Iran war hits China’s sulphur imports as economic fallout from conflict grows
The escalating conflict in the Middle East is having a direct impact on China’s access to sulphur – a raw material for producing fertiliser...
Philippines’ only cockroach expert defends bugs from extinction
A thin band of light from Cristian Lucanas’ headlamp pierces the blackness of a Philippine rainforest as he digs through the underbrush before gently...
As Hong Kong doubles down on innovation, Hongkongers must too
I am not sure everyone in Hong Kong has taken fully on board the breadth and depth of the city’s intended role in the...
China urged to build underground great wall of defence in crisis-hit world
China should build an underground network across its western region to protect key energy and defence facilities, securing long-term reserves while boosting national security...
1 holy month, 1 year’s income: Malaysia’s Ramadan bazaar boom
By late afternoon in Putrajaya, the smell of smoke fills the air. Charcoal pits glow along the side of the road as office workers...
15th five-year plan presents ‘golden strategic period’ for Hong Kong: Paul Chan
Hong Kong’s financial chief has vowed to serve the nation and seize opportunities from the newly unveiled 15th five-year development plan, calling it a...
Demand for change in Turkey cannot be stopped, jailed Istanbul mayor says
Political efforts to cripple Turkey’s main opposition and lock up its presidential candidate will never stifle the people’s frustration with the government and their...
Sri Lanka hospital discharges 22 Iranian sailors rescued after warship sinking
Sri Lanka discharged from hospital 22 Iranian sailors who were plucked from life rafts after their warship was sunk by a US submarine, officials...
Quantum tech breakthrough: China’s double-photon device breaks efficiency ceiling
Chinese scientists have cracked a long-standing puzzle in quantum optics, creating a tiny device that spits out pairs of light particles on demand with...