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Newest first · UTC+11:00China prepares to mark Jiang Zemin centenary with full commemorative honours
A 12-part documentary on the former leader is screening nightly, with President Xi Jinping expected to lead a grand ceremony on Monday
· William Zheng
China prepares to mark Jiang Zemin centenary with full commemorative honours
A 12-part documentary on the former leader is screening nightly, with President Xi Jinping expected to lead a grand ceremony on Monday
· William Zheng
Why China’s war on deflation is faltering in real time
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· William Pesek
In Taiwan, Chinese-born spouses face questions of loyalty
Li Chen-hsiu speaks during an interview in Taoyuan, northern Taiwan, on July 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Johnson Lai)
· Huizhong Wu
HKEX pushes ahead on extended trading hours discussions as it prepares paper: sources
The discussion paper could pave the way for Hong Kong’s bourse operator to introduce longer opening times, helping it attract global investors
· Enoch Yiu
HKEX pushes ahead on extended trading hours discussions as it prepares paper: sources
The discussion paper could pave the way for Hong Kong’s bourse operator to introduce longer opening times, helping it attract global investors
· Enoch Yiu
What to know about Zambia's election as Hichilema seeks second term
Supporters of Zambian incumbent President and United Party for National Development (UPND) presidential candidate Hakainde Hichilema attend a campaign rally on the outskirts of Lusaka, Zambia, Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Anita Reed)
· Jacob Zimba
India warns incidents on disputed border will affect China relations
India considers incidents along its disputed border with China “most serious” and “the state of the border affairs” will “reflect on the state of our larger bilateral ties,” the Ministry of External Affairs said Tuesday in response to a question about a fresh military face-off.
· Sudhi Ranjan Sen
(LEAD) Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com to directly import S. Korean products
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has set up a business entity in South Korea to directly purchase Korean consumer goods for sale in China, the trade ministry said Wednesday.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Passenger jet billed as China’s answer to Boeing and Airbus prepares to make first international flight
The Comac C919 will fly from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, although experts say it could take generations for it to challenge the west’s dominance of the industry
· Amy Hawkins
Why does SK Hynix want to sell its chip facility in southwest China?
The South Korean chipmaker wants to pivot towards the high-margin AI memory sector, but analysts warn any sale would face valuation hurdles
· Ann Cao
Why does SK Hynix want to sell its chip facility in southwest China?
The South Korean chipmaker wants to pivot towards the high-margin AI memory sector, but analysts warn any sale would face valuation hurdles
· Ann Cao
China has always had a legal framework for taxation. Why is it now increasing enforcement?
Declining fiscal revenue is prompting tax authorities to scrutinize offshore trusts and equity gains
· Emma Ma
China has always had a legal framework for taxation. Why is it now increasing enforcement?
Declining fiscal revenue is prompting tax authorities to scrutinize offshore trusts and equity gains
· Emma Ma
China childhood staple ‘White Rabbit’ candy gains global praise for classic wrapper design
Brand’s pure milk flavour and iconic wrapper ensure it remains a beloved icon in consumer memories, says expert
· Fran Lu
China childhood staple ‘White Rabbit’ candy gains global praise for classic wrapper design
Brand’s pure milk flavour and iconic wrapper ensure it remains a beloved icon in consumer memories, says expert
· Fran Lu
EVs dominate China’s car market: 5 takeaways from the country's latest auto sales data
BEIJING — Survivors have emerged in China's fiercely competitive car market, which is increasingly dominated by electric-powered vehicles.
· Evelyn Cheng
What are China’s quantitative trading funds, and why are they so controversial?
China’s quant funds face scrutiny from retail traders and regulators, driven by their large returns and use of AI
· Daisy Wu
What are China’s quantitative trading funds, and why are they so controversial?
China’s quant funds face scrutiny from retail traders and regulators, driven by their large returns and use of AI
· Daisy Wu
Fishing trip mishap or grey-zone test? Taiwan arrests men after boat slips past defences
Mainland Chinese men in rubber dinghy dismissed as ‘sea clutter’ by coastguard radar operator, raising fresh concerns over island’s security
· Lawrence Chung
Fishing trip mishap or grey-zone test? Taiwan arrests men after boat slips past defences
Mainland Chinese men in rubber dinghy dismissed as ‘sea clutter’ by coastguard radar operator, raising fresh concerns over island’s security
· Lawrence Chung
Floods, storms and landslides: Typhoon Dolphin ravages China – in pictures
View image in fullscreenVillages and farmlands are submerged by floodwaters in Yongjia, Zhejiang province.Photograph: VCG/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenShanghai residents wade through flooded streets. Photograph: Yin Liqin/China News Service/Getty ImagesShareView image in fullscreenAn emergency drainage t…
· Bec Lorrimer
Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesHong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?With Hong Kong’s leader expected to unveil the city’s first five-year plan in September following a two-month public consultation, the South China Morning Post examines how the financial hub can deliver on its game-changing am…
· SCMP Staff
Hong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?
AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Hong Kong SeriesHong Kong’s 5-year plan: what’s at stake?With Hong Kong’s leader expected to unveil the city’s first five-year plan in September following a two-month public consultation, the South China Morning Post examines how the financial hub can deliver on its game-changing am…
· SCMP Staff
Why does Hong Kong need a 5-year plan – and will it crimp its free-market economy?
As Hong Kong embraces long-term planning for the first time, economists and officials debate whether strategic state guidance can coexist with its open, market-led economy
· Natalie Wong
Why does Hong Kong need a 5-year plan – and will it crimp its free-market economy?
As Hong Kong embraces long-term planning for the first time, economists and officials debate whether strategic state guidance can coexist with its open, market-led economy
· Natalie Wong
Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com to directly import S. Korean products
SEOUL, Aug. 12 (Yonhap) -- Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has set up a business entity in South Korea to directly purchase Korean consumer goods for sale in China, the trade ministry said Wednesday.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Profile | Call of the ocean: Hong Kong freediver relishes testing human limits with one breath
‘It is a sport that requires both mental and physical strength: a well‑toned body with a tranquil mindset,’ Michael Sung says
· Mike Chan
Call of the ocean: Hong Kong freediver relishes testing human limits with one breath
‘It is a sport that requires both mental and physical strength: a well‑toned body with a tranquil mindset,’ Michael Sung says
· Mike Chan
Hong Kong must act fast to protect workers from heat distress
The government needs to deliver on its pledge to address the shortfalls of the city’s heat stress warning system
· SCMP Editorial
Hong Kong must act fast to protect workers from heat distress
The government needs to deliver on its pledge to address the shortfalls of the city’s heat stress warning system
· SCMP Editorial
Beyond the numbers: why China’s carrier force won’t copy the US model
Defence experts say PLA carrier fleet is expected to complement land-based forces and extend reach into the western Pacific and beyond
· Gabriel Dominguez
Beyond the numbers: why China’s carrier force won’t copy the US model
Defence experts say PLA carrier fleet is expected to complement land-based forces and extend reach into the western Pacific and beyond
· Gabriel Dominguez
Gavin Newsom’s climate zeal has made him a patsy for China
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· Will Swaim
China's Teapot Refiners Poised to Ramp Up Iranian Oil Buying
By Tsvetana Paraskova of OilPrice.com
· Tyler Durden
How India’s government can be a good parent to its young people
While recent protests were triggered by irregularities in the national medical entrance exam, the quality of education more broadly warrants attention
· Winston Mok
Elbit Systems order backlog hits $32 billion amid global defense boom
The war in Ukraine is already in its fifth year; Israel has been through two rounds of fighting with Iran within a year, and China continues to put pressure on the countries around it.
· UDI ETZION
Why Jensen Huang’s $500 billion AI financing plan faces a big risk from China
Jensen Huang built the world's most valuable company by pioneering the specialized computer chips behind the artificial intelligence boom.
· Hugh Son
Southeast Asia is luxury testbed for China's big new export drive
At Chow Tai Fook's Bangkok store, staff highlight Thailand-exclusive jewelry, such as gold elephant figurines and Buddha pendants. (Photo by Ken Kobayashi)
· Staff Writer
US faults China over opaque overseas lending, warns of emerging-market debt risks
US State Department introduces tougher disclosure requirement covering sovereign loans, liabilities and collateral
· Teresa Elena Frontado
US faults China over opaque overseas lending, warns of emerging-market debt risks
US State Department introduces tougher disclosure requirement covering sovereign loans, liabilities and collateral
· Teresa Elena Frontado
U.S. Now Claims Both Tibet and Taiwan from China.
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Facebook parent Meta to unwind US$2 billion Manus AI deal after Beijing block
Chinese-founded AI platform says affected users’ data will be deleted as it returns to independent operations
· Vincent Chow
Facebook parent Meta to unwind US$2 billion Manus AI deal after Beijing block
Chinese-founded AI platform says affected users’ data will be deleted as it returns to independent operations
· Vincent Chow
AFP stresses professionalism at sea a year after Scarborough collision
MANILA, Philippines — The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) reiterated the paramount importance of professional actions at sea after China’s admission that two of its personnel died during the collision of its Navy warship and a China Coast Guard (CCG) cutter near Scarborough Shoal (Bajo de Masinloc) in the West…
· Izel Abanilla
Why the FBI is working with China and Russia, despite everything
By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club
· RT
Why the FBI is working with China and Russia, despite everything
By Ladislav Zemánek, non-resident research fellow at China-CEE Institute and expert of the Valdai Discussion Club
· RT
Why the US government is banning Chinese robots – video explainer
The Federal Communications Commission on 28 July announced a ban on humanoid robots from China including the popular Unitree G1 model. The Guardian's technology journalist Nick Robins-Early explains the recent popularity of these trending robots and why the US government says they are a risk to the country's nationa…
Daughter of ‘Chinese Schindler’ protests website using father’s legacy to sell homes
Manli Ho condemns real estate site for invoking her father’s rescue of Jews to promote US$40,000 houses in his Chinese hometown
· Han Li