Topic: China — Neutral reports only
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[2026-03-20 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Angus Luk] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Home prices have fallen about 30 per cent from their 2021 peak, but recent data indicates a gradual recovery
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[2026-03-20 20:27 UTC+10:00] [Ministry of Commerce] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The island province has become a low-tax gateway and is ready to tap Hong Kong’s strengths in finance, research and other sectors, officials say
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[2026-03-20 20:15 UTC+10:00] [DOA: Dead or Alive] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Filmed at Hengdian World Studios, DOA: Dead or Alive helped pioneer East-West cinema collaboration – even if it bombed at the box office
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[2026-03-20 20:07 UTC+10:00] [world championship] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Seven-time world champion, who obtained Hong Kong residency in 2024, achieves feat during 5-0 win over Ryan Day at World Open in China
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[2026-03-20 20:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: As Beijing and Washington negotiate new schedule for Trump’s visit, Daines is expected to meet US business leaders in Hong Kong on March 30
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[2026-03-20 19:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: YUSHAN, China (AP) — Ronnie O’Sullivan keeps breaking records in snooker — now, at age 50, he’s made the highest ever break in the history of the professional game.
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[2026-03-20 19:15 UTC+10:00] [China stocks] [Factuality: 92]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China’s push into renewables helps shield its markets from the latest oil turmoil, with analysts pointing to limited downside risks
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[2026-03-20 19:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]
Source: Al Jazeera
Snippet: Three people associated with artificial intelligence server maker Super Micro Computer, including its cofounder, have been charged with helping smuggle at least $2.5bn-worth of United States AI technology to China in violation of export laws, according to the US Department of Justice.
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[2026-03-20 19:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Middle East Eye
Snippet: Iran is moving toward a “selective blockade” of the Strait of Hormuz, allowing passage for ships from certain countries while developing a vetting and registration system for transit, Lloyd’s List, a maritime news and analysis service, reported. Countries including India, Pakistan, Iraq, Malaysia and China are in talks with Tehran over access to the strategic waterway, the maritime publication said.
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[2026-03-20 18:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: The proposed action plan includes the Education Bureau’s suggestion of school weigh-ins, which has sparked concern among dietitians, psychologists and NGOs
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[2026-03-20 18:11 UTC+10:00] [South China Morning Post] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Celebrated scientist leaves prestigious role at University of California, San Francisco, months after being appointed, to move to Shanghai
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[2026-03-20 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Qwen3.5-Max-Preview enters a global ranking at 15th, behind models from Anthropic, OpenAI and Google
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[2026-03-20 18:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SHANGHAI, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fox ESS, a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, today announced it has been honored as one of the leading enterprises in 2026 Forbes China Pioneer Innovators in Industry Development Selection. The accolade, presented by Forbes China in partnership with Frost & Sullivan, recognizes companies that demonstrate outstanding innovation, industry leadership and market impact in the renewable energy sector.
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[2026-03-20 17:51 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Immigrant Department raids 23 locations, including restaurants, cleaning companies and commercial buildings, as part of operation
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[2026-03-20 17:30 UTC+10:00] [Eli Lilly] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Multinationals are building self-reliant supply chains in China to insulate local markets from potential trade disruptions, say analysts
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[2026-03-20 17:13 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: CNBC
Snippet: Alibaba's workforce shrank by roughly 34% over the course of 2025, as the company offloaded some of its offline retail businesses while doubling down on artificial intelligence.
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[2026-03-20 17:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: AdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP China SeriesChina and Japan’s complicated ties in a turbulent 2026China and Japan’s long-standing rivalry has deep historic roots, and relations between the two have taken a significant turn for the worse in recent months. This series dives into the complicated ties of the two Asian powers in a turbulent 2026.
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[2026-03-20 17:00 UTC+10:00] [Asia Triathlon Cup] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Robin Elg will pull out of Haikou event after swim and bike legs, as coach calls for signs of progress from squad following altitude camp
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[2026-03-20 17:00 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Crossing boundaries debate rages as new treatment sees partially clothed stressed-out clients hugged, touched with feathers
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[2026-03-20 16:47 UTC+10:00] [scmp] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Union chairman issues call after operator killed in tower crane collapse at construction site for public housing project on Tai Wo Hau Road
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[2026-03-20 16:29 UTC+10:00] [Kyna Wong] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Updated smart sedan debuts with improved safety and smart-driving features, intensifying competition with Tesla and domestic rivals
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[2026-03-20 16:27 UTC+10:00] [Editors' Pick] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-20 16:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: BEIJING, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, premiered historical romance series "Pursuit of Jade" on March 6, with the title quickly gaining traction across global markets.
