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EU ‘mega tariff’: French minister urges caution amid calls for 30% China duty
Finance minister distances himself from French government agency’s proposal for blanket EU tariffs on China to stop ‘destruction’ of local industry.
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Chinese probe into museum scandal alleges historic mismanagement and corruption
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China keen to realise ambitions for digital currency amid slow uptake
Despite record transactions last year, most users prefer alternatives – while Beijing likely to maintain gradual expansion, analysts say.
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Hong Kong adds 681 family offices as wealthy shift focus from US: Deloitte
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China’s cruise industry passes major milestone as Beijing eyes travel boom
As domestic liner handles 1 millionth passenger, Beijing says it aims to turn yachts and cruise ships into major new consumption drivers.
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Why High Seas Treaty could change ‘rules of the game’ in South China Sea row
Effective January 17, the framework protects unique marine biodiversity and ecosystems in areas beyond any individual country’s jurisdiction.
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City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.
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Will Taiwan meet sub delivery deadline, unlock defence funds with Hai Kun tests?
Prototype under Indigenous Defence Submarine programme is seen as central to boosting asymmetric naval capabilities to counter Beijing.
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‘Balancing act’: why Malaysia is boosting its missile arsenal amid maritime row
The navy is adding new Norwegian and Turkish missiles to replace its ageing arsenal of decades-old Exocets.
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Hong Kong’s Li Ka Shing Foundation gifts 5,000 Disneyland tickets to domestic helpers
Expanded charity scheme will treat workers from six nations to free day at the theme park with meals and transport covered.
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