February 7, 2026

APEC’s Quiet Power: Driving Asia-Pacific Cooperation Through Intense Year-Round Meetings

APEC keeps Asia-Pacific economies working together with nonstop, expert meetings. Over 30 years, officials meet multiple times a year to build strong trade ties from Russia to Chile.

February 7, 2026

USCIS Opens H-1B Pre-Registration March 4; Employers Face $100K Fee for Overseas Applicants

H-1B visa pre-registration opens March 4 to 19 with a new $100,000 fee for employers hiring candidates outside the US. L-1 visas could be a smart alternative as they avoid the lottery and fee.

February 7, 2026

German Firms Shift Focus to China Amid Trump Policy Concerns, Face Market Challenges

German companies are turning to China for more investment due to worries about US policies under President Trump. However, challenges like intellectual property remain a hurdle, says the German Chamber of Commerce.

February 7, 2026

Alibaba’s AI App Qwen Tops China App Store After Bubble Tea Giveaway

Alibaba’s AI chatbot Qwen jumped from 10th to 1st on China’s Apple App Store. Over 10 million free bubble tea orders helped it beat Tencent’s Yuanbao in a festive rush.

February 7, 2026

Tesla Opens AI Training Centre in China to Boost Self-Driving Race

Tesla has launched an AI training centre in China to develop its Full Self-Driving software. The move steps up the competition with local Chinese EV makers as L3 autonomous cars are expected to hit the roads in 2026.