[2026-02-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Foreigners flock to China for cheaper medical treatment, drawn by free visa policy

Snippet: Number of foreign visits to mainland hospitals spikes to 1.28 million in 2025, a rise of 73 per cent on the number 3 years ago

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/trending-china/article/3342338/foreigners-flock-china-affordable-medical-treatment-drawn-free-visa-policy

[2026-02-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Cambodia-Thailand border tensions test ASEAN’s conflict management role

Snippet: Already have Rappler+? Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism.

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/world/asia-pacific/cambodia-thailand-border-tensions-test-asean-conflict-management-role/

[2026-02-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN

Snippet: BrandRap Why soft skills will define leadership in 2026 Asia Pacific Cambodia-Thailand border tensions test ASEAN’s conflict management role Feb 7, 2026 6:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Asia Pacific Lookback on Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship: Restraint over reform in a year of crises Feb 7, 2026 12:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Asia Pacific Myanmar’s opposition fears ASEAN betrayal Feb 6, 2026 8:00 PM

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/asean/

[2026-02-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN Summit

Snippet: As Manila assumes the 2026 ASEAN chairmanship, renewed fighting along the Cambodia-Thailand border and external mediation efforts place pressure on ASEAN’s centrality and credibility

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/asean-summit/

[2026-02-07 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: Thailand

Snippet: As Manila assumes the 2026 ASEAN chairmanship, renewed fighting along the Cambodia-Thailand border and external mediation efforts place pressure on ASEAN’s centrality and credibility

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/thailand/

[2026-02-07 20:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: India leads tourist arrivals as Sri Lanka crosses 317,000 visitors in 2026 - DailyNews

Snippet: Sri Lanka has welcomed more than 317,000 foreign tourists so far this year, according to figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). The authority reported that 317,381 visitors arrived in the country between January 1 and February 4, reflecting a strong start to the tourism sector in 2026.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/02/07/local/947159/india-leads-tourist-arrivals-as-sri-lanka-crosses-317000-visitors-in-2026/

[2026-02-07 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Lam Siu-hang last Hongkonger standing at Asian Cup table tennis before bowing out

Snippet: Lam later loses in quarter-final to Japan’s Tomakazu Harimoto as defending champions from mainland China stay on track to retain titles

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3342764/lam-siu-hang-becomes-last-hongkonger-standing-after-upset-win-asian-cup-table-tennis

[2026-02-07 20:18 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US software rout spills over to China’s SaaS sector

Snippet: The software sector in China has long been constrained by slower cloud adoption and a weaker appetite for recurring subscription fees

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3342763/chinas-software-sector-braces-spillover-ai-led-global-sell

[2026-02-07 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese sports brands set sights on European expansion at 2026 Winter Olympics

Snippet: The Games have become a test case for firms seeking to raise their global profile, highlighting rising ambitions and challenges.

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342687/chinese-sports-brands-set-sights-european-expansion-2026-winter-olympics

[2026-02-07 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Silver surfers: how China ‘granfluencers’ steal spotlight, taking over social media

Snippet: Some firms managing granfluencers exploit young people’s compassion by scheduling late-night live-streams for seniors to encourage tipping

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3342207/silver-surfers-how-china-granfluencers-steal-spotlight-taking-over-social-media

[2026-02-07 17:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China tightens crypto crackdown with onshore RWA tokenisation ban

Snippet: Domestic entities, as well as offshore entities under their control, cannot issue virtual currencies overseas without approval

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/cryptocurrency/article/3342751/china-tightens-crypto-crackdown-onshore-rwa-tokenisation-ban

[2026-02-07 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Taiwan wants an effective reserve force. Will live-fire drills do the job?

Snippet: Challenges in forging conscripts into fighting force range from inadequate training facilities to eroding public will to defend the island

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3342711/taiwan-wants-train-effective-reserve-force-will-live-fire-drills-do-job

[2026-02-07 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cultural currents: how ‘Becoming Chinese’ trend is transforming Western lifestyles

Snippet: Although trend may not persist indefinitely, cultural imitation driven by digital platforms will resurface time and again, expert says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3342243/cultural-currents-how-becoming-chinese-trend-transforming-western-lifestyles

[2026-02-07 16:27 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: No reports, no records: China’s nickel black hole in Indonesia - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/no-reports-no-records-chinas-nickel-black-hole-in-indonesia/

[2026-02-07 16:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Cryptic error sees South Korea’s Bithumb give away over US$40 billion

