Chinese patent filings enjoy surge in Europe
Including applications from Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong and Macao, China ranked third worldwide after the United States' 47,787 applications and Germany's 25,033.
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Most Filipinos struggle to spot fake news, says survey
“Fake news manipulates public opinion, distorts democratic choices, and enables corrupt forces to maintain power,” an official said. He also warned about foreign interference…
Top 10 foreign condo buyers in Thailand: Myanmar, Taiwan surge, China, Russia slow
The shift highlights changing investment patterns, as traditional dominant buyers like China and Russia give way to emerging players from Myanmar and Taiwan, signaling new…
From Pursat to the world: Cambodian women led fisheries business making a splash
Unica, a local enterprise which specialises in processed fisheries products, is poised to enter international markets after years of strategic innovation and support from the…
Filipino Nobel winner Maria Ressa says ‘dangerous times’ ahead after Meta ends US fact-checking
The veteran journalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021 said Meta’s decision meant “extremely dangerous times ahead” for journalism, democracy and social media…
100 Philippine offshore gaming hubs still operating despite ban, authorities vow crackdown
Marcos ordered a total ban on Pogos, as these had ventured into illicit activities such as financial scamming, money laundering, and even murder.
Taiwanese Mission chief stresses AI strategy on National Day
Liang Kuang-chung, the representative of the Taipei Mission in Korea, highlighted Taiwan's focus on smart technologies, space and international trade in his address.
Bridging Cities: The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link
The Pearl River estuary in South China separates cities on either side, hindering easy access. The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link, a project of bridges, islands, and a tunnel, has…
Bhutan Innovation Forum to launch world’s first mindfulness city
The Gelephu Mindfulness City will blend civil infrastructure, green technologies, and mindful innovation.
Vivian says need to constrain veto powers of UN Security Council Big 5
Among the Security Council’s 15 member states, five are permanent members with veto powers: the US, Britain, France, China and Russia.