Tag: Asia

Russia Plans to Boost Asian Oil Sales Following Proposed G7 Price Cap

Moscow plans to increase its oil supply to the Asian markets in response to the G7’s proposed price caps, Russian Energy Minister Nikolai Shulginov told reporters on Sept. 6. “Any actions to impose a price cap will lead to deficit on [initiating countries’] own markets and will increase price volatility,” Shulginov said, according to Reuters….


Flying Over Istanbul Drone Film | Simple Happiness Episode 23

Relax and let your worries be replaced by stunning aerial nature views from some of Istanbul’s most beautiful and iconic landscape locations, paired with a brand new meditation ambient piano musical masterpiece. This video can be used to relax, sleep, meditate, do yoga, study, work, read, and more. Istanbul is a major city in Turkey…


Analysis: China Can’t Afford to Go to War Over Pelosi Visit; Frank Gaffney: China Is a Voting Issue

Pelosi touches down in Taiwan. Her trip sparked aggression from the Chinese military, but fortunately, the White House didn’t cave in, and the speaker will meet with Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen. But how has the trip been blown out of proportion? The White House may be to blame, due to its ambiguity and appeasement. I…


Ambassador at Shen Yun: ‘I’m already looking forward to next year’s performance’

TAIPEI, Taiwan—“I’m already looking forward to next year’s performance,” said Candice Augusta Pitts, Belize Ambassador to Taiwan, after attending Shen Yun Performing Arts at the National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, on July 8. “Shen Yun is knowledgeable, educational, and multi-faceted. Shen Yun shows us universal values,” she said. Ms. Pitts also said she learned more…


Shen Yun Inspires Audience Members in Miaoli

MIAOLI, Taiwan—After seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts, Yang Yung, founder and chair of Taiwan Wood Carving Association said “Shen Yun is amazing! We all feel the truth and compassion. It’s beautiful.” New York-based Shen Yun is a classical Chinese dance and music company that tours the globe each year, mesmerizing audiences with its exhilarating dances….


Shen Yun Is ‘Pure Happiness’ Says Chair of Trading Company

CHANGHUA, Taiwan—Tsai Hui-hui, chair of the Hsu-fa International Trade Company, felt fascinated and cleansed by Shen Yun Performing Arts. “It brought me into a land full of goodness,” she said. “Shen Yun’s performance is amazing! It’s fabulous!” Ms. Tsai experienced Shen Yun at Yuanlin Performing Arts Hall on the afternoon of July 3. This was…


Taichung Audience Members Praise Shen Yun

TAICHUNG, Taiwan—Although June 29 was a working day, it didn’t stop Shen Yun Performing Arts from filling the house in the afternoon and evening as art professionals and business people brought their families, staff, and friends to attend. “Wow! The entire venue is full and there are no empty seats. Today’s performance went very well,” said Li…


‘A Grand Affair of Art and Culture,’ Taiwanese Mayor Wecomes Shen Yun

KAOHSIUNG, Taiwan—On the evening of June 21, 2022, Shen Yun Performing Arts International company had its first performance this season at the Jhih-De Hall of Kaohsiung Cultural Center. Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai sent a congratulatory message “A Complete Success to A Grand Affair of Art and Culture” to wish Shen Yun a successful tour. Kaohsiung…


‘Shen Yun Nourishes Taiwanese People’s Hearts and Souls,’ Says Audience Member

TAINAN, Taiwan—After three consecutive sold-out performances in Chiayi, Shen Yun‘s International Company traveled to Tainan and performed at the Tainan Cultural Center on the afternoon of June 15. At Shen Yun’s second stop in Tainan, Taiwan’s Vice President Lai Ching-teh presented a flower basket, wishing Shen Yun a successful tour. Vice President Lai Ching-te’s flower…


Defense Ministers Wary of China’s Increasing Threat to Peace in Asia-Pacific Region

New Analysis Many defense chiefs at the annual Asia Security Summit put the spotlight on China’s repeated signaling that it will unify Taiwan by force. Defense ministers and diplomats from over 40 countries were present in Singapore for the Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia’s most vital security summit that lasted from June 10 to 12. Speaking at…