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1. China says it is looking at American proposals to scale down tariff war
China is assessing whether to start trade negotiations with the United States following representations from Washington, the Ministry of Commerce said on Friday, signalling a possible easing of the tit-for-tit tariff war between the world’s two largest economies.
2. Deal or no deal? EU engages US, China on high-wire bargaining act
Europe must navigate between the two powers, knowing that cutting an economic deal with one could make it impossible to do so with the other.
3. Chinese entrepreneurs educated overseas hit back at ‘appliance queen’ over spy allegations

A group of Chinese entrepreneurs educated abroad publicly condemned a leading businesswoman’s remarks that overseas-trained workers could be spies.
4. Vice-premier adds weight to push for Shanghai to become global financial centre
The Chinese leadership’s renewed emphasis on accelerating Shanghai’s emergence as a global financial centre reaffirms Beijing’s commitment to the long-standing vision as rising tensions with the United States pose potential financial risks, analysts said.
5. US space agency Nasa will not fund study on China’s moon sample: American scientist

China’s moon rocks and soil will be put under the microscope and compared to Apollo-era samples to deepen understanding of volcanic past. American scientists are eager to get their hands on the samples – but they will not be allowed to use Nasa funding to study them.
6. Chinese firms in Vietnam halt new investment, face closure if Trump’s tariffs return
Many factories have already cancelled orders and scrapped expansion plans despite the US pausing its “reciprocal” duties for 90 days.
7. China’s military reveals details of Type 094 nuclear submarine for first time

The People’s Liberation Army has revealed details of its Type 094 nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine for the first time, during the navy’s open day.


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China softens stance on US tariff talks, spy claims condemned: SCMP daily highlights

Shipping containers are seen at the Port of Miami in Florida, with the Miami skyline in the background. Photo: AFP

Dong Mingzhu, chairwoman of Gree Group appliance firm in China, stirred controversy last month after saying Chinese educated overseas might be spies. Photo: Handout

A visitor looks at lunar soil samples collected by China’s Chang’e-5 and Chang’e-6 missions at the Osaka Expo in Japan. Photo: Xinhua

China’s nuclear-powered Type 094A ballistic missile submarine is said to be quieter than the earlier model. Photo: Reuters

Could Marco Rubio’s new national security role make US-China communications easier?

Marco Rubio has shifted his focus away from issues such as human rights to criticising China’s trade policies. Photo: Reuters

Henry Kissinger was the last person to hold the post of secretary of state and national security adviser at the same time. Photo: dpa

Pakistan Air Force showcases advanced Chinese weapons as tensions escalate with India

A Pakistani JF-17 Block III fighter armed with Chinese-made PL-15 missiles. Photo: Handout

China taps private sector for sci-tech leaders in expanded academic recruitment drive

China’s top sci-tech academies have widened their search for leading talent as Beijing steps up a drive for innovation and self-reliance. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the country should encourage dedication and in-depth research among diverse scientific talent. Photo: AP

The Chinese Academy of Engineering is reassessing criteria for membership. Photo: The Paper

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From China looking at US proposals to ease trade war to factory orders being cancelled in Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage


From China looking at US proposals to ease trade war to factory orders being cancelled in Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.


China softens stance on US tariff talks, spy claims condemned: 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 looking at US proposals to ease trade war to factory orders being cancelled in Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage

1. China says it is looking at American proposals to scale down tariff war

From China looking at US proposals to ease trade war to factory orders being cancelled in Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage