China, ASEAN vital for forming a new chapter of regional integration

The flags of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China. /CFP The flags of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and China. /CFP Editor's note: Muhammad Habib Abiyan Dzakwan, a special commentator on current affairs for CGTN, is a...

China's installed power generation capacity rises 17.5 percent

By the end of September 2025, China's cumulative installed power generation capacity had reached 3.72 billion kilowatts, marking a year-on-year increase of 17.5 percent, according to official data released on Sunday. Solar power generation...

India sailing ahead with over Rs 3 lakh crore Maritime Vision 2030

India sailing ahead with over Rs 3 lakh crore Maritime Vision 2030 New Delhi: Charting a decade of transformation, from 2014 to 2025, India’s maritime sector is cruising ahead with a record performance across ports, coastal shipping, and inland...

Why global financial giants are rushing to buy Indian banks, and what’s at stake

At a time when India’s net foreign direct investment has seen a sharp moderation, the country’s financial landscape is in the midst of a transformation. Over the last 24 months, some of the world’s biggest financial institutions — from Dubai’s...

Nexperia's China parent Wingtech declares cash-flow risk despite massive 280% profit surge - car production shutdowns loom as Dutch state tightens grip

Wingtech, the Chinese parent company of Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, has warned investors of a potential cash flow squeeze if it fails to regain operational control of its European subsidiary, despite posting a 280% surge in quarterly net profit. The...

A Global Marketplace for Innovation – Africa EV Mobility Morocco 2025

Casablanca is set to lead Africa’s sustainable transport revolution. Africa EV Mobility Expo Morocco 2025 will unite the global e-mobility ecosystem, from automakers and battery innovators to policymakers and investors, to accelerate the...

Adani Ports to Demonstrate Blue Economy Leadership at India Maritime Week 2025

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), India’s largest port developer and operator, is set to showcase its role in shaping the nation’s Blue Economy at the ensuing India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025. India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 is...

China protests US investigation into 2019 trade deal compliance

China has formally protested the United States' decision to investigate Beijing's compliance with the 2019 Phase One trade agreement, calling on Washington to immediately correct what it characterizes as unjust practices. The US Trade...

Japanese sake maker unveils premium line for global luxury dining

Food & Beverage Nishibori Brewery also eyes overseas market with newly launched whisky Tetsuya Nishibori, the sixth-generation brewer of Nishibori Shuzo, created a whisky distillery inside the brewery. (Photo by Yutaro Yokoyama) YUTARO YOKOYAMA...

Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025: Government Announces India’s Highest Recognition for Outstanding and Inspiring Contribution in Science, Tech and Innovation

New Delhi, October 26: The Government on Sunday announced the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025, the country’s highest recognition for outstanding and inspiring contributions in science, technology, and innovation. The award honours individuals and...

China's pause on stablecoin projects will not dampen Hong Kong's crypto push, experts say

Beijing's recent moves to rein in mainland Chinese firms' stablecoin and tokenisation initiatives in Hong Kong may have rattled the city's crypto sector, but the Chinese government's increased openness to digital assets overall had not changed...

President Trump teases trade agreements with key leader meetings lined up during Asia visit

On his first visit to Asia since beginning his second term, President Donald Trump intends to forge deals with both US partners and adversaries that could reshape the global landscape. At the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, Trump and regional leaders...

Opposition National Congress party says India's air pollution crisis now full-blown assault on brains, bodies

NEW DELHI, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- India's main opposition National Congress party on Sunday said the worsening air pollution crisis in the country was not just a respiratory issue but a "full-blown assault" on the brains and bodies of the people....

Here’s why the crypto market is rising today

The crypto market is on the uptrend, with Bitcoin and most altcoins hovering at their highest point in over a week. Bitcoin (BTC) was at $112,866—up 5.3% from $107,088 a week ago—while total market capitalization climbed 14% to $3.73 trillion from...

Equal work, unequal wages: pay gap persists for gig workers in India

Members of All India Gig Workers Union, affiliated to CITU, taking part in a rally demanding immediate reinstatement of gig workers, who they alleged were illegally terminated from services in Visakhapatnam, in September 2025. File | Photo Credit:...

Meet Former Miss Universe India, all set to make her Bollywood debut in Emraan Hashmi’s upcoming film, her name is...

Home Entertainment Meet Former Miss Universe India, all set to make her Bollywood debut in Emraan Hashmis upcoming film, her name is... Former Miss Universe India, Vartika Singh, is all set to dazzle on the big screen with her Bollywood debut in...

New ASEAN deals promise smoother trade, stronger protection for MSMEs – Frederick Go

Malacañang on Sunday said Filipino enterprises will benefit from two trade agreements from the 47th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Summit and Related Summits in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and other ASEAN...

Trump eyes trade deal after US, China reach consensus in 'successful' talks

By Xinghui Kok KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said he was confident of hashing out a deal with Chinese President Xi Jinping, whom he is expected to meet next week, after top economic officials from both countries reached a...

Asean-US ties benefit both sides, says PM Wong, citing strong trade and investment links

[KUALA LUMPUR] Stability and security not only create conditions for Asean to grow, but for America and its companies to benefit from being in South-east Asia, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Sunday (Oct 26). Speaking at the 13th Asean-US...

East Timor joins ASEAN; Thailand, Cambodia sign expanded border ceasefire

East Timor's Prime Minister told leaders of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations that it was a “dream realised” for his nation to be admitted to the bloc and an opportunity as it seeks to boost its struggling economy. “Today, history is...