China’s ‘two sessions’ 2026: everything you need to know
We have put together stories from our coverage of China’s ongoing “two sessions”. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Taiwan, trade war, PLA and AI: Li Qiang lays out priorities at ‘two sessions’ China’s premier pledged to...
Former Hong Kong councillor jailed for laundering HK$590,000 in phone scam proceeds
A former Hong Kong opposition district councillor has been jailed for three years and nine months for handling HK$590,000 (US$75,409) in telephone scam proceeds on behalf of a fraud syndicate, saying he wanted to earn quick cash to repay his gambling debts and cover...
War on Iran threatens Asia’s food supply as fertiliser prices surge
How does a missile strike on a Qatari gas plant end up raising the price of rice in Bangladesh? The answer is fertiliser, an unglamorous commodity that nevertheless sustains much of what the world eats. Qatar burns natural gas to produce ammonia. Ammonia is converted...
Geely Auto beats BYD sales in first 2 months of 2026 to become China’s top carmaker
Geely Auto has gained the upper hand in mainland China’s intensifying automotive sector, as its diverse product line-up pays off after electric vehicle (EV) king BYD suffered a setback following partial withdrawal of a tax break. Controlled by Chinese billionaire Li...
Iran’s new supreme leader ‘safe’ despite war injury reports
Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “safe and sound” despite reports of an injury during the war with Israel and the United States, said the son of the Iranian president on Wednesday. “I heard news that Mr Mojtaba Khamenei had been injured. I have asked some...
Iran war highlights US defence gaps; mathematician returns to China: 7 science highlights
We have put together stories from our coverage on science from the past two weeks to help you stay informed. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Could Iran war confirm China’s prediction on US military’s hypersonic...
European airlines add flights to Asia amid high demand, cancellations by Gulf carriers
British Airways and Deutsche Lufthansa are adding flights to Asia amid increased long-haul demand as customers seek alternatives to Middle East carriers hamstrung by airspace closures at home. BA will operate more flights from London to Singapore and Bangkok this...
Is Iran’s vital oil hub Kharg Island in America’s crosshairs?
Cathay posts 9.5% rise in profit to HK$10.82 billion but warns of geopolitical risks
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Iran’s stranded sailors wait out the war in Sri Lanka amid US pressure
China’s size, strength insulates its energy security amid geopolitical shocks: lawmaker
What if Iran really did buy export variant of China’s YJ-12 supersonic missile?
US Forces Destroyed 16 Iranian Minelayers Near Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday – CENTCOM
North Korea Test-Fired Strategic Cruise Missiles From Destroyer