Snippet: Bitcoin prices briefly slumped 17 per cent on the cryptocurrency exchange after the transfers but later recovered

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3342749/south-koreas-bithumb-gives-away-over-us40-billion-bit-blunder

[2026-02-07 15:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune leads compatriot Hideki Matsuyama at Phoenix Open

Snippet: Five-time major winner Brooks Koepka missed the cut in his second tournament since returning to PGA Tour from the breakaway LIV Golf league

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/golf/article/3342748/japans-ryo-hisatsune-leads-compatriot-hideki-matsuyama-phoenix-open-scheffler-makes-cut

[2026-02-07 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Rappler

Title: ASEAN 2026

Snippet: Asia Pacific Cambodia-Thailand border tensions test ASEAN’s conflict management role Asia Pacific Lookback on Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship: Restraint over reform in a year of crises Feb 7, 2026 12:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Asia Pacific Myanmar’s opposition fears ASEAN betrayal Feb 6, 2026 8:00 PM PHT Share in Chat Share article Facebook X (Twitter) Copy Link Copied Asia Pacific Philippines takes ASEAN helm amid stormy seas Feb 6, 2026 2:18 PM

Read full article: https://www.rappler.com/topic/asean-2026/

[2026-02-07 14:16 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Takaichi win expected as Japan campaign enters final, snowy day - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/japanese-brace-for-winter-storms-as-campaign-enters-its-final-day/

[2026-02-07 14:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Chinese consumers’ changing demands are keeping KFC’s owner on its toes

Snippet: Yum China CEO Joey Wat banks on fast-food firm’s flexible store format and cheaper products to attract more Chinese consumers

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3341811/chinese-consumers-rapidly-changing-demands-keep-kfc-owner-its-toes

[2026-02-07 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As traditional US allies hedge their bets, will China be the one to cash in?

Snippet: ‘Trump shock’ has prompted a thaw between other Western leaders and Beijing, a trend that raises questions about its deeper long-term impact

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3342717/traditional-us-allies-hedge-their-bets-will-china-be-one-cash

[2026-02-07 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How Western brands are adapting to China’s changing consumer landscape

Snippet: Starbucks’ China stake sale signals a seismic shift, as global firms retreat amid rising competition, price wars and evolving consumer tastes

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342682/waning-fortunes-how-western-brands-are-adapting-chinas-changing-consumer-landscape

[2026-02-07 09:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US steps up Apec role after Xi–Trump call as ties with China show signs of thaw

Snippet: Washington says its delegation to Guangzhou will press ‘America first’ trade goals while coordinating with Beijing after leaders’ talk

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/us/article/3342737/us-steps-apec-role-after-xi-trump-call-ties-china-show-signs-thaw

[2026-02-07 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As Beijing and Moscow tout ties, China’s companies keep Ukraine’s lights on

Snippet: Ukrainians are buying Chinese batteries and emergency items en masse after Russian strikes, with Beijing’s ties to Moscow no damper on trade

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3342654/beijing-and-moscow-tout-ties-chinas-companies-keep-ukraines-lights

[2026-02-07 08:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Why the new US-India trade agreement is a big deal

Snippet: The warming of New Delhi’s ties with Washington has implications for Russia, China and the global dynamics of trade and geopolitical power

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3342263/why-new-us-india-trade-agreement-big-deal

[2026-02-07 02:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Tesla launches China AI training centre as self-driving race accelerates

Snippet: US EV giant opens hub to advance its Full Self-Driving software, as Chinese carmakers step up their own L3 autonomous driving plans

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342726/tesla-launches-china-ai-training-centre-self-driving-race-accelerates

[2026-02-07 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China keeps Cuba and Uruguay in the fold, puts Panama out in the cold

Snippet: Beijing promises more aid to struggling Havana and cooperation with Montevideo as Washington looks to extend its reach in Latin America

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3342705/china-keeps-cuba-and-uruguay-fold-puts-panama-out-cold

[2026-02-07 00:42 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China fines firms for fake ChatGPT and DeepSeek services

Snippet: The two cases are among five examples made public by SAMR as it steps up efforts to fight unfair competition in China’s AI industry

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342718/china-fines-firms-fake-chatgpt-and-deepseek-services-ip-theft-crackdown

[2026-02-07 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: China grows while Europe slows in South American EV market

