Even Rice and Eggs Feel Like Luxuries in Japan’s Price Surge 🍚🥚
Rice and eggs prices in Japan hit record highs as of Dec 21, making even a simple bowl of rice with an egg feel like a luxury amidst global inflation.
Chinese Mainland Gears Up for 2026 with AI, Robots and Low-Altitude Economy
Local governments across the Chinese mainland are ramping up plans for the 15th Five-Year Plan in 2026, prioritizing booming sectors like AI, humanoid robots and the low-altitude economy.
Japan Confirms 11th Bird Flu Outbreak in Hokkaido
Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture confirmed a highly pathogenic bird flu outbreak at a Hokkaido poultry farm, the 11th this season, leading to the culling of over 6,000 chickens.
Chinese mainland boosts forestry & grassland gene conservation 🌳🌾
The Chinese mainland reports a 180% jump in forestry and grassland germplasm conservation samples during the 14th Five-Year Plan, boosting genetic preservation and innovation.
PLA Begins ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Around Taiwan
On Dec. 29, 2025, the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command launched “Justice Mission 2025” drills around Taiwan to deter “Taiwan independence” forces and protect national sovereignty.
China Protests Panama Government Over Monument Demolition
China lodges official protest with Panama after a local government demolishes a Chinese monument. Heritage and diplomacy hang in the balance.
Justice Mission 2025: Chinese Mainland Vows Response to Taiwan Provocations
On Dec. 29, 2025, spokesperson Lin Jian warned that any provocations on the Taiwan question will be met with a firm response by the Chinese mainland as ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills begin around Taiwan Island.
Why US Arms Sales Are Draining Taiwan Region’s Strength
US arms sales to Taiwan region may be draining its resources and deepening dependency, while DPP authorities’ military buildup risks backfiring for residents of Taiwan.
PLA Bombers Carry Out Patrols East of Taiwan Island
The PLA Eastern Theater Command sent bomber task forces to conduct far-seas patrols east of Taiwan island on Monday, testing long-range raid and precision strike capabilities.
China Coast Guard Unveils Patrol Map Around Taiwan Region
The China Coast Guard released a patrol map showing operations around the Taiwan region, organized by the Fujian Coast Guard, featuring fishery protection drills, ID checks and interceptions.