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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump

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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez

Liu Qian on Chinese innovation, the US rivalry and women holding up half the sky

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez Garcia

Fuchsia Dunlop tells how she fell for China’s cuisine and names her perfect dish

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

80 years on from WWII, China’s interests lie in peaceful Asia-Pacific: Mitter

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

‘Delusional’: Jeffrey Sachs on why Western hegemony has ended

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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump

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Sovereign investment activity has become increasingly politicised, forcing some Western state-owned investors to avoid major deals in China, according to a data platform. Photo: EPA
Banking & finance

Growth in sovereign investors’ China exposure slows amid political tensions

Inflows fall 58 per cent as sovereign wealth funds grow cautious, yet outlook signals selective opportunities ahead, experts say.

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Venezuela

Why China may not act in Iran even if it has ‘more to lose’ than in Venezuela

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Mainland China

China denounces use of force in Middle East as Trump threatens Iran strikes

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Diplomacy

China’s oil risks worsen as Trump threatens Iran

The US president’s suggestion of potential intervention in Iran after the fatal suppression of protests adds new jeopardy to China’s oil imports.

Iranian protesters from footage on social media validated by AP. (Photo: UGC via AP)
Banking & finance

More issuers turn to Dubai listings as yuan bonds gain traction in Middle East

Dubai’s dim sum bond momentum points to investor confidence in China and diversification from the US dollar, says regulator.

Autonomous vehicles

How Chinese robotaxi giants are steering Middle East towards a driverless future

WeRide, Baidu and Pony.ai expand operations in the Middle East as UAE promotes clean energy and reduces dependence on oil and gas.

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Made in China 2025

Chinese firms flock to Dubai free zones to navigate trade barriers, expand reach

JD.com, CNBM, carmakers and hundreds of other Chinese companies use the hub to reach consumers across Asia, Africa and Europe.

The Jebel Ali Free Zone at the western end of Dubai. Photo: Handout
Saudi Arabia

Why Saudi Arabia might not fulfil its US spending pledge, and the China factor

Analysts say Riyadh’s investment target of nearly US$1 trillion may not be feasible – and it’s more about optics than a binding commitment.

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Mainland China

China and Saudi Arabia pledge deeper hi-tech cooperation despite US pressure

Mohammed bin Salman says the kingdom will work with Beijing in areas ranging from oil to AI to bring ‘greater benefits’ to both countries.

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UAE

China’s Wang Yi urges UAE to help close free-trade deal with Gulf states bloc

Chinese foreign minister is on a three-nation Middle East tour and met Emirati counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday.

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi with Emirati counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in Abu Dhabi on Friday. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | In betting on Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong is really betting on itself

Hong Kong’s future may lie not in choosing between East and West, but in linking Asia with the Middle East and beyond.

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Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan Mo-po (left) visits the New Murabba Development Company under the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia with Murabba CEO Michael Dyke, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 30. Photo: Handout
Russia

Why Xinjiang casts a long shadow over China and Syria’s efforts to rebuild ties

The new Syrian government needs help in rebuilding, but Beijing is deeply concerned about Uygur militant groups inside the country.

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Saudi Arabia

The China factor behind Trump’s decision to upgrade Saudi air power

The deal swaps F-35 jets for ‘guardrails’ on Chinese tech in the Gulf, analysts say – with Israel assured its military edge is safe.

Banking & finance

Hong Kong firms pick Saudi Arabia over mainland China for expansion: HSBC

Nearly 20 per cent of Hong Kong businesses preferred Saudi Arabia for supply chain diversification, followed by China at 14 per cent.

Hong Kong firms are keen to expand in Saudi Arabia, according to an HSBC survey. Above, an aerial view of the Saudi capital Riyadh. Photo: Reuters
Israel-Gaza war

UN Security Council approves Trump plan for the future of Gaza

There were 13 votes in favour of the Gaza resolution, but both Russia and China abstained.

