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Why Iran war may drive East Asia nuclear race, hit China in Mideast: Zhao Tong
Carnegie nuclear policy expert says law of the jungle signalled by US actions could spur more countries to pursue nuclear weapons.
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China's military weapons
Could PLA’s new shipborne drone redefine South China Sea naval operations?
15 Mar 2026 - 10:00PM
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China-Japan relations
Why Japan’s Type-12 missile deployment may complicate China’s regional strategy
15 Mar 2026 - 8:45PM
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Defence
How are military helicopters evolving to adapt to the age of drone warfare?
Armed forces such as the US and China are increasingly arming themselves with UAVs, but analysts believe crewed aircraft still have a role.
15 Mar 2026 - 6:17AM
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US-China relations
The US is shifting THAAD to the Middle East. What does that mean for China?
Analysts warn of a regional capability gap in the wake of US redeployment of anti-missile system to the Middle East.
14 Mar 2026 - 10:00PM
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China-Japan relations
Swing and a miss? Taiwan’s premier under fire over baseball trip to Tokyo
Beijing has lashed out over Cho Jung-tai’s one-day visit to Japan, which was described as a ‘private itinerary’ to support the island’s team.
14 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
Beijing warns US over Jimmy Lai and Taiwan arms sales ahead of Trump visit
Foreign ministry urges US to ‘safeguard the stable development of China-US relations and peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait’.
13 Mar 2026 - 9:50PM
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Athletes
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Taiwan hosts world’s first indoor tug of war championships
Athletes from 14 countries pack Taipei Arena as Taiwan women’s team eyes top title.
13 Mar 2026 - 6:31PM
China trade
Japan taps oil reserves as Iran war spreads. Could it give China leverage?
With Tokyo and Beijing still at loggerheads over Taiwan, analysts warn Japan’s decision exposes its economic vulnerability.
13 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM
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China's military weapons
China announces AI boost to radar as drone swarms confound detectors in Iran war
Technology allows radar to observe moving targets from multiple angles, gain dynamic information – and even identify potential decoy drones.
13 Mar 2026 - 6:45PM
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Two Sessions 2025
‘Two sessions’ webinar
Experts from the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis joined an SCMP Plus website to discuss China’s biggest political event of the year.
13 Mar 2026 - 1:18PM
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US-China relations
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Sanctioned Rubio to visit China with Trump despite earlier missed opportunities
The formerly hawkish US secretary of state has been sanctioned by Beijing and sources say he has previously appeared reluctant to visit.
13 Mar 2026 - 6:18AM
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
US Navy patrols Taiwan Strait before Xi-Trump summit, triggering PLA manoeuvres
Passage signals US’ commitment to ‘free and open Indo-Pacific’, says US Seventh Fleet, after Beijing monitored and tracked aircraft.
12 Mar 2026 - 9:25PM
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Hong Kong economy
Over 170 complaints filed after Mayday shifts Hong Kong show: Consumer Council
Watchdog says 80 complaints came from residents and rest from fans outside city, primarily mainland China.
13 Mar 2026 - 10:54PM
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Two Sessions 2026
How will Hong Kong follow mainland China’s ethnic unity promotion law?
Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress set to be passed at the closing session of 14th National People’s Congress.
12 Mar 2026 - 8:30AM
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Hong Kong entertainment
Taiwan’s Mayday invites fans angered by axed Hong Kong show to free rehearsal
Concert scheduled for March 24 was cancelled and another show added on March 29, prompting wave of complaints.
11 Mar 2026 - 10:52PM
US, Israel war on Iran
How Iran’s strikes on US bases could offer a preview for the Asia-Pacific
Tehran’s retaliation against Washington’s Gulf allies offers lessons for a potential Taiwan conflict, analysts say.
11 Mar 2026 - 10:00PM
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Two Sessions 2026
Why China may gain from US moving military assets for Iran war
‘Any weakening’ of US presence in Asia-Pacific will work to someone’s advantage, ‘and you can imagine who that is’: cross-strait adviser.
11 Mar 2026 - 8:55PM
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The Philippines
As US missiles leave South Korea, the Philippines asks: are we next?
South Korea couldn’t stop the pull-out. Now, Manila must figure out if it is indeed a strategic partner or just another supply depot.
11 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM
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Two Sessions 2026
China’s ‘two sessions’ 2026: everything you need to know
From US ties post-Iran to new tech innovation strategies, here is everything you need to know about China’s ongoing ‘two sessions’.
11 Mar 2026 - 4:15PM
United States
Taiwan scrambles to sign US arms deals before deadline amid budget gridlock
Taipei receives formal US offer for 82 Himars while agreements for howitzers and missiles also await sign-off by island’s legislature.
11 Mar 2026 - 9:00AM
Banking & finance
Deutsche Bank bets on Hong Kong boom as Asian billionaires look beyond US assets
Hong Kong is becoming a focal point for Asian billionaires seeking to pivot away from US exposure, Deutsche Bank’s private bank says.
11 Mar 2026 - 7:30AM
US-China relations
Mainland Chinese see Taiwan positively, won’t retreat from US trade war: survey
China Pulse polling study gives rare window into views of ordinary people on mainland, where opinions are often restricted or even banned.
14 Mar 2026 - 4:32AM
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US-China relations
From ‘love and hate’ to nationalism, can Xi and Trump rebalance ties?
Chinese scholars say the US-China relationship has changed, and there’s a chance for the two powers to steer away from confrontation.
11 Mar 2026 - 12:58AM
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Hong Kong entertainment
Sour note for fans after Taiwanese rock band Mayday switches Hong Kong date
Veteran rockers’ show originally scheduled for March 24 cancelled, with new concert added on March 29.
10 Mar 2026 - 9:15PM
Two Sessions 2026
Stability comes first: Chinese defence chief signals Beijing’s strategic caution
Dong Jun’s remarks stressing prudence as Xi-Trump summit looms and amid Iran war suggest no military action on Taiwan for now, analysts say.
10 Mar 2026 - 8:05PM
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Two Sessions 2026
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High-level US-China dialogue is good for global stability
Foreign Minister Wang Yi has suggested the Trump-Xi summit is still on track and Beijing’s commitment to diplomacy is clear in budget allocations.
10 Mar 2026 - 7:15AM
Two Sessions 2026
China’s Wang sees ‘landmark year’ in US relations
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the US and China could shorten their ‘list of problems’, while also promoting Beijing as a source of global stability amid the war in Iran.
9 Mar 2026 - 5:00PM
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