Hang Seng Biotechnology Index rose more than 4%; Yingxi Intelligent, GenScript Biotech, Nuocheng Jianhua and Akeso each gained over 6%.

China A-share gaming sector rallied briefly; Dianhun Network hit the daily limit-up, while Xunyou Technology, Youzu Network, Zhongqingbao, Baotong Technology and Zhangqu Technology also advanced.

Axios reports the Trump administration has urged Ukraine to stop strikes on Russian refineries, saying such attacks are pushing up global diesel prices; diesel was repeatedly raised in recent communications. Ukraine chief negotiator and foreign intelligence chief Rustem Umerov told reporters talks have progressed and outstanding issues have been reduced to one or two key points, but long-range strikes are escalating: Ukraine has struck Moscow and Russian refinery targets while Russia continues missile attacks on Kyiv and other cities. Umerov said the U.S. is pressing to end the war and is seeking to provide security guarantees to Ukraine.