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CHANGSHA, June 22 (Xinhua) -- At a bustling market square in Changsha, capital of central China's Hunan Province, shoppers are picking up African specialty products. One customer samples a bit of body lotion made with shea butter sourced from Mali, which has a creamy white texture and sweet fragrance."Thanks to China's duty-free policy, raw material costs […]

An independent committee investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades has ruled out seeking statutory powers to compel witnesses to testify, a move that has left some survivors concerned that key figures may avoid scrutiny. Committee chairman Justice David Lok Kai-hong said the panel would not ask the chief executive to convert it into a statutory […]

BEIJING, June 22 (Xinhua) -- Themed on "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," the Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo opened in Beijing on Monday.

(260622) -- CHANGSHA, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Zhong Jue is pictured at Central South University in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, on June 15, 2026. Zhong Jue, born in 1936 in east China's Jiangxi Province, is an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and a leading expert in mechanical engineering. She has received multiple […]

CHONGQING, June 22 (Xinhua) -- A China-Europe freight train loaded with new 40-foot, 35-tonne general-purpose automobile containers departed from Chongqing in southwest China Monday, marking an innovation that makes rail service transportation of vehicles more efficient.The containers are carrying 182 automobiles from China Changan Automobile Group Co., […]

YINCHUAN, June 22 (Xinhua) -- The assignment was to make cold dishes. The temptation to eat them first was too great!As fifth-grader Nan Haoyi tried to arrange a plate of salad, a pair of chopsticks kept reaching in from the side. "Stop eating," she protested, batting a classmate's chopsticks away. "There won't be any left."The scene, lively and a little […]

SOUTH CHINA SEA, June 22 (Xinhua) -- The China Coast Guard vessel Dong'an is carrying out regular patrol in China's Ren'ai Jiao and the surrounding waters.

Hong Kong has signed six agreements with Fujian to step up collaboration in finance, trade, tourism and education, with Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu encouraging businesses from the mainland Chinese province to list on the city’s bourse for overseas expansion. At the fifth Hong Kong-Fujian Cooperation Conference on Monday, the two sides finalised 28 […]

Panaji (Goa) [India], June 22 (ANI): On the opening day of the 5th Bonus Asia Cup Bridge Championships in Goa, the sport of bridge got a massive professional boost as JKC Sports and the Bridge Federation of India (BFI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop and professionalise the sport of bridge across the country. The partnership brings […]

(260622) -- SOUTH CHINA SEA, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on June 11, 2026 shows the China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel Dong'an patrolling in the South China Sea. The CCG vessel Dong'an is carrying out regular patrol in China's Ren'ai Jiao and the surrounding waters. (Xinhua/Zhang Rui)

Hong Kong’s wild yellow-crested cockatoos may hold genetic traits that could help save the critically endangered species in Indonesia, a study has found. The study, published in the Evolutionary Applications journal in May, underscored the importance of conserving the city’s cockatoo population. Lead author Astrid Andersson from the University of Hong […]

DALIAN, June 22 (Xinhua) -- Outside the conference venue in the northeastern Chinese port city of Dalian, fleets of sleek electric cars glide quietly through the streets, autonomous buses shuttle between designated stops, and hydrogen-powered coaches stand ready to transport delegates arriving for the 2026 Summer Davos forum.More than a logistical showcase, […]

(260622) -- CHONGQING, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on June 22, 2026 shows a new general-purpose automobile container being hoisted at Tuanjiecun Railway Station in Chongqing, southwest China. A China-Europe freight train loaded with new 40-foot, 35-tonne general-purpose automobile containers departed from Chongqing in southwest China […]

(260622) -- BEIJING, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People visit the Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, capital of China, June 22, 2026. Themed on "Connecting the World for a Shared Future," the expo opened in Beijing on Monday. (Xinhua/Wu Qinghao)

(260622) -- BEIJING, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, delivers a keynote speech at the opening ceremony of the Fourth China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing, capital of China, June 22, 2026. (Xinhua/Gao […]

BEIJING, 22nd June, 2026 (WAM) -- The Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority has concluded its participation in the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair.The Authority's participation, as part of the UAE pavilion at the fair, served as a platform to showcase Emirati heritage and strengthen its presence among international audiences through the presentation of diverse […]

