Indian Prime Minister Modi hailed the agreement on critical minerals and rare earths as a ‘major step towards building resilient supply chains’. Listen to this article | 3 mins info Brazil and India have signed an agreement to boost cooperation on critical minerals and rare earths, as the Indian government seeks new suppliers to curb its dependence…
Hong Kong’s annual Filmart industry platform marks its 30th edition March 17–20. Before diving into how this year’s event plans to help chart the future of global entertainment, it’s worth reflecting on where things stood at its 1997 debut — and how much has changed since. Filmart launched in June 1997, just weeks before Hong…
The Year of the Horse is set to bring volatility for the investments of Hong Kong’s 4.8 million Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) members, following a record-breaking Year of the Snake that ended on Monday, according to analysts. The next zodiac year, which begins on Tuesday, is the seventh in the Chinese lunar calendar’s 12-year cycle,…
China has previously criticised the role, accusing the US of interfering in China’s internal affairs. Listen to this article | 3 mins info Published On 18 Feb 202618 Feb 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced that the Trump administration has appointed an envoy to the…
As a long-time observer of Hong Kong affairs – and someone who cares deeply about the city – I have often felt that external debates about Hong Kong have been louder than careful assessments of how the city is actually evolving. Since the implementation of the national security law, discussion of Hong Kong has often…
Home » CHINA TRAVEL NEWS » China’s Spring Festival Holiday Kicks Off Today with Top Travel Tips Destinations and Must See Spots for the Nine Day Celebration! Published on February 15, 2026 The official nine-day Spring Festival holiday in China has officially begun today, February 15, 2026, with millions of Chinese citizens preparing for the…
Home » Latest Travel News of China » Nansha in Guangzhou Emerges as the Key Gateway for China’s Global Ambitions in 2026, Offering Unmatched Growth Potential in Business, Tech, and Talent Published on February 14, 2026 As 2026 unfolds, Nansha in Guangzhou emerges as a beacon of transformation and opportunity. Located at the…
Hongkongers began departing the city in droves on Saturday, with many opting to take a nine-day Lunar New Year break to destinations across the rest of Asia. Travellers, including families with children and elderly relatives, gathered at check-in counters in Hong Kong International Airport in the morning as the city marked Valentine’s Day and prepared…
South Korea, Japan, Vietnam and mainland China are emerging as popular Lunar New Year destinations for Hongkongers this year, as residents take advantage of a calendar arrangement allowing them to enjoy nine consecutive days off by taking just two days of leave. Travel industry representatives said the long break had “significantly stimulated” demand, with departures…
Hong Kong stands at a definitive demographic crossroads. With one-third of our population projected to be over 65 by the 2040s, the city can either treat ageing as a fiscal burden or it can transform longevity into a sustainable growth engine. Drawing inspiration from Andrew Scott and Lynda Gratton’s work on the 100-Year Life project,…