China sets lowest growth target since 1991 as old model falters
The shift signals Beijing’s comfort with a slower pace while seeking more sustainable growth drivers to replace debt-fueled property and infrastructure investment.
The shift signals Beijing’s comfort with a slower pace while seeking more sustainable growth drivers to replace debt-fueled property and infrastructure investment.

Carrier risks losing business to shinkansen bullet trains with 2027 introduction

The remarks, just over two weeks before Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, hint that a spending hike will likely be discussed.

Premier Li acknowledges 'difficulties and challenges' as Beijing strives for 2035 economic goal

The Fukushima nuclear plant is discharging its final round of treated water for fiscal year 2025. This release, concluding on March 24, involves approximately 7,800 tons of treated water containing tritium.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) warns that escalating conflict in Iran could trigger a resurgence of COVID-style aid for Asia's poorest nations. This may affect travel and tourism-related infrastructure projects in vulnerable countries.
Nikkei Asia discusses the future of Trump's tariffs. What could this mean for travel costs and trade relations with Japan?

The high court on Wednesday upheld a lower court’s decision last year that stripped the group of its status as a religious organization.

Sri Lanka's navy rescued 32 sailors but hopes were fading for 148 other sailors, the island's Foreign minister and defense officials said.

To be chaired by the prime minister, the new committee will be responsible for countering espionage activities by foreign agents.

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