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Jimmy Lai has been behind bars since December 2020. Photo: Reuters
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Jimmy Lai introduced Taiwan’s Tsai Ing-wen to ex-US officials, Hong Kong court hears

Police have ramped up security at West Kowloon Court, where Lai’s trial has been held since last December 18.

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Developing | US vows more sanctions on Hong Kong officials after jailing of 45 activists

US move comes after 45 activists were jailed for four to 10 years for their participation in a plot to overthrow the government.

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China Economy

Why are consumers in some of China’s smaller cities outspending metropolitans?

People face less daunting financial pressures and lesser debt burdens in smaller Chinese cities, with relatively stable expectations about the future.

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Diplomacy

Elon Musk’s China ties ‘a profound threat’ to US national security: senator

The SpaceX and Tesla CEO’s business interests could be exploited by Beijing, according to testimony at cybersecurity hearing.

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China’s air force operates J-16D electronic warfare fighter jets for radar jamming, according to a new US government report. Photo: AP

In potential Taiwan Strait conflict, this PLA strategy may throw off US: report

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Why some Hong Kong shoppers are ditching bargains in mainland China

Quality assurance, political values, human ties and ‘stubbornness’ among reasons they stay home to shop.

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Policy

Explainer | What makes China’s ultra-long ‘special bonds’ so special?

China has only issued its ultra-long-term government bonds in special circumstances – here’s why this year qualifies.

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How the Philippines wins Western support with its ‘vocal’ South China Sea stance

Analysts say the Philippines’ transparency initiative is spotlighting China’s actions and rallying global allies in the US and Europe.

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Lifestyle

Towards Our Perpetual Planet event spotlights sustainability

Thought leaders and innovators came together in Hong Kong to highlight initiatives that seek to protect the natural world.

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The Towards Our Perpetual Planet event, organised by SCMP Live in partnership with Rolex’s Perpetual Planet Initiative, took place in September at the Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong.

Military

China’s top 5 weapons systems, from stealth fighters to anti-ballistic missiles

Zero in on the five most advanced weapons systems that were on display at the recent Zhuhai Air Show

Law and Crime

45 Hong Kong activists jailed for 4 to 10 years over plot to topple government

Former legal scholar and ‘mastermind’ Benny Tai receives 10-year prison term.

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China Business

Shenzhen joins Beijing and Shanghai in offering tax breaks to boost home sales

Homeowners will not have to pay value-added tax when reselling their property after two years.

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Tech War

Beijing chip forum attendees mull impact of TSMC block, second Trump term

At the 21st China International Semiconductor Expo, industry experts weighed in on the challenges and opportunities ahead in domestic chipmaking.

Naura Technology’s booth at Semicon China in Shanghai in March. Photo: Che Pan

Politics

Indonesia condemned her to death. But soon she’ll return home to the Philippines

Mary Jane Veloso was convicted of drug trafficking and has been on death row in Indonesia for 14 years.

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Filipino drug convict and death row prisoner Mary Jane Veloso pictured in 2015. Photo: AFP

Middle East

Israel PM offers US$5 million per hostage freed, vows no Hamas rule in Gaza

The prime minister also promised a ‘safe way out’ of Gaza for the family of anyone who brings an abductee back to Israel.

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Southeast Asia

Trump will keep US-Philippines economic and defence ties strong: Manila envoy

If Washington cuts back, Manila is ready to work with other regional partners, Philippine Ambassador to US Jose Manuel Romualdez adds.

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Americas

Bodies burned in streets after Haiti police, civilians kill 28 suspected gang members

Grisly scenes in Haiti’s capital as residents stand with police in a battle to repel the latest gang attack.

Residents question a person who is not from the neighbourhood after an attempted overnight attack by gangs. Photo: Reuters

Health & Wellness

Meet ‘Jay Chou of the fitness world’, Malaysian influencer Jordan Yeoh

The social media star and 2024 Hong Kong Fitness and Wellness Expo instructor talks about struggling with attention and his workout routine.

Jordan Yeoh is one of the featured experts at the 2024 Hong Kong Fitness and Wellness Expo. Photo: Jordan Yeoh

Politics

Japanese demand end to ‘comfort women’ funds after politician’s conviction

Yoon Mee-hyang was jailed and fined for embezzling funds meant for Korean ‘comfort women’ in a case that dragged on for several years.

Australasia

Australia pushes pension reform as it braces for 10% of population to retire

With 2.5 million Australians set to retire in the next decade, the government wants to reshape its US$2.5 trillion pension industry.

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Open Questions | ‘It’s going to hot up’: Robin Niblett on the ‘cold war mentality’ of US, China

Foreign affairs expert explains why ‘guardrails’ have not eased US-China tensions and the EU’s role in the growing rivalry

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Open Questions | Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed

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Open Questions | Economist Huang Yiping on Trump trade war 2.0 and China’s stimulus ‘U-turn’

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As US and India line up in a second Trump administration, China could be targeted

Trump nominees for high-level positions suggest Washington will lean more toward New Delhi and further from Beijing, analysts say.

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Diplomacy

Passion and tech resurrected China’s lost cave art, and unearthed past wrongs

‘Monuments woman’ Katherine Tsiang’s Buddhist statue digital restorations have revived interest in lost dynasties and protection of cultural treasures.

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Society

Would cooling-off period stop Hongkongers from being burned by gym hard sell?

Customers of failed fitness chain Physical say they prepaid large amounts for services to be used over many years.

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China Economy

China’s first-wave tycoons are retiring. Are their kids ready to step up?

As China’s first-generation entrepreneurs reach old age, their companies grapple with succession dilemmas and a new business landscape.

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China No 2 in new drugs on the way as market scale tops US$13 billion

China has already approved nearly thrice the number of innovative drugs than in the 13th five-year plan, Shanghai forum hears.

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Data from China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology shows 37 innovative drugs and 51 medical devices were approved for sale this year. Photo: Xinhua

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China’s low-altitude economy is all the buzz, so where are the tangible results?

National-level plans are in the works and will likely offer guidance to local governments eager to capitalise on the low-altitude sector, from drones to eVTOL aircraft.

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Tech War

Beijing chip forum attendees mull impact of TSMC block, second Trump term

At the 21st China International Semiconductor Expo, industry experts weighed in on the challenges and opportunities ahead in domestic chipmaking.

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Brazilian envoy says Chinese new energy investments welcome

Brazilian diplomat says country’s ‘huge’ potential in new energy makes it an appealing venue for Chinese investment.

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Brazilian consul general Manuel Innocencio De Lacerda Santos Jr said electric vehicle investment from China into his country would be welcomed. Photo: Reuters

Law and Crime

Hong Kong 47: Benny Tai jailed for 10 years over plot to overthrow government

‘Clear message’ sent over seriousness of offences, minister Chris Tang says, as government considers appeal to push for longer jail terms.

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Police stand guard outside West Kowloon Court as Hong Kong’s landmark subversion trial draws to a close. Photo: Sam Tsang

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China’s anti-espionage agency warns spies could steal surveillance camera data

Ministry of State Security advises tightened management of nation’s vast camera network after receiving tip from citizen.

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Science

How a Chinese spacecraft will catch Mars rock samples for journey to Earth

A lightweight device on an orbiting module will capture a container about the size of a coffee can.

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China no longer US’ top source of foreign students for first time in 15 years

Shift in rankings comes as US officials signal a preference for Indians in certain fields because of national security concerns.

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The number of Chinese studying in the US has steadily declined since the 2019-20 academic year. Photo: AP
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