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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney appears alongside President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on January 16. Photo: Reuters

Global Economy

Trump’s USMCA exit threat seen pushing Canada into China’s arms

Analysts expect Ottawa to diversify trade as future of North American trade pact remains uncertain, while a US departure would ‘hit Canada like an earthquake’.

Trump touts US ‘golden age’, avoids direct mention of China before Beijing trip

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5 top takeaways from Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address

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Diplomacy

Trump makes fun of Chinese military tech in State of the Union – as it happened

It is the first speech of US president’s second term and highly anticipated.

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US President Donald Trump gives his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington on Tuesday. Photo: AP
US President Donald Trump gives his State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington on Tuesday. Photo: AP

Diplomacy

US warns of deep distrust even as officials seek stable China ties for summit

Congressional hearings reflect bipartisan concern and highlight persistent advanced tech market tension as key Trump-Xi summit looms.

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China Economy

China braces after Trump imposes new global tariff – how will it respond?

Beijing is on alert but signals readiness to engage ahead of high-level trade talks and Trump’s first visit to China in his second term.

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Diplomacy

Panama ousts Hong Kong operator from canal ports in ruling backed by Washington

White House says Panama’s move to assert sovereignty over Balboa and Cristobal aligns with Donald Trump’s vision for the canal.

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The port of Balboa, managed by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings, at the entrance to the Panama Canal in Panama City. On Monday, Panama took control of the ports in Balboa and Cristobal. Photo: AFP
The port of Balboa, managed by Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings, at the entrance to the Panama Canal in Panama City. On Monday, Panama took control of the ports in Balboa and Cristobal. Photo: AFP

China

US tariff ruling points to steadier US–China ties before April summit: analysts

Court decision lowers effective duties, easing tensions and steering Xi-Trump talks towards stability rather than escalation.

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United States & Canada

US judge permanently blocks release of report on Trump classified documents case

Trump-appointed judge said releasing Jack Smith’s report now would be a ‘manifest injustice’ to the president.

Global Economy

What next for China’s export machine after top US court blocks Trump’s tariffs?

The high-stakes meeting between Trump and Xi may determine whether current reprieve gives way to a more durable trade deal, analyst says.

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By invalidating duties imposed under emergency presidential powers, the US Supreme Court ruling removes a powerful tool the White House had used to pressure Beijing, potentially weakening Washington’s bargaining position. Photo: Shutterstock

Tech Trends

US software firm opens doors for global adoption of China’s humanoid robots

OpenMind works with several Chinese robotics companies including Unitree, UBTech, AgiBot and Engine AI.

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OpenMind founder and CEO Jan Liphardt goes on a ride with a G1 humanoid from Unitree Robotics. Photo: Handout
OpenMind founder and CEO Jan Liphardt goes on a ride with a G1 humanoid from Unitree Robotics. Photo: Handout

Economy, Trade & Business

Trump says raising US global tariff rate from 10 per cent to 15 per cent

The move comes a day after ⁠the ‌US Supreme Court ruled ‌against ‌the ‌tariffs Trump ⁠imposed under an ⁠economic emergency law.

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Big Tech

China’s tech giants pursue AI, semiconductor talent in US amid fierce rivalry

ByteDance, Baidu, Alibaba Cloud and MiniMax are among the firms now actively recruiting fresh talent in the US.

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Diplomacy

Trump lashes out at US Supreme Court, rolls out new 10% global tariffs

Decision threatens administration’s trade agenda; casts shadow on Xi-Trump summit as some China tariffs wiped out before Beijing talks.

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US President Donald Trump delivers remarks on so-called reciprocal tariffs during an event at the White House last April. Photo: AFP

China Economy

Why looming US-China trade talks could hinge on an obscure metal: gallium

China’s ban on exports of the vital metal could kick in again in November – and the US still has no realistic alternative supplier.

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A block with the symbol, atomic number and mass number of Gallium. Illustration: Reuters
A block with the symbol, atomic number and mass number of Gallium. Illustration: Reuters

AI

China’s extreme 996 work schedule meets US tech’s hustle culture

Why advocates believe 996, the controversial 9am to 9pm, six-day-a-week culture popularised in China, can give American firms decisive edge.

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Global Economy

China defends WTO’s ‘equal treatment’ rule – what it means for global trade

Beijing warns that ending non-discrimination in global trade rules could see powerful countries dominate smaller ones.

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US Elections

For lame duck Biden, an anticlimactic exit from the world stage

Outgoing US president, who will give way to Donald Trump in two months, has little to no clout at upcoming global summits.

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US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP
US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP

Politics

Exclusive | In China, fear of regime change has shaped US policy. Here’s why

For Beijing, regime security is everything and concerns about ‘hostile Western forces’ will continue, no matter who ends up in the White House.

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World

Rise of Asian-American voters in US elections — a visual explainer

Asian-Americans have emerged as a significant voter demographic in the United States. Recent polling sheds light on which candidate they may prefer in 2024.

China

‘Feeling attacked’ by Texas law threat, Chinese-Americans turn to activism

Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.

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OPINION
Yang Xiaotong

Opinion | How Saudi diplomacy is thwarting Trump’s desire for war with Iran

Yang Xiaotong
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As I see it | Chomsky’s legacy should be understood beyond the Epstein files

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Opinion | Despite Supreme Court ruling, Trump has legal cards for tariffs in hand

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Opinion | Pax Sinica vs Pax Silica: how China-US mineral war is taking shape

Chenjie Song
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