China’s calls to open Hormuz show the limits of its ties to Iran, experts say
While China has begun to put pressure on Iran to end its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, its statements have been carefully worded,...
With Meta-Manus AI deal ‘difficult’ to undo, how will Beijing exert its authority?
It could be “time-consuming”, “complex” and “difficult” for Meta Platforms to unwind its acquisition of Manus, an artificial intelligence start-up that originated in China,...
UAE to leave Opec, Opec+ oil groups, for national interest, global demand
The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday that it will leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and the wider Opec+ alliance...
Japan’s revised security policy to get ‘more aggressive’: Chinese expert
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has started the process of overhauling the country’s major security policies, arguing that Japan must boost its military power...
Canada’s push to rebuild ties with China hits a snag: a lack of direct flights
Canada plans to allow more flight connections to China, as it seeks to rebuild ties with Beijing and capitalise on rising demand for Canadian...
MTR Corporation using AR technology to fast-track work on Northern Link station
Hong Kong’s railway operator has deployed augmented reality (AR) technology to speed up construction of a station on a new link serving the Northern...
US green power growth to hit another record in 2026, despite Trump, says report
US clean energy installations are forecast to hit another record this year – and account for the vast majority of new power additions –...
Leading by example or showmanship? Singapore politicians’ train rides split opinion
Social media posts of Singapore politicians taking public transport amid the global energy crisis have divided public opinion online, with some users hailing the...
Hong Kong police arrest man after fire inside sports store injures staff member
A man has been arrested on suspicion of setting fire to clothing inside a Decathlon store in Hong Kong, injuring a shop worker who...