Chinese authorities have opened an investigation into allegations that valuable artworks were stolen from a major state run museum and quietly sold on the private market, a case that has triggered widespread debate about how cultural treasures are protected and managed. The inquiry
The United States has formally identified China’s semiconductor industry strategy as a significant economic risk, while postponing the full impact of new tariffs on Chinese chips until mid 2027. The decision reflects Washington’s growing concern over Beijing’s industrial policies, even as it leaves
YF Capital, a private equity firm backed by Chinese billionaire Jack Ma, has taken a minority stake in Shanghai based memory chip developer InnoStar Semiconductor, adding momentum to China’s push to strengthen its domestic semiconductor industry. According to updated corporate records, Hainan Yunfeng
India’s decision to partially suspend visa services in Bangladesh has highlighted New Delhi’s growing unease over political instability and security conditions in its eastern neighbour, with analysts warning that the move could further strain already fragile bilateral relations. On Sunday, Indian authorities announced
French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed that France will move ahead with the construction of a new aircraft carrier, officially approving plans to replace the country’s current flagship, the nuclear powered Charles de Gaulle. Speaking on Sunday, Macron said he had given the
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has called on Jews living in Western countries to relocate to Israel, warning that rising antisemitism has made life increasingly unsafe in many parts of the world. His remarks came one week after a deadly shooting at a
China’s record breaking trade surplus could invite a stronger protectionist response from global partners next year, potentially complicating Beijing’s efforts to achieve its economic growth targets in 2026, according to a new report by U.S. based researchers. In the first eleven months of
China’s Lin Yuxin has taken a major step forward in his professional career after finishing top of the Asian Tour Qualifying School in Thailand, earning full playing status for the 2026 season and confirming his place among the region’s rising golf talents. Lin
The International Swimming League has announced plans to make a comeback as early as 2026, aiming to revive its global team based competition after a three year pause caused by the Covid 19 pandemic and geopolitical fallout from the war in Ukraine. Launched
Chinese technology company Baidu is preparing to bring its autonomous driving technology to the streets of London after announcing partnerships with ride hailing platforms Uber and Lyft. The collaboration marks a major step in the global expansion of Chinese robotaxi developers and places
