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1. China’s new plan to boost consumption is ‘most comprehensive’ since 1970s
China’s newly announced consumption action plan is the most comprehensive package of policies for boosting consumer spending that the country has released in over four decades, analysts said.
2. China’s 2025 starts with rising retail sales as consumption takes centre stage
China has reported a 4 per cent growth in consumption in the first two months of 2025, a modest increase that keeps the pressure on policymakers as China strives to achieve its ambitious annual economic growth target of “around 5 per cent”.
3. Why China’s economic recovery is captivating investors again: Robin Xing

Morgan Stanley’s chief China economist sees green shoots in China thanks to innovation, but highlights need for social security reform.
4. China sends delegation to Panama for talks after ports deal, belt and road exit
China has sent a senior-level delegation to Panama at a time when relations have been clouded by developments surrounding the Panama Canal, a move seen by observers as an attempt to “understand what is unfolding” and possibly reverse the situation.
5. Why the choice of the next Dalai Lama is such a sensitive issue for Beijing

The exiled Tibetan spiritual leader has hinted his successor may be born outside China, setting the scene for intense controversy.
6. Mainland China names 4 Taiwanese in cyberattack, fake news accusations online
Beijing’s top spy agency has accused four members of the Taiwanese defence ministry’s Information, Communications and Electronic Force Command (ICEFCOM) of conducting cyberattacks against the Chinese mainland and churning out fake news.
7. Chinese scientists turn tumours to ‘pork’ in radical cancer treatment

Scientists have turned the same immune response that rejects organ transplants to their advantage – to target cancer.


Tokyo Sézanne’s missing stars; Hongkonger shed 32kg in 8 months: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Chinese carmakers race Tesla on humanoid robots; BYD launches ‘God’s Eye’: 7 EV reads

Philippines’ deadly quake, India’s rise in critical minerals: 7 Asia highlights

China turns African port into tourist spot, students rethink Hong Kong: 5 weekend reads

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China plan to boost consumption, scientists turn tumours to ‘pork’: SCMP daily highlights

Shoppers walk along Nanjing Road in central Shanghai. China is striving to boost consumption amid a slowing economy. Photo: Shutterstock

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

The Dalai Lama has promised to resolve the reincarnation issue this year. Photo: Reuters

A pioneering new cancer treatment tricks the body into thinking tumours are pig cells which leads to an immune response which targets the cancer cells. Photo: Shutterstock

China unveils 30-point toolbox to lift consumption

People cross a street in front of a large screen displaying the latest stock market and economy data, in Shanghai on March 11. Photo: EPA-EFE 

Did a US military contractor use a Chinese-made jet engine in ‘Strategic Strike’ missile?

A new missile from a US defence contractor has caused controversy online after viewers suggested it is using a Chinese-made engine. Photo: X/ethan_thorn2003

The Swiwin SW800 Pro engine. Viewers of Mach Industries’ video have suggested the missile is using this jet engine. Photo: Swiwin

The footage shows the missile’s 3D-printed body and engine assembly. Photo: X/ethan_thorn2003

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From China’s new policy to boost consumer spending to a pioneering cancer treatment, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage


From China’s new policy to boost consumer spending to a pioneering cancer treatment, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.


China plan to boost consumption, scientists turn tumours to ‘pork’: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From China’s new policy to boost consumer spending to a pioneering cancer treatment, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage

1. China’s new plan to boost consumption is ‘most comprehensive’ since 1970s

From China’s new policy to boost consumer spending to a pioneering cancer treatment, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage