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Trump invests US$51 million in bonds linked to his own policy agenda
Without a blind trust, Trump builds wealth as president with bond trades in firms his policies affect, drawing scrutiny over conflicts of interest.
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Why ‘monumental’ China duty-free trade deal has Kenya wanting more
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Hong Kong’s CineArt Cinema to open branch at site of Ma On Shan’s only theatre
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Hong Kong Economy
Galloping horses theme of Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks display
Jockey Club will sponsor show as part of campaign to celebrate the equine zodiac throughout the Year of the Horse, from races to exhibitions.
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This year’s Lunar New Year fireworks display, titled “Prosperity gallops across Hong Kong”, will feature yuanbaos (ingots) and other auspicious symbols. Photo: HKJC
Russia & Central Asia
Putin offers to mediate Iran crisis amid tensions with Israel, Trump threat
The Russian leader spoke with Israel’s Netanyahu and Iran’s Pezeshkian on Friday, offering Moscow’s help to mediate in the region, the Kremlin said.
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Hong Kong Economy
Ex-Hong Kong Disneyland boss to take reins as CEO of Kai Tak Sports Park
Andrew Kam will take over from CEO John Sharkey, who is stepping down after a nearly 10-year stint.
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Global Economy
TSMC buys up land in Arizona as Taiwan pledges US$500 billion US tech investment
Chip giant TSMC plans to build a ‘gigafab cluster’ in the US, with Taiwan committing to US$500 billion investment under a new trade deal.
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Morris Chang, founder of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), gives a speech at the company’s production site in Phoenix, Arizona, in 2022. The firm has now bought a second tract of land adjoining the site. Photo: AP
Science
Chinese scientists unlock possible key to dark matter after almost 90 years
Researchers have made the first direct observation of a quantum phenomenon known as the Migdal effect.
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Politics
French ‘intimacy’: Philippines, France near deal for Indo-Pacific strength
The visiting forces deal comes on top of similar pacts with other nations and could help the Philippines attain a ‘muscular defence arsenal’.
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Politics
Why India is losing ground over Bangladesh and Myanmar to regional rivals
Pakistan and China have been drawing closer to Bangladesh and Myanmar in areas such as defence and trade at India’s expense, analysts say.
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Law and Crime
Hong Kong man in court over seditious acts, media arson threats calls it ‘mischief’
Court adjourns case of man, 43, accused of threatening to burn down offices of media outlets, including the Post, unless they published seditious articles.
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West Kowloon Court granted a request by Tse Chun-pan, 43, to adjourn the hearing for two months so that his lawyers could continue negotiations with prosecutors regarding his plea. Photo: Jelly Tse
People
Malaysia’s Umno chief denies he ‘sidelined’ Najib to save himself
Ahmad Zahid, who has been cleared of corruption charges, says the party has ‘never wavered’ from its position of supporting its ex-leader.
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Diplomacy
Trump pick for South America command sidesteps China questions at Senate hearing
Lieutenant General Francis Donovan’s answers frustrated even Republicans in favour of a military-first plan to counter Chinese influence.
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China Personalities
China ‘hardcore grandma’ live-streamer gains fame for farm fertilisation drone skills
Dai views her new role as both a source of entertainment and a way to stay connected with her family.
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Hong Kong Economy
Number of registered companies in Hong Kong reaches record 1.56 million in 2025
According to Companies Registry, 195,343 were newly registered local and redomiciled firms, while 99,406 dissolved over the same period.
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Hong Kong’s central business district in Central. Photo: Edmond So
Banking & Finance
HSBC reviews Singapore insurance unit amid high Hong Kong, mainland China growth
It ‘makes sense’ for HSBC to focus on ‘core high-growth markets’ that have ‘underpenetrated’ insurance needs, analyst says.
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Politics
Why is Xi Jinping putting the political heat back on illegal villas and resorts?
Xi highlights the luxury developments as proof of the need to promote sustainability and combat graft.
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Banking & Finance
Xi’s appointments underscore his policy priorities as economy slows
China’s government promoted Yi Huiman, the chairman of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), to head of the securities regulator to help steer the stock market toward an avenue for fundraising.
30 Jan 2019 - 9:54AM
Chinese President Xi Jinping, right, visits a farm in Jiansanjiang in northeastern China's Heilongjiang province on September 25, 2018. Xi was on an inspection tour of the region as China has slapped tariffs on US agricultural imports and looked to increase farming self-sufficiency amid a growing trade war with the United States. Photo: Xinhua
Companies
Son of Hong Kong's ‘Superman’ tycoon reinvests in home town
Analysts say Victor Li, who has been frustrated by his attempts to acquire overseas assets because of protectionism, trade disputes and rising interest rates, has once again started looking at Hong Kong’s property market for reasonable returns on its investments.
3 Apr 2019 - 9:47AM
Companies
Sun Hung Kai pays US$1.43 billion for fourth Kai Tak runway plot
23 Jan 2019 - 11:31PM
Companies
China pharma has a bitter pill to swallow: R&D
Beijing wants cheaper, better drugs. That’s pressuring drug makers to innovate as generics become more competitive.
19 Jan 2019 - 12:40PM
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Too few Chinese finish secondary school to sustain growth
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An internally split Europe can never fully engage China and Asia
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Investors are giving Trump a free pass
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Time to end bid-rigging in Hong Kong with criminalisation, tougher enforcement
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Without pension reform, China is leaving its rural elderly out in the cold
15 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
James Borton
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High Seas Treaty will both boost China’s power and hold it accountable
15 Jan 2026 - 6:33AM
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