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Macron urges Europe to hit back against Trump’s threats
French president advocates use of the EU’s anti-coercion mechanism against US tariffs, as he warns of moving ‘towards a world without rules’.
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EU moves to force Huawei out of networks, opening door to wider China tech bans
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Bessent cites trade progress after meeting China’s He Lifeng in Davos
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China sends emergency food aid to Cuba as US sanctions worsen shortages
First batch of rice arrives in Cuba under new Chinese programme while the island reels from abrupt halt in Venezuelan oil shipments.
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Workers in Havana, Cuba stack donated rice that arrived from China on Monday. Photo: Xinhua
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China urges Taliban to tighten security after suicide attack on restaurant in Kabul
Militant group Isis-K claimed responsibility for the attack in the Afghan capital, says it has placed Chinese nationals on its target list.
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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.
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Politics
Critics in Taiwan question true cost of US deal hailed for tariff cut
Debate centres on Taiwan’s financial commitment to the US – whether US$250 billion or US$500 billion – and if it will harm the economy.
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Taiwanese opposition parties have warned that what officials portray as a tariff win could carry heavy long-term costs for the island’s economy and industrial base. Photo: AFP
Diplomacy
Japan’s last 2 giant pandas set for early trip home to China as tensions spiral
Return of twins Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei to mark first time Japan will be without any pandas since normalisation of diplomatic ties in 1972.
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China’s mega embassy in London approved, clearing way for Starmer visit
The prospect that Britain would block the planned new embassy had cast doubt on the prime minister’s planned trip to China this month.
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Diplomacy
China confirms invite to Trump’s Gaza ‘peace board’ – won’t say if it will join
US President Donald Trump has invited dozens of leaders to join the body, but is reportedly demanding US$1 billion for permanent membership.
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Military
China’s next generation of warships will be propelled by a 50MW gas turbine
The advanced technology is part of Beijing’s push to establish a self-reliant supply chain for sectors deemed critical to national security.
20 Jan 2026 - 6:00PM
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China State Shipbuilding Corporation said it had achieved “full self-sufficiency across the entire process, from design and manufacturing to testing and validation”. Photo: Weibo/单手搓核弹
Politics
China expels former intelligence official Gao Yichen from party for corruption
Discipline watchdog condemns ‘retired but not resting’ vice-minister for taking bribes and ‘wantonly’ amassing wealth after leaving office.
20 Jan 2026 - 4:44PM
Science
First contact: in quest for moon water, Chinese team flags risk in touching ice
Scientists warn water on the moon is locked in frozen soil, not exposed to air and held in place only by cold and vacuum.
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Diplomacy
Don’t expect Greenland crisis to realign EU with China, former US diplomat says
HKU seminar hears that the core task for Brussels is to navigate US-China rivalry while seeking a balance between the two.
20 Jan 2026 - 1:27PM
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Military
Taiwanese military’s closed-door meeting draws ‘black box’ criticism
Taiwan’s defence minister delivers classified briefing on record US$39.5 billion budget in a bid to break opposition blockade.
20 Jan 2026 - 9:00AM
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Washington’s latest arms sale package to Taiwan includes the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or Himars. Photo: EPA-EFE
Americas
Brazil beef exports seen as stable in 2026 as industry pivots beyond China
Beef lobby Abiec said volumes not sold to China could be redirected other markets.
20 Jan 2026 - 12:47PM
China
Explosion at Chinese restaurant in Afghan capital kills 7
The Afghan branch of Islamic State claimed responsibility for the Kabul attack, saying it was carried out by a suicide bomber.
20 Jan 2026 - 4:54PM
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Diplomacy
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
Diplomacy
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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Military
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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