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Apple, Tesla, Walmart among US firms seen hit by Trump’s tariffs on China
For perspective, the tariffs could wipe out 9 per cent of Apple’s gross margin – unless the added costs are passed through or an exemption is granted, analysts found.
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‘Deeply unreasonable’: Trump’s 32% tariff on Taiwanese imports stuns Taipei
Cabinet spokeswoman says Taiwan will ‘lodge solemn representation’ with US trade representative and push for negotiations to protect its interests.
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As Trump decrees China’s ‘de minimis’ exemption dead, what’s the ‘bottom line’?
The order, likened to ‘closing a loophole’, could ‘significantly increase administrative and compliance costs’ for the US, and Chinese firms can still stay competitive, analysts say.
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Philippines offered 20 US F-16 fighter jets in major defence upgrade
Experts stress the urgent need to upgrade the Philippine Air Force due to its limited capabilities in defending against China’s military presence.
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Japan issues megaquake warning, but many travellers from Hong Kong undeterred
Tour bookings remain steady while insurance executives urge travellers to secure coverage.
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US-China decoupling: Washington bans diplomats from romance and sex with Chinese
Those who do not receive exemption and are found violating the ban will be subject to immediate expulsion from China, according to report.
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US stock market leads global decline after Trump unveils tariffs
Prices fell for everything from gold to crude oil to Big Tech stocks to small companies that invest only in US real estate.
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Business
How two Hong Kong firms’ innovative solutions enhance well-being in belt and road regions
Modern Dental Group and Insilico Medicine keen to use city’s unrivalled global connections to create a healthier world.
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PLA puts US military on notice over ‘dangerous’ activities near China
Warning follows maritime security meeting in Shanghai between US and Chinese personnel.
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Europe
France’s Macron urges firms to halt US investments in ‘collective solidarity’
Macron also insisted that the EU shouldn’t be shy when responding to US tariffs.
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China slams tariffs, US’ romance ban for diplomats: SCMP daily highlights
From China’s reaction to ‘bullying’ tariffs to a romance ban on American diplomats in Chinese cities, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.
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Europe
Man sets himself and car on fire in Amsterdam’s iconic square
Police said they suspected it was a possible attempt by the 50-year-old Dutch national in taking his own life.
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Economy, Trade & Business
Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs: everything you need to know
From China’s reaction to how markets are responding, here is everything you need to know about the US’ reciprocal tariffs.
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China EVs
China’s lidar sensor firms Hesai, RoboSense stand to gain after fatal EV crash
Adoption of the laser-based sensors will increase as consumers demand safe self-driving systems, analysts say.
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Politics
Southeast Asians expect more US engagement amid Trump’s tariff call: survey
Singapore, one of the US’ closest partners in the region, is the most worried about the impact of Trump’s second term, a new survey shows.
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China Economy
Vietnam helped China’s firms avoid US tariffs. Trump just put an end to that
The US president’s reciprocal tariffs not only impose steep tariffs on China, but also popular transshipping destinations used by Chinese exporters.
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Lifestyle & Culture
Thais outraged by expensive furniture for now-collapsed Bangkok tower
Corruption watchdog page reveals list of items including sofas costing nearly US$5,000 and 28 rosewood armchairs for State Audit Office building.
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Hong Kong Economy
Hong Kong condemns US tariffs, duty-free parcel cancellation as ‘bullying’
Lawmaker Kennedy Wong also says most manufacturers in China will not absorb tariff hikes themselves.
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Military
PLA takes aim at Taiwan’s coastal fuel depot in Strait Thunder 2025A war games
Ground forces fire on drill target that looks a lot like the island’s main LNG storage facility.
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Fresh US tariffs on China may be ‘too large to absorb, too conspicuous to dodge’
Donald Trump’s deadline for China report has arrived, ahead of his ‘Liberation Day’ to free US economy from what he sees as unfair practices.
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