Singapore Airlines turbulence 1 year on, China pushes Pakistan dam: SCMP’s 7 highlights

From China dismissing India’s combat helicopter to Hong Kong unveiling new tourist projects, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting

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The dam has been described as a “flagship” project for Pakistan. Photo: Handout

Published: 12:12pm, 23 May 2025Updated: 1:31pm, 23 May 2025

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. China speeds up Pakistan dam construction after Indian threat to cut supplies

China has said it was accelerating work on a “flagship” dam in Pakistan in the wake of India’s recent threats to cut off water supplies.

2. India’s Prachand combat helicopter no match for China’s Z-10: report

The HAL Prachand is an Indian multi-role light attack helicopter designed and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) under Project Light Combat Helicopter (LCH). Photo: Handout

India’s new Prachand combat helicopter would be “a walkover” for China’s Z-10 attack counterpart, a Chinese military magazine has claimed, dismissing the aircraft New Delhi might use in high-altitude operations against its neighbours.

3. US embassy slammed for video on Singapore’s HDB corridors and South China Sea

Housing and Development Board flats in Singapore. Photo: Roy Issa

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