China is testing intelligent, LNG-powered vessels on a new artificial waterway in Guangxi, part of a $10 billion project connecting the region to the Gulf of Tonkin. The vessels can share real-time data and perform automated mooring, aiming to boost shipping capacity and cut costs ahead of a planned test run in September.
Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced plans for a new international financial centre operating under English common law principles, offering extensive tax incentives for 50 years. The initiative aims to attract foreign investment by creating a familiar regulatory environment. The country has attracted over $150bn in foreign investment recently, with its economy growing by 7.7% last year.
Uzbekistan announced plans for a new international financial centre and six investment priorities at the Tashkent International Investment Forum. The centre will operate under English common law with significant tax incentives for 50 years. The country has attracted over $150 billion in foreign investment recently.
PM Narendra Modi addressed a G7 outreach session, highlighting the prolonged impact of West Asian crises on the Global South. He proposed a global skills partnership and an "IMPACT" initiative for trade and connectivity, emphasizing shared prosperity and vulnerable countries' needs.
New Delhi Railway Station, established in 1926, has evolved from a colonial transport facility into a major global hub. It has significantly shaped Delhi's urban landscape, property markets, and economic growth by driving real estate demand, fostering commercial activity, and serving as a migration engine.
Uzbekistan's capital, Tashkent, is hosting the fifth Tashkent International Investment Forum, attracting foreign leaders, investors, and business executives. Discussions cover investment, infrastructure, AI, and access to capital, with a focus on economic diplomacy and bilateral meetings.
Australia's richest person, Gina Rinehart, has invested over $1 billion in SpaceX, following the company's recent stock market debut. Rinehart praised Elon Musk's achievements and predicted SpaceX's long-term influence across multiple industries.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and ASEAN Secretary General Kao Kim Hourn will attend the Russia-ASEAN Business Forum in Kazan on June 17. The forum will focus on IT, AI, trade, and logistics, bringing together business representatives from over fifteen countries.
A TRAI assessment found inconsistent mobile network performance on Delhi-NCR's Metro and Namo Bharat corridors, impacting commuters. While Jio led downloads and Airtel uploads, seamless connectivity remains a challenge, affecting work, payments, and entertainment for millions.
Turkic states are moving beyond cultural links towards deeper economic integration, focusing on competition policy, digital cooperation, and strategic connectivity. The 3rd Meeting of Heads of Competition Authorities of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) in Shusha emphasized practical implementation and cross-border collaboration to prevent monopolies and promote fair trade.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah met PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss restoration of statehood, the economy, and development. Abdullah also met Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to request increased train services in the Kashmir Valley.
China launched the Communication Technology Test Satellite No 25 on a Long March 5 rocket from Wenchang, Hainan, on Thursday. The mission aims to validate technology for next-generation orbital connectivity.
The Zojila Tunnel project in J&K, a 13-km high-altitude tunnel, has achieved a breakthrough, connecting both ends. Once operational in 2028, it will provide all-weather connectivity between Kashmir and Ladakh, crucial for military supply chains and civilian access, reducing travel time from 90 minutes to 15 minutes.
SpaceX's planned IPO, seeking $75B at a $1.75T valuation, is expected to boost the satellite industry's growth, driven by expansions into direct-to-cell services, space-based solar power, AI computing, and vertical integration with its Terafab AI space computing chip facility.
Tata Steel's £1.25bn electric arc furnace project in Port Talbot may face an 6-8 month delay due to electrical connectivity problems, with National Grid's infrastructure upgrades delayed, impacting the planned 2027 operational start.
A 15.1 km corridor is being built to connect Jewar Airport to the Yamuna Expressway, improving access for Noida, Greater Noida, and nearby sectors. The project is part of the YEIDA master plan 2041.
Joanna Stern details her year living with AI in her book 'I Am Not a Robot'. She used AI for daily tasks, work, and even companionship, exploring its impact on human connection and her own life.
Macau has officially joined the mBridge project, a multi-CBDC platform for cross-border payments, enhancing connectivity with Portuguese-speaking countries and paving the way for digital yuan integration.
The China-Laos Railway, five years post-launch, has become a vital link for regional trade and tourism. It facilitates faster travel between China and Laos, boosts exports, and transforms Laos from a landlocked to a land-linked nation, demonstrating strong China-ASEAN cooperation.
China is building the Kuiduku Expressway alongside the popular Duku Highway in Xinjiang to improve traffic flow and tourism. The Duku Highway, a former defense road, will transform into a scenic route, while the new expressway will offer faster, all-weather travel, reflecting national support for Xinjiang's development and its people's aspirations.
Marvell Technology's stock price jumped more than 20% on June 2 after Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicted the semiconductor company could become the "next trillion-dollar company." Huang praised Marvell's role in AI system connectivity during an event in Taiwan.
Slate Auto is building an electric pickup truck with a minimalist design, focusing on privacy by limiting connectivity. The truck uses a smartphone app for settings but lacks an embedded modem, aiming to be untraceable and not sell user data.
PM Modi expressed concerns to Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing about armed groups near the India-Myanmar border and the conflict's impact on Indian communities. Discussions also covered connectivity projects and the repatriation of Indians from cyber scam compounds.
India and Myanmar agreed to boost economic growth, transport connectivity, and mutual security during the Myanmar President's visit. Key infrastructure projects like the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project and India-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway will be accelerated, and trade will expand via a rupee-kyat settlement mechanism.
