Xiaomi stands as one of China’s biggest semiconductor investors, founder Lei Jun says
Smartphone giant Xiaomi is one of China’s top three investors in semiconductor development on the back of a 10-year, 50 billion yuan (US$6.9 billion)...
‘Highest level’ of Macron’s French government accused of covering up Nestle water scandal
The French government “at the highest level” covered up a scandal over the treatment of mineral water by food giant Nestle, including the iconic...
Ant Group’s global unit pulls in US$3 billion in revenue ahead of spin-off
Jack Ma-backed Ant Group’s international division generated nearly US$3 billion in revenue for 2024, according to people familiar with the matter, setting the stage...
Hong Kong home builders bring new flats to market, seizing on sentiment surge
Hong Kong developers are hastening sales of new residential units at attractive prices amid improving market sentiment and a sharp drop in mortgage rates....
India eyes more rice exports as tensions with Pakistan ease, monsoon starts early
India is looking to increase rice exports following an early start to the monsoon season and de-escalation in tensions with Pakistan, raising hopes that...
Chinese national arrested in Japan over alleged hit-and-run case that injured 4 boys
A Chinese national has been arrested in Japan after allegedly fleeing the scene of a drink-driving incident that injured four schoolboys – the second...
Trump calls to probe Kamala Harris’ celebrity endorsements from Beyoncé, Oprah during election
US President Donald Trump said on Monday he would launch a “major investigation” into his 2024 election rival Kamala Harris over celebrities who backed...
Trump-Xi direct talks needed soon as clock ticks on trade truce: ex-US diplomat
A direct conversation between the leaders of the world’s two most powerful nations must take place as soon as possible, a former senior US...
Cooperation key for proposed Hong Kong waterfront project, officials say
Published: 6:01pm, 19 May 2025Updated: 6:51pm, 19 May 2025 The proposed transformation of an old Hong Kong neighbourhood into a world-class waterfront in the...