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China security tech expos seize opportunities to guard state secrets
In a flourishing industry, country’s top tech companies showcase latest products to compete for military, police contracts.
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Not a problem yet: why young Chinese put off planning for retirement
As China grapples with a rapidly ageing population, Beijing urges employees to plan ahead – but is anybody listening?
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China equips Hong Kong with ‘toolbox’ to propel yuan amid de-dollarisation
Doubts about the dollar’s supremacy present a unique opportunity to accelerate the yuan’s internationalisation.
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Pakistan intensifies Balochistan insurgency crackdown after deadly bus bombing
Islamabad also needs to end the rebellion to attract foreign funds to its vast reserves of copper and other ‘critical metals’, analysts say.
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‘There’s nothing we can do’: Chinese students speak of worries over Harvard ban
Thousands of foreigners are in limbo after the US Department of Homeland Security bans the university from taking international students.
24 May 2025 - 6:23AM
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China greenlights mega-canal linking Jiangxi’s resources to Zhejiang’s wealth
Beijing’s drive to build more artificial waterways essential to integrate inland economies with richer coastal regions, analysts say.
24 May 2025 - 10:00AM
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Health & Environment
Hong Kong environment chief says voluntary green measures better given economy
Environment minister Tse Chin-wan warns that mandatory measures could force more businesses to close as he unveils plans for phase two of plastics ban.
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‘Asean’s gateway’ Singapore offers foreign tech start-ups unparalleled growth potential
Support of government agency IMDA ensures city state’s strategic advantages can help innovative firms succeed across region and beyond.
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Harvard sues Trump administration over its ban on enrolment of foreign students
Federal suit calls move ‘blatant violation’ of constitutional rights with ‘devastating effect’ on university and over 7,000 visa holders.
24 May 2025 - 5:12AM
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Hong Kong Economy
What can Hong Kong learn from Shanghai’s aggressive mega-event strategy?
Shanghai is already signing up American pop stars for concerts, and has 178 sporting events and other shows lined up so far this year.
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China Economy
China’s internet watchdog cracks down on false financial claims, stock touting
Top cybersecurity agency shuts down more than a dozen social media accounts amid growing concerns over finance influencers.
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South Africa downgrades Taiwan’s representative office, deepens Beijing ties
South Africa’s decision to remove Taiwan’s diplomatic status and move its office from Pretoria to Johannesburg viewed as a nod to Beijing.
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The wheels on the tank go … Chinese children’s songs get a military makeover
Anthemic videos show off Beijing’s military as internet users celebrate Chinese-made weapons used in Kashmir conflict.
24 May 2025 - 8:00AM
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Big Tech
‘Little, little screws’ one of many hurdles to US-made iPhones
Trump threatened a 25 per cent tariff on any iPhones sold, but not made, in the US, as part of his administration’s goal of reshoring jobs.
24 May 2025 - 11:07AM
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Indonesia faces calls to boost economy through more support for small businesses
Micro, small and medium enterprises account for over 60 per cent of Indonesia’s economy, and analysts say support for them is critical.
24 May 2025 - 12:00PM
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‘Friendly neighbour’: China premier congratulates Singapore’s Wong on win
Singapore and China are marking 35 years of bilateral diplomatic ties this year.
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Anwar Ibrahim mints a dynasty – but Malaysia’s youth aren’t buying it
The rapid ascent of Anwar’s heir apparent Nurul Izzah has alienated many young Malaysians who are tired of old feuds and unfulfilled promises.
24 May 2025 - 8:00AM
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Exit 8’s director and star on turning the video game into a thrilling film
Genki Kawamura and Kazunari Ninomiya talk about the challenges they overcame – including completing the stressful cult hit game themselves.
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Suriname poised for oil wealth injection as voters head to the polls
Besides investing in agriculture, tourism, health, education and green energy, some of the oil money is being paid directly to Surinamese citizens.
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Top exporter Shenzhen underperforms again, takes US tariff blow on chin in April
Export decline last month was led by an 8.3 per cent drop in the city’s general trade, and analyst deems Shenzhen’s export performance ‘volatile’ over last four months.
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Brics message to ‘ring hollow’ if Pakistan is ‘blocked by India’: Khalil Hashmi
Pakistan’s ambassador in Beijing says China – and Trump – welcome to mediate Kashmir conflict.
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As unswerving superpowers meet unsustainable tariffs, Yao Yang breaks down the paradox
From the US-China trade war to China’s economic outlook for the months ahead, the economist and academic – known for his hot takes – talks policy and strategy.
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Princeton’s Rory Truex unwraps Trump’s gifts to China, from tariffs to tech wars
The Chinese politics specialist says he could imagine Beijing leadership smiling about Washington’s ‘counterproductive’ foreign policy.
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Why Scott Kennedy thinks the US-China trade war is ‘far from the endgame’
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AI hardware start-ups get fresh boost from Shenzhen’s US$1 billion funds
The Shenzhen government has launched funds of 5 billion yuan and 2 billion yuan dedicated to AI and robotics start-ups at the city’s AI expo.
23 May 2025 - 7:00AM
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Why is China fighting so hard against the US’ new chip ban – and will it work?
Beijing’s strong reaction to new US curbs on Chinese chips stems from a growing confidence that it can outlast Washington in a stand-off, analysts say.
23 May 2025 - 9:00PM
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Chinese robot firms dazzle at Macau’s Beyond Expo amid AI boom
The significant presence of robotics companies underscores the intense domestic competition in the rapidly growing sector.
23 May 2025 - 7:00PM
Big Tech
Alibaba CEO doubles down on plans for ‘unified global cloud network’
Eddie Wu sees Alibaba Cloud providing the ‘best AI technical services’ to support Chinese enterprises’ global expansion.
23 May 2025 - 7:23PM
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Trump’s ‘gold card’ visa flops among rich Chinese amid trade war, crime fears
Chinese investors are unfazed by the visa’s US$5 million price tag, but have concerns about taxes, crime and the policy’s legality.
23 May 2025 - 9:01AM
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Global Economy
Trump changed Biden’s AI chip rules. What now, will it affect China trade talks?
In tech supremacy battle, Trump undoes Biden-era rule, prompting warning that controls over Chinese chips may make their ecosystem stronger.
22 May 2025 - 10:14PM
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PLA researchers rank Cold War relic B-52 a bigger nuclear threat than F-35, B-2
A Chinese military study puts the 70-year-old bomber ahead of sleek, modern aircraft in risk assessment based on limited strike.
21 May 2025 - 8:00PM
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Taiwan’s Lai enters second year in office with troubles mounting on all sides
No honeymoon for the leader called inflexible, ineffectual in relations with Washington, and still on a collision course with Beijing.
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