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Japan plans to deploy MQ-9B SeaGuardian drones on Chichijima and Iwo Jima. Photo: Handout
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Japan plans island drone deployment to monitor Chinese naval activity

Tokyo hopes deploying US-built SeaGuardians on Iwo Jima and Chichijima will eliminate a Pacific surveillance ‘blind spot’.

US-China relations

As I see it | China’s rise will turn Thucydides Trap on its head

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China-Russia relations

Why China-Russia ties outpace Beijing’s engagement with Washington

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China’s BeiDou leads GPS, other rivals across belt and road network: report

Products and services compatible with China’s navigation system have captured 58 per cent market share in countries in the trade initiative.

A worker produces intelligent central control navigation products at BeiDou Zhilian (Jiangsu) Technology’s factory in Suqian, Jiangsu province, last month. Photo: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images

Chinese man who lost a leg and an arm inspires many by competing in bodybuilding

Man whose life went on a downward spiral after horrific road accident fights back with determination; earns admiration online.

Trump critic Massie defeated in record-breaking US primary

Trump-backed Republican challenger Ed Gallrein ousts incumbent in the most expensive House primary in history.

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Exclusive | Kazakhstan to deepen financial services cooperation with Hong Kong, consul says

Envoy Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov attributes growth of local Kazakhstani community to Belt and Road Scholarship programme launched in 2016.

A light rail train on the first day of operations in Astana, Kazakhstan, in mid-May. Photo: Handout

In pictures: crossing the Hong Kong-mainland China border through the decades

Discover how Hong Kong-mainland border crossings transformed from slow, queue-filled journeys in the 1970s to today’s seamless high-speed rail trips.

Israeli forces fired shots at Gaza flotilla, all boats intercepted, group says

No live ammunition was used ‌and there were no casualties, Israel says.

Vance says Iran talks making ‘good progress’, but US forces ‘locked and loaded’

Vice-President J.D. Vance said US and Iran are working together positively; however, military campaign will restart if negotiations collapse.

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US Vice-President J.D. Vance speaks during a press briefing at the White House in Washington on Tuesday. Photo: AFP

Editorial | Energy will be high on Xi-Putin summit agenda

Amid Iran war disruptions, Russia wants to lock in deals at higher prices while China wants alternative energy sources.

Russian President Vladimir Putin (left) and Chinese President Xi Jinping greet each other in Tianjin, China, on August 31, 2025. Photo: Kremlin Pool Photo via AP

Only 4 of Hong Kong’s 110,000 subdivided homes put up for seal of approval

Three of the applications submitted by single landlord, Hayson Chan, chairman of the Hong Kong Basic Housing Units Operators Association.

Editorial | Central Asia trip will open new horizons of prosperity for Hong Kong

After years of promoting the city in the Middle East and Southeast Asia, it is sensible for city leaders to look to Central Asia.

House foreign affairs chair warns AI sales to China could make America a ‘loser’

Brian Mast stressed that American firms must not let the best US technology reach the ‘wrong places’ when it comes to AI industry.

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US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast has warned against letting American AI companies chase business in China. Photo: Shutterstock

Putin is pushing for a ‘serious’ new energy deal in China. Will he get it?

The Russian leader arrives in China days after Trump in search of an energy deal, with yuan settlements, pricing potentially on the table.

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

Opinion | Malacca Strait could be the next hinge point if Asia isn’t careful

Straits like Hormuz and Malacca are pressure points where commerce and power converge. What once defined success now defines vulnerability.

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US charges 7 Chinese executives and 4 shipping firms linked to container cartel

The companies are accused of conspiring to restrict output and fix prices during the coronavirus pandemic.

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US to drop tax claims against Trump ‘forever’, in IRS lawsuit deal

The president and his sons’ finances will be further shielded as part of a settlement of the US$10 billion case over his leaked tax returns.

US President Donald Trump smiles as he attends an event with small business owners at the White House on May 4. Photo: AP

US plans to charge Raul Castro increases Trump administration’s pressure on Cuba

US Justice Department preparing to indict ageing Cuban leader on Wednesday over the shooting down of two aircraft three decades ago.

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Trump backs Paxton over Cornyn for Texas senator in shock endorsement

The move gives Paxton a crucial boost over the incumbent, but may also give the Democrats’ Talarico an opening to flip the state.

US again avoids taking responsibility for Iran school attack that killed 155

CENTCOM head Brad Cooper said the school was on an active missile base, making the investigation ‘more complex’.

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US CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper testifies before lawmakers in Washington on Thursday. Photo: Reuters

Norway reports Europe’s first case of bird flu in a polar bear

The H5N5 variant was also found in a walrus found about 1,000km from the North Pole, and is thought to be the likely cause of death.

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A polar bear bear walks on the sea ice near glaciers on the Svalbard archipelago in April 2025. Photo: AFP

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iranian exchange house, 19 ships from shadow fleet

The Treasury’s move came after Iran ‌said its latest peace proposal to the US involved ending hostilities on all fronts.

Russian leader Vladimir Putin arrives in China just days after Donald Trump’s visit

Putin is visiting the country for the 25th time and will be looking to strengthen the close bond between the nations during the meetup.

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Visitor quotas needed to protect country parks, 4 trails challenge founder says

Andre Blumberg, who created 298km ultra-marathon, says recent scenes of overcrowding in country parks left him feeling ‘quite disturbed’.

Tourists flock to scenic Po Pin Chau during the recent “golden week” holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee

Thai Singha beer heir dismissed from family firm amid sexual abuse claims

Siranudh Scott, a scion of the family behind the beer brand, posted a video accusing his brother of repeatedly abusing him as kids.

Singha Beer is owned by the Bhirombhakdi family, which is listed as Thailand’s 15th richest by Forbes. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong steps up Ebola precautions, prepares Lantau Island quarantine facility

Centre for Health Protection prepares Penny’s Bay site and response plan, including tracing, as central Africa outbreak declared global emergency.

Guardiola set to leave Man City after this season, Maresca to take over: reports

Club refuses to comment on stories that the 55-year-old will leave at the end of this season, with his ex-assistant tipped to take over.

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