First domestic robot training base opens in China’s Wuhan
This marks a step toward greater technological self-reliance and establishes a domestic platform for developing robotics and embodied intelligence systems.
Latest Stories
Hanging by a thread: 50% US tariffs put Indian textile exporters in survival mode
While awaiting government support and US trade negotiations, industry experts stress the need for innovation, diversification, and modernising textile production.
Nepal’s Gen Z unrest wipes billions off economy as multinationals report mixed first-quarter results
Unilever Nepal posts a sharp profit fall while Bottlers Nepal sees earnings surge despite turmoil.
Thai PM pledges support for Korean investment, urging deeper ties
Talks on the trade pact first began in 2004 but stalled for years due to differing priorities and overlaps with broader regional frameworks such as the Korea–ASEAN Free Trade…
Tighter security at Malaysia-Singapore land checkpoints causes massive traffic congestion
This has not gone down well with motorcyclists, who want the Malaysian government to expand automated lanes at both checkpoints.
Japan to charge foreigners more for residence permits, looking to align with Western countries
Residence permit fees were raised by ¥2,000 in April this year, setting them at ¥6,000 for changing residence status and renewing stays and ¥10,000 for those applying for…
Tourism sector warns Thailand may lose ‘top destination’ status; PM Anutin pledges urgent action
Asian and ASEAN markets are experiencing declining outbound travel, and foreign arrivals to Thailand could drop by around 7% next year compared with 2024.
Vietnam’s favourite password ‘123456’ stays unchanged despite security warnings
Despite years of effort to improve digital literacy, the data shows only marginal improvements in password hygiene.
Singapore has varied toolkit, beyond taxes, to manage inequality: PM Wong
PM Wong highlights Singapore's policy levers beyond taxation, like public housing and CPF top-ups, that boost wealth for lower-income households and reduce inequality.
Crowning of durian a thorny issue as Indonesia challenges Malaysia’s claim over king of fruits
Indonesians say they have a stronger claim to the durian as their national fruit, citing their country's larger production as justification.