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Donald Trump
Syria’s year of ‘epic’ transformation earns it Trump’s protection
Washington is lifting sanctions and has rebuked Israel for its attacks, as the US throws its weight behind Ahmed al-Sharaa’s administration.
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Israel-Gaza war
‘My future is paralysed’: Gaza amputees desperate to walk again
3 hours ago
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Iran
Iran detains Nobel Prize winner Narges Mohammadi in ‘brutal’ arrest
13 Dec 2025 - 4:18AM
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SCMP Highlights
Japan, US defence chiefs discuss China; Mexico’s tariffs: SCMP daily highlights
From Trump and Modi’s phone call to scientists addressing implant rejection with a soft brain chip, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
12 Dec 2025 - 9:15PM
War and conflict
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Would the world be safer if the military were in charge of the US?
Capricious political leaders like Donald Trump and his defence chief may be more dangerous than responsible and battle-tested generals.
12 Dec 2025 - 8:30PM
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Banking & finance
Hong Kong needs to attract global champions to broaden fundraising base: FSDC
Think tank urges the expansion of connect schemes to cover a wider range of asset classes and the promotion of digital asset trading.
12 Dec 2025 - 5:30PM
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China-South Korea relations
Why South Korea poses a major challenge to China’s Middle East arms export drive
Both neighbours hope to expand exports to the region, but the Koreans may be better placed due to systems integration and political concerns.
12 Dec 2025 - 6:48AM
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International Property
Hong Kong scion Adrian Cheng forms retail venture with Dubai group
Joint venture will connect ‘the consumers and rich cultural industries of the Middle East and Chinese-speaking markets’ at Dubai’s Wafi City.
11 Dec 2025 - 7:40PM
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Hong Kong economy
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How Hong Kong became the trusted bridgehead for China firms going out
Firms eager to escape oversupply and involution at home are looking to leverage Hong Kong’s trusted institutional interface.
11 Dec 2025 - 9:30AM
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Thailand
‘May he rest in peace’: remains of last Thai hostage in Gaza repatriated
Sudthisak Rinthalak’s remains returned to Thailand after being held in Gaza since 2023, allowing his family to perform funeral rites.
10 Dec 2025 - 6:57PM
War and conflict
RSF says Israel killed highest number of journalists again this year
Reporters without Borders says the number of journalists killed reached 67 globally.
10 Dec 2025 - 10:28AM
Artificial intelligence
AI spending helps save global economy under threat of trade war, IMF director says
AI investment, especially in the US, helped mute the impacts of increased tariffs, Jihad Azour says at Abu Dhabi Finance Week.
8 Dec 2025 - 10:25PM
Syria
A year after Assad’s fall, can Syria’s new leader deliver lasting peace?
Despite progress, sectarian violence and Kurdish tensions persist as President Ahmed al-Sharaa pushes toward future elections.
9 Dec 2025 - 8:44AM
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United Nations
UN hits out at global ‘apathy’ as it slashes aid appeal for 2026
UN unveils streamlined plan to raise at least US$23 billion to help 87 million people in the world’s most dangerous places.
8 Dec 2025 - 2:27PM
Israel-Gaza war
Trump UN envoy, EU chief in Jordan to discuss Gaza aid as Israel eyes next phase
Diplomatic visits to Jordan came as Israeli PM Netanyahu says the second phase of the US-sponsored ceasefire could begin soon.
8 Dec 2025 - 4:04PM
Israel-Gaza war
Gaza truce incomplete without ‘full withdrawal’ by Israel: Qatar PM
Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani says Qatar and fellow truce guarantors are ‘getting together’ to advance the next phase of the deal.
6 Dec 2025 - 9:52PM
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Timepieces
November’s hottest watch moments, from awards to celebrity wrist candy
Victoria Beckham picked a special watch for Sir David Beckham’s knighting, and Chopard and Vacheron Constantin unveiled exciting new creations.
6 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM
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United States
‘America First’ reimagined: new Trump strategy readjusts US global presence
The strategy shifts US foreign policy from its traditional global role, prioritising dominance in the Western Hemisphere and ending mass migration.
5 Dec 2025 - 8:45PM
Aviation
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Why Gulf region’s dreams of aviation domination are built on sand
While Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Istanbul’s plans are already aggressively ambitious, Saudi Arabia’s extravagant vision seems like something from fantasyland.
5 Dec 2025 - 4:30PM
US Navy
Investigations reveal combat stress a key factor in costly US Navy mishaps
Reports show mission against Yemen’s Houthis took a toll on the US Navy, highlighting a friendly fire incident, loss of three jets and a ship collision.
5 Dec 2025 - 3:22PM
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Africa
Trump praises African leaders, who sign his deal as fighting continues
‘Historic’ agreement aims to end conflict in eastern DR Congo and unlock access to the region’s critical mineral reserves for the US.
5 Dec 2025 - 4:44PM
Israel-Gaza war
Israel cleared to stay in Eurovision as several countries boycott contest
The walkouts came after the general assembly of the European Broadcasting Union met to discuss concerns about Israel’s participation.
5 Dec 2025 - 2:21PM
Israel
Iraq removes Hezbollah and Houthis from asset-freeze list after ‘mistake’
Iraqi PM orders accountability for the error over list meant for Islamic State/al-Qaeda only. Reversal is blow to US efforts curbing Iran.
5 Dec 2025 - 4:58AM
Israel-Gaza war
Israel receives body from Hamas, says Rafah crossing could soon open
The handover of the final two deceased hostages is an important condition of the first part of Trump’s Gaza peace plan.
4 Dec 2025 - 3:56AM
War and conflict
Lebanon and Israel hold first direct civilian talks in decades
Talks were held days after the first anniversary of the start of the fragile truce between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.
4 Dec 2025 - 1:15PM
Banking & finance
Healthcare and tech to drive Asia-Pacific private equity deals amid slower growth
Asia-Pacific private equity managers are forecasting higher returns and fewer geopolitical risks than peers elsewhere, a new survey finds.
2 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM
Lebanon
‘No calm in Beirut’ as more Israeli strikes expected after Hezbollah ultimatum
Israel’s ultimatum to Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah by New Year’s Eve is more about political pressure than an invasion plan, analysts say.
2 Dec 2025 - 5:20PM
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Israel-Gaza war
Trump invites Netanyahu to White House as US warms to Syria’s president
Another invitation to Israel’s leader was issued after Syria’s president made a historic visit to the White House a few weeks ago.
2 Dec 2025 - 3:07PM
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