Asia Hits Record Low Child Mortality Rates in 2024
Millions more babies are living to see their first birthday across Asia's most populous nations. India, China, and Indonesia just recorded their lowest infant mortality rates in history.
Search
Find uplifting stories about heroes, innovations, and solutions
8896 results for "asia progress"
Asia Could Save $350B Yearly by Going Electric
Solar power paired with batteries now costs less than gas-fired electricity across most of Asia, while electric vehicles could slash the region's oil import bills by hundreds of billions of dollars. The clean energy revolution isn't coming to Asia. It's already here.
NBA Opens Startup Program to Asia's Growing Tech Scene
The NBA is bringing its prestigious Launchpad startup program to Asia for the first time, opening doors for innovative tech companies across the continent. After five years of working exclusively with North American and European startups, the league is ready to tap into Asia's booming innovation ecosystem.
Asia's Green Tech Boom Cuts Carbon in 33 Countries
A groundbreaking 22-year study shows renewable energy and innovation are successfully reducing carbon emissions across Asia while economies grow. The research proves countries can prosper and protect the planet at the same time.
Thailand Hosts Asia's Biggest Water Innovation Event in 2026
Thailand is launching Aquatech Asia 2026, bringing together global water technology leaders to tackle Southeast Asia's growing climate and water security challenges. The November event positions Thailand as the region's hub for sustainable water solutions.
Uzbekistan Slashes Train Times, Expands Trade Routes to Asia
Uzbekistan is transforming into a major transit hub with high-speed trains that cut journey times in half and new rail corridors connecting Europe, Asia, and South Asia. The country's green railway revolution is making trade faster while protecting the planet.
Thailand Opens Food Innovation Hub for Asia-Pacific Makers
Tetra Pak's new 40,000 sq. ft. development center in Thailand gives food and beverage companies across Asia access to world-class testing facilities without massive investment. The timing couldn't be better as functional beverage launches are growing 15% yearly across Southeast Asia.
Thailand Plans First Disneyland in Southeast Asia
Thailand is working to bring the first Disneyland theme park to Southeast Asia as part of a massive development project in the Eastern Economic Corridor. The 2,700-acre park would make Thailand the fourth location in Asia to host the beloved Disney experience.
Eurovision Expands to Asia with Bangkok Debut in November
The Eurovision Song Contest is heading to Asia for the first time, bringing its celebrated music competition to Bangkok this November. At least 10 countries across the continent will compete in the historic inaugural event.
Singapore Launches $250M Fund for Asia's Clean Energy
A groundbreaking partnership just secured $250 million to accelerate clean energy projects across Asia that banks considered too risky to fund. The initiative aims to unlock $5 billion more in private investment by proving renewable projects can succeed.
Japan Invests $150K to Strengthen Fair Play Across Asia
Japan just renewed its partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency to help build cleaner, fairer sports across Asia and Oceania. The investment trains officials and educates athletes in regions that need it most.
Asia Gets $70B Power Grid to Boost Clean Energy Flow
The Asian Development Bank is funding a massive $70 billion project to connect power grids and digital networks across Asia by 2035. The plan will help renewable energy flow across borders and close internet gaps in developing countries.
Southeast Asia Quietly Moves Away From Death Penalty
Across Southeast Asia, countries are taking meaningful steps to reduce and eliminate capital punishment. From Vietnam removing eight offenses from death penalty eligibility to Malaysia forming a working group to study total abolition, the region is slowly embracing reform.
Rising Gas Prices Drive Record EV Sales Across Asia
As oil prices spike globally, electric vehicle showrooms across Asia are flooded with buyers ditching gas-powered cars for good. One dealership sold a month's worth of EVs in just two weeks.
Rising Gas Prices Push EV Sales to Record Highs in Asia
As oil prices surge past $100 per barrel, electric vehicle demand is skyrocketing across Asia, with dealerships struggling to keep up with buyers ditching gas-powered cars. Chinese automaker BYD and other EV makers are seeing months of sales happen in just weeks.
Southeast Asia Lands $600M+ for Clean Energy Future
Countries across Southeast Asia just secured over $600 million in new investments for renewable energy, green jobs, and climate innovation. The region is building one of the world's most ambitious clean energy transitions while ensuring no community gets left behind.
Southeast Asia Gets $2.6M for Clean Energy Access
Fishing villages and farming communities across Southeast Asia are getting a game-changing boost as philanthropists pledge $2.6 million to expand clean energy access. The funding will bring solutions like solar-powered cold storage to remote Indonesian fishing communities, protecting catches and livelihoods.
UK Invests $1.4B in Southeast Asia Clean Energy Future
Britain just committed $1.4 billion to power Southeast Asia's clean energy revolution over the next five years. The massive fund will help one of the world's fastest-growing regions build a sustainable future.
Southeast Asia Pours $1.8B Into Solar and Electric Vehicles
Southeast Asia is investing big in clean energy, with solar and electric vehicles capturing $1.6 billion of the region's $1.8 billion energy transition funding. The surge shows growing momentum toward renewable power, even as other critical technologies still need support.
Asia Drives Global Climate Investment to Record $2.3 Trillion
The Asia-Pacific region powered global climate investments to an all-time high of $2.3 trillion in 2025, jumping 8% despite political pushback against green spending in the US. China and Japan led the charge with massive solar energy growth showing the clean energy transition is accelerating.
Showing 20 of 8896