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AI gives China ‘God’s-eye view’ of green sector as data-centre demand booms
Alibaba and Peking University map nation’s extensive green-energy sites – a move that could help stabilise national grid amid surge in computing-power needs.
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China’s J-10CE jets defeat Eurofighters 9-0 in mock battles, CCTV confirms
While state broadcaster does not identify the drill, details appear to match a 2024 exercise in Qatar involving Pakistan.
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China breaks ground on Gulf aviation megaproject in shadow of Iran war
A state-owned firm has launched work on a massive aviation complex, signalling continued confidence amid regional conflict.
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Why a Trump-Lai call could trigger ‘turbulence’ between Washington and Beijing
Such a move would cross Beijing’s red line and undo progress from recent summit with Xi, analysts warn.
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A joint archaeological project between Greece’s culture ministry and a Chinese team of researchers is breaking new ground.
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Hong Kong set to be ousted by Nasdaq as world’s biggest IPO market
International investors remain interested in Hong Kong tech listings due to attractive valuations, UBS and JPMorgan say.
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Hong Kong issues red travel alert for DR Congo as Ebola outbreak spreads
139 suspected deaths and 600 suspected cases have been recorded in DR Congo and Uganda, with numbers expected to rise.
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How Changan Automobile’s design-driven brand strategy shapes its global expansion plans
Klaus Zyciora, vice-president of the Chinese carmaker, says its innovative, smart, low-carbon vehicles can entice customers around the world.
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China’s Xi Jinping expected to visit North Korea as early as next week
The news comes hard on the heels of visits to Beijing by the presidents of the United States and Russia.
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Asia-Pacific trade risks loom large as Apec official warns of protectionism
China is urged to evolve as a world buyer, ahead of ministers’ gathering in Suzhou where a raft of far-reaching trade issues will be discussed.
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US jobless claims fall as lay-offs remain low despite economic uncertainty
Despite historically low lay-offs, the labour market appears to be stuck in what economists call a ‘low-hire, low-fire’ state.
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Africa
Morocco building collapse kills at least 4
Six others were injured and a search for others who might still be buried was ongoing.
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Philippine justice chief orders arrest of senator wanted by ICC
Senator Ronald dela Rosa is a former national police chief who enforced then-president Rodrigo Duterte’s bloody crackdown against drugs.
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Cambodia raids sites linked to Chen Zhi, Chinese tycoon accused of scam empire
82 Chinese nationals among 104 people detained in Phnom Penh raids as governments around the world crack down on Chen’s scam business.
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Iran players apply for US, Canada visas in signal they will play at World Cup
Iran squad pause training to attend appointments for Canadian visas, with some seeking US ones; however, travel, security concerns persist.
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Singapore Airlines faces narrow window to gain market share from Gulf rivals
SIA can capture more Asia-Europe traffic due to its strong oil hedging strategy and balance sheet, and the Iran war’s impact, analysts say.
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Ex-Chinese Super League star swaps pitch for food delivery to gain life insights
The 48-year-old played for the Jianlibao Youth Team, a famous youth development project sent to Brazil, Qingdao Hainiu and Beijing Guoan.
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What Lee’s Netanyahu ‘war criminal’ remark means for South Korea’s diplomacy
The president criticised Israel for ‘going too far’ in detaining two South Koreans who were at sea trying to send aid to Gaza.
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China slams US over Castro charges and ‘unauthorised’ sanctions on Cuba
Beijing says it supports ‘Cuba in safeguarding its national sovereignty and national dignity’ after charges over downed planes.
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China’s booming tech exports give Beijing ‘wind in its sails’ for Trump summit
The role of tech products in April’s trade data reflects how computing-related goods are a ‘new and important growth driver’ for exports.
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AI gives China ‘God’s-eye view’ of green sector as data-centre demand booms
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China unveils first humanoid robot for household chores, ready as early as 2027
Companies are still improving data required for robots to perform complex household tasks, some of which require embodied AI.
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Alibaba signals next phase of AI growth from investment to commercialisation
Chinese e-commerce and cloud computing giant forecasts 30 billion yuan AI revenue in 2026, with agents driving more than half of cloud sales.
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Putin is pushing for a ‘serious’ new energy deal in China. Will he get it?
The Russian leader arrives in China days after Trump in search of an energy deal, with yuan settlements, pricing potentially on the table.
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Is China becoming Europe’s top science partner amid an American brain drain?
‘Massive changes in the global flow of talent’ are creating opportunities, according to the head of Germany’s Max Planck Society.
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Trump and his CEOs want China’s business – but has Asia moved on?
The US delegation went to Beijing looking for deals, but a ‘super cycle’ of capital expenditures across Asia is already fuelling enormous growth.
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Why tougher US visa rules for skilled foreign workers may end in ‘brain drain’
Trump administration is targeting several visa categories, including popular H-1B pathway, with bias towards fewer numbers and more revenue.
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