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Could China-Europe tensions be easing with a flurry of French and EU diplomacy?
The French foreign minister and EU trade chief have been in Beijing to mend fences on trade and Ukraine.
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Hong Kong group ‘will not sign Panama deal next week’, Beijing to launch probe
Beijing to launch antitrust probe into deal by Li Ka-shing’s CK Hutchison Holdings.
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Over 150 dead across Myanmar, Thailand as quake traps scores under rubble
A state of emergency has been declared in Bangkok as rescuers rush to the site of a collapsed building where at least 80 workers are unaccounted for.
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China’s non-fossil-fuel power capacity tops 2,000GW for first time ever
China Electricity Council data shows non-fossil fuels now account for 58.8 per cent of country’s total installed power capacity.
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Hong Kong Sevens as it happened: laser show and city’s men light up Kai Tak
Hong Kong’s women run in five tries against Kazakhstan, and opening ceremony dazzles before city’s men sweep past China.
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China risks US reaction by intervening in Panama Canal sale: senior ex-diplomat
Daniel Kritenbrink tells Post that Beijing should treat the transaction as a private deal, the first comment of its kind by a former top official.
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Military
US-China 6th-gen fighter race: will cost, tech issues bring down the F-47?
US announcement of sixth-generation fighter raises new questions about delivery and feasibility amid soaring competition with China, analysts say.
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Beyond the plate: Hong Kong’s food tech innovators cultivate a sustainable future
Local Michelin-star chef famous for ‘nature-inspired’ cuisine sources innovative green ingredients from three entrepreneurs.
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Why is Trump embracing law of the jungle, asks top Chinese economist
Wu Xiaoqiu says rising protectionist sentiment has dealt a severe blow to global economic recovery.
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Global Economy
With its chips on the table, Taiwan seen avoiding the worst US tariffs
Taiwan falls under the 15 per cent of the world Trump has flagged for its trade imbalance with the US, so tariff risk still looms in coming days.
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Hong Kong Sevens revellers swap Wan Chai for Kowloon’s culinary delights
Thai food and hotpot are the new postgame treats for some fans of much loved annual tournament, which is being held in Kai Tak Stadium for first time.
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United States & Canada
Trump, Canada’s PM Carney ease tensions with ‘productive’ call
Trump said the two had agreed to meet soon after Canada’s general election on April 28.
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Myanmar quake strikes China’s belt and road heartland: how bad is it?
Deadly quake prompts worries about Sino-Myanmar pipelines, a strategic overland route for China’s oil and gas imports from the Middle East.
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Hong Kong travel agencies may cancel Thailand tours in wake of earthquake
Hong Kong tour groups, involving fewer than 100 people, travelling in Thailand during the quake have been reported safe.
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Fans left frustrated by taxi issues on opening day of Hong Kong Sevens
Spectators lament taxi arrangements at Kai Tak Sports Park with some having to wait up to 45 minutes.
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Military
US Air Force nominee wants total drones approach to counter mainland China
Troy Meink tells confirmation hearing that the Pentagon needs to shorten acquisition timelines or PLA will continue to close the gap.
28 Mar 2025 - 5:57PM
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Beijing accuses Taiwan of ‘malice’ after warship and fishing boat collide
No injuries were reported but the nighttime incident comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Taiwan Strait.
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Declassified 1994 files show how diplomats doubted North Korea’s ‘goofy’ Kim Jong-il
Newly released files show experts from the US and Russia were sceptical he could hold onto power in the wake of his father’s sudden death.
28 Mar 2025 - 3:45PM
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Hong Kong’s MTR Corp freezes fares for first time since 2023 formula reform
The freeze takes into account affordability, company’s profitability and wage index for transport sector workers.
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US-China clash ‘inevitable’? Why it’s time to get talking about Pericles’ walls
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China’s top foundry SMIC reports revenue growth in 2024, but net profits plunge
Full-year revenue grew 27 per cent to US$8 billion but net profit plunged 45.4 per cent to US$493 million.
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Hutchison, government in talks to see if there’s any way out as deadline nears
Sources say Hong Kong government approached Hutchison immediately after learning on March 4 about the surprise deal to sell its port operations.
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How did China’s top weapons brains become targets of its anti-corruption push?
Acceleration of defence sector’s anti-corruption drive may be linked to the downfall of former defence minister Li Shangfu, analysts say.
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Sixth-generation wireless communications will change the way we interact with the world but not all countries are embracing it.
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What’s behind the pro-Beijing camp’s criticism of the Panama ports deal?
The backlash against Hutchison’s ports sell-off is designed to send a message to other Chinese firms with overseas assets, analysts say.
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