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China sharpens criticism of Japan ‘neo-militarism’, signals readiness to respond
Amid heightened tensions, commentators say Beijing has sufficient policy tools in reserve should Tokyo endanger China’s core interests.
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From Shein to Labubu, French shoppers are buying Chinese for Christmas
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4 Chinese defence firm chiefs among 8 sacked from top advisory body CPPCC
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Fujian enters service, J-10C impresses: 10 China military developments in 2025
From hardware on show at China’s military parade to anti-drone systems, here are some of the year’s most notable People’s Liberation Army stories.
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The Fujian, China’s newest aircraft carrier, is commissioned on November 5 in Sanya, Hainan province. Photo: Xinhua
Science
Bronze Age cemetery offers clues on how ancient Chinese brewed red rice wine
Vessels found in tombs at Mogou in modern-day Gansu contain traces of a fermentation starter of the type still used to make sake today.
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Science
Chinese team tackles a century-old physics puzzle: can we travel back in time?
Theoretical breakthrough shows that time’s arrow can emerge naturally from how quantum parts become interconnected.
25 Dec 2025 - 9:01AM
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Military
How Beijing’s strategy shift explains decreased PLA activity in the Taiwan Strait
PLA warplanes and ships have been less active around the island in the second half of the year, Taiwanese data shows.
25 Dec 2025 - 9:58AM
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Brazil weighs visa-free entry for Chinese tourists and business travellers
Brazil saw nearly 80 per cent growth in Chinese tourists in 2024 and would join only two neighbours offering visa-free entry.
25 Dec 2025 - 12:38AM
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China, Russia clash with US at UN; Taipei mayor visit: SCMP daily highlights
From Beijing accusing Washington of violating international law to a study on animal fats, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
24 Dec 2025 - 9:15PM
Diplomacy
China vows to retaliate against ‘unreasonable’ US semiconductor tariffs
Beijing has pledged to ‘take corresponding measures’ in response to the levy, which Washington says is designed to counter economic threat.
24 Dec 2025 - 10:32PM
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Military
China’s PLA simulated battles near Mexico, Cuba and Taiwan, CCTV report shows
Rare insight revealed on state television in footage from a PLA wargaming event in central China where dozens of systems were demonstrated.
24 Dec 2025 - 8:02PM
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Screen shows red and blue opposing unit “indicators”, represented by aircraft and ships, manoeuvring near the coasts of Cuba and Mexico in footage recorded at a PLA wargaming event held in China’s Henan province. Photo: CCTV
Politics
Taipei mayor cuts Shanghai visit short to oversee security after mass stabbing
Chiang Wan-an has trimmed his visit to joint forum, one of only a few events attended by officials from Taiwan and mainland China.
24 Dec 2025 - 8:40PM
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Military
Top PLA Air Force duo miss key military event led by Xi as graft fight rolls on
Generals Chang Dingqiu and Guo Puxiao were not present at PLA promotions ceremony on Monday, footage broadcast by CCTV shows.
24 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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Diplomacy
China, Russia partnership ‘stronger than ever’ despite Western sanctions: envoy
Moscow’s ambassador tells Beijing forum that relations between the two countries have reached their ‘highest level in history’.
24 Dec 2025 - 7:31PM
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Science
7 scientists, mathematicians, physicists and experts who moved to China in 2025
From a world-leading statistician to a mathematics luminary, here are some experts who made the move.
24 Dec 2025 - 4:15PM
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(From left) Joshua Zahl, Chen Jing and Zhou Ming. Photo: Handout/Tsinghua University
Science
Lard can actually keep you fit and feeling more comfortable, Chinese study finds
Long-held beliefs about animal fats being unhealthy are challenged as scientists discover consumption at moderate levels can have benefits.
24 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM
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China urged to sue over Japanese royal’s role in Unit 731 crimes
Emperor Hirohito should be held accountable, according to scholars who say the wartime ruler was shielded from prosecution by US policy.
24 Dec 2025 - 12:00PM
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Diplomacy
How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power
With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.
26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PM
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Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo
Global Economy
What economic cards will China play with Japan? Analysts see dilemma in the row
Beijing seen balancing need to retaliate against Tokyo with risk of alienating foreign investors; experts expect cautious strategy.
26 Nov 2025 - 12:09AM
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Diplomacy
Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties
US president’s conversations with Chinese and Japanese leaders suggest Washington is engaged in a delicate balancing act, analysts say.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:57PM
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Diplomacy
Why China took Japan criticism to UN twice but did not raise it at G20
Analysts say Beijing views the UN as a platform to ‘anchor’ its position on Taiwan, particularly because it offers a wider reach.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:29PM
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China’s first AI generated animated film hits the big screen
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Politics fails to dampen launch of Japanese sushi chain in Shanghai
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Even China’s small factories are turning to robot workers
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How a Shanghai start-up is digitalising Chinese tea
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