A doctor at Tuen Mun Hospital in Hong Kong has been fired for conducting an unauthorised procedure on a patient, in an incident linked to his medical intern girlfriend who was earlier dismissed and arrested for allegedly accessing patient data without permission. The Hospital Authority (HA) said on Monday evening that an investigation found the resident […]

(260622) -- TORONTO, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Lin Yanjun/Xu Huiyan of China compete during the women's duet free final at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup 2026 Super Final in Toronto, Canada, June 21, 2026. (Photo by Li Haitao/Xinhua)

The study visit to China offered a chance to examine how a major country seeks to train leaders, connect legislation with public feedback, and harmonize democratic governance with administrative governance at both local and national levels to build administrative continuity.by Mohamed ZahidChina is often viewed in the Maldives through the lens of bridges, […]

A five-year-old boy died after his mother physically abused, confined and starved him until he was a mere 9.7kg (21.38lbs) – half the normal weight for his age – a Hong Kong court has heard. The 38-year-old mother, only identified as “LST” at the High Court, on Monday pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter and another of cruelty to a child over […]

GUANGZHOU/MACAO, June 22 (Xinhua) -- On most weekdays, Macao resident Mio Weng Loi splits his time between Macao and Hengqin, an island district of Zhuhai in south China's Guangdong Province.Since settling in Hengqin in 2024, the 28-year-old dermatologist has treated patients at a hospital in the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) while also working […]

(260622) -- TORONTO, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Gold medalists Team China (C), silver medalists Team Japan (L) and bronze medalists Team Mexico pose for photos during the awarding ceremony for the team acrobatic event at the World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup 2026 Super Final in Toronto, Canada, June 21, 2026. (Photo by Li Haitao/Xinhua)

Colombo [Sri Lanka], June 22 (ANI): Harjai Milkha Singh combined with Krish Chawla to help India clinch the boys team title of the prestigious APGC Junior Golf Championship title at the Royal Colombo Golf Club in Colombo.The Indian duo with a combined score of nine-under par defeated the formidable South Korean pair of Jeyi Son and Jiyul Chun and the […]

By Ayushi AgarwalNew Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Canadian High Commissioner to India Chris Cooter on Monday said that Canada sees significant opportunities to deepen cooperation with India in critical minerals and clean energy, with both countries increasingly seeking reliable partners amid global geopolitical and economic disruptions. Speaking to ANI, […]

Police have arrested four more suspects linked to a high-profile knifepoint robbery in Hong Kong following a joint cross-border operation, though the stolen gold bars remain missing. The force shared an update on its investigations on Monday, after a 36-year-old local man, carrying a backpack loaded with six gold bars weighing about 6kg (13.2lbs) and valued […]

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): China added MP Materials and USA Rare Earth, along with eight other US entities it linked to the U.S. military, to its export control list on Monday in retaliation for Washington's recent restrictions on Chinese companies, Reuters reported Monday.According to Reuters, MP Materials, which operates the only active rare earth […]

Two mainland Chinese ride-hailing operators in Hong Kong have backed a controversial plan to regulate the industry by capping vehicle permits at 10,000, a figure the city’s largest American business chamber considers insufficient. In submissions to the Legislative Council on Monday and in recent days, Amap and Didi Chuxing said they supported the […]

A Hong Kong court has sentenced a 70-year-old gang member to a year in prison for forcing two Thai women into prostitution, after they fell for job scams claiming to be hiring massage therapists and were trafficked from Thailand to the city in 2023. The District Court heard on Monday that Chiu Hon-leung ordered other gang members to lock the two women in a […]

Despite fierce local competition, China continues to attract foreign brands -- not only mass-market brands, but also niche and premium players drawn by its vast pool of affluent and aspirational consumers.Produced by Xinhua Global Service

Tokyo [Japan], June 22 (ANI): The concept of Japan's industry is changing to adapt to its social transformation. It aims to keep steady growing of business, harmonizing with foreign market.Japan's social transformation ----population reduction, aging, market shrink and so on---- forces to Japan's industry to change business strategy.Government recognizes it […]

CHONGQING, June 22 (Xinhua) -- For Wang, a daily commuter in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, the switch from a gas-powered car to an electric vehicle has been a financial game-changer.His monthly fuel bill, once hovering above 1,200 yuan (about 177 U.S. dollars), has plummeted to under 200 yuan for charging, translating to an annual savings of […]

