China’s spring festival wrapped up last week … and millions of Chinese have now returned to their homes. In fact, China’s official media says more than 300 million residents were on the move at some point around the holidays, which included the Lunar New Year. So how did all that traveling go? HPR’s Bill Dorman has some highlights in today’s Asia Minute.

Japan’s government is trying a new twist to encourage households to put solar panels on their rooftops. The idea is for companies to rent space from private homes---and help residents turn a profit. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

The Pentagon is going through a number of changes—and some of them are likely to have an impact on Hawaii. Military forces based in the state will continue to play a leading role in the Asia Pacific. And that includes a changing relationship with the Philippines. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

Creating jobs is a concern for every economy in the world. In South Korea, the government is taking a unique approach to the challenge. And in the process, it’s creating another benefit for workers. HPR’s Bill Dorman has more in today’s Asia Minute.

Solar energy is a popular topic for political leaders this week. President Obama talked about it in his State of the Union speech. In the State of the State address, Governor Abercrombie mentioned solar as part of nearly seven dozen renewable energy projects underway around the state. But solar power is making different kinds of headlines in India.