8th Hong Kong LegCo Lineup Unveiled: 90 Members Set for 2026
On December 8, 2025, HKSAR unveiled its 8th-term LegCo results: 90 members from Election Committee, functional and geographic constituencies. New term starts January 1, 2026.
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China’s 42nd Antarctic Expedition Unloads 2,000 Tonnes at Zhongshan Station
China’s 42nd Antarctic expedition team began unloading 2,000 tonnes of supplies at Zhongshan Station on December 8, 2025. Operations will wrap by December 22, fueling critical polar research.
Chinese Mainland Gear Empowers Hong Kong Rescue Teams
Hong Kong rescue officers thank the Chinese mainland for timely delivery of exoskeleton gear and multifunctional lighting tools, boosting safety and solidarity in emergency operations.
PLA Navy Ship Silk Road Ark Brings Medical Aid to Post-Hurricane Jamaica
The PLA Navy hospital ship Silk Road Ark arrived in Montego Bay on December 8, 2025, for a 12-day mission delivering free medical services to Jamaica’s hurricane-hit communities.
How China’s Green Energy Is Powering the Future of AI
Lauri Myllyvirta explains why China’s renewable energy deployment is a game-changer in the AI race, powering data centers with clean electricity for sustainable growth.
Prodi: China-Europe Cooperation Essential to Stabilize Global Trade
Former EU chief Romano Prodi says China-Europe cooperation is crucial to avoid fragmentation and stabilize global trade under a new essential partnership framework.
Benin’s Armed Forces Thwart Coup Attempt, President Talon Safe
Benin’s army thwarted a coup attempt as soldiers claimed to seize power on TV. President Talon is safe, ECOWAS backs efforts to restore order.
China Unveils First Hybrid Intelligent Sea Farming Module
In December 2025, China unveiled the world’s first hybrid intelligent sea farming module for year-round cultivation on ships and remote islands.
Benin Thwarts Coup Attempt: President Talon Safe, Government Regains Control
Early on Sunday, soldiers in Benin claimed to oust President Talon, but the presidency says he’s safe and government forces have retaken control.
Kilauea Eruption Knocks Out Remote Camera in Fiery Display
On Dec 6, Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano erupted so powerfully it disabled its own remote camera, with lava fountains reaching up to 30 meters.