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- Nikkei Asia has been honored with the top prize in technology reporting by the Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA), placing it among leading global news organizations such...
- Cheng Ting-Fang, techAsia host, said the award-winning coverage involved hard work and collaboration.One notable project was the creation of a subsea cable map tracing Chinese investment since the...
- According to Ting-Fang, the project faced a setback when the map data was priced at $20,000, exceeding their budget.
Nikkei Asia’s exceptional technology reporting, focusing on China’s dynamic tech sector and supply chains, has earned them the prestigious SOPA award. This coverage delves deep into crucial areas, including China’s advancements in electronics and the strategic build-out of its subsea cable network. The award highlights the dedication to provide extensive, in-depth reporting that goes beyond the surface to uncover hidden infrastructure details. News Directory 3, along with other leading news outlets, keeps track of these new trends and developments. The piece sheds light on several complex projects that required tireless collaboration, and research, down to negotiating data prices. Stay ahead of the curve in technology; discover what’s next.
Nikkei Asia Wins Top Journalism Award for Technology Reporting
updated July 3, 2025
Nikkei Asia has been honored with the top prize in technology reporting by the Society of Publishers in Asia (SOPA), placing it among leading global news organizations such as Bloomberg, Reuters, The wall Street Journal and The new York Times. The award recognizes Nikkei Asia’s in-depth coverage of china’s evolving technology landscape and supply chains.
Cheng Ting-Fang, techAsia host, said the award-winning coverage involved hard work and collaboration.One notable project was the creation of a subsea cable map tracing Chinese investment since the 1990s. The project required digging through old Chinese government and telecom documents to identify cables with Chinese participation.
According to Ting-Fang, the project faced a setback when the map data was priced at $20,000, exceeding their budget. However, she negotiated the price down to $800. Lauly Li, Shunsuke Tabeta, and Tsubasa Suruga contributed by interviewing Chinese and foreign executives to gain insights into the subsea cable sector in China and Southeast Asia.
Another standout project highlighted China’s electronics supply chain,pinpointing areas where the nation has developed competitive alternatives to global leaders. The global supply chain has shifted significantly as Huawei was added to the U.S. Entity List six years ago, with China’s localization efforts accelerating rapidly.
A third story examined how China built a competitive advanced display industry, challenging Samsung’s previous dominance.
What’s next
Nikkei Asia plans to continue its focus on delivering in-depth reporting and analysis of the key technology trends and developments shaping the region.