Malta appoints Jonathan Gerada as its first Chief AI Officer to lead government AI initiatives and modernize public services.

Malaysia debuted as the first overseas sub-venue at the 2026 Shandong Spring Festival Gala, promoting cultural exchange during Lunar New Year.

Kenya invites India to co-develop rare earth mining and semiconductors, boosting tech independence and diversifying global supply chains.

A UK Chinese TikToker says American and British Chinese food are not authentic but unique cultural fusions.

South Sudan and China strengthened ties, focusing on oil and education, on February 19, 2026.

China's women's soccer team, defending champions, named a 26-player squad for the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup, set for March 1–21.

Coocaa launches 75-inch 4K MINI LED Google TV in India for premium home viewing.

Tibetans mourned Tenzin Choegyal, youngest brother of the Dalai Lama, who died at 80 on Feb. 17, 2026, in Dharamshala, India.

Canola prices rose near six-month highs despite trade uncertainty and delayed China deal.

Asian markets mostly flat amid holiday lull; Japan's growth missed forecasts, but Nikkei rose.