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1. China deploys prototype of missile defence system with planet-wide coverage
China has deployed a working prototype of a global defence system similar to the United States’ proposed Golden Dome, while hailing a breakthrough in data processing technology for worldwide threat management, according to scientists involved in the project.
2. Top battery scientist Stefano Passerini relocates from Germany to China
World-leading battery scientist Stefano Passerini has taken up a full-time position at Nanjing Normal University in eastern China.
3. Religion must align with law for ethnic and social harmony in China, Xi says

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for further enactment of law and regulation, as well as stricter law enforcement, in religious affairs in a push to Sinicise religions in the country, according to state media.
4. China issues retaliatory rules ahead of US port fee targeting Chinese vessels
As a new US port fee targeting China-built or -operated vessels is set to take effect in two weeks, China has revised its international maritime transport rules to allow retaliatory measures, including charging special fees or restricting access to Chinese ports.
5. Has Lutnick signalled the end of Taiwan’s ‘silicon shield’ against Beijing?

The US commerce secretary’s remark that semiconductor production should be split “50-50” between the United States and Taiwan has fuelled concerns on the island over Washington’s defence commitment.
6. China’s factory activity contracts for sixth straight month in September
China’s official gauge of manufacturing activity has stayed in contraction for a sixth consecutive month in September, providing more fuel for calls to step up government support amid persistent external headwinds and weak domestic demand.
7. China’s US ambassador chides Washington for ‘closing doors’, enacting tariffs
Beijing’s top US envoy on Monday presented China as a global leader in globalisation and multilateralism, taking a jibe at Washington for “closing doors” as the US under President Donald Trump imposes hefty unilateral tariffs on countries around the world and tightens its visa policies.


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China has unveiled its own prototype for a global defence system akin to US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome”. Artist’s illustration. Image: Shutterstock

Chinese President Xi Jinping, who recently visited Tibet and Xinjiang autonomous regions, has called for China’s religious leaders to be better “guided” to embody Chinese characteristics in religious doctrines, rules, management systems, rituals and customs. Photo: Xinhua

Taiwan’s opposition has accused the government of “selling out” the country’s most prized asset. Photo: EPA

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Diners choose dim sum from a trolley during the final lunch service of the Metropol Restaurant at the United Centre in Admiralty on Saturday. Photo: Karma Lo

Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s CEO and founder delivers a keynote address at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 6. Photo: AFP

Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s CEO and founder, speaks on BG2, a podcast hosted by tech investors Brad Gerstner and Bill Gurley, on an episode posted on September 26, 2025. Photo: Handout

The company will try to transfer the 100-odd employees to other restaurants it operates, according to restaurant manager Erica Chan. Photo: Karma Lo

Security Council members vote on a resolution to delay by six months the reimposition of sanctions on Iran, at the 80th UN General Assembly in New York on Friday. Photo: Reuters

A Japanese man saved US$440,000 by forgoing air conditioning at home and eating out, but regrets his frugal lifestyle just a year after retirement. Photo: SCMP composite/Shutterstock

A screenshot of footage showing the recovered food. Photo: Handout

Hong Kong foodie’s surprise fame, Cantopop’s golden age: 7 Lifestyle highlights

(From left) Beat Friday members Zip Chow, INK and Ballshing at Bing Bing in Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. Photo: Jonathan Wong

Kent Wong, aka Uncle K, at Lok Yuen, a traditional Hong Kong-style cha chaan teng cafe in Kowloon City. The content creator has risen to Instagram fame in recent months with his videos about Hong Kong restaurants. Photo: Sam Tsang


A Paris peacock butterfly is seen at Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden in Hong Kong’s Tai Po district. Photo: KFBG

A Chinese oracle bone from the Shang dynasty (1600BC-1046BC) at Hong Kong’s Chinese Culture Festival 2025. Inscriptions on these bones are the most ancient form of written Chinese ever found. Photo: Nora Tam

Tesla sales continue to decline in China, BYD’s European expansion: 7 EV reads

Tesla cars for sale in Beijing. Photo: Simon Song

An assembly line is seen during a media tour in June at Chinese carmaker JAC Motors’ plant in Ciudad Sahagun, Mexico. Photo: Reuters

A jeep from Chinese carmaker 212 Off-Road Vehicle. Photo: Handout

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From Beijing’s global defence system to China’s factory contraction and fears over Taiwan chips, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage


From Beijing’s global defence system to China’s factory contraction and fears over Taiwan chips, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.


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China’s own planetwide ‘Golden Dome’, Xi’s religion law call: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From Beijing’s global defence system to China’s factory contraction and fears over Taiwan chips, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage

1. China deploys prototype of missile defence system with planet-wide coverage

From Beijing’s global defence system to China’s factory contraction and fears over Taiwan chips, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage