Chinese war drone, Hong Kong’s Article 23 law, Philippines mail-order bride scheme: 7 highlights of the week

From China’s new war drone to a mail-order bride scheme in the Philippines, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting

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Chinese scientists report they have developed a drone that can rapidly split apart. Photo: Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Published: 12:00pm, 22 Mar 2024Updated: 1:40pm, 22 Mar 2024

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.

1. ‘Air-separation technology’: China claims new war drone can split and multiply mid-air

Chinese scientists say they have developed a new type of war drone unlike any ever seen on the battlefield. Once it reaches the target airspace it can split in the blink of an eye into two, three or even six smaller drones, depending on what is needed in battle, the researchers say.

2. Will Hong Kong politicians be targeted over role in Article 23 law?

Lawmakers take pictures after the voting of the Article 23 bill in Hong Kong’s Legislative Council. Photo: Elson Li

The passing of Hong Kong’s domestic national security law has heightened fears of repercussions against those closely involved in the legislation, prompting some political and business heavyweights to rule out trips to the United States in the coming months, the Post has learned.

3. In Japan, cows cross the zebra line to get away from irritating insects

A black-and-white striped cow. Photo: Kojima et al

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