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US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell speaks to the press in Washington, on September 18, 2024. US President Donald Trump has accused the Fed of dragging its feet in loosening monetary policy. Photo: Reuters
Banking & finance

Macroscope | Trump threatening the Fed shows where political risks really lie

The erosion of governance standards in the US shows advanced markets have more consequential political risks than many emerging economies.

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Pope Francis

Opinion | The world has lost a pope dedicated to the poor and the planet

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US-China relations

‘Complacent’ US risks losing out to China in Global South tech race, report says

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US-China relations

China fires back after US official takes swipe at aid to Global South

Beijing tells Washington to stop sowing discord after US treasury secretary accuses China of signing ‘rapacious deals’ with developing world.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks outside the White House in Washington on March 13. Bessent took aim at China’s currency swap deal with Argentina in an interview earlier this week. Photo: TNS
US-China trade war

Will Trump’s tariffs force Global South to show ‘true colours’ on US and China?

Beijing’s ties with developing world to face test as Washington may push countries to take tougher China stance, analysts say.

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China-India relations

Opinion | Void left by US aid cuts could be vital test for China-India detente

As the world struggles to send aid to Myanmar, New Delhi and Beijing have a chance to emerge as leaders in humanitarian relief.

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US-China relations

Open Questions | Ex-CIA official Dennis Wilder on why US-Europe rift is ‘highly exaggerated’

The national security specialist and former CIA official on US-China ties and the group chat discussion that shocked the world.

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Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen
US-China relations

Global South can count on China as old world order crumbles under Trump: analyst

Zheng Yongnian is pessimistic about state of the West, but says the Chinese model of collective development could mean progress for all.

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Russia

Global South must lead world economy as US retreats, Boao Forum told

At annual gathering in south China, experts call for developed world to unite and build new economic system as Trump threatens trade.

Ukraine war

China, Brazil back US-led push for ceasefire in Ukraine war

Endorsement follows meeting in New York led by two countries’ UN ambassadors amid ‘potential turning point’.

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Fu Cong, China’s ambassador to the United Nations, speaks during a Security Council meeting at UN headquarters in New York on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Diplomacy

Opinion | In today’s changing world order, the best hedge is agility

As great power rivalries intensify, collective action and strategic diversification can help others boost influence and avoid dependence.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
China economy

Opinion | 4 lesser-known factors shaping China’s destiny

Fiercely competitive and innovative, the country is bound to succeed. But four issues must be borne in mind.

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Artificial intelligence

Opinion | AI is no longer a mere investment, but a matter of sovereignty

As the US-China race for primacy in artificial intelligence heats up, nations must boost their capabilities or fall behind in the global divide.

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Donald Trump

Opinion | How the Global South can rise above the fray as the West fractures

Countries must seize this moment to promote an open, inclusive world order grounded in common interests and mutual respect.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
Climate change

Opinion | Can China, India step in to fill climate void left by Trump’s America?

The US’ absence from international deliberations on climate change must not be allowed to derail efforts to solve the crisis.

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A firefighter battles the Palisades Fire near a burned structure in Los Angeles, on January 8. Photo: AP
US-China relations

Editorial | Wang offers stability to world at time of growing uncertainty

Foreign minister makes it clear China is a responsible power, champion of the global order and willing to cooperate against risks.

Two Sessions 2025

In turbulent Trump times, China frames itself as defender of world stability

In his annual press conference, Chinese foreign minister presents his country as a force of certainty and a champion of the Global South.

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Two Sessions 2025

China’s ‘heart will always be with the Global South’: Foreign Minister Wang Yi

China seeks ‘strength through unity’ with Global South, which holds the key to world stability, Wang says at ‘two sessions’ press briefing.

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The sun rises over Tiananmen Square ahead of the opening session of China’s annual legislative meetings, in Beijing on Wednesday. Photo: AP
Two Sessions 2025

China hits out at US Pacific policy ‘failure’, tariffs war – as it happened

Foreign minister answers questions about strained US ties, the Ukraine war and China’s strategy in Middle East.

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Business of climate change

China miners accelerate overseas buying spree

Last month, MMG said it would buy British miner Anglo American’s nickel business in Brazil.

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DeepSeek

How DeepSeek could give China the soft power edge it’s looking for

If DeepSeek is cheaper alternative ‘it is possible that AI development and adoption in the Global South could take a Chinese turn’: analyst.

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DeepSeek’s cost-effective model and open-source nature could offer developers overseas the ability to build new products on DeepSeek models at lower cost, analysts say. Image: Reuters
US-China relations

Opinion | How Trump is creating a more peaceful and cooperative multipolar world

While Trump escalates tensions with friends and foes alike, global realities could force his hand towards cooperation.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
Trade

Macroscope | Tariff wars show just how badly we need global trade reform

While some want a return to trade norms, not many are willing to consider if yesterday’s liberalisation craze was ever sustainable.

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US-China relations

Elise Stefanik, Trump’s UN ambassador pick, vows to counter China ‘inroads’

New York congresswoman at Senate confirmation hearing outlines plans to vie with Beijing’s ‘whole-of-government approach’ to building sway.

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Diplomacy

Opinion | As the rules-based order declines, hegemony takes on a new form

From new development models to shifting norms, global power is now increasingly shared and contested across different regions and actors.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
US-China relations

US urged to bolster Global South ties to counter China-Russia partnership

Washington must build up relations with ‘global swing states’ and offer a more ‘affirmative and assertive’ trade policy, say authors.

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China’s President Xi Jinping and then US president Donald Trump meet in Beijing during Trump’s first term in office. Photo: Abaca Press/TNS
Technology

Opinion | How the Global South can defend against Trump’s AI offensive

US removal of AI safeguards risks widening the global divide. Global South must invest in AI regional partnerships, education and infrastructure.

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Brics

Indonesia joins Brics as newest full member: Brazil foreign ministry

Addition of world’s fourth-most populous nation to group of major emerging national economies hailed as ‘deepening’ Global South cooperation.

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