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China cuts US Treasury holdings to lowest level since 2008
The stockpile has now fallen to nearly half its November 2013 peak, financial data shows, as long-term sell-off continues.
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China’s heat pump tech, Tokyo clarifies Taiwan stance: SCMP’s 7 highlights
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China urged to win ‘hearts and minds’ to fill leadership void as US retreats
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Chinese team builds optical chip AI that is 100 times faster than Nvidia’s A100
Researchers harnessed the power of light to create a chip that could perform complex generative tasks with vastly improved energy efficiency.
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Researchers said the chips could make AI “more sustainable”. Photo: Shutterstock
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Trump signs defence bill restricting investment in Chinese tech, military firms
Key provisions target contracts with Chinese biotech companies and outbound investment in technologies with military applications in China.
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Economy, Trade & Business
TikTok reaches deal on new US venture with American investor group
The deal was signed on Thursday, with the landmark move ending years of legal and political uncertainty.
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Politics
US arms deal supports Taiwan’s effort to reassure Trump on defence burden
Weapons package underpins Taipei’s move towards an asymmetric ‘porcupine’ strategy as Washington presses allies to do more.
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The Javelin is a single man-portable fire-and-forget medium-range antitank weapon system designed to defeat all known and projected threat armor. Photo: Handout
Diplomacy
China reportedly sticking to its soybean deal with US, but worries remain
Beijing secures 7 million tonnes of soybeans, passing halfway mark of its US purchase agreement. However, little has been shipped so far.
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US highlights Panama security ties as China-linked canal ports deal stalls
US envoy’s coastguard visit near Panama comes as Beijing presses for Cosco control and Washington pushes back.
19 Dec 2025 - 4:59AM
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Diplomacy
As Trump upends US foreign policy, analysts see fresh openings for China
After a turbulent year, experts expect continued disruption to reshape global influence, testing alliances and altering the balance of power.
19 Dec 2025 - 1:19AM
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Military
Beijing condemns Washington’s landmark US$11 billion arms sale to Taiwan
US State Department approves massive deal that includes billions in Himars and howitzer equipment, drones and software.
18 Dec 2025 - 10:07PM
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Army Tactical Missile Systems are on the Taiwanese military’s shopping list. Photo: AP
China
China’s youth-unemployment rate, Laos joins durian war: SCMP daily highlights
From EU-China trade ties to Laos securing approval to export durians, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
18 Dec 2025 - 9:15PM
Science
Why US lawmakers killed a proposal targeting science efforts with China
US researchers and industry experts warn that even the revised version may have unintended consequences.
18 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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Science
China’s mind-control robot tech breakthrough brings ‘telepathy’ to life
Huge advancement allows paralysed man to work, order takeaway delivery via robotic dogs and control smart wheelchairs with his thoughts.
18 Dec 2025 - 8:00PM
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China’s military accuses Japan of raising ‘space arms race’ risk
Diplomatic war of words continues with PLA Daily articles targeting Tokyo’s defence and intelligence plans.
18 Dec 2025 - 7:03PM
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Japan plans to upgrade its Space Operations Group to a full corps. Photo: Handout
Diplomacy
Cambodia and Thailand tell China’s Wang Yi they’re willing to cease fire
Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers brief Chinese counterpart on border conflict, while Beijing vows to ‘serve as a bridge’.
18 Dec 2025 - 9:53PM
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Diplomacy
China FM Wang Yi reaffirms Beijing’s backing for Venezuela as US pressure grows
In a call with his Caracas counterpart, the Chinese foreign minister says mutual trust and support are a tradition of bilateral ties.
18 Dec 2025 - 4:11PM
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How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power
With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.
26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PM
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Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo
Global Economy
What economic cards will China play with Japan? Analysts see dilemma in the row
Beijing seen balancing need to retaliate against Tokyo with risk of alienating foreign investors; experts expect cautious strategy.
26 Nov 2025 - 12:09AM
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Diplomacy
Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties
US president’s conversations with Chinese and Japanese leaders suggest Washington is engaged in a delicate balancing act, analysts say.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:57PM
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Why China took Japan criticism to UN twice but did not raise it at G20
Analysts say Beijing views the UN as a platform to ‘anchor’ its position on Taiwan, particularly because it offers a wider reach.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:29PM
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