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China’s emissions have maintained a ‘flat or falling’ trajectory for nearly two years but worry remains around its continued reliance on coal and key policy gaps
But economists say a 'productivity paradox' identified in 1987 could be in effect, with gains still possible, once people learn how to utilise generative AI better
Japan was under pressure to deliver on its pledges - to invest $550 billion in the US - made in 2025 in return for lower US trade tariffs
China hyped up its robotics sector at its annual new year gala, turning the event into a ‘high-stakes product launch’ at a time when the industry is set for IPOs worth billions of dollars...
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India’s Tougher Rules on AI in Social Media Spur Censorship Fears17 Feb 2026
India moves to curb a wave of AI deepfakes and disinformation, but its 3-hour takedown rule spurs fears of censorship. Delhi is also considering a social media ban for children....
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India’s Adani Group Eyes $100bn Outlay on Data Centres by 203517 Feb 2026
The $100 billion investment would catalyse a further $150 billion in spending on "advanced electrical infrastructure, sovereign cloud platforms and supporting industries," the Adani Group said...
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ByteDance Vows Changes Amid Hollywood Anger Over AI Video Model16 Feb 2026
Videos generated via Seedance 2.0 have been the rage in China as they depicted scenes like rapper Ye singing in Mandarin and actors Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise fighting over Jeffrey Epstein...
Most of the top 20 emitters accused of "sabotaging climate action" are state-owned oil, gas, coal and cement producers, and those 17 countries all objected to a fossil fuel phaseout at COP30...
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China’s Desert Greening Projects Altering its Water Table: Study08 Dec 2025
Expanding forests in eastern China and restored grasslands in other areas have led to a movement of moisture that scientists are now seeking to comprehend...
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Trump to Host Five Central Asian Leaders, as US Seeks Minerals06 Nov 2025
The US wants to boost its influence in a region dominated by Russia, and courted by China. It is keen to get access to Central Asia's energy and mineral resources....
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India Wins Sanctions Waiver For Iran Port, US Keen For Deal30 Oct 2025
The move, for the port of Chabahar, aims to boost Delhi's effort to enhance trade with Afghanistan and Central Asia. It follows remarks by President Trump this week that he wants to reach a trade deal with India...
The success of Seedance — hailed as another ‘breakthrough’ by Chinese media — is in line with Beijing’s lofty ambitions to position itself as a global leader in artificial intelligence...
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Thais to Seize $420m Assets Linked to Cambodia, Online Scams13 Feb 2026
Anti-Money Laundering officials in Thailand move to get courts to allow them to seize hundreds of assets linked to online fraud in Cambodia, where a 'crackdown' is in full swing ...
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China, BRICS Nations Hedging Exposure to US Debt? – Fortune12 Feb 2026
News that China told local financial entities to limit their buying of US Treasuries has spurred debate on whether some nations want to cut exposure to US debt at a time when geopolitical risks appear to be rising ...
This is the fourth meet to discuss problems and opportunities posed by AI. Key issues include job loss fears, preventing harm, energy demands, regulations and existential fears...
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BNP Wins Bangladesh Election, Son of Former Leaders to be PM13 Feb 2026
US embassy swiftly congratulated Tarique Rahman and the BNP for their "historic victory", while even neighbouring India praised his "decisive win"...
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Counting Starts in First Bangladesh Poll Since Deadly Uprising12 Feb 2026
Tarique Rahman said he was "confident" his Bangladesh Nationalist Party can regain power, but he faces a stiff challenge from a coalition led by the country's largest Islamist party, Jamaat-e-Islami....
Takaichi is looking to ramp up public spending, as data released on Monday showed Japan's economic growth fell short of expectations in the last quarter of 2025...
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Nikkei at New Record High as Asian Markets See More Gains10 Feb 2026
Japanese stocks rose further to an all-time peak on Tuesday, while markets across Asia were also up ...
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Japanese Stocks Soar After Takaichi’s Landslide Poll Win09 Feb 2026
Stocks surge after Japanese PM's huge election win, but she'll need to be careful with spending outlays to retain her popularity...
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