Hong Kong police have arrested 24 drivers and issued more than 4,000 tickets during a two-week crackdown on distracted driving and jaywalking, after the number of deaths in road accidents surged more than 40 per cent in the first five months of the year. During the two citywide operations from June 5 to 19, officers deployed unmarked traffic enforcement […]

New posts14:12Vance Hails 'Milestone' Of Iran Allowing IAEA InspectorsUS Vice President JD Vance said that progress had been made in talks with Iran, including Tehran's agreement to allow inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) back into the country."The Iranians have agreed to invite IAEA inspectors back into their country," Vance […]

New posts14:12Vance Hails 'Milestone' Of Iran Allowing IAEA InspectorsUS Vice President JD Vance said that progress had been made in talks with Iran, including Tehran's agreement to allow inspectors from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) back into the country."The Iranians have agreed to invite IAEA inspectors back into their country," Vance […]

New posts16:19US Approves 60-Day Waiver For Iranian Oil Sales As Peace Talks ProgressThe United States has allowed Iran to produce, deliver, and sell its oil on international markets as part of a framework agreement for peace talks reached between the two countries last week."In line with the ongoing productive talks in Switzerland, Iran has committed to […]

New posts11:37Iran Exported 36 Million Barrels Of Oil In Past Week, Says MonitorTanker Trackers, which monitors the status of oil shipments, reported on June 21 that Iran has exported 36 million barrels of crude oil since June 15 of this year.According to the report, Iran has stored approximately the same amount of oil in its floating cargoes.After Iran and […]

(260622) -- RIO DE JANEIRO, June 22, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Rowers compete in a dragon boat racing during a cultural event marking the Dragon Boat Festival at Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, June 21, 2026. (Photo by Daniel Ramalho/Xinhua)

BERLIN, Germany: BMW and employee representatives are preparing for discussions on the company's plans after the German automaker issued a profit warning and announced measures to accelerate efficiency improvements. The talks come as BMW grapples with weakening demand in China and higher costs linked to the war in Iran, pressures that have contributed to […]

New York [US], June 22 (ANI): Valuable Capital Group (VCGL), a comprehensive financial services provider with operations across Saudi Arabia and the UAE, announced that Chief Strategy Officer Steven Chou participated as a panelist at Nasdaq's 2026 Global Retail Executive Forum. This exclusive event brings together senior executives from leading retail […]

A Hong Kong primary school’s decision to host a late-night screening of a Fifa World Cup semi-final match on campus has triggered a wave of excitement online, with some saying it will be a “once-in-a-lifetime” experience. In a circular to parents, Chi Lin Buddhist Primary School in Tseung Kwan O said the event, scheduled for the early hours of July […]

New Delhi [India], June 22 (ANI): Indian equity markets opened in positive territory on Monday, supported by stable global indicators and a notable decline in international crude oil prices.The BSE SENSEX stood at 77,160.67 points, up by 357.77 points or 0.47 per cent. Meanwhile, the NSE NIFTY 50 reached 24,106.60 points, gaining 93.50 points or 0.39 per […]

A Hong Kong couple embroiled in custody battles for their two children have said their baby son has been taken to hospital after falling ill and was at one point recommended for meningitis testing. The couple earlier sparked controversy for failing to register the birth of two-month-old baby Danny in the city and were arrested for alleged child neglect. […]

A Ferrari caught fire near a light rail stop in Hong Kong’s Tin Shui Wai on Monday morning. Police said the driver reported the fire at 10.41am after exiting the black vehicle, which had no passengers on board, near Ginza Station. Photos and videos circulating online show firefighters extinguishing the blaze as traffic builds up behind the car, with smoke […]

YANGON, June 22 (Xinhua) -- The Chinese martial art of Wushu, known for its flowing forms and explosive athleticism, has grown in Myanmar into far more than a competitive sport.Over the years, it has evolved into a channel of cultural exchange and a quiet form of diplomacy, linking Myanmar and China through shared discipline, training, and mutual […]

This story has been made freely available as a public service to our readers. Please consider supporting SCMP’s journalism by subscribing. A judge-led panel investigating Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades has resumed its public inquiry after a six-week break to hear expert evidence on the cause of the blaze that killed 168 people last year. The […]