China’s leadership has issued a fresh warning to local officials against blindly following popular policy trends, cautioning that herd behaviour could worsen what authorities describe as involution, a cycle of excessive competition that erodes profits and undermines sustainable economic growth. The message was
In the tense waters of the South China Sea, it is increasingly coast guard vessels rather than naval warships that are defining how disputes unfold. When ships from China and the Philippines encounter each other near Second Thomas Shoal, the scenes are often
China’s booming pet economy is entering an unexpected new phase as rising concern over overweight cats pushes pharmaceutical firms to explore weight loss treatments designed specifically for felines. What began as a social media obsession with adorably pudgy pets is now prompting serious
A former Chinese shooting star who once stood at the pinnacle of international competition has been sentenced to a decade in prison after being found guilty of smuggling gun parts into mainland China via Hong Kong, a case that has triggered intense debate
Chinese speed skating icon Wu Dajing has announced his retirement from professional competition after failing to qualify for the 2026 Winter Olympics, bringing an end to one of the most celebrated careers in China’s winter sports history. Wu confirmed his decision following recent
The United States’ bold strike in Venezuela that resulted in the removal and capture of President Nicolás Maduro has reverberated far beyond Latin America, prompting heightened concern across Asia about Washington’s foreign policy direction and its implications for regional alignments. The incident has
The Philippines has launched an investigation into allegations that a Chinese dredging vessel operated in its waters while cycling through dozens of different identities, raising fresh concerns about maritime transparency and security in the contested South China Sea. The inquiry follows claims by
Chinese researchers say a newly developed stealth design platform known as PADJ X has identified potential configuration vulnerabilities in the B 21 bomber, underscoring how advanced simulation tools are reshaping the way next generation military aircraft are evaluated even when detailed specifications remain
China has added two more senior Taiwanese officials to its sanctions list, intensifying pressure on what it describes as “stubborn Taiwan independence figures” and underlining the continued deterioration in cross strait relations. The move reflects Beijing’s growing willingness to use targeted political measures
Beijing has sharply criticised the United States after President Donald Trump’s recent actions in Venezuela, accusing Washington of blatant interference in another sovereign nation’s affairs and violating international law. China’s response underscores rising tensions over geopolitics, energy and influence as global powers scrutinise
