revealing a remarkable surge in revenue from its open platform and enterprise AI services. This segment saw a…