Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis
BANGKOK – The abduction of Chinese actor Wang Xing in Thailand has dealt a significant blow to the country’s tourism industry, particularly ahead of the peak Lunar New Year travel season. Wang’s disappearance from Mae Sot, a Thai border city, … Continue reading Chinese Actor’s Abduction Sparks Tourism Crisis
China introduces fastest high-speed train
BEIJING – China has recently unveiled the CR450, the fastest commercial high-speed train in the world. Developed by CRRC Corporation Limited, the new train reaches a top speed of 450 km/h and is expected to reduce travel time on the … Continue reading China introduces fastest high-speed train
NVIDIA Unveils Revolutionary Tiny AI Supercomputer
SANTA CLARA/USA – In a groundbreaking move that could redefine the landscape of artificial intelligence and robotics, NVIDIA has unveiled its latest innovation—a compact AI supercomputer designed to deliver a staggering 70 trillion operations per second (TOPS) at an accessible … Continue reading NVIDIA Unveils Revolutionary Tiny AI Supercomputer
ITB China 2025 Travel Trends Report to be released
SHANGHAI – Unlocking the future of Chinese travel: Groundbreaking insights into China’s outbound and inbound travel markets for 2025/2026 are to be unveiled at ITB China 2025, 27 – 29 May in Shanghai. ITB China, organized at the Shanghai World … Continue reading ITB China 2025 Travel Trends Report to be released
BYD Vice President: E-mobility in Germany is at risk
SHENZHEN – In an interview with the Italian media outlet “Motor 1,” Stella Li, Vice President of the Chinese electric car manufacturer BYD, sharply criticized the current conditions for electric mobility in Germany. Rising electricity prices and political uncertainty were … Continue reading BYD Vice President: E-mobility in Germany is at risk
China Announces Stringent Mineral Export Restrictions
BEIJING – In a bold response to the escalating tech trade war, China has unveiled its most stringent set of export controls yet on critical minerals, signaling a dramatic shift in global supply chains that could have far-reaching economic and … Continue reading China Announces Stringent Mineral Export Restrictions
Star Alliance Unveils First Lounge in Guangzhou
GUANGZHOU – Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, has opened its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China. Starting today, the lounge will be available to First and Business class passengers, and Star … Continue reading Star Alliance Unveils First Lounge in Guangzhou
China Extends Visa-Free Entry Until December 2025
BEIJING – In a move aimed at bolstering international ties and tourism, China has announced the extension of its visa-free entry policy for citizens of 12 countries, including France, until the end of 2025. Initially introduced in December 2023, the … Continue reading China Extends Visa-Free Entry Until December 2025
Laos-China Railway: Record Growth in Passenger Volume
VIENTIANE—The Laos-China Railway has reached a significant milestone, transporting a total of 3 million passengers in the first ten months of 2024, marking a 44.4% increase in passenger volume compared to previous years. This surge in ridership highlights the rail … Continue reading Laos-China Railway: Record Growth in Passenger Volume
BRICS: Path to a new global monetary order?
KAZAN – Recent discussions at the BRICS summit in Kazan, Tatarstan, could set the stage for a new era in the global financial landscape. The debate around a common currency, supplemented by digital payment systems like BRICS Pay and cryptocurrencies, … Continue reading BRICS: Path to a new global monetary order?