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Extreme ultraviolet (EUV) machines are critical for producing the advanced chips that drive hi-tech industries. Illustration: Getty

Science

China’s chip breakthrough, 480-million-year-old cave: 7 science highlights

From an advance in chip production to return of China’s Shenzhou-19 astronauts, here are some highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.

AMD warns of US$1.5 billion China sales hit despite rosier 2025 outlook

China’s stock regulator pledges ‘high-level opening’, streamlined listings

Tech War

For Nvidia, losing China’s AI market would be ‘tremendous loss’, CEO says

China’s AI market is likely to grow to US$50 billion in the next two to three years, Huang told US broadcaster CNBC.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is working to preserve his company’s business in the world’s second-largest economy. Photo: Reuters
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is working to preserve his company’s business in the world’s second-largest economy. Photo: Reuters

Blockchain

Bitcoin gains as crypto investors bet on positive US-China trade talks

The rally followed news that the US treasury secretary and trade representative will meet with the Chinese government in Switzerland this week.

Diplomacy

China urges restraint as India-Pakistan tensions escalate with military strikes

Chinese foreign ministry statement says the two neighbours are also China’s neighbours and calls for peace to be prioritised.

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Politics

Taiwan downgrades Chiang Kai-shek’s mausoleum as it grapples with legacy

Taipei reclassifies resting place of former KMT leader and his son in latest bid to erase sites seen by some as symbols of dictatorship.

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The mausoleum of former Kuomintang leader Chiang Kai-shek in Taoyuan, Taiwan has been renamed “Cihu Camp Area”. Photo: Handout
The mausoleum of former Kuomintang leader Chiang Kai-shek in Taoyuan, Taiwan has been renamed “Cihu Camp Area”. Photo: Handout

Diplomacy

China warns US against ‘coercion’ as top officials prepare for trade talks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says meeting with Vice-Premier He Lifeng will be about ‘de-escalation, not a big trade deal’.

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Science

How French technology could reduce China’s reliance on imported aluminium ore

A plant in Shanxi is being upgraded so that it can produce aluminium from low-grade bauxite that was previously unusable.

China Economy

China rolls out policy package to guard against US tariffs – as it happened

China’s major financial regulators announced more measures to shore up the country’s economy and capital markets as the trade war ramps up.

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The People’s Bank of China, National Financial Regulatory Administration and China Securities Regulatory Commission are holding a joint press conference. Photo: Xinhua

China

China’s snooker ‘Cyclone’ Zhao earns applause, forgiveness and national hero tag

Shenzhen-raised world snooker champion tipped to push his sport to new heights and inspire players all over Asia.

Zhao Xintong celebrates victory in the World Snooker Championship final in Sheffield on Monday. Photo: AP
Zhao Xintong celebrates victory in the World Snooker Championship final in Sheffield on Monday. Photo: AP

Diplomacy

Trump urged to take slow and steady approach to North Korea nuclear stalemate

China has crucial role in issue, according to US analyst who says Beijing involvement could allow for US–China cooperation on other matters.

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United States & Canada

US trade deficit surged, China imports sank before Trump’s tariff roll-out

Companies front-loaded shipments amid signs that more goods from the mainland are being routed through third countries, official data shows.

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Diplomacy

‘Brazen’ suspected China surveillance sites in Cuba trigger US House hearing

Lawmakers warn that Beijing may be expanding intelligence footprint near American soil and urge Trump administration to take firmer stance.

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The town of Bejucal in northwestern Cuba is the site of a suspected intelligence operation targeting the US. Photo: Centre for Strategic and International Studies

Military

China gives glimpse of Fujian aircraft carrier’s catapult technology in action

CCTV shows brief footage of electromagnetic launch system while warning its complexity will mean longer sea trials.

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China’s Fujian aircraft carrier is the world’s largest conventionally powered warship and only the second after the USS Gerald Ford-class vessels to adopt electromagnetic launch technology. Photo: Xinhua
China’s Fujian aircraft carrier is the world’s largest conventionally powered warship and only the second after the USS Gerald Ford-class vessels to adopt electromagnetic launch technology. Photo: Xinhua

China

US House passes China bills, morphing robots unveiled: SCMP daily highlights

From Washington intensifying its legislative push against Beijing to China’s circular economy, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

China Economy

China cuts need for feed seed as food security campaign ramps up

As global trade becomes less certain, China plans to reduce the proportion of grain in its animal feed – particularly imported soybeans.

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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’s chip breakthrough, 480-million-year-old cave: 7 science highlights

Extreme ultraviolet (EUV) machines are critical for producing the advanced chips that drive hi-tech industries. Illustration: Getty

How French technology could reduce China’s reliance on imported aluminium ore

The first full-scale IB2 unit at the Shanxi plant is expected to be operating at industrial scale from July, according to the French firm. Photo: Handout

‘Smallest, lightest, fastest’: China unveils new wireless morphing robots

The microrobot is 9cm long and weighs 25 grams. In outdoor tests, it flew over objects and landed, then switched mode to drive on the ground. Photo: Xinhua

‘Major obstacle’: Southeast Asian pests biting into China’s food security

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A new report has suggested migratory pests are partially responsible for rice yield losses in southern China. Photo: Xinhua

Ancient Chinese star catalogue is the world’s oldest, astronomers say

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In a new study, researchers say a star list created by astronomer Shi Shen, from China’s Warring States period, is the world’s old star catalogue. Photo: eduhk.hk
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