Bali: Flights canceled after Mount Agung erupts
Jakarta – A volcanic eruption on the Indonesian island of Bali has resulted in the cancellation of some flights overnight, Reuters reports. The eruption of Mount Agung on Friday lasted for four minutes and 30 seconds, the Indonesian National Board … Continue reading Bali: Flights canceled after Mount Agung erupts
IMF warns of trade dispute disruptions
Beijing – Escalating disputes between China and the United States could significantly weaken sentiment in business and financial markets, disrupt global supply chains and create an economic drag this year, the International Monetary Fund warned on Friday. The IMF research, … Continue reading IMF warns of trade dispute disruptions
China to end subsidies for onshore wind power by 2021
Shanghai – China will end subsidies for new onshore wind power projects at the start of 2021, with renewable projects set to compete on an equal footing with coal- and gas-fired electricity, the country’s state planning agency said on Friday. … Continue reading China to end subsidies for onshore wind power by 2021
China: Progress on African swine fever vaccine
Beijing – China will start work on clinical trials of an African swine fever vaccine, state media said on Friday, as the disease continues to spread through the world’s biggest hog herd. State-owned Harbin Veterinary Research Institute has found two … Continue reading China: Progress on African swine fever vaccine
Panda Asian Food Festival kicks off in Chengdu
Chengdu – The Chengdu Panda Asian Food Festival kicked off on May 15 in Chengdu, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan province, attracting foodies and gourmands from across the world eager to taste traditional Sichuan cuisine and delicacies from other parts … Continue reading Panda Asian Food Festival kicks off in Chengdu