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Award-winning mathematician Wang Xujia back in China after decades in Australia
Westlake University in Hangzhou announces Wang has returned to a full-time chair professorship after nearly 30 years overseas.
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Why the EU is failing to leverage African critical minerals as China marches on
Despite deals with four African nations amid a China de-risking drive, European Union firms have yet to gain a foothold in the continent.
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China confronts false accusations that plague anti-corruption crusade
Observers say unfounded claims about cadres waste resources, dampen morale and deter officials from making bold moves to boost the economy.
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Christine Chu says HSBC sent letter to employer over ‘discrepancies’ in its records, despite receiving copy of Chu’s updated identity card.
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As dozens of high-ranking officials fall in corruption scandals, a political analyst reveals a common thread.
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Trump nominates hedge fund manager for US Treasury secretary
Post is seen as important role to carry out what is expected to be a tough economic agenda against China.
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‘Don’t have a choice’: Rohingya child brides trapped in Malaysia’s refugee crisis
Rohingya girls as young as 12 are being forced into marriage in Malaysia, escaping dire conditions in Bangladesh refugee camp.
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Towards Our Perpetual Planet event spotlights sustainability
Thought leaders and innovators came together in Hong Kong to highlight initiatives that seek to protect the natural world.
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Amid US tariff threats, can port in Peru open up new markets for China?
US$3.5 billion Chancay port will initially be able to handle 1 million containers a year.
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Japan’s youth kiss less, raising concerns over birth rate and romance
A study finds a decline in first kisses among Japanese high school students, raising concerns about the country’s low birth rate.
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Nvidia CEO vows to keep China presence, Tony Leung spills stardom secrets at uni event
Jensen Huang joins movie star Leung in receiving honorary doctorates from HKUST, with actor encouraging graduates to avoid ego and stay fresh.
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South Korea spurns Sado mines memorial amid lingering historical tensions
South Korea’s President Yoon had made improving relations with Japan a priority following years of disputes of the two countries’ history.
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Sri Lanka’s new leftist government sticks within IMF ‘guard rails’
The IMF reached an agreement with the administration of President Dissanayake to continue the four-year loan negotiation last year.
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Trump revives college climate movement, activists say
The president-elect has promised to roll back climate legislation, also vowing to boost oil production and pull out of the Paris Agreement.
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Top US official says growing China-Russia ties threaten Washington’s interests
US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell says Xi Jinping’s alliance with and support of Vladimir Putin has strongly affected Ukraine war.
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‘Valued partner’: why is Philippines’ Marcos Jnr openly backing Ukraine?
While shared values may underpin Marcos Jnr’s stance, observers say it could also indicate calculated deference to US influence in the region.
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The strong link between erectile dysfunction and poor mental health
Erectile dysfunction (ED) and psychological issues such as anxiety and depression can form a vicious circle, making erection problems worse.
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Croatia the latest tourist-trap nation to mull short-term rental controls
With rents rising and a housing shortage, Croatia is taking steps to tax short-term holiday lets. Meanwhile, sustainable tourism gets a push.
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Pork knuckles, red eggs party: Hong Kong giant panda cubs turn 100 days old
Giant panda Le Le also makes first public appearance in two months as park reopens special enclosure for bears.
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China, US ‘have different definitions of deterrence’. Will this bring disaster?
Scholars say it is time to shed Cold War concepts imported from the West and develop distinctly Chinese nuclear strategy.
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As US and India line up in a second Trump administration, China could be targeted
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Alibaba CEO highlights AI advancement at China’s internet forum
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The company debuted its much-ballyhooed Apple Intelligence platform last month, but it still lacks many features offered by other tech giants.
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Uber said to eye US$10 million stake in IPO of China’s Pony AI
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Chinese biotech firms brace for Trump tariffs, US funding bill
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China unveils plan to guide exporters through tempestuous trade waters
With more external barriers to trade likely to come, China’s commerce ministry announces nine-point plan to aid exporters in tough climate.
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What makes China’s ultra-long ‘special bonds’ so special?
China has only issued its ultra-long-term government bonds in special circumstances – here’s why this year qualifies.
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Hong Kong 47 and their jail time after longest national security trial
The 45 opposition figures found guilty of subversion for their roles in a plot to overthrow the government have learned their fates.
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Elon Musk’s China ties ‘a profound threat’ to US national security: senator
The SpaceX and Tesla CEO’s business interests could be exploited by Beijing, according to testimony at cybersecurity hearing.
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