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1. China, US finalise trade deal as Beijing confirms breakthrough in talks
China said on Friday that it would review and approve export applications for controlled items while the US would also remove some limits – confirming a breakthrough in trade talks centred on export controls.
2. China should be alert to risk of US being drawn into war by allies, analyst says
There is more risk of a global military conflict breaking out under Donald Trump’s leadership, with the US more likely to be drawn into wars involving smaller nations or allies, according to Chinese analysts.
3. Ex-New York official facing China agent charge indicted for kickbacks

A former top New York official earlier charged with acting as a Chinese agent was handed a second federal indictment alleging she received kickbacks for steering some US$35 million worth of healthcare contracts to favoured suppliers during the coronavirus pandemic, a federal court said on Thursday.
4. Chinese navy chief of staff and nuclear scientist expelled from top legislature
Vice Admiral Li Hanjun, chief of staff of the People’s Liberation Army Navy, and Liu Shipeng, deputy chief engineer of China National Nuclear Corporation, have been expelled from the National People’s Congress.
5. China says Philippines face ‘self-inflicted destruction’ by hosting US missiles

China’s Defence Ministry has warned the Philippines against “self-inflicted destruction” by hosting US missile systems and denounced Manila’s plan to encourage fishermen to operate in disputed South China Sea waters.
6. White House says US reaches ‘understanding’ with China on rare earth shipments
The United States and China reached a “framework” agreement on how to facilitate rare earth shipments, implementing a deal based on bilateral trade talks that started last month in Geneva, Switzerland, the White House said.
7. ‘Hefty price tag’ for subsidy scheme: is China’s consumer boost sustainable?

The trade-in programme has been key to lifting China’s consumer spending this year. But it is expensive – and may be creating new problems.


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China and US finalise trade deal; global conflict risk warning: SCMP daily highlights

An American B-2 Spirit takes off from the Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri on June 20 to support the US attack against Iranian nuclear sites. Photo: US Air Force via AFP


US Commerce Secretary Scott Bessent (left) with Chinese Vice-Premier He Lifeng for trade talks in London, England, on June 9, 2025. Photo: Xinhua via ZUMA Press/TNS

Linda Sun, a former aide to New York state governors Kathy Hochul and Andrew Cuomo, has been charged with acting as an unregistered agent of China’s government. Photo: Reuters

A US Army Mid-Range Capability (MRC) Launcher deployed in Northern Luzon, the Philippines, on April 8, 2024. Photo: US Army

China’s massive trade-in programme for cars, home appliances and other big-ticket items has helped boost consumer spending this year, but doubts are growing about the sustainability of the policy. Photo: Xinhua

Is Taiwan’s William Lai purging political foes? Critics condemn ‘impurities’ speech

Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te’s comments on “removing impurities” through democratic processes have critics saying his unity campaign is a political smokescreen to justify reshaping the legislature through recalls. Photo: CNA

Is China’s massive trade-in programme running out of steam?

China’s massive trade-in programme for cars, home appliances and other big-ticket items has helped boost consumer spending this year, but doubts are growing about the sustainability of the policy. Photo: AFP 

Digital embryo gives China a powerful tool to decode the secret of life: scientists

Chinese scientists have developed a digital mouse embryo which they hope will help to uncover the cause of diseases such as congenital heart defects. Pictured is a mouse embryo in vitro. Photo: Shutterstock

Scientists hope the breakthrough will help to provide insight into organ regeneration and cancer treatment. Photo: Shutterstock

Chinese energy firms say Brazil must clarify regulations or face loss of investments

The Canudos Wind Energy Complex in Bahia state, Brazil. China has become one of Brazil’s biggest energy investors, with roughly 72 per cent of confirmed projects focusing on wind, solar and other clean technologies. Photo: AFP

Adriana Waltrick, chief executive of State Power Investment Corporation Brazil, at the Energy Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Thursday. Photo: Handout

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From a breakthrough in trade talks to Chinese analysts on risk of US being drawn into war by allies, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage


From a breakthrough in trade talks to Chinese analysts on risk of US being drawn into war by allies, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.


China and US finalise trade deal; global conflict risk warning: SCMP daily highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From a breakthrough in trade talks to Chinese analysts on risk of US being drawn into war by allies, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage

1. China, US finalise trade deal as Beijing confirms breakthrough in talks

From a breakthrough in trade talks to Chinese analysts on risk of US being drawn into war by allies, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage