China’s Taurus Drone Completes 1,100km Plateau Logistics Flight
China’s FP-985 “Taurus” drone just flew 1,100km from Nyingchi, Xizang to Mianyang, Sichuan, marking the first long-range plateau logistics route for agri-products.
Japan Faces $4B Hit as China Tightens Export Controls
China’s tighter export controls on dual-use goods could cost Japan around $4.1 billion over three months, driving up the so-called ‘Takaichi-cost’.
UBS Sees China A-Share Momentum in 2026
UBS released its 2026 outlook in Shanghai, predicting continued momentum in China’s A-share market and steady economic growth, sparking interest among young investors across Asia.
China’s Hurricane 3000 Zaps Drone Swarms with Microwaves
China’s new Hurricane 3000 uses high-power microwaves to neutralize drone swarms up to 3 km out, marking a leap in energy-based defense tech.
Canadian PM Mark Carney Touches Down in Beijing for 4-Day Visit
Canadian PM Mark Carney landed in Beijing on Jan 14 for a four-day official visit (Jan 14-17). Stay tuned for updates as the trip unfolds!
More Foreign Strikes in Trump’s 1st Year Than Biden’s Full Term
ACLED data shows the US carried out 573 air and drone strikes in Trump’s first year vs. 494 in Biden’s entire term, with most targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels.
Over 100 Wild Yaks Roam Gansu Grasslands, Signaling Ecological Revival
Over 100 wild yaks, a first-class protected species, were recently spotted on the Haltent grassland in Gansu Province, highlighting improving ecosystems and successful conservation efforts.
China’s NEV Boom: 16.6M EVs in 2025 as Exports Double
In 2025, China’s auto industry hit records: 34.5M cars made, 16.5M NEVs sold, and exports doubled. NEVs now account for over half of all new car sales.
CPC Calls for Stronger Anti-Corruption in 15th Five-Year Plan
The CPC’s anti-graft body calls for tougher measures and digital tools to fight corruption in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), impacting governance and tech across Asia.
Mainland China’s Foreign Trade Hits 45.47T Yuan in 2025
In 2025, mainland China’s foreign trade hit a record 45.47 trillion yuan, up 3.8% from 2024—here’s why it matters to South and Southeast Asia.