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1. China showcases full spectrum of drone technology in ‘border control’ exercise
China has staged a warfare demonstration using a full spectrum of uncrewed systems, underscoring its role as a leading global drone supplier, according to a state media report.
2. As China’s economy beats expectations, why workers continue to carry the burden
GDP growth is on pace to meet leadership’s goal for China, but a stubborn property slump, trade complications and deflationary pressure persist.
3. Beware of overseas spies bearing souvenirs, China warns travellers

China’s top anti-spy agency has advised citizens travelling abroad to be cautious while accepting souvenirs that could have surveillance capabilities.
4. Chinese firms in Europe call for ‘substantive’ deal at China-EU summit
Chinese businesses in Europe have urged political leaders in China and the European Union to seize a “historic opportunity” to resolve their disputes and reach a “substantive” trade deal at this week’s China-EU summit in Beijing.
5. Rare close-ups signal China’s J-35 stealth jets ready for Fujian carrier

Rare close-up images of two PLA Navy J-35 stealth fighters flying in close formation have surfaced online, giving the clearest view yet of China’s next-generation carrier-based aircraft.
6. Argentina eases visa requirements for Chinese nationals in new overture to Beijing
Argentina has announced a loosening of visa requirements for Chinese citizens in a new overture to Beijing as President Javier Milei seeks to recalibrate his foreign policy amid delayed trade negotiations with the US.
7. China’s humanoid-robot sales seen gearing up, with adoption push ‘very likely’

To spur the broader adoption of humanoid robots, China may be inclined to offer end-user subsidies as the industry rapidly evolves and the robots become more capable, according to a report by investment bank Morgan Stanley.


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SCMP Highlights

China’s drone warfare exercise, warning over spy souvenirs: SCMP daily highlights

Live operations across six phases of the futuristic battlefield scenario covered reconnaissance, AI planning, infiltration, aerial attack, elimination and anti-access, state media report says. Photo: CCTV

Key rings, backpack charms, necklaces and earrings are among the items that might contain hidden spy functions, according to China’s Ministry of State Security. Photo: Shutterstock

Latest photos offer the clearest view yet of the fifth-generation J-35 stealth fighter expected to be deployed aboard the Fujian, China’s first carrier equipped with electromagnetic catapults designed to launch heavier aircraft with higher payloads. Photo: Handout

A journalist interacts with a robot on Thursday at the China International Supply Chain Expo in Beijing. Photo: Xinhua

US Treasury chief says trade talks with China could include Russia, Iran oil purchases

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at the US Capitol in Washington. Photo: Reuters

Chinese kindergarten lead poisoning scandal raises fresh questions over local governance

View of Peixin Kindergarten in Maiji district, Tianshui city, Northwest China’s Gansu province. Photo: Handout

Eight individuals have been detained over the scandal. Photo: handout

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From a drone and counter-drone demonstration in Inner Mongolia to an advisory over tourist keepsakes, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage


From a drone and counter-drone demonstration in Inner Mongolia to an advisory over tourist keepsakes, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.


China’s drone warfare exercise, warning over spy souvenirs: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From a drone and counter-drone demonstration in Inner Mongolia to an advisory over tourist keepsakes, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage

1. China showcases full spectrum of drone technology in ‘border control’ exercise

From a drone and counter-drone demonstration in Inner Mongolia to an advisory over tourist keepsakes, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage