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China

China softens stance on tariff talks, spy claims slammed: SCMP daily highlights

From China looking at US proposals to ease trade war to factory orders being cancelled in Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

China’s trade talk comments aim to ramp up pressure on US, analysts say

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Pakistan showcases advanced Chinese weapons amid escalating tensions with India

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Diplomacy

Could Rubio’s new national security role make US-China communications easier?

US secretary of state’s latest job puts him on a par with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi – something that may help ‘streamline’ talks.

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Marco Rubio has shifted his focus away from issues such as human rights to criticising China’s trade policies. Photo: Reuters
Marco Rubio has shifted his focus away from issues such as human rights to criticising China’s trade policies. Photo: Reuters

Big Tech

Alibaba launches Taobao fast-delivery service ahead of schedule

The early introduction of the service reflects heightened domestic demand for efficient and affordable delivery of goods ordered online.

Science

China taps private sector for top talent in widened sci-tech recruitment drive

In biggest hiring spree in a decade, state academies open more doors to innovators, foreign academics, with less attention to seniority or titles.

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Military

China’s military reveals details of Type 094 nuclear submarine for first time

Vessel has submerged displacement of 11,000 tonnes, maximum speed of 30 knots and can operate at a depth of 400 metres, according to PLA.

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China’s nuclear-powered Type 094A ballistic missile submarine is said to be quieter than the earlier model. Photo: Reuters
China’s nuclear-powered Type 094A ballistic missile submarine is said to be quieter than the earlier model. Photo: Reuters

China

Video | Record-breaking windstorm hits Chinese cities

Wind speed reached up to 106km/h (69mph) in Yuncheng, breaking the city’s record.

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China Economy

China’s Labour Day travel boom bodes well for spending, but box office fizzles

Visa-free entries and generous tax refunds for inbound travellers are helping to shore up tourism at a time when the economy needs a jolt.

Politics

How did China’s 5-year plans deliver an economic miracle and what’s next?

The national strategic blueprint has evolved from its roots in a Soviet-style planned economy to today’s more responsive model.

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China’s President Xi Jinping urged officials to adapt to the “changes in the international environment”, improve foresight and optimise the economic layout while drafting the five-year plan. Photo: Xinhua

China Economy

Canton Fair offers fee refunds as China moves to protect tariff-struck exporters

In an unprecedented move to protect firms amid trade war with the US, the expo has cut fees for Chinese participants in half.

Canton Fair participants have received unprecedented relief on expo fees as China moves to protect exporters in the heat of the trade war. Photo: Xinhua
Canton Fair participants have received unprecedented relief on expo fees as China moves to protect exporters in the heat of the trade war. Photo: Xinhua

Big Tech

Temu embraces local US sellers as Trump plugs ‘de minimis’ loophole

The shopping site is shifting its US business to a ‘local fulfilment model’, as tariff exemptions for low-value Chinese goods come to an end.

Science

US space agency Nasa will not fund study on China’s moon sample, says scientist

China’s moon rocks and soil will be put under the microscope and compared to Apollo-era samples to deepen understanding of volcanic past.

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Politics

Chinese educated overseas hit back at ‘appliance queen’ over spy allegations

Shanxi Returnees’ Chamber of Commerce publishes open letter to Dong Mingzhu over comment she would ‘never use a haigui pai’.

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Dong Mingzhu, chairwoman of Gree Group appliance firm in China, stirred controversy last month after saying Chinese educated overseas might be spies. Photo: Handout

Diplomacy

Deal or no deal? EU engages US, China on high-wire bargaining act

Europe must navigate between the two powers, knowing that cutting an economic deal with one could make it impossible to do so with the other.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Beijing in April 2023. The EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CAI) has been frozen at the ratification stage by the European Parliament. Photo: Xinhua
Chinese President Xi Jinping meets European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Beijing in April 2023. The EU-China Comprehensive Agreement on Investment (CAI) has been frozen at the ratification stage by the European Parliament. Photo: Xinhua

Banking & Finance

Standard Chartered beats forecasts with 13% gain in first-quarter profit

Net profit rose to US$1.59 billion, driven by ‘double-digit income growth in wealth solutions, global markets and global banking’, CEO says.

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World

China sends back 2 Boeing jets, Pakistan-India arms showdown: 7 highlights

From China sending back Boeing jets to Pakistan and India in an arms showdown, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

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Diplomacy

‘Two sessions’ 2025: China portrays itself as global order stalwart amid tumult

As US imposes further tariffs and suspends Ukraine aid, NPC spokesman says China aims for ‘inclusive and equitable economic globalisation’.

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Responding to new tariffs imposed by the US, NPC spokesman Lou Qinjian said China would “never accept pressure and threats”. Photo: Xinhua
Responding to new tariffs imposed by the US, NPC spokesman Lou Qinjian said China would “never accept pressure and threats”. Photo: Xinhua

China

Everything at stake at China’s ‘two sessions’, as Trump 2.0 shapes the world

As China’s political elite gather for the country’s annual legislative sessions in March, we examine the broader forces likely to influence policies for the coming year – and how decision-makers will respond to the unpredictable second term of US President Donald Trump.

Politics

8 takeaways from Premier Li Qiang’s work report at China’s ‘two sessions’

Li sets out goals for economic growth, jobs, the private sector, tech and Hong Kong at opening ceremony of China’s top legislature.

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Politics

China pledges to spend more an hour before Donald Trump promises to cut back

In Beijing, Premier Li Qiang pledges more spending to drive economic growth, while in Washington the president announces dramatic cutbacks.

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Premier Li Qiang delivered his work report at the opening of the National People’s Congress in Beijing on Wednesday. A central theme was the need for government and the private sector to work together to spur growth. Photo: AP
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LATEST China Science NEWS

China taps private sector for top talent in widened sci-tech recruitment drive

China’s top sci-tech academies have widened their search for leading talent as Beijing steps up a drive for innovation and self-reliance. Photo: Shutterstock

US space agency Nasa will not fund study on China’s moon sample, says scientist

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A visitor looks at lunar soil samples collected by China’s Chang’e-5 and Chang’e-6 missions at the Osaka Expo in Japan. Photo: Xinhua

China sends back 2 Boeing jets, Pakistan-India arms showdown: 7 highlights

Two Boeing jets intended for Chinese airlines have been returned to the US, with more likely to come in the wake of heightened tariffs. Photo: AFP

China’s young talent scheme lures smart materials scientist Li Yongxi from US

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Award-winning young materials scientist Li Yongxi has left the US in favour of a research position in China. Photo: Nanjing University

Former Harvard professor convicted over China ties joins Tsinghua University

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Charles Lieber was found guilty in 2021 of hiding his ties to a Chinese talent programme. Photo: AP
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