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Smoke rises from the site of an explosion at a steel factory in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region in north China on Sunday. Photo: Xinhua via AP
Accidents and disasters in China

Death toll rises to 9 after explosion at north China rare earth steel plant

The safety practices of Baotou Steel Group, the factory’s owner, have frequently come under criticism from authorities.

Taiwan

Critics in Taiwan question true cost of US deal hailed for tariff cut

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China’s Communist Party

China expels former intelligence official Gao Yichen from party for corruption

Taiwan

PLA sends drone into airspace near Taiwan-held Pratas Island in South China Sea

Southern Theatre Command cites ‘completely legitimate’ routine flight training, while Taipei calls it ‘provocative and irresponsible’ act.

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Pratas, bridging the Taiwan Strait and the Bashi Channel, is the largest natural island in the South China Sea and commands a vital strategic position in its northern reaches. Photo: CNA
Pratas, bridging the Taiwan Strait and the Bashi Channel, is the largest natural island in the South China Sea and commands a vital strategic position in its northern reaches. Photo: CNA
Taiwan

Will US exit from world bodies deal fresh blow to Taiwan’s global profile push?

Opposition lawmakers fear the island’s international space will shrink still further without Washington’s voice in dozens of global bodies.

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China society

‘Love yourself’ – young China’s new wellness mantra to cope with the rat race

Stagnant job markets and long gruelling hours at work have led to widespread burnout and disillusionment when effort fails to yield rewards.

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Taiwan

Taipei hails US 15% tariffs ‘home run’ despite fears over US$500 billion cost

Deal risks gutting Taiwan’s semiconductor sector, opposition parties warn, as Beijing dubs it a plot to drain lifeblood of island’s industry.

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Taiwanese leader William Lai has said the agreement will strengthen Taiwan’s global competitiveness and deepen hi-tech cooperation with Washington. Photo: AFP
Taiwanese leader William Lai has said the agreement will strengthen Taiwan’s global competitiveness and deepen hi-tech cooperation with Washington. Photo: AFP
China’s Communist Party

Why is Xi Jinping putting the political heat back on illegal villas and resorts?

Xi highlights the luxury developments as proof of the need to promote sustainability and combat graft.

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US-China relations

Exclusive | US envoy David Perdue to visit Hong Kong at the end of January, sources say

Envoy is expected to address a business conference and will spend several days in the city, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Obituaries

Nie Weiping, Chinese Go master known for victory over Japanese rival, dies at 73

The win catapulted him to national icon status and sparked a fever for the board game across China.

Chinese Go player Nie Weiping, who inspired legions of players, has died at the age of 73. Photo: Handout
China’s Communist Party

How Chinese corruption busters are tracking down bribes paid in cryptocurrency

A documentary on state television highlights how a senior central bank official was bribed with a digital currency.

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Yao Qian’s corruption case featured in a documentary broadcast on state television. Photo: Capco
Yao Qian’s corruption case featured in a documentary broadcast on state television. Photo: Capco
Artificial intelligence

Jailed Chinese AI chatbot developers appeal in landmark pornography case

Defendants given prison sentences for creating sexual content for profit via their AI emotional companions.

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China’s Communist Party

China’s anti-corruption body reveals how ex-banker fell in bribery scandal

Documentary details the downfall of Jiang Chaoliang and his brothers as disciplinary commission holds key session.

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Taiwan

Taiwan names DPP stalwart new cross-strait chief amid Beijing’s scepticism

Taipei touts former speaker of the island’s legislature as having ‘laid a solid foundation for Taiwan-Japan friendship’ in his previous role.

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Su Jia-chyuan has been appointed to chair the Straits Exchange Foundation, the semi-official group that manages ties with Beijing. Photo: CNA
Espionage

China warns of covert mapping by foreign forces to steal sensitive geodata

Counter-espionage agency says ‘anti-China’ actors are gathering information on natural resources, energy facilities and terrain in key areas.

China has warned that the improper storage and transmission of classified mapping data could endanger national security. Photo: Shutterstock
China has warned that the improper storage and transmission of classified mapping data could endanger national security. Photo: Shutterstock
Accidents and disasters in China

How Beijing’s clean air success left China’s rural farmers in the cold

In neighbouring Hebei province, rural residents say they cannot afford to heat their homes enough after switch from coal.

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China-Latin America relations

Argentina’s Milei plans 2026 China trip despite US pressure on ties

Leader cites China as a key trade partner, underscoring a sharp shift from his 2023 campaign attacks to a more pragmatic stance.

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Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign

China’s fight against corruption is a battle we can’t afford to lose, Xi says

President tells China’s top anti-graft watchdog that corruption is a ‘stumbling block’ that is hampering the country’s development.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses the top anti-corruption watchdog. Photo: CCTV
Chinese President Xi Jinping addresses the top anti-corruption watchdog. Photo: CCTV
Taiwan

Taiwan targets Beijing-linked infiltration with push for stricter punishment

Lawmakers propose minimum sentences and tighter rules for political candidates, while critics warn the changes amount to more social control.

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Taiwan

Taiwan to fortify key facilities and ramp up ammunition output to ward off PLA

Senior official says the island must be ready for drones and new grey-zone tactics as Trump fuels doubts about US commitment.

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Taiwan

Are the Communist Party and the KMT reviving a cross-strait political channel?

The Kuomintang’s vice-chairman is expected to head a party delegation from Taiwan to the mainland later this month, reports say.

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Representatives of the KMT could once again be making the trip across the Taiwan Strait for a forum with the Communist Party. Photo: Reuters
Cryptocurrency

China accuses extradited billionaire Chen of running crime network from Cambodia

Beijing says mainland police will put core members of his crime ring on a wanted list and fugitives should ‘turn themselves in’.

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Chen Zhi is accused of multiple crimes, including opening a casino, fraud, illegal operations and concealing criminal proceeds, according to China’s Ministry of Public Security. Photo: Handout
Chen Zhi is accused of multiple crimes, including opening a casino, fraud, illegal operations and concealing criminal proceeds, according to China’s Ministry of Public Security. Photo: Handout
US-China trade war

BYD’s win, Tesla’s defeat, Ford’s pivot: the widening gap in US-China EV markets

From wavering policy to cost gaps, analysts say decades of state backing have given China a decisive edge over US rivals.

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US-Venezuela conflict

US won’t rule out pressuring Venezuela to curb China, Russia ties

White House vows continued ‘American dominance in the western hemisphere’ as Trump claims Caracas will now buy ‘only American-made’ products.

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Taiwan

Taiwan halts F-16 training missions after pilot and fighter jet go missing

Rescuers intensify search for Taiwanese airforce pilot who reportedly parachuted from F-16V during flight training exercise.

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Cold weather and high waves have complicated the search for a missing Taiwanese airforce pilot who reportedly parachuted out of an F-16V fighter jet on Tuesday evening. Photo: CNA
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