Topic: Asia — Neutral reports only
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[2025-12-19 09:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing secures 7 million tonnes of soybeans, passing halfway mark of its US purchase agreement. However, little has been shipped so far
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[2025-12-19 09:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Trump calls for moon landing in 2028, lunar base thereafter, as China targets the end of the decade for its first crewed landing
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[2025-12-19 06:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A Sri Lankan trade delegation recently concluded a strategic mission to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, coinciding with the Cambodia Agriculture Exhibition. The visit was organised by the Sri Lanka – Greater Mekong Business Council (SLGMBC) of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and initiated by the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Cambodia in Sri Lanka, Mr.
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[2025-12-19 06:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: A meeting was held between China’s Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress (NPC) Wang Dongming and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at Parliament on Wednesday (17).
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[2025-12-19 06:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The Sri Lanka Under-15 Development Rugby Squad left the island to participate in an intensive high-performance training and exposure programme organised by the Korean Rugby Football Union (KRU). The tour, scheduled from 15th to 22nd December 2025, marks a historic first for the Junior Tuskers under the new Sri Lanka Rugby administration led by President Pavithra Fernando.
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[2025-12-19 03:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The government’s response came after a senior security official suggested that Tokyo needed nuclear arms to deter potential aggressors
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[2025-12-19 02:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: After a turbulent year, experts expect continued disruption to reshape global influence, testing alliances and altering the balance of power
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[2025-12-19 01:46 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: A record number of Japanese nationals are working for United Nations agencies around the world.
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[2025-12-19 01:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: US State Department approves massive deal that includes billions in Himars and howitzer equipment, drones and software
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[2025-12-19 01:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Beijing says it is now granting longer permits giving foreign companies easier access to vital minerals, but many details remain unclear
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[2025-12-19 00:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Commerce authorities vow to defend firms such as Nuctech and CRRC, while Beijing continues talks with Brussels over EV tariffs
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[2025-12-19 00:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From EU-China trade ties to Laos securing approval to export durians, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage
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[2025-12-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The initiative underscores the growing use of intelligent Chinese-made robots in the country’s manufacturing industry
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[2025-12-19 00:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: France are next on the list in 2024, with Italy third, followed by Russia and the United States, and then Germany and China
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[2025-12-18 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Dozens convicted of illegally shipping 166 tonnes of the strategic material, marking a major enforcement of Beijing’s export controls
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[2025-12-18 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Huge advancement allows paralysed man to work, order takeaway delivery via robotic dogs and control smart wheelchairs with his thoughts
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[2025-12-18 22:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: Haya yakiwa miongoni mwa mauzo makubwa zaidi ya silaha kwa kisiwa hicho kinachojitawala, huku Washington ikilenga kuzuia uwezekano wa uvamizi kutoka China. Mpango huo, ambao bado unahitaji idhini ya Bunge la Marekani, unajumuisha mifumo ya roketi ya HIMARS, mizinga, makombora ya kupambana na vifaru, ndege zisizo na rubani pamoja na vifaa vingine vya kijeshi.
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[2025-12-18 22:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Diplomatic war of words continues with PLA Daily articles targeting Tokyo’s defence and intelligence plans
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[2025-12-18 21:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers brief Chinese counterpart on border conflict, while Beijing vows to ‘serve as a bridge’
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[2025-12-18 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Cho Ji-ho was removed for sending officers to disrupt parliament and undermine the election commission’s independence, the Constitutional Court ruled
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[2025-12-18 21:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Most goods can enter Hainan with zero import duties under the new system, as China looks to turn the island into a strategic buffer zone
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[2025-12-18 21:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Blonde-haired content creator who identifies as ‘Blink’ online appears at event dressed like star, signs postcards bearing image of iconic singer
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[2025-12-18 20:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: A trial got underway in Seoul last week for 46 South Koreans, mostly men in their 20s, accused of participating in online scam operations in Cambodia.
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[2025-12-18 20:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Daily News
Snippet: The United States on Wednesday approved $11.1 billion in arms sales to Taiwan, the largest ever U.S. weapons package for the island which is under increasing military pressure from China.
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[2025-12-18 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The three-way merger will create China’s fourth-largest investment bank with assets of US$128 billion
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[2025-12-18 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The concentration risk so prevalent elsewhere is mitigated in Asia by a diverse equity landscape and the unique strengths in China
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[2025-12-18 19:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Cambodia accuses Thailand of bombing Poipet amid escalating border disputes, prompting Asean emergency talks and global ceasefire appeals
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[2025-12-18 19:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Deutsche Welle
Snippet: To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video
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[2025-12-18 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Traditional European exports like cars are losing their appeal, while restrictions crimp sales of sought-after lithography machines
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[2025-12-18 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From biotech to AI, December’s listings – including at least 15 down the stretch – crown the city’s revival in equity fundraising
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[2025-12-18 19:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: In a call with his Caracas counterpart, the Chinese foreign minister says mutual trust and support are a tradition of bilateral ties
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[2025-12-18 18:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The Yunnan Provincial Sports Bureau is investigating accusations triple Asian Games gold medallist made against coach
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[2025-12-18 18:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Sarah Dzafce was stripped of her Miss Finland title after an image of her making the offensive gesture went viral
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[2025-12-18 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2025-12-18 17:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 95]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A YouTube video revealing a pure gold logo on certain LG air conditioners has sparked a nationwide hunt for the 20-year-old units
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[2025-12-18 17:17 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Asia Times
Snippet: Keep independent journalism alive
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[2025-12-18 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: EU leaders are set to meet amid growing concern in Brussels that the bloc’s divisions will impede meaningful action across a range of issues
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[2025-12-18 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Job market remains plagued by a mismatch between skills and vacancies, pushing more graduates towards blue-collar jobs or gig work
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[2025-12-18 15:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Consciousness expert Steven Laureys has taken on a role at Hangzhou Normal University amid ‘challenging times’ for science in the US
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[2025-12-18 14:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: BYD has pinned its hopes on preliminary self-driving technologies to bolster its sales in mainland China
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[2025-12-18 13:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hang Seng Tech Index slides after US equities slump, while investors await inflation report
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[2025-12-18 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Notice urges public to come forward with information about ‘irregular’ activities, the first such request for a specific military branch
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[2025-12-18 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Veteran Luxembourg paddler says she is focused on enjoying the game after a wrist injury forced her out for more than half a year
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[2025-12-18 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Laos could present a real challenge to other players in China’s vast durian market due to its low costs and logistical advantages
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[2025-12-18 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Against backdrop of ongoing political tensions between the two countries, this heartwarming story quickly went viral on social media
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[2025-12-18 10:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Despite renewed ‘bubble’ talk around AI valuations after a November sell-off, Standard Chartered says the cycle is different this time
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[2025-12-18 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: US debate over how to contain China’s tech development is irrelevant as Chinese domestic industry development has already taken full flight
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[2025-12-18 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China tennis star hoping to shake off injury-plagued year, will begin season at ATP Tour event in Victoria Park
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[2025-12-18 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Last month, Picea subsidiary Santrum bought about US$191 million of iRobot’s outstanding debt from the investment firm Carlyle Group
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[2025-12-18 09:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The PLA has been moving fast to modernise its arsenal and warfare strategy, but it’s seen as ‘seriously deficient’ in some areas
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