Hong Kong Voters in U.K. Election: A New Force
The UK general election on Thursday marks a crucial moment for over 144,000 new voters from Hong Kong
July 4, 2024Section
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Shaping Eurasia’s Future: Xi and Putin’s Strategic Meeting in Kazakhstan
In Kazakhstan Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin convened during the Shanghai. Coverage and analysis from The...
July 4, 2024
China’s GDP Growth Expected to Slow to 5.1% in Q2
China's robust first-quarter growth set the stage to meet its annual GDP target. However, forecasts indicate a slowdown due
July 4, 2024
Nikkei and Topix Indexes Hit Record Highs Amid Tech Rally and A.I. Frenzy
On Thursday the Nikkei Stock Average reached a historic high driven by Japanese tech stocks amid the U.S. Coverage and...
July 4, 2024
Disappointing Performance in China’s Service Sector for June
China's service sector saw a notable decline in June as indicated by the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI). Coverage and...
July 3, 2024
Beyond Sanctions: Myanmar’s Struggle for Fuel
Since Myanmar's military coup in 2021, the nation has faced a fuel crisis that touches every aspect of life.
July 3, 2024
Japan Aims to Keep Cash Relevant with New High-Tech Banknotes
In a significant move, Japan has updated its currency with new, high-tech banknotes, marking the first upgrade in 20 years....
July 3, 2024
Overwhelming Traffic For Impeachment Against President Yoon Crashes Website
Over 800,000 South Koreans signed a petition to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, crashing the petition website with high traffic....
July 2, 2024
India’s Journey Towards an Indigenous Criminal Justice System
On July 1, India began a new chapter in its legal history, replacing old colonial laws with legislation rooted in...
July 2, 2024