Hong Kong’s robustness continues to strengthen its status as an international talent hub (May 2, 2025, South China Morning Post) (Subscription required)
Financial services, aviation, shipping, and innovation and technology are among the key industries expected to generate a new surge of growth in Hong Kong. To meet changing business needs, the city is seeking high-calibre professionals from these sectors as part of its strategic approach to talent acquisition.
China sees surge in 'digital intelligence' jobs (May 11, 2025, MSN - The Manila Times)
In recent years, China's intelligent connected vehicle industry has seen explosive growth as the country strives to take the lead in the reshuffling of the global auto industry. China is moving from being a manufacturing giant to becoming a smart manufacturing powerhouse.
China Builds World’s Largest Dam in Tibet: Threat or Innovation? (May 11, 2025, Modern Diplomacy)
China has embarked on an ambitious dam construction project in Tibet, which is expected to be the world’s largest hydropower plant. The plan will see clean energy such as hydropower as one of the focuses, and the massive dam structure will be seen as a symbol of China’s technology in response to future energy needs.
Covid cases rise in Singapore, Hong Kong as new wave spreads in Asia. Should you be worried? (May 16, 2025, First Post)
Covid cases are rising again in parts of Southeast Asia, with Hong Kong and Singapore reporting a sudden spike. China and Thailand are also seeing an increase in infections. The surge is reportedly part of a fresh wave spreading across several regions in Asia.
Hong Kong family happiness score improves for first time in 3 years (May 15, 2025, South China Morning Post)
Family happiness in Hong Kong has improved for the first time in three years but not recovered to pre-pandemic levels, with mental health experts calling for the government to develop family policies using Singapore as a model.
China’s 2025 National Security White Paper: ‘Holistic Security’ Amid Rising Global Tensions (May 16, 2025, The Diplomat) (Subscription required)
“National Security in the New Era” will see the CCP expanding its “absolute” leadership over a wide variety of domains. It’s not hard to understand why, given the heightened global uncertainty in the Asia-Pacific region, marked by changing power equations, technological competition, and ongoing flashpoints from the Taiwan Strait to the South China Sea.
US-China Relations in the Trump 2.0 Era: A Timeline (May 14, 2025, China Briefing)
The Trump administration has lowered the de minimis tariff rate on parcels from the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong from 120 percent to 54 percent, aligning with the recent US-China agreement to reduce reciprocal tariffs.
Russia and China both want influence over Central Asia. Could it rupture their friendship? (April 3, 2025, The Conversation)
As Russia tries to reaffirm its role in the region, China has also been quietly expanding its influence. Could this growing competition over Central Asia affect Beijing and Moscow’s broader relationship?
New Religious Regulations for Foreigners in China (May 6, 2025, ChinaSource)
A few weeks ago, the Chinese government announced an updated set of regulations to govern the religious activities of foreign personnel. Many secular and Christian media outlets in the West trumpeted this as something new, indicating the government’s desire to ban foreign religious involvement in China. These regulations went into effect on May 1 and apply to all foreigners living in or visiting China (including tourists) and their religious activities.
Wuhan: Central China’s Connection Point (May 5, 2025, China Partnership)
Although most people outside of China probably think of Wuhan as the origin of the Covid pandemic, within China, the city’s reputation is more layered. Wuhan is a connection hub and important center for all of central China, with some referring to Wuhan as the “Chicago of China.” Wuhan has many universities and young people, and is an important educational center for central China.
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Blessing Asia
In October-2022 more than 500 Christian leaders from across Asia gathered in Thailand for the Asia 2022 Congress, sponsored by the Lausanne Movement and various partnering organizations. I had the opportunity to participate in the Congress virtually and was mightily blessed. From Bible exposition to K-pop worship, and through seminars and workshops, the participants were encouraged by the stories of what God is doing in countries all over Asia. Clearly, God is on the move.
A beautiful vision was portrayed in a video of the popular worship song The Blessing, featuring singers from all over Asia. Here it is:
Many of the sessions have already been posted on their website and to their YouTube channel.
One that I found particularly helpful considering all that is going on in China was a presentation titled Church and State Relationship in Asia Today. You can see the video here.
I encourage you to spend some time on their website; there are fantastic resources for understanding God’s work in Asia today.
Original link: https://www.chinasource.org/resource-library/blog-entries/blessing-asia/
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