China Real Estate Sector Shaken by Vanke’s Bond Collapse
November 28, 2025: China’s financial markets were rattled this week as state-backed developer Vanke faced mounting debt concerns, reviving fears of a prolonged property crisis. […]
Asia Pacific
Millions in China Sit for Civil Service Exam in 2025, Chasing Jobs for Life
Millions of Chinese citizens are cramming for the national civil service exam, known as the “Guokao,” with hopes of securing a stable government job for […]
FedEx Delivers Aid to 200 Cebu Families After 6.9-Magnitude Earthquake
FedEx delivered urgent relief supplies to 200 families in San Remigio, Cebu after a 6.9‑magnitude earthquake displaced over 200,000 households. Partnering with PDRF and JCI […]
Mega Sardines Honors Filipino Fishermen With Heroes’ Welcome During National Sardines Month 2025
Mega Prime Foods, Inc. celebrates National Sardines Month 2025 with community outreach and a Heroes’ Welcome in Zamboanga, honoring Filipino fishermen. The month-long program highlights […]
Japan Approves ¥21.3 Trillion Stimulus Package to Support Economy
Tokyo — Japan has approved a massive ¥21.3 trillion ($135.4 billion) stimulus package. The announcement, which came from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet, is being […]
Sri Lanka Launches Gambling Regulatory Authority on December 1
On November 19, 2025, Sri Lanka officially confirmed that its new Gambling Regulatory Authority will begin operations on December 1. This marks a major milestone […]
Global Unemployment Shock: South Africa at 31.9% While Asia Holds Steady
On November 17, 2025, new figures revealed striking differences in global unemployment rates. South Africa recorded the highest level at 31.9%, while advanced economies such […]
Nepal’s Banknotes Now Printed in China, Ending India’s Long Role
Nepal has officially shifted its currency printing operations from India to China, marking a significant change in South Asia’s financial landscape.For decades, India’s Security Press […]
China Dominates Global Patent Race with Record Filings in 2024
Beijing, November 13, 2025 – China has once again taken the lead in global innovation, filing nearly half of all patents worldwide in 2024. According […]
Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. Launches First Textile Circulatory Hub
Manila, Philippines — Pilipinas Shell Foundation, Inc. (PSFI), in partnership with ANTHILL, Maybank Foundation, and the Quezon City LGU, officially launched the Manila Circularity Hub […]
TP Philippines Donates to Philippine Red Cross for Earthquake Relief
Taguig City, Philippines — In its continuing mission to make a positive impact, TP in the Philippines, through its Citizen of the World (COTW) program, […]
China’s Sixth-Gen Stealth Fighters J-36 and J-XDS Spotted at Secret Base
China’s sixth-generation stealth fighters—J-36 and J-XDS—have now been spotted together at a secretive test base near Lop Nur, confirming rapid progress in Beijing’s military aviation […]
Expo City Dubai’s Sidr Residences Sets New Standard for Smart Living
Expo City Dubai Appoints ECC for Sidr Residences—A Smart Living Milestone Duba: Expo City Dubai has officially appointed Engineering Contracting Company (ECC) as the main […]
TP McKinley Campus Officially Opens in Taguig City, Showcasing Filipino Talent and Future-Ready Innovation
Taguig City, Philippines: TP (ex-Teleperformance) in the Philippines, a leader in digital business services, today announced it officially opened its newest and most advanced campus […]
TP Wins Service Excellence Company of the Year at 2025 Asia CEO Awards
Pasay City, Metro Manila—TP, a global leader in digital business services, was recently named Grand Winner of the Service Excellence Company of the Year award […]
TP and AIM Launch TELDP to Empower Future Leaders in the Philippines’ IT-BPM Sector
Makati City, Philippines – TP, a global leader in digital business services, recently signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Asian Institute of Management […]
Abu Dhabi International Manuscripts Conference 2025: A Cultural Milestone
The Fourth Abu Dhabi International Manuscripts Conference 2025 has emerged as a pivotal event in the cultural calendar, drawing over 200 experts and enthusiasts from […]
Dubai Police Unveils AI-Powered Vision for Public Safety at GITEX 2025
Dubai, UAE — October 10, 2025: In a bold showcase of technological prowess and civic innovation, Dubai Police is set to redefine the future of […]
Japan’s ‘Kawaii’ Craze Is Taking Over the World — From Fashion to Finance!
Tokyo, October 10, 2025 — This month’s issue of Highlighting Japan dives headfirst into the irresistibly charming world of “kawaii”—Japan’s culture of cute that’s capturing […]
Osaka Couple Arrested for Smuggling 45 Tons of Rice Disguised as Mung Beans
Japanese authorities have arrested a couple in Osaka Prefecture for allegedly attempting to smuggle 45 tons of rice into the country by disguising the shipment […]