Taiwan Tobacco Industry Urges Scientific Rigor and Regulatory Predictability Amid Evolving Policy Landscape
The regulatory environment for tobacco products in Taiwan is entering a critical phase of transition as the government moves to finalize new restrictions on additives and considers adjustments to the…
Pokemon Go’s Augmented Reality Event Draws Thousands to Hong Kong Amidst Booming Trading Card Market
On a sweltering July weekend, the bustling shopping district of Tsim Sha Tsui in Hong Kong became the epicenter of a digital treasure hunt, as thousands of enthusiasts converged to…
Japan’s 20th Asian Games Open Amidst Troubled Preparations and a Scale Unmatched by the Olympics
The 20th Asian Games officially commenced on Saturday, September 19, 2026, with Emperor Naruhito of Japan declaring the multi-sport spectacle open. This grand inauguration, however, arrived on the heels of…
Hong Kong Mourns Tung Chee-hwa, First Post-Colonial Leader, Amidst Reflections on a Tumultuous Tenure
Hong Kong officials and a broad spectrum of the public gathered on Sunday, September 20, 2026, to commemorate the life and legacy of Tung Chee-hwa, the city’s first post-colonial chief…
Hong Kong’s "City Brain" AI System: A New Era for Urban Management, Official Assures Privacy
Hong Kong is embarking on an ambitious technological transformation with the planned rollout of a HK$200 million artificial intelligence (AI) "City Brain" system. Aimed at revolutionizing urban management and enhancing…
Greenpeace Flashes “Red Card” to FIFA World Cup Sponsor Hyundai Over Systemic Supply Chain Abuses and EV Backtrack – Greenpeace East Asia
SEOUL – In a dramatic escalation of pressure on one of the world’s largest automotive manufacturers, Greenpeace activists unfurled symbolic "red cards" at the Hyundai Motor Group headquarters today, directly…
AmCham Taiwan Committee Outlines Strategic Roadmap for Digital Resilience and Technological Leadership in 2025 White Paper
The Digital Economy and Technology Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan has issued a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at fortifying the island’s technological infrastructure and regulatory…
The Passing of Justice William Gummow, a Respected Jurist on Hong Kong’s Highest Court
The Hong Kong legal community is mourning the loss of Justice William Gummow, a distinguished Non-Permanent Judge of the Court of Final Appeal (CFA), who passed away at the age…
AmCham Taiwan Retail Committee Calls for Regulatory Reforms and Digital Modernization to Strengthen Reciprocal Trade Framework
The Retail Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan has issued a comprehensive set of recommendations aimed at refining the nation’s business climate, urging the government to prioritize…
Macau Concludes First National Security Trial Behind Closed Doors as Former Lawmaker Faces Subversion Charges
Macau’s Court of First Instance confirmed on Friday that the territory has concluded its inaugural national security trial, a process held entirely behind closed doors. The proceedings, which began earlier…
















