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A very Chinese time? How memes are paving the way for a soft power shift
Western social media trends paint ‘Chineseness’ in a positive light, but observers question whether Beijing will benefit.
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China-Asean relations
China executed a series of Myanmese kingpins. What does it say about its sway?
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China’s Communist Party
China’s military command tightens discipline at the top in generals’ wake
7 Feb 2026 - 8:48PM
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South China Sea
Hainan official who helped build South China Sea reefs faces corruption probe
Xiao Jie’s detention is said to have shocked local officials given his lead role in running the Beijing-held islands in the disputed waters.
6 Feb 2026 - 5:04PM
Official media credited Xiao with helping to “safeguard” the South China Sea and building facilities on the disputed reefs. Photo: Getty Images
US-China trade war
US Treasury chief warns of China’s push for digital asset dominance
Scott Bessent tells senators the US must pass the Clarity Act to counter Hong Kong’s ‘sandbox’ and maintain global financial leadership.
6 Feb 2026 - 9:49AM
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US defends new minerals alliance, rejecting claims it targets China
Washington says the Forge initiative is about securing supply chains against shocks and price coercion, not building an exclusive bloc.
6 Feb 2026 - 7:50AM
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Taiwan
Xi, Trump and why their talks are stoking unease in Taiwan
William Lai says the island’s ties with Washington remain rock solid but others are seeing a clear shift.
5 Feb 2026 - 8:00PM
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Xi Jinping has urged Washington to handle arms sales to Taiwan with extreme caution. Photo: AFP
Human rights in China
China probes mental hospitals over reports patients are being locked up in scam
Reports of ‘prison-like’ conditions and fake diagnoses in one province prompt national watchdog to order investigation.
6 Feb 2026 - 2:15PM
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Taiwan
Wang Huning urges integrated cross-strait growth in talks with Taiwan’s KMT
Beijing’s top official on Taiwan affairs says Communist Party and Kuomintang must ‘take the lead’ in promoting cooperation.
4 Feb 2026 - 7:20PM
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Human rights in China
Chinese journalist Liu Hu detained after report scrutinising local officials
Liu and his assistant reportedly in custody for ‘illegal business operations’ and ‘false accusations’.
3 Feb 2026 - 7:52PM
Accidents and disasters in China
Recovery of missing workers brings China bridge collapse fatalities to 5
Two people pulled from the wreckage died soon after from their injuries, with a search for three co-workers ending tragically on Tuesday.
3 Feb 2026 - 5:17PM
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The main span of the unfinished bridge in Yancheng City, eastern China gave way without warning at 5.46pm on Monday. Photo: CCTV
Crime in China
China moves to boost cybercrime penalties by adding exit ban after sentences
Amid cross-border crackdown, draft Cybercrime Prevention and Control Law bill lists exit bans among tools to punish cybercriminals.
2 Feb 2026 - 10:24PM
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Taiwan
Taiwan’s KMT stresses ‘family’ ties with mainland China as vice-chair begins visit
Landmark trip draws fierce criticism from Taiwan’s ruling party and reignites debate about the island’s cross-strait strategy.
2 Feb 2026 - 9:01PM
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Corruption in China
Zhang Youxia probe to end ‘watered-down’ military capability: PLA Daily
Investigation and in-depth political rectification to bring in new atmosphere and positive spirit, commentary in official military paper says.
2 Feb 2026 - 8:03PM
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Lawrence Lau on why China must ‘work smarter’ and how it can invent from scratch
China must shift from quantity to quality by focusing on 12-year schooling, more basic research and GBA integration, renowned economist says.
2 Feb 2026 - 10:02AM
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Women and gender
In China, is ‘family’ becoming a legal shield for rape?
More troubling concerns surface in a high-profile case involving a man who fathered children with a mentally ill woman, lawyers say.
1 Feb 2026 - 5:12PM
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Taiwan
US defence strategy omission raises alarm in Taiwan over Trump’s intentions
Document splits opinion, with some experts fearing that the island could become a bargaining chip between Washington and Beijing.
31 Jan 2026 - 3:16PM
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Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign
Former Inner Mongolia party chief, veterans minister investigated for corruption
Sun Shaocheng’s downfall is announced days after investigations into China’s top-ranking general Zhang Youxia.
30 Jan 2026 - 2:53PM
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Sun Shaocheng, 65, is facing a disciplinary review and supervisory investigation by China’s top anti-corruption body the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection. Photo: Handout
Central Military Commission
‘Communist warrior’: China’s leaders pay tribute to late general Liao Xilong
Liao praised for his party loyalty just days after the downfall of the country’s top uniformed officer.
29 Jan 2026 - 11:08PM
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China-Asean relations
China executes 11 core members of Myanmar-based telecoms fraud ring
They include members of the Ming family crime syndicate found guilty of murder, illegal detention, running casinos and other offences.
29 Jan 2026 - 8:00PM
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Taiwan
Communist Party and KMT revive forum stalled by decade of cross-strait tensions
Dialogue channel could pave the way for a meeting between President Xi Jinping and Taiwanese opposition party leader Cheng Li-wun.
28 Jan 2026 - 7:45PM
Taiwan
Taiwan’s defence ministry slams TPP’s ‘unworkable’ military spending plan
Opposition party’s proposal would drop plans for ‘T-Dome’ air defence system and cut budget ceiling to US$12.7 billion.
28 Jan 2026 - 12:00PM
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Taiwan’s military conducts a live-fire drill with US-made Himars on May 12 in Pingtung county, Taiwan. Photo: EPA-EFE
US-China trade war
Trump sells tariffs as farmers’ win in Iowa, but many aren’t buying it
As US president courts rural voters before midterms, growers fear Beijing may retaliate against Trump policies by curbing purchases again.
28 Jan 2026 - 7:17AM
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US envoy says Boeing deal progress among optimistic signs of better China ties
David Perdue gives closed-door speech to business leaders on first Hong Kong visit since taking over as American envoy to Beijing.
27 Jan 2026 - 10:40PM
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China’s Communist Party
China warns against ‘do-nothing’ officials ahead of 2027 leadership reshuffle
State media outlet urges Communist Party to be vigilant against cadres entering ‘sit around and be inactive mode’ during transition period.
26 Jan 2026 - 6:39PM
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