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How a Tang dynasty tablet became a test for China-Japan restitution

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Shipping containers sit ready for transport at Guangzhou port in Guangdong, China. US authorities claim Beijing has ramped up port inspections of Panama-flagged vessels. Photo: AP

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Beijing official visits Greater Bay Area cities to explore integrating Hong Kong

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Global Talent Summit Week highlights why Hong Kong attracts high-calibre professionals

Officials and industry experts share insights into worldwide talent trends at Hong Kong Talent Engage’s International Talent Forum.

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Government officials and leaders in the education, technology and human resources industries attend last week’s International Talent Forum, organised by Hong Kong Talent Engage as part of the city’s Global Talent Summit Week.

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‘Ukraine’s not America’s war, Iran not our war’: US, G7 diplomats trade barbs

The US secretary of state chided allies for rebuffing Trump’s demand for military help in the Gulf.

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Rocket trails are seen in the sky amid a fresh barrage of Iranian missile attacks above the Israeli coastal city of Netanya on Friday. Photo: AFP

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Chinese market regulator tells firms to focus on healthy competition overseas

State Administration for Market Regulation tells companies it will address ‘involution-style’ competition as they step up efforts to expand.

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Pro-Iran hackers say they breached FBI chief Patel’s email account

Photos and other personal documents, many appearing over a decade old, were released by the group Handala.

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OpenClaw effect: explosion in AI token use adds fuel to Chinese AI development

Surging demand supports price increases that will sustain development of new and better models, Zhipu AI CEO says.

27 Mar 2026 - 8:30PM

Zhang Peng, CEO of Zhipu AI (left), Xia Lixue, co-founder and CEO of Infinigence (centre) and Luo Fuli, head of the MiMo model at Xiaomi, speak at the Zhongguancun Forum in Beijing on Friday. Photo: Ben Jiang

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Tiger Woods arrested at car crash scene on suspicion of DUI

The golf legend managed to crawl out of his Land Rover after it struck another vehicle and rolled on its side.

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Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Florida, on Friday. Photo: AP

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Earnings at China’s EV leader fall short of expectations amid intense domestic competition.

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China launches investigations into US trade practices. Why now?

Washington’s measures may breach WTO rules and past agreements, commerce ministry says.

27 Mar 2026 - 10:30PM

The Trump administration has initiated a series of sweeping trade investigations that could lead to fresh tariffs after the US Supreme Court struck down its previous duties. Photo: TNS

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Missing aid boats safely crossed to Cuba, US coastguard says

The Mexican Navy had earlier launched a search and rescue mission after losing communication with the two vessels.

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The boats Friendship and Tigger Moth, carrying humanitarian aid for Cuba and crewed by activists, depart from Mexico’s Isla Mujeres on March 21. Photo: Reuters

Politics

What do China’s new ‘correct view’ rules for local party officials mean?

Latest regulations lay bare dual mandate of absolute loyalty to central authority and mindfulness about ‘political performance’.

27 Mar 2026 - 8:30PMvideocam

Science

Leading Chinese hypersonic aviation scientist Yan Hong dies at 56

Yan graduated from and worked at the Northwestern Polytechnical University, which frequently appears on US sanctions lists.

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Nvidia’s Huang calls China ‘formidable’ in robotics as firm bets on physical AI

China’s microelectronics, motors, rare earth and magnets – which are foundational to robotics – are the world’s best, says Huang.

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BYD’s four-year profit run ends, eyes global markets as next engine of growth

Earnings at China’s EV leader fall short of expectations amid intense domestic competition.

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Pain at the pump fuels EV rush in China, driving a timely boost for carmakers

Brent crude above US$110 is pushing mainland buyers away from petrol cars, lifting China’s EV makers despite fading subsidies.

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Top US AI conference apologises after sanctions policy sparks backlash in China

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AI, flying cars drive economic transition in China’s Kunshan

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How long will US-Israel war on Iran last? Chinese analysts offer clues

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How a Tang dynasty tablet became a test for China-Japan restitution

Fresh calls involving Tokyo’s Imperial Palace could spell turning point for repatriating looted war relics after decades of inertia.

Wang Huning urges integrated cross-strait growth in talks with Taiwan’s KMT

Trump pitches China trade ‘win’ to US farmers ahead of Xi meeting, midterms

Claims come despite farmers remaining unsure if China will meet its 25 million-tonne commitment for 2026, as planting season approaches.

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Expected trips in close succession highlight Beijing’s strategic effort to manage relations with the two in turbulent times, analysts say.

What the debut of a new air-based missile means for China’s nuclear strategy

Jinglei-1 and H-6N strategic bomber combination completes nuclear triad, boosts second-strike capability, military magazine says.

Top Singaporean scientist Seeram Ramakrishna joins China’s Tsinghua University

China denies retaliating against Panama ships, accuses Washington of canal grab

US body says Beijing’s inspections of Panama-flagged ships exceed historical norms and may be reprisals over ousted Hong Kong operator.

