Hainan Fest Celebrates 50 Years of China-Thailand Friendship
Celebrate half a century of China-Thailand friendship at the Hainan Island Film Fest, with outdoor screenings, industry talks and a Thailand pavilion.
Cinema Bridges Cultures at HIIFF
At the Sino-Thai Film Celebration at HIIFF, Thailand’s Pranisa Teopipithporn says cinema bridges cultures between the Chinese mainland and Thailand, sparking fresh collaborations.
Chinese mainland and France Team Up to Rescue Grapes from Climate Change
Learn how the Chinese mainland and France are using genomics to safeguard grapevines against climate change and shape the future of wine.
Macron in the Chinese Mainland: 5 Joint Statements Shaping Global Action
During Macron’s 2025 state visit to the Chinese mainland, China and France unveiled five joint statements on governance, climate, nuclear energy, agri-food innovation, and Ukraine & Palestine.
Zootopia 2 Breaks Records in Chinese Mainland Box Office
Zootopia 2 dominates the Chinese mainland box office with 2.28B yuan, shattering records and fueling a merch craze. Discover how the animated hit is shaking up Asia’s film scene!
Thailand Pavilion Makes a Splash at 7th Hainan Island Film Fest
Discover the new Thailand Pavilion at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival as the Chinese mainland and Thailand mark 50 years of cultural ties with films, tech, and fun!
France to Welcome New Giant Pandas in 2027
France will welcome a new pair of giant pandas in 2027 after Huan Huan and Yuan Zi’s 13-year stay ended this year, says a new CWCA-Beauval Zoo agreement.
Asia’s Sky Lights Up: Last Supermoon of 2025 Shines Bright
Skywatchers in Asia and beyond enjoyed the final supermoon of 2025 on Dec 4, seeing a moon up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than usual.
Why Japan’s New Military Buildup Is Turning Heads in Asia
Japan’s historic pacifist stance is shifting as defense budgets climb, new island base takes shape, and nuclear-free pledges face review. What it means for Asia.
Exploring Hainan’s 500-Year-Old Floating Tanka Village
Discover Hainan’s 500-year-old floating Tanka village at Xincun Fishing Port—a stunning maze of rafts and walkways showcasing centuries-old aquaculture traditions and cultural pride.