The Gaza Strip has been largely reduced to rubble after two years of fighting, sparked by Hamas’ attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Photo: Reuters
Syria

China looks to get relations with Syria ‘back on track’ after Assad’s downfall

In first meeting with counterpart Asaad al-Shaibani, Foreign Minister Wang Yi urges new regime to act against Xinjiang militant groups.

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Banking & finance

Exclusive | Standard Chartered tailors UAE offerings for wealthy Chinese residents

The United Arab Emirates is a growing hub for people who come to work, set up family offices and start businesses, bank’s wealth CEO says.

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Middle East

China calls for fresh talks on Iran’s nuclear programme to end ‘deadlock’

Foreign Minister Wang Yi expresses support for Tehran after Britain, France and Germany’s decision to reimpose sanctions.

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Iran insists it does not want to develop nuclear weapons. Photo: TNS
Iran

Will China-Iran ties help foster a ‘new Asia’? Envoy sees rebalance in region

Tehran envoy Abdolreza Rahmani Fazli calls on Beijing to provide a ‘balanced’ strategic partnership to help reduce tension in Asia.

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China’s C919 passenger plane

Maker of China’s C919 jet to scout for Middle Eastern buyers at Dubai Airshow

Comac has been looking for overseas buyers of its two passenger jets after growth in orders in China.

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Iran

Opinion | Return of Iran sanctions a moment of reckoning for China and the world

The rejection of China and Russia’s UN proposal has set the stage for a decisive struggle and potential global disruption.

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Iranians ride a motorcycle in front of a billboard depicting slain Lebanese Hezbollah leaders in Tehran on September 28. Iran has condemned as “unjustifiable” the reinstatement of United Nations sanctions over its nuclear programme, after the collapse of talks with Western powers and Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear sites. Photo: AFP
Mainland China

Can China, Israel work around Gaza rift with trade, tech links?

Despite a chill in diplomatic ties, both Beijing and Tel Aviv have a ‘strategic need’ to stop downward drift in relations, observers say.

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US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrive for a press conference at the White House on September 29. Observers warn that the fallout from the Gaza crisis, combined with a growing rivalry between China and the US – Israel’s closest ally – could complicate the path forward for Beijing and Tel Aviv. Photo: TNS
Iran

Saudi-Pakistan defence pact poses nuclear dilemma for China

The deal may bring the kingdom under Islamabad’s nuclear umbrella, presenting a challenge to Beijing’s policies on non-proliferation.

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Iran

Iran recalls envoys to UK, France, Germany after China-backed UN proposal fails

Vote clearing way for sanctions prompts Beijing to warn of ‘breakdown’ in nuclear issue that could ‘trigger a new regional security crisis’.

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Saudi Arabia

Opinion | Hong Kong must be clear-eyed about Saudi Arabia’s potential

Both economies can help each other, but the city must learn more about the Gulf kingdom’s projects, challenges and response strategies.

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(From left to right) Legislative Council member Jeffrey Lam, Cathay Group chair Patrick Healy, Finance Secretary Paul Chan, Consul General of Saudi Arabia Hamad Aljebreen, and Cathay chief customer and commercial officer Lavina Lau attend the launch ceremony of Cathay’s Hong Kong-Riyadh route on October 28, 2024. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Israel

Israeli lawmaker’s Taiwan visits repeatedly violate one-China policy: Beijing

Embassy admonishes ‘troublemaker’ Boaz Toporovsky for undermining the foundation of bilateral relations.

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Israeli Knesset member Boaz Toporovsky meets Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te in Taipei last week. Photo: CNA
Banking & finance

HSBC opens first Middle East wealth hub in Dubai to tap booming UAE market

The investment in the 24,000 sq ft wealth hub is the bank’s largest in the last 20 years in the premier banking segment, HSBC UAE CEO says.

Qatar

New Saudi-Pakistan pact signals evolving alliances amid rising US-China tension

Riyadh looking to ‘put its eggs in different baskets’ given doubts over US commitment in the region, analysts say.

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