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Party Secretary of Tianjin Chen Min'er
A photo taken on March 27, 2026, shows the Xiongan New Area in north China’s Hebei province. Photo: Xinhua
China property

Hong Kong’s Langham group invests in Beijing’s ‘city of the future’ Xiongan

Planned 300-room, dual-brand hotel marks early private-sector involvement amid Xi Jinping’s push to accelerate development.

China-India relations

India and China wall off border rows to focus on trade and security

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Science

Beijing tried to reduce desertification. Now it battles ‘snowstorm’ of allergens

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China property

From ghost to giant: long skyscraper saga nears finish amid China property woes

Once deemed a ‘ghost tower’ and a benchmark of unfinished projects, the 596-metre building’s state-backed revival reflects efforts to rebuild confidence in fragile market.

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On March 28, the first component of a diamond-shaped crown was hoisted to the rooftop of the Goldin Finance 117 skyscraper in the Chinese city of Tianjin. Photo: Xinhua
Mainland China

Japanese chains lose ground in north China as competition and deflation bite

Store closures in Beijing and Tianjin highlight mounting pressure from domestic rivals amid shifting consumer habits.

Science

China’s far west site of a new bulwark against Mideast-induced resource woes

Ethylene glycol plant in Xinjiang is equipped with tech that includes green electricity coupling, carbon capture and storage.

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Artificial intelligence

China names Beijing, urban clusters as major tech hubs in self-reliance push

Vice-Premier Ding Xuexiang says national capital and its neighbours should become ‘world-class science centre’ at high-profile tech forum.

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This year’s Zhongguancun Forum is themed “Full Integration Between Technological and Industrial Innovation” and more than 1,000 guests from over 100 countries and regions are expected to participate. Photo: Xinhua
Trending in China

China ‘city of humour’ is only place with road signs warning drivers against joking

Cartoon overhead sign depicts driver and passenger cracking gags in car; hazard warning amuses tourists and locals alike.

Science

Why Chinese team’s flexible organic battery could revolutionise wearables

Innovative material defies temperature extremes while offering efficient and stable performance in potential leap from lab to reality.

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China consumption

China targets foreign tourists for Lunar New Year ‘consumption feast’

Beijing sees huge untapped potential in spending by inbound travellers as it strives to drive up demand over the crucial nine-day holiday.

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Tourists from Russia take selfies on the Bund in Shanghai. China is keen to drive up spending by inbound travellers over the Lunar New Year. Photo: Xinhua
China-India relations

China, India find common cause in push for multipolar world

New talks between India and China reflect the two Asian giants’ mutual efforts to bolster ties and reshape the global order.

Photo: AFP
Hong Kong politics

Editorial | Civil service misconduct in Hong Kong must be handled resolutely

The case of a senior civil servant who flaunted his luxurious lifestyle on social media has raised questions about integrity and clean governance.

Science

Chinese scientists turn carbon dioxide to starch with 10-fold productivity boost

Feat seen to pave the way for industrial starch production without relying on water- and land-intensive corn.

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Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong official fired, faces criminal probe following online ‘perks’ posts

Ricky Cheng’s trip to Macau suspected of breaching provisions under Prevention of Bribery Ordinance regarding civil servants, government says.

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Tianjin Liaison Unit director Ricky Cheng. Photo: Handout
Accidents and disasters in China

How Beijing’s clean air success left China’s rural farmers in the cold

In neighbouring Hebei province, rural residents say they cannot afford to heat their homes enough after switch from coal.

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Beijing has recorded its best air quality performance since data started being collected more than a decade ago. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

The Drone Age: hi-tech wizardry propels Hong Kong towards lift-off

As Hong Kong prepares to enter the era of flying taxis, key players roll out groundbreaking innovations at the cutting edge of technology.

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China-Russia relations

Opinion | Despite their strong ties, Russia and China are emotional opposites

Moscow is haunted by a longing for Western approval in contrast to Beijing, which focuses on borrowing what works and changing what doesn’t.

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China's population

As more of China becomes ‘moderately aged’, how will its economy change?

Much of China has passed a key demographic threshold as the population ages, making adaptations necessary for policymakers and businesses.

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Illustration: Henry Wong
China trade

Tale of two halves: how China’s trade war roller coaster shook the Canton Fair

Weeks of tariff anxiety end in hope, as trade truce brings relief to country’s oldest exhibition of its kind.

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Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks rise as trade agreement soothes fears on rare earths, chips

Agreement’s annual review framework ‘provides better visibility for the capital markets,’ Bank of America Securities says.

Cryptocurrency

China, UK police join forces to recover funds from massive crypto fraud

UK police in 2018 seized digital wallets holding more than 61,000 bitcoins, now worth more than US$6.7 billion.

British police in 2018 seized digital wallets holding more than 61,000 bitcoins as part of an investigation. Photo: Shutterstock
China jobs

China’s SOEs breathe life into Xi Jinping’s ‘city of the future’ Xiongan

As state-owned firms relocate to new metropolis, jobs travel with them – but is it enough to lure workers?

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An aerial drone photo taken on March 15 shows a night view of the Xiongan business service centre in Xiongan New Area, north China’s Hebei province. Photo: Xinhua
China's military weapons

China’s Z-20T assault helicopter thrills public in rare military show demo

Black Hawk rival showcases advanced combat capabilities, cutting-edge weaponry at Tianjin arms exhibition.

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Apple

Apple’s iPhone Air sells out in China after CEO Tim Cook’s visit

Pre-sales for the model, which only received Chinese regulatory approval recently, began on Friday morning.

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India

Opinion | Why India is hedging its bets on another China charm offensive

As Washington pushes New Delhi closer to Beijing, both Asian powers must exercise strategic patience for an effective detente.

Illustration: Craig Stephens
China's population

Research reveals mismatch between China’s fertility incentives, local birth rates

Despite low ranking in study’s fertility-friendliness index, Guangdong province had one of the country’s highest birth rates last year.

A newborn baby is cared for in a Chinese hospital’s neonatal care centre. Photo: SOPA Images
Science

Could PLA’s AI-powered kill web evolve to a Skynet?

China’s battlefield network can deform under attack and reassemble to original state even after huge damage, making it almost unbreakable.

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China-India relations

Boundary ‘legacy’ should not define ties, China envoy to India says

Ambassador Xu Feihong calls on both sides to expand cooperation and reject trade wars amid thaw between Asian giants.

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