When it comes to the Persian Gulf, China’s top priority is economics
Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference at the annual “two sessions” on March 8 was the Chinese government’s most authoritative statement on the war...
CapitaLand Ascendas REIT makes acquisitions in Singapore and Japan
Advancing its portfolio rejuvenation strategy, CLAR is expanding its logistics and business space presence in Singapore while marking a strategic entry into the Japanese...
FCC Bans Foreign-Made Routers Citing National Security Risks
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) banned all imports of foreign-made commercial routers March 23, a move that targets Chinese-linked brands found to pose national...
Asian private equity focused on cash flow as fundraising falls to 12-year low
Private equity investment in the Asia-Pacific region is increasingly flowing into advanced manufacturing and healthcare, as global uncertainties push investors towards businesses with more...
Why the Iran war could be a ‘game-changer’ for EVs – and China’s car industry
Surging oil prices driven by the US-Israel war on Iran could accelerate the global adoption of electric vehicles – a sector that helped China...
Chinese man modifies electric bike, uses dog as power source, draws animal abuse criticism
A Chinese man who was spotted riding a modified electric bicycle powered by his pet dog has faced online allegations of animal abuse. A...
Hong Kong’s national security better protected with changes, experts say
Changes to Hong Kong’s implementation rules for the national security law will improve operational efficiency amid heightened geopolitical risks, experts have said. A legal...
National Guard Troops Deployed to Cities Will Receive Active Duty Benefits, Trump Says
MEMPHIS, Tenn.—President Donald Trump on March 23 informed National Guard members deployed to combat violent crime in Memphis, New Orleans, and Washington, as well...
Japan’s railways to get an earthquake early-warning upgrade
In earthquake-prone Japan, 20 seconds could make a difference in minimising loss of life among train passengers who experience traumatic shaking during a major...