China’s auto export industry climbing to the top
China is expected to surpass Japan and South Korea to become the world's largest auto exporter, based on its robust growth, an expert said.
Transportation
Air Asia CEO to launch Dhaka-Bangkok route
Air Asia Aviation Group Chief Executive Officer Santisuk Klongchaiya is scheduled to visit Dhaka to inaugurate the operations.
Metropolitan govt to construct new subway line in Tokyo, eying launch in 2040s
The line is expected to allow passengers convenient connections to the Shinkansen and other regional rail networks.
Beijing grants autonomous driving permits to robotaxis
With the permits, the two companies will provide up to 10 autonomous vehicles respectively in a designated area of 60 square kilometers in Yizhuang, a southern suburb of Beijing.
Supply disruptions likely in South Korea as cargo union pushes ahead with strike
The union claimed the government has failed to continue the safe trucking freight rates system that both sides had agreed on in June.
Incheon Airport flights to surpass pre-pandemic level by next year
The new allocation for the next summer season will be a 12.5 per cent growth from the same period back in 2019.
Eco-friendly vehicles in Korea hit 1.5 million
This comes just one year and three months after the country saw the number of eco-friendly vehicles exceed 1 million in July 2021.
Unique strengths to cement Hong Kong’s status as global shipping hub
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive said the government endeavours to attract more high-quality maritime businesses, nurture maritime talents, among others.
Airbus starts A321 aircraft production in Tianjin
The A321, the biggest member of the A320 family, now serves as Airbus' narrow-body aircraft with the strongest demand globally.
Honda to start testing self-driving electric cars
The vehicle is expected to be used for short distances, such as for sightseeing and business.