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Hong Kong can empower commuters by embracing e-bikes
In the global shift towards carbon-neutral mobility, a striking role reversal is taking shape on the pavements of the world’s most populous cities. While geopolitical…
Singapore’s economy grows on back of AI boom, defying Iran war slowdown
Singapore’s economy expanded faster than expected in the first quarter as the global artificial-intelligence boom lifted the nation’s manufacturing and services, offsetting the drag from…
China’s machinery giant XCMG eyes bigger scoop of global sales with green, autonomous tech
XCMG Group, mainland China’s largest construction machinery maker, aims to achieve annual overseas sales of 100 billion yuan (US$14.7 billion), luring more international clients by…
Hong Kong airport set for volume shift after flights rejigged amid fuel crisis
Hong Kong’s airport is set for a shift in volume this summer after airlines quietly swapped jet sizes and reduced scheduled flights to manage costs…