Sudan Remains World’s Worst Humanitarian Crisis as Aid Group Warns of Growing Global Emergency

Sudan has once again been ranked as the world’s most severe humanitarian crisis, topping an international watch list for the third consecutive year as conflict continues to devastate the country and push millions deeper into desperation. The International Rescue Committee said on Tuesday

China Weighs Brazil and US Supplies as Soybean Self Sufficiency Push Reshapes Trade

China’s soybean supply strategy is entering a new phase as the country seeks to balance its heavy reliance on imports with a growing push for domestic self sufficiency. While Brazil and the United States remain China’s two most important overseas suppliers, long term

Finnish Prime Minister Apologises to East Asia After MPs’ Racist Gesture Sparks Diplomatic Fallout

Finland’s prime minister Petteri Orpo has issued a formal apology to people in Japan, China, and South Korea after a group of Finnish lawmakers caused outrage by posting images widely viewed as racist toward East Asian communities. The incident has sparked domestic criticism

Chen Yuxi Honoured as World Aquatics Female Diver of the Year After Remarkable 2025 Season

China’s Chen Yuxi has been named World Aquatics Female Diving Athlete of the Year, capping a dominant season that further cemented her status as one of the most accomplished divers of her generation. The award was announced on Wednesday, with Australia’s Cassiel Rousseau

Hong Kong Exchange Eases Public Float Rules to Bolster Global Financial Hub Ambitions

Hong Kong’s stock exchange has unveiled significant changes to its public float requirements, a move aimed at improving market liquidity, attracting high quality companies, and reinforcing the city’s position as a leading global financial centre. Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing, the operator of

Wealthy Chinese Cool on Trump Gold Card Residency Plan as Doubts Mount

Early interest among wealthy Chinese in US President Donald Trump’s proposed gold card immigration programme appears to be fading, as questions over security screening, legal uncertainty, and limited practical benefits temper initial enthusiasm. When Trump first floated the idea earlier this year, promising

AMD Chief Lisa Su Signals Deeper Commitment to China During Beijing Talks

Advanced Micro Devices chief executive Lisa Su has signaled plans to deepen the US chipmaker’s engagement in China following high level talks with the country’s industry leadership, underscoring the continued importance of the Chinese market to global semiconductor firms despite geopolitical headwinds. Su

Jimmy Lai Conviction Casts Shadow Over China UK Relations Ahead of Starmer Visit

The conviction of Hong Kong media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai has injected new tension into already fragile relations between China and the United Kingdom, raising fresh questions about how Prime Minister Keir Starmer will manage ties with Beijing as he prepares for a planned

India Watches Closely as US Deepens Defence and Minerals Cooperation With Pakistan

A renewed phase of cooperation between the United States and Pakistan is drawing close attention in New Delhi, as Washington moves to strengthen defence ties and expand engagement in critical minerals projects with Islamabad. While US officials have sought to reassure India that

Border Tensions Between Thailand and Cambodia Cast Shadow Over Peak Tourism Season

Rising tensions along the Thai Cambodian border are beginning to take a visible toll on tourism, just as both countries enter what is typically the busiest and most profitable period of the year. With security concerns growing and government measures tightening, travelers are