Maintenance Workers Among 159 Victims of Hong Kong’s Wang Fuk Court Fire
A tragic fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po has claimed 159 lives and left 31 missing. Maintenance workers were among the victims, with families receiving HKD 20,000 support.
High-Tech Relief: New Supplies Power Hong Kong’s Fire Response
Discover how lighting drones, exoskeletons and more from the Chinese mainland are powering Hong Kong’s fire relief operations this week.
Wang Fuk Court fire fund tops HK$2.8B after Tai Po blaze
The HKSAR government reports donations to the Wang Fuk Court Support Fund have reached HK$2.8 billion after the Tai Po fire, with living subsidies raised to HK$100,000 per household.
Hong Kong Fire Relief: 1,900 Relocated as Recovery Continues
As of Dec 5, 2025, 1,900 residents have been relocated following the Wang Fuk Court fire. The HKSAR government’s Emergency Accommodation Working Group offers free temporary housing and transport.
Putin Vows Donbas Takeover as EU Eyes Frozen Assets for Ukraine
Putin warns of a forceful Donbas takeover as the EU plans to tap frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine’s defence amid ongoing clashes and diplomatic efforts.
Inside Abu Dhabi’s New Zayed National Museum: A High-Tech Heritage Journey
Tour Abu Dhabi’s falcon-shaped Zayed National Museum, launched on December 2, blending heritage, sustainability & interactive tech in a fresh, immersive experience.
China Calls on Japan to Mend Trade Ties After Taiwan Remarks
China urges Japan to correct remarks on the island of Taiwan to restore normal trade ties, highlighting China’s market appeal with 54K new foreign-invested firms this year.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Meets Macron to Elevate China-France Partnership
Chinese premier Li Qiang met French President Macron in Beijing to boost China-France strategic, economic, and tech cooperation.
Zhao Leji Meets Macron in Beijing to Boost China-France Cooperation
In Beijing, Zhao Leji and Macron met to ramp up China-France ties across tech, trade, and culture, promising more student exchanges, joint labs, and real-deal global partnerships.
48 Years of China-France Space Collaboration: Key Milestones 🚀
Dive into 48 years of China-France space collaboration, from the 1977 tech delegation to the 2018 CFOSat launch and beyond.