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Chinese President Xi Jinping holds talks with Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedov on the sidelines of the China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, on Tuesday. Photo: Xinhua

China and Central Asian leaders cap summit with friendship pact and aid pledge

Beijing commits more than a billion yuan to a region at the heart of its infrastructure and security interests.

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Xi Jinping heads to energy-rich Kazakhstan for China-Central Asia summit

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Global Economy

China pushes regional finance bank as Russia pivots to Asia: analysts

Beijing’s bid to deepen Eurasian economic integration gains momentum as Western pressure forces Moscow to recalibrate, analysts say.

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Diplomacy

China’s Xi urges Israel, Iran to ‘de-escalate’, says Beijing can be peacemaker

President Xi Jinping’s remarks during talks with Uzbek counterpart come as China begins to evacuate nationals from Iran and Israel.

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Wealth

Hong Kong wealth legacy academy portal links rich patrons with charitable causes

The website will serve as a repository for philanthropic projects that wealthy families can participate in, chairman Adrian Cheng says.

Science
Newly developed system can deliver significant advantages against modern military radars, according to researchers involved in the project. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese scientists build world’s first 6G-powered electronic warfare system

China Economy

China’s C929 jet secures Western tech as manufacturer signs parts deals

Though supply chains and trade relations have been strained, China’s in-development widebody plane will feature components from Western firms.

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China’s in-development C929 jet will have some of its components designed by Western firms, plane manufacturer Comac has said. Photo: AFP
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Politics

Philippines says more US Typhon missiles ‘very welcome’ despite China’s warnings

Army spokesman says more of the advanced missile launchers would accelerate training as regional tensions simmer.

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Diplomacy

‘A new China shock’: von der Leyen revives hard line on Beijing at G7 summit

After months of soft-pedalling, EC chief urges leaders to unite against China’s dominance of rare earths supply chains.

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Travel & Leisure

If Hong Kong was a dish, what would it be? Top chefs plate up their answers

Luke Armstrong of L’Envol at The St Regis Hong Kong and Alicia Castillo of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, share how the city inspires them.

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Chefs Luke Armstrong of L’Envol at The St Regis Hong Kong and Alicia Castillo of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, draw inspiration from the city to create new dishes.

Middle East

Iran’s Khamenei is cornered and prone to errors as Israel hits his inner circle

The supreme leader finds himself isolated by the losses of his key security advisers, raising the risk of strategic miscalculations.

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Smoke rises from the rubble of an Iranian state media building in Tehran on June 16. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS

China Economy

China to nearly double nuclear power capacity by 2040 in rapid build-up

The reactor-building spree would make China by far the world’s largest nuclear power generator, while the US strives to revive its own industry.

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Society

Hong Kong police officer’s pistol accidentally goes off at headquarters

No injuries reported after single round fired while officer was unloading 9mm CF98-A pistol in designated area.

Middle East

Explainer | What are Iran’s options for retaliatory strikes against Israel?

Iran’s steps could include blocking the Strait of Hormuz, quitting a nuclear treaty and launching attacks on Israeli tourists.

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Smoke billows from Iran’s Shahran oil depot, northwest of Tehran, on June 16. Photo: AFP via Getty Images/TNS

China

Trump breaks with G7 stance, Nvidia to attend China expo: SCMP daily highlights

From US tech giant Nvidia attending a China expo to the Fujian aircraft carrier’s possible commission, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney (right) with US President Donald Trump after officially welcoming the American leader to the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on Monday. Photo: The Canadian Press via AP

Military

How do the US robot dogs in Trump’s military parade stack up against China’s?

The United States is not the only player in the autonomous, intelligent combat field, with China also deploying similar technology.

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China Economy

China’s private firms back in driver’s seat as regulations ease: Goldman Sachs

Analysts at the investment bank say after a regulatory inflection point, China’s private economy is stepping up its activity.

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Economics

Will Indonesia’s US$1.5 billion stimulus lift its economy?

The two-month plan to boost spending may miss its target, as analysts doubt its impact on informal workers and the middle class.

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Indonesians in Kuningan City mall in Jakarta on May 21. The government is hoping its stimulus package will revive the economy. Photo: EPA-EFE

Europe

Chinese national accused of drugging and raping women in Germany

In some cases, the man is suspected of overpowering, anaesthetising and raping the victims during property viewings.

A Chinese national was charged in Germany for drugging and raping multiple women. Photo: Shutterstock

Entertainment

Elio review: Pixar’s take on E.T. is a rare misfire, despite looking great

The story of an orphaned boy and aliens who believe he is the leader of Earth, Elio paints a pretty picture but lacks the usual Pixar punch.

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Politics

China’s state security agency warns of phishing emails sent by foreign spies

In one case a shipbuilding expert at a well-known university received an email with a Trojan program embedded in it, ministry says.

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OPINION
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Opinion | US-China trade war’s shift to export controls is music to Beijing’s ears

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Opinion | Israel-Iran conflict is latest test of China’s self-proclaimed neutrality

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Opinion | Why Australia should welcome collapse of lopsided Aukus deal

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My Take | China attains leverage in trade war on the back of its trump card: rare earths

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Opinion | Hong Kong an example in balancing national security and people’s rights

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The US-China rivalry is reshaping global supply chains – who benefits most?

Vietnam, Indonesia and other emerging economies could emerge as winners, analysts say.

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Open Questions | Trump and Xi to act tough but won’t allow free fall in US-China ties: Ryan Hass

Think tank expert and former diplomat discusses Donald Trump’s approach to China and why his ‘bromance’ with Xi Jinping might be one-sided.

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Open Dialogue | Is the US dollar’s decline inevitable? Kenneth Rogoff and Yu Yongding weigh in

The two economists reflect on how the Trump administration’s recent actions have harmed the US dollar – and handed China a golden opportunity.

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Open Questions | How US tech curbs pushed China to innovate, and where a ‘super AI’ could emerge

Law professor says regulating AI is ‘like buying insurance’ and precautions must be taken, especially by pioneers in the field.

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Global Economy

Open Questions | Truth in the truce: Wendy Cutler mulls if US-China trade can find lasting peace

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China’s orchard of AI, chip grads now ripe for the pickin’ as tech trade sours

Many who entered university during Trump’s first trade war with China are ready to become key cogs in China’s hi-tech engine.

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DeepSeek rival MiniMax says its first AI reasoning model halves compute of R1

The Shanghai-based firm said its open-source M1 model is more efficient in tasks including maths and coding than the popular DeepSeek-R1.

China Economy

China’s C929 jet secures Western tech as manufacturer signs parts deals

Though supply chains and trade relations have been strained, China’s in-development widebody plane will feature components from Western firms.

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Big Tech

Unitree Robotics boosts capital base, paving the way for new fundraising round

Unitree has garnered significant attention, becoming a poster child for China’s dynamic robotics sector.

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Why the Trump-Musk feud may have cooled, but China’s concern has not

Trump’s unpredictability is well known, but his treatment of his erstwhile ally will make Beijing extra cautious about agreeing to a summit.

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As US urges foreign investment, Chinese firms see Trump policy and balk

Mixed messaging from American leader adds to complicated terrain for companies, especially at state level where suspicion can run high.

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Science

What next for He Jiankui, the human gene editor locked in limbo?

The biophysicist dubbed ‘China’s Frankenstein’ vows to continue controversial research that made him a ‘public enemy’.

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Are Trump’s student visa curbs a self-inflicted wound on US innovation?

Upended policies could serve as a catalyst for China to position itself as hub for global education, research and investment, experts say.

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