Asia
China-Russia Trade Surges by Nearly 20 Percent in Early 2026
The economic partnership between China and Russia is stronger than ever. During a regular press briefing on Thursday, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced that
Sri Lanka’s Inflation Rises to 4.7 Percent as Rupee Weakens
Sri Lanka’s inflation jumped sharply in April, driven by a rapidly weakening currency and more expensive non-food items. The country’s Department of Census and Statistics
China Reaffirms Friendly Ties with Moldova, Demurring on Ukraine War
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with visiting Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister Mihai Popsoi in Beijing on Thursday. Following the high-level meeting, the Chinese Foreign
BofA Warns Foreign Exodus From Indian Stocks Will Extend Into 2027
Foreign investors are dumping Indian stocks at a record-breaking pace, and the massive selloff will likely stretch into next year. According to a new report
Putin Leaves Beijing Without Gas Pipeline Deal as China Gains Leverage
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up his high-stakes visit to Beijing on Wednesday. He left with warm declarations of endless friendship and a stack of
Chinese Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Transform Global Physical Therapy
The Global Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Network Summit opened its doors in Shanghai on May 13, 2026. Chinese technology firms used the event to demonstrate
Japan Plans Massive 3.1 Billion Dollar Subsidy for Summer Energy Bills
Japan plans to spend a massive amount of money to help families pay their energy bills this summer. A government source revealed on Thursday that
Asian Tech Suppliers See Massive Stock Gains After Nvidia Earnings
Nvidia just released its first-quarter earnings report, and the results sent a massive shockwave across global financial markets. Asian technology companies that supply parts to
US Military Plans New Missile System Deployment to Japan Despite Local Backlash
The United States military intends to deploy its advanced Typhon mid-range missile launcher and the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) to southwestern Japan next
China and Russia Extend Friendship Treaty During Beijing Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to extend their national friendship treaty on Wednesday. The two leaders promised to build stronger
Japan Rejects Unfounded Remilitarization Claims from China and Russia
A top Japanese government official forcefully rejected recent complaints from China and Russia on Thursday morning. The 2 neighboring countries accused Japan of rapidly remilitarizing
BTS Returns to American Music Awards for First Live Appearance in Five Years
The massive K-pop supergroup BTS will make a highly anticipated return to the American Music Awards this year. Event organizers released the official news on
China and Russia Warn Japan Against Remilitarization During Beijing Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing on Wednesday. Following their talks, the two leaders issued a strong joint statement
China Hosts 2026 Internet Civilization Conference to Guide Safe AI
Organizers hosted a major technology forum on Tuesday in Nanning, a bustling city located in south China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The special event took
South Korean Oil Tanker Escapes Strait of Hormuz After War Blockade
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun delivered major news to his country on Wednesday. He announced that a large South Korean oil tanker is currently
China and Russia Strengthen Strategic Partnership During Beijing Summit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing on Wednesday. The two leaders celebrated their strong strategic ties. Putin hopes to
Taiwan Tech Stocks Surge as Macquarie Picks Top Artificial Intelligence Winners
Artificial intelligence requires immense computing power, and Taiwan currently builds the physical hardware that makes this advanced technology possible. The global financial firm Macquarie recently
China and the US Reach Broad Trade Agreements on Tariffs and Rare Earths
On Wednesday, China’s Ministry of Commerce shared the early results of its latest economic and trade meetings with the United States. Government officials from both
Russian and Chinese Leaders Hold High-Stakes Summit Following Trump Visit
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet for a major summit in Beijing this Wednesday. The two leaders plan to discuss
Russian President Arrives in Beijing for Key Talks with Xi Jinping
Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing for a crucial two-day state visit. A large crowd of young Chinese children waving bright national flags welcomed
Gold Prices Drop as Markets Watch United States and Iran Ceasefire Talks
Gold prices took a noticeable hit on Tuesday, wiping out most of the gains investors saw the day before. The precious metal bounced around during
BYD Ships 5,000 Electric Cars to Australia to Meet Demand
Chinese car maker BYD is shipping new vehicles to Australian buyers by the boatload. Right now, almost 5,000 new BYD cars sail toward Australia on
Chinese Leader Xi Jinping Hosts Vladimir Putin for Energy Talks
Chinese President Xi Jinping will host Russian President Vladimir Putin for a 2-day summit this week. This marks the 25th official visit to China for
Vladimir Putin Praises Record Trade and Strong Ties Ahead of China Visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a video address on Tuesday, May 19. He spoke directly to the public just before leaving for his state visit