Snippet: Young, tech-savvy, and future-focused — Philipe Andrade, 23, and Carlos Alberto Andrade, 26, embody a new generation of Brazil's automotive elite. They are the heirs to the Brazilian auto group CAOA.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/en/china-grows-while-europe-slows-in-south-american-ev-market/a-75718939

[2026-02-07 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: UK, China boost financial ties, deepen London’s role as offshore yuan hub

Snippet: New pact designates a new yuan clearing bank, boosts cross-listings and expands green finance, accelerating the international use of China’s currency

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3342696/uk-china-boost-financial-ties-deepen-londons-role-offshore-yuan-hub

[2026-02-07 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China is developing mini hypersonic glide missiles for 80mm naval guns

Snippet: Missiles reach Mach 6 speed and can strike fighter jets more than 20km away, leaving enemy aircraft mere seconds to react

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3342577/china-developing-mini-hypersonic-glide-missiles-can-be-fired-80mm-naval-gun

[2026-02-06 23:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Sweet surge: Qwen overtakes Yuanbao after Alibaba’s bubble tea campaign

Snippet: More than 10 million free orders put Alibaba’s AI app in the spotlight amid a high-stakes battle for Spring Festival attention

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342702/alibabas-bubble-tea-giveaway-pushes-qwen-past-tencents-yuanbao-top-china-app-store

[2026-02-06 23:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: As I see it | Starmer faces a hysterical backlash over new Chinese embassy

Snippet: The worst features of UK politics and media, with help from ‘yellow-ribbon’ BN(O)ers, have been on full display over the ‘mega’ embassy plan

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/opinion/china-opinion/article/3342457/starmer-faces-hysterical-backlash-over-new-chinese-embassy

[2026-02-06 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: 媒体：欧盟加强管控第三国投资港口 意指中国

Snippet: （德国之声中文网）China.Table2月5日报道说，据该媒体获得的一份初步草案，欧委会计划加强对第三国投资欧盟港口的管控。

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/zh/%E5%AA%92%E4%BD%93%E6%AC%A7%E7%9B%9F%E5%8A%A0%E5%BC%BA%E7%AE%A1%E6%8E%A7%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%89%E5%9B%BD%E6%8A%95%E8%B5%84%E6%B8%AF%E5%8F%A3-%E6%84%8F%E6%8C%87%E4%B8%AD%E5%9B%BD/a-75840964

[2026-02-06 23:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: 媒體：歐盟加強管控第三國投資港口 意指中國

Snippet: （德國之聲中文網）China.Table2月5日報導說，據該媒體獲得的一份初步草案，歐委會計劃加強對第三國投資歐盟港口的管控。

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/zh-hant/%E5%AA%92%E9%AB%94%E6%AD%90%E7%9B%9F%E5%8A%A0%E5%BC%B7%E7%AE%A1%E6%8E%A7%E7%AC%AC%E4%B8%89%E5%9C%8B%E6%8A%95%E8%B3%87%E6%B8%AF%E5%8F%A3-%E6%84%8F%E6%8C%87%E4%B8%AD%E5%9C%8B/a-75840964

[2026-02-06 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China-Canada canola deal faces test as USMCA trade talks loom, insiders warn

Snippet: Initial shipments bring hope, but ‘Fortress North America’ threat and lack of long-term guarantees leave producers wary of Beijing’s commitment

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3342694/china-canada-canola-deal-faces-fragility-test-usmca-trade-talks-loom-insiders-warn

[2026-02-06 22:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: TikTok ‘addictive’, EU finds in digital law probe

Snippet: European Commission cites TikTok’s ‘highly personalised’ system, slams safeguards as ineffective

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3342692/eu-finds-tiktok-addictive-digital-law-probe-6-fine-looms-bytedance

[2026-02-06 22:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s military cracks down on training ‘fakery’ after Zhang Youxia’s ousting

Snippet: PLA plans to crack down on ‘fakery that undermines combat capability’, soon after top generals placed under corruption investigation

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3342631/chinas-military-vows-improve-scrutiny-training-after-fall-zhang-youxia

[2026-02-06 21:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China’s Kuaishou slapped with US$17 million fine after explicit content probe

Snippet: The fine comes days after a separate e-commerce penalty, adding pressure on China’s No 2 short-video platform to tighten controls

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3342690/watchdog-slaps-chinas-kuaishou-us17-million-fine-after-explicit-content-probe

[2026-02-06 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China ‘most capable waitress’ begins career at top hotpot chain; is overseas unit CEO

