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JAKARTA, Feb. 6, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– 2026 marks the 35th anniversary of the establishment of dialogue relations between China and ASEAN and the 5th anniversary of the establishment of the China-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. It also coincides with the Year of the Horse in Chinese Spring Festival. On February 5, the “Steeds Herald Spring, Blessings Fill … Continued
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TOKYO, Feb. 6, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ — NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC. announced that it has acquired a minority stake in TCS Logistics (Private) Limited (hereinafter “TCSL”), a logistics company primarily engaged in providing domestic logistics services in Pakistan, through its subsidiary NX South Asia & Oceania Co., Ltd. The acquisition took place on Monday, February 2, … Continued
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JINJIANG, China, Feb. 2, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– The Jinjiang Culture & Tourism Group · 2026 “Samaranch Cup” Asian Basketball Masters Invitational Tournament kicked off on Feb. 1 in Jinjiang, a coastal city in Fujian Province in southeast China, bringing together 104 youth and adult teams from across Asia. The six-day event is co-hosted by the Samaranch Foundation and the Jinjiang Municipal … Continued
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SHANGHAI, Jan. 30, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– As the Year of the Horse approaches, Shanghai is rolling out a series of “Spring Festival Gift Packs” designed to make it easier and more enjoyable for residents and visitors to experience the city during the holiday period. The initiative, led by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, … Continued
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TOKYO, Jan. 28, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/– Polyplastics Co., Ltd., a global leader in engineering thermoplastics, has developed two new DURAFIDE(R) polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) grades made of mechanically recycled content. The 40% glass fiber-reinforced grades, DURAFIDE(R) rG-PPS 1140A1R00 and 1140A1R30 (with 100% and 30% recycled glass fiber-reinforced PPS content, respectively), are set for launch in the … Continued
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OSAKA, Japan, Jan. 27, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ — On January 27, Universal Studios Japan, operated by USJ LLC, and The Pokemon Company announced their plan to offer more innovative, immersive, and world-class Pokemon experiences. The project is part of Universal Studios Japan’s ongoing effort to enhance its offerings and bring fan-first, trip-driving characters to the park. … Continued
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SHANGHAI, Jan. 22, 2026 /Xinhua-AsiaNet/– The professional-category finals of the first “Discover Shanghai” Tourism Guide Super Competition, organized by the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, concluded on January 8, drawing widespread attention from both industry observers and the public. From 640 entries submitted through district-level recommendations, 150 guides were shortlisted for the finals. … Continued
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TOKYO, Jan. 22, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ — The Japan Prize Foundation announced the winners of the 2026 Japan Prize on January 21, 2026. Prof. Cynthia Dwork (USA) has received the Japan Prize in the field of Electronics, Information, and Communication. Prof. Shizuo Akira (Japan) and Prof. Zhijian “James” Chen (USA) have received the Japan Prize … Continued
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TOKYO, Jan. 20, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ — – Showing World NX Group’s “will toward the future” Manifested in Its Support for Evolution in Semiconductor and Automotive Industries – NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS, INC. has released a new global brand movie titled “Moving India Forward” that focuses on the rapidly growing Indian market. The movie is available … Continued
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TOKYO, Jan. 6, 2026 /Kyodo JBN/ — – Let’s Enjoy Tokyo’s Food Scene; Visitors Can Find New Charms Every Time – The Tokyo Metropolitan Government has launched the website “GO TOKYO Gourmet” to showcase Tokyo’s diverse food attractions in Japan and overseas. “GO TOKYO Gourmet” website: https://www.gourmet.gotokyo.org/index.html The website features articles and … Continued