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Social media users abroad are believed to be increasingly learning about China through entertainment, food and lifestyle routines, rather than headlines and political messaging. Photo: Shobserver.com

Diplomacy

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, Philippines hold first talks in over a year: South China Sea thaw ahead?

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As jobs dry up, China’s graduates turn to booming ‘micro drama’ industry

China Economy

China’s future growth rate could drop to 2.5% without market reforms: economist

China will struggle to keep growth above 4 per cent unless there is a ‘strong turnaround’ in productivity and consumer spending, economist warns.

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China logged a record goods trade surplus of nearly US$1.2 trillion last year, but a prominent economist has warned the country’s growth rate could fall in the coming years unless Beijing introduces more market reforms. Photo: AFP
China logged a record goods trade surplus of nearly US$1.2 trillion last year, but a prominent economist has warned the country’s growth rate could fall in the coming years unless Beijing introduces more market reforms. Photo: AFP

China

8 dead in biotech workshop blast in central China

Emergency crews remain at the site in Shanxi province as smoke continues to billow from the wreckage.

Business

AutoFlight unveils world’s largest flying car as China races to lead the skies

CATL-backed AutoFlight debuts Matrix, targeting global expansion, as Beijing moves to set standards for domestic eVTOL makers and operators.

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Politics

China executed a series of Myanmese kingpins. What does it say about its sway?

The condemned headed family syndicates that trapped Chinese abroad in massive scam centres.

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Bai Yingcang (far left), was one of the core members of the Bai crime family to be executed in China over a range of illegal activity in Myanmar. Photo: Handout
Bai Yingcang (far left), was one of the core members of the Bai crime family to be executed in China over a range of illegal activity in Myanmar. Photo: Handout

China Business

China’s Year of the Horse shoppers let emotional satisfaction take the reins

Brand prestige fades in importance as consumers favour festival-themed toys, playful designs and pet items.

Science

How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s: Chinese study

Chinese scientists’ research could open new doors for ‘precision-targeted’ treatment of the most common form of dementia.

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Science

How old is Chinese civilisation? A scholar says it really dates back 8,000 years

Leading scholar’s argument stretches the timeline back beyond the widely accepted figure of 5,000 years.

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

Military

‘Black Hawk’ drones: new frontier in US-China rivalry over Taiwan Strait?

Why US drones and uncrewed helicopters deployed from allied bases could play a ‘critical role’ in disrupting PLA operations.

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The fully autonomous U-Hawk, described as a “cockpitless” Black Hawk, is said to be capable of delivering a total payload of 10,000lbs, including one HIMARS multiple launch rocket system pod or two Navy strike missiles. Photo: Handout
The fully autonomous U-Hawk, described as a “cockpitless” Black Hawk, is said to be capable of delivering a total payload of 10,000lbs, including one HIMARS multiple launch rocket system pod or two Navy strike missiles. Photo: Handout

Diplomacy

‘China threat’? Norway slammed over ‘sheer speculation’ putting ties on line

Chinese embassy rebuke follows latest annual risk assessments from Norwegian intelligence, police and national security agencies.

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Military

Has the YJ-15 missile been deployed to the Chinese navy? A photo gives clues

The world-leading weapon was unveiled during last year’s Victory Day parade but there was no word then on where it would be used.

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Science

China sends fourth ‘Shenlong’ reusable spacecraft mission into orbit

Programme for ‘peaceful use of outer space’ launched in 2020 is seen as potential rival to US Space Force’s X-37B.

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The official name and technical specifications of the spacecraft have yet to be announced, but Chinese space fans have dubbed it the Shenlong, or “Divine Dragon”. Photo: Sina

Diplomacy

Israeli diplomat Aviv Ezra says ties with China must not be marred by ‘politics’

Highest level official to visit China since Gaza war highlights opportunities for China and Israel to advance ties as peace deal progresses.

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During a visit to China last week, Israeli diplomat Aviv Ezra said he was “very optimistic” about the future of bilateral ties with China. Photo: Shutterstock
During a visit to China last week, Israeli diplomat Aviv Ezra said he was “very optimistic” about the future of bilateral ties with China. Photo: Shutterstock

Politics

China’s military command tightens discipline at the top in generals’ wake

Revised rules are meant to close loopholes, PLA mouthpiece says, two weeks after Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli’s downfall.

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Science

How Chinese scientists made petrol building blocks with CO2, water and sunlight

A solar-powered process that mimics photosynthesis in plants could be used to produce valuable resources such as fuel, researchers say.

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Science

Chinese satellite forces 4,400 of its Starlink rivals into lower altitude: study

Researchers in China said the SpaceX decision was ‘directly triggered’ by a close call between two satellites in December.

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SpaceX has said it will move thousands of its internet satellites into a lower orbit. Photo: SpaceX
SpaceX has said it will move thousands of its internet satellites into a lower orbit. Photo: SpaceX

Science

The Chinese satellites SpaceX says were on collision course with Starlink

As orbits become more crowded and littered with debris, the US operator is having to move its devices to dodge damage.

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Science

China applies to put up 200,000 satellites after calling Starlink a crash risk

US Federal Communications Commission says it approved SpaceX to launch 7,500 second-generation Starlink satellites.

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Science

China suffers unprecedented double rocket launch failures in a single day

Saturday’s twin failures involved a state-owned rocket and a private one, but observers attribute them to industry’s growing pains.

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Saturday’s Long March-3B failure was the first in more than five years. Photo: Xinhua
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LATEST China Science NEWS

How a deadly tumour cell protein could help fight Alzheimer’s: Chinese study

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Alzheimer’s disease is a form of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behaviour. Photo: Shutterstock

How old is Chinese civilisation? A scholar says it really dates back 8,000 years

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

China sends fourth ‘Shenlong’ reusable spacecraft mission into orbit

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The official name and technical specifications of the spacecraft have yet to be announced, but Chinese space fans have dubbed it the Shenlong, or “Divine Dragon”. Photo: Sina

How Chinese scientists made petrol building blocks with CO2, water and sunlight

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Swiss firm Synhelion set up the world’s first industrial-scale solar fuel plant. Photo: Handout

China is developing mini hypersonic glide missiles for 80mm naval guns

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Computer simulations show that even if a target makes a near-90-degree turn, the missile can adjust its trajectory and achieve a 99 per cent kill probability. Photo: Handout
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OPINION
Alex Lo

My Take | TikTok deal good for Chinese owners but terrible for users in the United States

Alex Lo
Brian Y. S. Wong

Opinion | How Hong Kong can bring China and Britain closer: it’s not just finance

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Justin Diamond

Opinion | Why the US really fears Chinese ‘overcapacity’

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Regina Ip

Opinion | Hong Kong’s budget should move the city towards ‘inspirational’ development

Regina Ip
C. Uday Bhaskar

Opinion | Why the new US-India trade agreement is a big deal

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As I see it | Starmer faces a hysterical backlash over new Chinese embassy

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All you need to know about the Year of the Horse

All you need to know about the Year of the Horse
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Other policies such as offering prenatal checks to retirees have been mocked online

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Psychiatric hospitals accused of insurance fraud in China

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Terrifying rescue of boy stuck on amusement park ride in China

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