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China, Chile to explore Atacama Trench with ‘tools no other country possesses’
Three-month expedition will plumb uncharted depths of eastern Pacific in quest for new life forms and insights into quakes and tsunamis.
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John Mearsheimer on Trump; why Iran isn’t Venezuela and Venezuela isn’t Panama
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What the Fujian’s design flaws mean for China’s next aircraft carrier
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Diplomacy
How China is ramping up Africa charm offensive to boost cultural ties, influence
Beijing dedicates 2026 to ‘cultural and social diplomacy’ across the continent, with 600 activities aimed at fostering strong friendships.
18 Jan 2026 - 8:00PM
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A volunteer grinds coffee beans with children at a China-Africa economic and trade cooperation promotion park, in China’s Hunan province last August. Photo: Xinhua
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Are Western defence firms aiming at the Chinese navy in their promo videos?
Vessels that look a lot like PLA warships appear in animation of BAE and Lockheed weapons systems.
18 Jan 2026 - 7:30PM
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Could China’s ion implanter ‘scalpel’ carve out secure chip supply chains?
The technology is central to some forms of semiconductor manufacturing and dominated by overseas players.
18 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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How can China help Uruguay battle beetles threatening to invade South America?
A small reddish insect is on the march and Chinese space technology could halt the pest’s path of destruction.
18 Jan 2026 - 4:08PM
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Authorities in Uruguay are battling the red palm weevil, an insect that devours native palm trees. Photo: AP
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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.
18 Jan 2026 - 8:18PM
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Could flying wind farms be the future of energy generation in China?
The test of an ‘alien-looking’ giant airship in the skies above Sichuan created a buzz on social media.
18 Jan 2026 - 12:00PM
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Did China, Russia, Iran joint naval drills in South Africa signal a Brics shift?
Observers describe high-profile exercise involving economic grouping as largely symbolic rather than step towards military alliance.
18 Jan 2026 - 3:51PM
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Diplomacy
How US actions in Venezuela and beyond could spell opportunity for China
Beijing is trying to present itself as a more responsible power, but analysts say concrete actions will be needed to win over its neighbours.
17 Jan 2026 - 10:00PM
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US actions are fuelling fears that the Donald Trump administration is dismantling the rules-based global order. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
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China-led SCO warns against Iran ‘interference’ in veiled swipe at US
Security bloc expresses ‘grave concern’ over ‘tragic events’ as Iran is rocked by protests, calls for ‘political and diplomatic’ resolution.
17 Jan 2026 - 9:00PM
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Japan urged to ‘correct historical errors’, return Tang dynasty stele to China
9.5-tonne stone slab shipped to Japan as ‘war trophy’ in 1908 is described as one of China’s most significant ‘lost national treasures’.
17 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM
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Politics
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.
18 Jan 2026 - 11:06AM
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‘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.
17 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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Ai ni lao ji, a Chinese expression meaning “love yourself first”, has become a popular mantra for prioritising one’s own happiness. Photo: AP
Diplomacy
China keeps pressure on Cambodia to target cross-border fraud and trafficking
The transnational crimes are a serious barrier to deeper cooperation, Beijing’s envoy says.
17 Jan 2026 - 5:00PM
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CO2 + H2O = cleaner recycling of dead lithium batteries?
Chinese team says their process can recover most of the lithium without the need for harsh and polluting chemicals.
17 Jan 2026 - 6:48PM
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How far is China willing to help Cuba in face of increasing US pressure?
The Trump administration has turned the spotlight onto Havana after the abduction of former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.
10 Jan 2026 - 3:33PM
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The Cuban economy has been grappling with shortages for decades. Photo: AFP
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China says it is ‘deeply committed’ to Venezuela as ambassador meets new leader
Interim president Delcy Rodriguez thanked Beijing for its ‘firm and consistent’ stance following the abduction of Nicolas Maduro.
9 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM
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Why the US may find Iran’s air defence system harder to break than Venezuela’s
China’s most advanced export, the HQ-9B surface-to-air missile, is reported to be integrated into Iranian systems.
14 Jan 2026 - 5:32PM
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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China
Political scientist says the Western-led global order remains useful, and the Belt and Road Initiative isn’t a geopolitical project.
12 Jan 2026 - 10:06AM
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