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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
South China Sea
Why China and Vietnam are shifting from confrontation to calm in South China Sea
Disagreements continue, but the two sides are showing notable restraint in contrast with Beijing’s fierce exchanges with Manila.
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Asean
How Asean’s neutral stance in Iran war protects its energy security
2 Apr 2026 - 3:19PM
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Sexual harassment and assault
Fourth ex-teacher charged in Singapore amid string of student sex abuse cases
2 Apr 2026 - 11:47AM
Hong Kong society
Letters
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Hong Kong needs to start charging all bus passengers by distance
Readers discuss the decision to revise the HK$2 public transport fare scheme, and the potential of student clubs at universities.
2 Apr 2026 - 11:30AM
Technology
From ‘Unicorn Land’ to Singapore: Estonian start-ups chase tech dream in Asean
Veriff and other unicorn companies are targeting Singapore for their regional headquarters, citing similarities in digital advancement.
2 Apr 2026 - 11:13AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong investment chief joins global board in first for Chinese sovereign funds
FCLTGlobal announces that Clara Chan Ka-chai, CEO of the Hong Kong Investment Corporation, has become one of the 19 directors on its board.
1 Apr 2026 - 8:45PM
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Myanmar
Why Myanmar top general’s exit is window dressing to cement military rule
Min Aung Hlaing, who has resigned from the armed forces, is set to get approval from the military-allied parliament to become president.
1 Apr 2026 - 7:49PM
China energy security
Australia and Japan face jet fuel supply crunch as China cuts exports
Both Australia and Japan are heavily reliant on Chinese jet fuel, but shipments have plunged in recent weeks amid the Iran war.
1 Apr 2026 - 3:22PM
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Indonesia
Indonesia to deport Scottish crime boss wanted by Spain
Steven Lyons is wanted in Spain and Britain in connection with organised crime, drug trafficking and money laundering.
1 Apr 2026 - 6:33PM
The Philippines
The Iran war could be forcing Filipinos to rely on credit cards. Here’s why
Analysts warn credit card use could increase further to partly cope with higher prices and reduced disposable incomes.
1 Apr 2026 - 10:58AM
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Indonesia
‘Disturbing’: are Indonesia’s borders prone to systemic immigration corruption?
Some Singaporean tourists to Batam say they have paid nearly US$200 to clear entry checks that should have been free for Southeast Asian visitors.
31 Mar 2026 - 5:40PM
Malaysia
Fuelling up: the new ‘obsession’ drawing Singaporeans to Johor
Singaporeans flock to Johor for cheaper RON97 amid rising local petrol prices, sparking concerns about potential panic buying.
31 Mar 2026 - 2:42PM
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SCMP Highlights
Cambodia’s scam industry exodus, Jollibee’s diaspora effect: 7 Asia highlights
From Cambodia’s scam industry exodus to Jollibee’s meaning to overseas Filipinos, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
31 Mar 2026 - 1:06PM
Malaysia
Turn up the ‘Bass’: why Bella, Syed Saddiq’s new chapter has captured Malaysia
Many Malaysians celebrate the singer’s engagement to the lawmaker, seeing it as a triumph over past heartbreak and a challenge to societal norms.
31 Mar 2026 - 12:38PM
China travel
Amid soaring airfares, Chinese bookings up 20% ahead of Ching Ming holiday
Global instability fails to deter Chinese holidaymakers with airlines selling 2.04 million tickets in the lead-up to Ching Ming Festival.
31 Mar 2026 - 10:55AM
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China’s private sector
Chinese coffee brands need more than low prices to compete globally: analysts
Luckin, Lucky Cup, Cotti and Nowwa are expanding quickly overseas, but analysts warn success depends on consumer experience and quality.
31 Mar 2026 - 7:30AM
Hong Kong economy
Editorial
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Restriction on power banks on flights should not have come as a surprise
Limiting power banks to two in hand luggage comes after worrying fires on board. However, passengers would have benefited from more advance notice.
31 Mar 2026 - 6:45AM
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Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s ageing challenge: is Singapore’s Kampung Admiralty model the answer?
With one in three Hongkongers set to be over 65, experts say the city may need to look abroad for ideas on housing its ageing population.
29 Mar 2026 - 3:30PM
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Crime
Singapore seizes record Asian pangolin scales disguised as ‘dried fish skin’
The scales – estimated to be from more than 2,200 pangolins – were found after officials intercepted an inbound truck carrying sea cargo.
28 Mar 2026 - 5:59PM
Hong Kong politics
Singapore’s Lawrence Wong meets tycoons, leaders as he wraps up Hong Kong visit
City state’s prime minister says trip ‘short but meaningful’ and calls for closer cooperation to boost regional growth.
28 Mar 2026 - 10:16PM
Artificial intelligence
‘Economic own goal’? Vietnam’s AI law sets a risky pace for Southeast Asia
From Malaysia’s sovereign cloud to Vietnam’s data curbs, critics say the rush to regulate will deter investment.
28 Mar 2026 - 12:30PM
Asean
Burning daylight: Iran war energy shock revives Asean’s power grid plans
Oil is up, coal is back and so are fuel queues. As the Middle East burns, Southeast Asia dusts off an old plan to rewire its future.
28 Mar 2026 - 10:47AM
Science
Top Singaporean scientist Seeram Ramakrishna joins China’s Tsinghua University
The ‘father of electrospinning’, who taught for almost 30 years in the city state, will continue his research in Beijing.
27 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM
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Hong Kong politics
Singapore to explore Northern Metropolis opportunities: Lawrence Wong
City state’s leader says relations with Hong Kong ‘more important than ever’ amid fragmenting world.
28 Mar 2026 - 9:27AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong must look beyond mainland China talent to stay global, experts say
Under top talent scheme, authorities have approved 126,942 applications since 2023, with 94.5 per cent – or 120,009 – coming from mainland China.
27 Mar 2026 - 1:58PM
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Asean
As haze returns to Singapore, is crisis ‘quietly accepted’ by Asean?
Some Singaporeans are resigned to tolerating the annual occurrence despite the health risks and higher electricity bills.
27 Mar 2026 - 11:00AM
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Boao Forum for Asia
Singapore PM sees China helping small groups net big results for Asia
Beijing could also spearhead areas like AI governance and play greater role in promoting economic prosperity, he adds.
26 Mar 2026 - 6:52PM
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Boao Forum for Asia
As Iran war rages, China links peace to economic growth at Boao Forum
Beijing will continue promoting free trade, openness and a sound legal system for business, top legislator says.
26 Mar 2026 - 2:39PM
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