An Early Policy Signal From Beijing Beijing has moved sooner than expected to renew its car trade in subsidy scheme, signaling concern over the outlook for China’s domestic automotive market in 2026. The decision to extend the programme at least a week ahead
The Strategic Meaning of Pax Silica The idea of a US led Pax Silica has emerged as Washington intensifies efforts to secure critical minerals that underpin modern technology and national security. Much like earlier eras defined by oil or maritime power, this strategy
Five taxi drivers in Hong Kong have been arrested over allegations that they exploited a free ride initiative meant to assist victims of a recent residential fire. The arrests have raised concerns about abuse of emergency relief measures and highlighted the challenges authorities
For frequent travelers across Asia, air travel is no longer only about delays or lost luggage. A quieter but increasingly troubling threat has taken hold inside aircraft cabins themselves. In-flight theft, particularly targeting passengers’ carry-on belongings, has become a recurring concern on regional
A Hong Kong property manager who exploited his position of trust to siphon tens of millions of dollars from a residential estate has been sentenced to 18 years in prison. The case has drawn widespread attention for both the scale of the fraud
China’s southern island province of Hainan has recorded a sharp rise in consumer spending following the rollout of a new customs regime that now applies across the entire island. The policy, which took effect last week, appears to have immediately boosted duty-free shopping
China’s highest judicial authority has signaled a clear shift in how the country approaches digital transactions and virtual assets. The Supreme People’s Court of China has stressed the need to strengthen and modernize laws governing digital currencies and virtual property, responding to a
A year that reshaped global trade tensions The United States China trade relationship entered a volatile new phase in 2025, marked by sharp tariff moves political symbolism and renewed diplomatic engagement. After years of tension, the year brought both escalation and cautious attempts
A shift away from debt driven infrastructure growth Several Chinese cities are facing delays to planned subway expansions as central authorities tighten oversight on public spending and local government debt. Analysts say the slowdown reflects a broader policy shift away from the debt
Central bank signals confidence through stronger fixing China’s currency has received a notable boost after the central bank set the yuan’s daily reference rate at its strongest level in more than a year. The move reflects growing momentum in the currency, particularly in