Snippet: ‘Loyal’ lowly restaurant worker makes meteoric rise to top of corporate career ladder; leads projects to boost company profits, takes chain global

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/people-culture/china-personalities/article/3342196/china-most-capable-waitress-begins-career-top-hotpot-chain-becomes-overseas-unit-ceo

[2026-02-06 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: ‘Family reunion’ case in China reveals troubling concerns

Snippet: NewslettersLunar Newsletter‘Family reunion’ case in China reveals troubling concernsMeredith Chen+ FOLLOWPublished: 6:00pm, 6 Feb 20266DCA7A6A-C6B7-4CBF-A60D-BCDB3DD02ED4Select VoiceSelect Speed0.8x0.9x1.0x1.1x1.2x1.5x1.75x00:0000:001.00x

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3343286/family-reunion-case-china-reveals-troubling-concerns

[2026-02-06 20:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Chinese snooker players secure all-China semi-finals at World Grand Prix

Snippet: Experienced duo of Xiao Guodong and Zhang Anda beat younger opponents and Zhao Xintong and Zhou Yuelong narrowly won 5-4 in quarter-finals

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/sport/hong-kong/article/3342678/xiao-guodong-zone-way-victory-against-si-jiahui-world-grand-prix

[2026-02-06 20:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: China's 'Starlink killer' new cutting edge of microwave weapons - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/chinas-starlink-killer-new-cutting-edge-of-microwave-weapons/

[2026-02-06 20:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Deutsche Welle

Title: China setzt beim Wein auf Preis statt Prestige

Snippet: Als in China vor wenigen Jahrzehnten die ersten französischen Bordeaux-Flaschen auf den Tisch kamen, war das mehr als ein Getränk: Wein wurde zum Statuszeichen - ein Stück Frankreich und im weiteren Sinne auch Europa im Glas. "Für die junge Generation der Jahrtausendwende stellte der Wein ein Fenster nach Europa dar", sagt der französische Wirtschaftsjournalist Benoist Simmat, Autor mehrerer Bücher zur politischen und ökonomischen Dimension der Weinwirtschaft, im DW-Gespräch.

Read full article: https://www.dw.com/de/china-wandel-beim-wein-frankreich-cabernet-sauvignon-bordeaux-handel-wirtschaft/a-75824999

[2026-02-06 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Asia Times

Title: Japan’s election tests its ability to navigate the Trump era - Asia Times

Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive

Read full article: https://asiatimes.com/2026/02/japans-election-tests-its-ability-to-navigate-the-trump-era/

[2026-02-06 20:22 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Stung by Trump’s policies, German multinationals cautiously pivot towards China

Snippet: German firms are keen to invest more in China as they shy away from the US, but they still face issues in the Chinese market, business group says

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3342667/stung-trumps-policies-german-multinationals-cautiously-pivot-towards-china

[2026-02-06 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Fosun Pharma unit licenses lung cancer drug to Eisai in US$1.55 billion deal

Snippet: The deal comes as Chinese novel drug makers are having more say in how their new medicines are developed with global partners

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3342652/fosun-pharmas-us155-billion-eisai-deal-signals-shift-long-term-partnerships

[2026-02-06 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Hainan official who helped build South China Sea reefs faces corruption probe

Snippet: Xiao Jie’s detention is said to have shocked local officials given his lead role in running the Beijing-held islands in the disputed waters

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/news/china/politics/article/3342648/hainan-official-who-played-key-role-building-south-china-sea-reefs-faces-corruption-probe

[2026-02-06 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Fireworks views, fortune tosses – and the city’s most wanted tables

Snippet: The best restaurants in Hong Kong to see in the Year of the Horse, from Lai Ching Heen to China Tang

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3342520/where-gather-best-hong-kongs-chinese-new-year-offerings

[2026-02-06 18:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: China trials largest locally made AI computing resource in infrastructure push

Snippet: The node is designed for large-scale AI scenarios, including trillion-parameter model training and high-throughput inference

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/tech/article/3342636/china-trials-its-largest-locally-made-ai-computing-resource-major-infrastructure-push

[2026-02-06 18:23 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Opinion | Honking for votes: inside Japan’s tradition of election sound trucks

Snippet: During election season, sound trucks drive around Japan’s cities blaring out candidates’ names and the parties they are standing for

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/opinion/article/3342639/annoying-or-background-noise-japans-sound-trucks-full-blast-election-time