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Observers predict the two sides must make progress on touchy issues such as trade and fentanyl before China will agree to leaders’ meeting.
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Japan to deploy long-range missiles on Kyushu as Taiwan fears grow, Kyodo says
Deployment likely to begin at the end of next March, according to news agency report citing Japanese government sources.
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Chinese basin may have been a refuge in largest extinction. Do we need another?
Researchers say Turpan-Hami Basin in Xinjiang hosted diverse plant life throughout end-Permian mass extinction 252 million years ago.
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Duterte’s ICC arrest justified under obscure Philippine law, legal experts say
Supporters of the former president have slammed the move by Manila to allow Duterte’s transfer to The Hague, calling it a ‘kidnapping’.
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Yellow Sea stand-off over ‘steel structure’ raises China-South Korean tensions
Last month’s confrontation between coastguards began when Chinese vessels blocked South Korean inspection of an object off Jeju Island, reports say.
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CEO Lei Jun sees progress as Xiaomi raises 2025 EV deliveries target by 16%
Xiaomi is entering the high-end segment of the EV market and also eyeing overseas sales as it ramps up production.
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Hong Kong anti-corruption agency arrests 22 over HK$2 million mortgage fee fraud
Eighteen bank staff among those accused of taking bribes from intermediary to defraud institution of referral fees in mortgage loan applications.
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Exploration of Earth’s most biodiverse areas can solve planet’s environmental challenges
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Trump says Xi will visit US, Taiwan holds combat drills: SCMP daily highlights
From Trump’s remarks on Xi to calls for wider social safety net in China, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.
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Policy
Chinese economist calls for bold action to fill climate leadership vacuum
Former central bank official says China can take up position abdicated by US if it adopts a strategy of mutual benefit in climate policy.
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Hong Kong Economy
BlackRock, buyer of Hong Kong Hutchison’s Panama ports, in the spotlight
Elite US institutional investor has a significant presence in Hong Kong but has kept a studiously low profile.
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Tech War
Chinese institute offers ‘uncapped’ pay to talent in chipmaking gear development
The generous terms reflect how China is sparing no effort to entice young talent to boost the nation’s capabilities in lithography systems.
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Lifestyle & Culture
Petition in South Korea demanding laws against celebrity bullying gains traction
Prompted by the death of K-drama star Kim Sae-Ron, the petition has garnered enough signatures to warrant a review by a committee.
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Big Tech
AMD CEO visits China, touts chip compatibility with DeepSeek models
The US semiconductor firm and main rival of Nvidia has been promoting its infrastructural support for DeepSeek’s AI models.
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China Economy
As export growth slows, China looks to integrate exporters into domestic market
Beijing aims to help its vast export sector ride out the trade war by working with firms to expand their domestic sales.
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Europe
Paris police evict migrants from theatre after months-long occupation
The evacuation came as French authorities seek to tighten immigration policies, in a move reflecting the rightward shift in French politics.
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Americas
At least 12 die as Honduras plane crashes into water after take-off
The small Jetstream plane crashed minutes after taking off from Honduras’ popular Roatan Island.
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Middle East
Israel strikes across Gaza kill hundreds as ceasefire collapses
Palestinian health authorities report at least 400 dead as Israeli military warns of campaign beyond air strikes.
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Europe
Poland, Baltic nations to quit landmine treaty amid Russia threat
Quitting the 1997 treaty will allow Poland and the three Baltic countries to start stockpiling and using landmines again.
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Why China’s economic recovery is captivating investors again: Robin Xing
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Political analyst Zheng Yongnian on how China should respond to Trump’s return
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China watcher Wang Xiangwei says ‘bloated bureaucracy’ is stifling growth
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It is China’s moment to shine as the US disrupts the post-World War II order, but there may be challenges ahead, analysts say.
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Trump cut off aid to South Africa. Will it tilt the balance in China’s favour?
Washington’s ‘self-centred foreign policy’ may push Pretoria and others closer to Beijing, observer says.
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Webinar | ‘Two sessions’ 2025 key takeaways: insights into China’s economic strategy
SCMP and Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis co-host a webinar to discuss key developments from the annual ‘two sessions’.
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A battle is playing out over Congolese cobalt. China is well ahead
Rivalry for critical minerals is intensifying, but observer says US ‘doesn’t offer viable alternative’ to Chinese investments in DR Congo.
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