China’s self-sufficiency drive hits new milestone with powerful RISC-V chips

The Xiangshan high-performance processor is the latest effort from China to push the boundaries with RISC-V architecture.

Beijing official visits Greater Bay Area cities to explore integrating Hong Kong

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.css-12ooj4n{font-family:Roboto Condensed,Roboto Condensed fallback,sans-serif;}Global Talent Summit Week highlights why Hong Kong attracts high-calibre professionals

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‘Ukraine’s not America’s war, Iran not our war’: US, G7 diplomats trade barbs

The US secretary of state chided allies for rebuffing Trump’s demand for military help in the Gulf.

Chinese market regulator tells firms to focus on healthy competition overseas

State Administration for Market Regulation tells companies it will address ‘involution-style’ competition as they step up efforts to expand.

Pro-Iran hackers say they breached FBI chief Patel’s email account

Photos and other personal documents, many appearing over a decade old, were released by the group Handala.

OpenClaw effect: explosion in AI token use adds fuel to Chinese AI development

Surging demand supports price increases that will sustain development of new and better models, Zhipu AI CEO says.

Tiger Woods arrested at car crash scene on suspicion of DUI

The golf legend managed to crawl out of his Land Rover after it struck another vehicle and rolled on its side.

US astronaut says illness that cut short space mission made him unable to talk

Mike Fincke says doctors still don’t know why he suddenly fell sick, prompting Nasa’s first medical evacuation from the space station.

BYD’s four-year profit run ends, eyes global markets as next engine of growth

Earnings at China’s EV leader fall short of expectations amid intense domestic competition.

China launches investigations into US trade practices. Why now?

Washington’s measures may breach WTO rules and past agreements, commerce ministry says.

Missing aid boats safely crossed to Cuba, US coastguard says

The Mexican Navy had earlier launched a search and rescue mission after losing communication with the two vessels.

What do China’s new ‘correct view’ rules for local party officials mean?

Latest regulations lay bare dual mandate of absolute loyalty to central authority and mindfulness about ‘political performance’.

Leading Chinese hypersonic aviation scientist Yan Hong dies at 56

Yan graduated from and worked at the Northwestern Polytechnical University, which frequently appears on US sanctions lists.

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Opinion | What ancient Chinese wisdom can offer a divided world – and the US

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Trump pitches China trade ‘win’ to US farmers ahead of Xi meeting, midterms

How a Tang dynasty tablet became a test for China-Japan restitution

How Art Basel Hong Kong is fuelling the Greater Bay Area’s cultural ambitions

Philip Tinari on his global journey through art and culture

Painter Eunnam Hong explores identity through haunting self-portraits

Hong Kong’s bid to win in AI: where are the road map and the guardrails?

Hong Kong’s AI revolution accelerates as policy funds skills training while industries and educators rush to integrate the shift.

Exclusive | Hong Kong job openings hit 6-year low in 69% of sectors amid AI’s ascent

Is AI displacing young people for entry-level jobs?

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As investors await Hong Kong’s first stablecoin licences, two experts discuss the assets’ integration with the city’s economy – and the world’s.

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Former diplomat posted to Beijing speaks on Iran, Taiwan and global supply chains as details of Xi-Trump meeting are worked out.

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Carnegie nuclear policy expert says law of the jungle signalled by US actions could spur more countries to pursue nuclear weapons.

Open Questions | Strikes on Iran not the biggest threat to China’s belt and road goals: Pan Guang

Mainland academic assesses the risks to Chinese investment and diplomacy in the region and what it means for the other main players.

Nvidia’s Huang calls China ‘formidable’ in robotics as firm bets on physical AI

China’s microelectronics, motors, rare earth and magnets – which are foundational to robotics – are the world’s best, says Huang.

BYD’s four-year profit run ends, eyes global markets as next engine of growth

Earnings at China’s EV leader fall short of expectations amid intense domestic competition.

Pain at the pump fuels EV rush in China, driving a timely boost for carmakers

Brent crude above US$110 is pushing mainland buyers away from petrol cars, lifting China’s EV makers despite fading subsidies.

Top US AI conference apologises after sanctions policy sparks backlash in China

Organisers said they had gone beyond legal requirements after linking to a broader US sanctions list.

Why China’s Iran war strategy is working – and may even be an opportunity

Beijing happy to watch, wait and safeguard core interests – oil flows, Taiwan and trade – as its geopolitical rival spends resources on war.

Chinese island province wants more than beachgoers as it chases economic growth

After three speculative booms – and busts – the island province is seeking sustainable growth based on new status as a free-trade port.

AI, flying cars drive economic transition in China’s Kunshan

City at heart of Yangtze River Delta region sees new tech dreams emerge as old ones based on mass production of electronics fade.

How long will US-Israel war on Iran last? Chinese analysts offer clues

Iran’s drones gaining edge as opponents burn through costly missiles, analysts note, as one labels the war a ‘serious mistake’ by US.

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