After Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s election win, China is warning of resurgent “militarism.” Takaichi is signaling an intention to revise Japan’s pacifist constitution.
By Leonardo Pape
China has released new details on its 15th Five-Year Plan. Coal consumption is set to peak in 2027, with no immediate reduction planned. Oil and gas production is also to be expanded.
By Nico Beckert
Nio is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles due to a software fault. The issue involves problems affecting the instrument cluster and the central infotainment screen in some cars.
By Leonardo Pape
China has condemned a mosque attack in Islamabad and promised support for the Pakistani government. After recent attacks in the Balochistan region, China has also been increasingly concerned about the security of its own citizens in Pakistan.
By Leonardo Pape
After Thailand’s parliamentary election, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s party is clearly in the lead. This could make it easier to form a stable coalition government and spare the country further political uncertainty.
By Leonardo Pape
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi scored a clear victory in the parliamentary election with her LDP party. The stable majority is likely to accelerate Takaichi’s plans to strengthen national defense.
By Leonardo Pape
Based on its preliminary findings in the investigation launched in 2024, the Commission has identified serious breaches of the DSA. TikTok’s algorithmic recommendation systems are also in the spotlight.
By Corinna Visser
To reach more private customers, BYD and MG are planning a major expansion of their sales footprints in Germany, luring dealers with bonuses and other incentives. BYD aims to double its registrations in 2026.
By Ning Wang
The verdict against Hong Kong media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai is set to be delivered on Monday morning. Beijing views Lai as a mastermind of the 2019 protests and a conspirator. His detention has been widely criticized as politically motivated.
By Leonardo Pape
Panama’s Supreme Court has declared the contract of the Hong Kong company CK Hutchison to operate two ports on the Panama Canal invalid. Following criticism from China, President Mulino emphasizes the independence of the courts.
By Leonardo Pape
