ASIA

Photo Credit: Reuters

The government of China has said it will start selling an initial batch of long-dated bonds this week, the Ministry of Finance announced Monday, as Beijing looks to increase support for the world's second-largest economy. The central government will begin issuing some 30-year bonds on Friday as part of a planned sale of more than $138 billion of debt, according to a notice posted to the ministry's website.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

In the heart of New Delhi, within the UNESCO-listed Qutb Minar complex, stands a testament to ancient India’s metallurgical genius: the Iron Pillar of Delhi. This 7.2-meter tall, six-ton structure has withstood the ravages of time and weather for over 1,600 years, remaining rust-free despite the Indian capital’s intense temperatures and pollution.

Photo Credit:Getty Images

The International Monetary Fund warned the Maldives against looming "debt distress" Monday, as the small but strategically placed luxury tourist destination looks set to borrow more from main creditor China.

As the graduation season commences, Chinese universities are tightening regulations on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in academic work, particularly in the writing of theses. This move comes in response to a survey revealing that over 80% of college students have utilized AI tools in their assignments.

Photo Credit: Getty Images

Kim Ki Nam, a stalwart North Korean official who served all three generations of the country's leaders, passed away at the age of 94, according to official media reports on Wednesday. Kim's death marks the end of an era, as he played a pivotal role in cementing the political legitimacy of the dynastic state and heading its propaganda apparatus.

Photo Credit: Chinese State Broadcaster

China's latest and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, embarked on its inaugural sea trials, departing from Shanghai and marking a significant stride toward integrating into the world's leading naval forces. The trials, situated in the East China Sea near the Jiangnan Shipyard where the carrier was constructed, primarily aim to assess the reliability and stability of its propulsion and electrical systems.