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Diplomacy
Changes driven by Musk biggest threat to China under Trump 2.0, adviser warns
Greatest pressure to ‘come from changes within the US’, Zheng Yongnian says, urging China to expand opening up as a countermeasure.
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Why the EU is failing to leverage African critical minerals as China marches on
23 Nov 2024 - 12:00PM
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Top US official says growing China-Russia ties threaten Washington’s interests
23 Nov 2024 - 8:30AM
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Economy, Trade & Business
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.
23 Nov 2024 - 10:17AM
Key Square Group founder Scott Bessent speaks at a campaign event for Donald Trump Asheville, North Carolina, in August. Photo: Reuters
Diplomacy
How will Trump handle Taiwan? Beijing sees hawkish signs as analysts are divided
Some say he could use self-ruled island as bargaining chip for economic concessions while others rule that out, citing political pushback.
23 Nov 2024 - 6:55AM
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China Economy
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.
23 Nov 2024 - 6:35AM
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Diplomacy
US blacklists 29 more Chinese companies over alleged forced labour in Xinjiang
Products of offending firms range from hi-tech inputs such as polysilicon to food products like tomato paste, according to Homeland Security.
23 Nov 2024 - 2:48AM
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Diplomacy
US troop aid may reassure Philippines but will prod China: analysts
For Beijing, the US defence secretary’s revelation of deployment to Task Force Ayungin could be ‘nerve-racking’, says analyst.
22 Nov 2024 - 9:00PM
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The Chinese Coast Guard has fired water cannons at Philippine vessels amid their clashes at Second Thomas Shoal this year. Photo: Reuters
Diplomacy
Singapore’s former prime minister Lee Hsien Loong set for six-day China trip
Lee, now a senior minister, was one of China’s most frequently visiting foreign leaders during his 20 years at the helm from 2004.
22 Nov 2024 - 6:51PM
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Diplomacy
China adds Japan to visa-free scheme for short-stay visitors as tensions ease
Travellers will be allowed to remain for up to 30 days in China without a visa from November 30.
22 Nov 2024 - 9:10PM
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World
‘Jay Chou of fitness world’, Jimmy Lai takes witness stand: 7 highlights
From EU warning China against making drones for Russia to Malaysia’s fitness influencer, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
22 Nov 2024 - 1:34PM
Diplomacy
Little room to mend EU-China ties amid differences over trade, Ukraine
Dialogue and action urged ahead of Donald Trump’s return and as mainland ship is detained by Danish coastguard over cut undersea cables.
23 Nov 2024 - 1:07AM
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Chinese bulk carrier Yi Peng 3 anchored and under surveillance in the sea of Kattegat, near the town of Grenaa, Denmark, on November 20, 2024. Photo: EPA-EFE
China Business
Unprofitable Chinese EV makers face ‘do-or-die moment’
Only those that can sustain operations without external funding will stay in the race amid overcapacity and tariff woes, analysts say.
22 Nov 2024 - 8:30AM
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Diplomacy
How Xi’s warning over Korean peninsula highlights Beijing’s diplomatic headache
A statement by Xi Jinping over the volatile Korean peninsula signals China’s growing concern in the region, observers say.
21 Nov 2024 - 11:37PM
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Military
Blame lies ‘fully with US side’: China defends rejection of defence chief talks
US cannot undermine Beijing’s core interests on Taiwan and try talk to its military ‘as if nothing had happened’, defence ministry says.
21 Nov 2024 - 11:58PM
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Diplomacy
China’s new envoy to Ukraine takes office as war, Trump worries escalate
Ambassador’s arrival in Kyiv coincides with major escalation in Ukraine war and with US support uncertain under incoming president Trump.
21 Nov 2024 - 7:38PM
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Newly appointed Chinese ambassador Ma Shengkun has pledged to “persevere in being a guardian of the friendship” between China and Ukraine. Photo: qq.com
Diplomacy
China slams US for blocking Gaza ceasefire resolution at UN Security Council
China’s top UN envoy says US veto has ‘shattered the Gazan people’s hope for survival’ as war rages on in Palestinian enclave.
21 Nov 2024 - 5:07PM
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Diplomacy
China war scenario calls for US boost in defence spending to more than 3% of GDP
China’s projected military industrial base cannot be matched without increased spending, lawmakers hear.
21 Nov 2024 - 4:12PM
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Diplomacy
Xi Jinping and Brazilian president Lula sign 37 trade and development deals
In remarks with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in Brasilia, Xi praises Sino-Brazilian relations as “at their best in history”.
21 Nov 2024 - 7:16AM
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Diplomacy
China tests hauling EV battery cargo by rail among moves to meet spiking demand
CATL and BYD batteries transported in purpose-built containers, with ultimate aim of delivery from western China to Europe in around 20 days.
20 Nov 2024 - 9:23PM
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On Tuesday, a train is shown loaded with lithium batteries at Dulaying international land-sea logistics port in Guiyang, in Guizhou province. Xinhua said 3 trains loaded with lithium batteries left from Chongqing, Guiyang and Yibin on Tuesday, marking the first large-scale test of rail transport for the batteries in China. Photo: Xinhua
Diplomacy
How bad is Trump commerce pick Howard Lutnick – and his tariff talk – for China?
Lutnick, a Wall Street billionaire, will take the lead on the new administration’s trade agenda.
20 Nov 2024 - 8:28PM
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Diplomacy
Hong Kong-led NGO sees ‘success’ against dengue fever as global cases soar
Hong Kong and mainland China teams help reduce spread of mosquito-borne disease in less-developed countries as cases hit record levels worldwide.
20 Nov 2024 - 9:54PM
Diplomacy
China reaffirms support for Saudi-Iran ties ‘across various fields’ in Riyadh
Senior diplomats jointly call for ‘immediate end’ to Israel’s military operations in Gaza and Lebanon and condemn its strikes on Iran.
20 Nov 2024 - 6:26PM
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Open Questions series
Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty
22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PM
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Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed
8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AM
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China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic
29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AM
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This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why
6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AM
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Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate
5 Aug 2024 - 8:16PM
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Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete
12 Jul 2024 - 1:46PM
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Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty
22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PM
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Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed
8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AM
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China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic
29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AM
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This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why
6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AM
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Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate
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Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete
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