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[2026-03-20 16:00 UTC+10:00] [Banchero Costa] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: China and South Korea dominate global production of vessels for carrying natural gas, but Japan now sees industry as key to its energy security
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[2026-03-20 15:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: La australiana Sam Kerr reacciona tras el juego de fútbol de semifinales de la Copa Asiática Femenina entre China y Australia en Perth, Australia, el martes 17 de marzo de 2026. (Foto AP/Gary Day)
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[2026-03-20 15:45 UTC+10:00] [fish balls] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Roger Ha’s parents took Ha Ming Kee from a crude Kowloon Walled City venture to a successful fish ball chain. Now he has taken on the mantle
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[2026-03-20 15:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SINGAPORE and SHENZHEN, China, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Circles, a global digital telecom software company, and Huawei, a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices, have signed a strategic collaboration agreement to explore the joint delivery of AI-native, next-generation digital telecom solutions for operators worldwide.
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[2026-03-20 15:34 UTC+10:00] [Fields Medal] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: From US warships’ stop in Penang to Jollibee representing Southeast Asian brands globally, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting
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[2026-03-20 15:30 UTC+10:00] [World / Asia] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Age
Snippet: Beijing: When Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived at the White House on Thursday, she was bracing for a “difficult meeting”.
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[2026-03-20 15:28 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Manila Times
Snippet: WASHINGTON, D.C. — The meeting that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will have at the White House on Thursday originally seemed like a prime opportunity to have President Donald Trump's ear before he embarked on a trip to China.
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[2026-03-20 15:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: ABC News
Snippet: Donald Trump's postponement of the highly anticipated meeting with China could be advantageous for Xi Jinping (right). (Reuters)
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[2026-03-20 15:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: Subverting the Concept of "Fast-Drying" and Redefining Sports Functional Clothing
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[2026-03-20 15:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Wind turbines operate along a solar farm near Weifang in eastern China’s Shandong province on March 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)
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[2026-03-20 15:00 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Tehran has signalled a willingness for Beijing to act as a mediator in its escalating war against US and Israel
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[2026-03-20 14:36 UTC+10:00] [Technology] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
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[2026-03-20 14:30 UTC+10:00] [Iran] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Readers discuss developments in shipping, and the implications for Taiwan of US actions in the Iran war
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[2026-03-20 14:27 UTC+10:00] [National] [Factuality: 90]
Source: 9News
Snippet: Auto news: Will Australians spend over $100,000 on a Chinese car?
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[2026-03-20 14:22 UTC+10:00] [ComplexCon] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: A pop culture expo, a celebration of Indian heritage and food, and a street art festival are among our picks for this weekend in Hong Kong
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[2026-03-20 13:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Korea Herald
Snippet: SHENZHEN, China, March 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QCY is proud to announce the official launch of HEROAD, a disruptive new e-sports brand dedicated to redefining the competitive landscape. Built on the core philosophy of "For Gamers. For Winners," HEROAD arrives to bridge the long-standing gap between elite-performance hardware and accessible pricing, ensuring that every player has the tools necessary to carve their own path to victory.
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[2026-03-20 13:18 UTC+10:00] [COMMENTARY] [Factuality: 100]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: In this era of renewed great power competition, the U.S.-Japan alliance remains the indispensable geopolitical linchpin of the Indo-Pacific. Yet the continued viability and necessity of deepening this partnership are subject to fiercely debated and often conflicting views in Washington, Tokyo and Beijing.
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[2026-03-20 13:11 UTC+10:00] [Asia Pacific] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Rappler
Snippet: This is AI generated summarization, which may have errors. For context, always refer to the full article.
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[2026-03-20 13:02 UTC+10:00] [China stocks] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hang Seng Index fluctuates as investors weigh the US-Israel war on Iran, oil volatility and corporate earnings
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[2026-03-20 13:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: Australia’s Sam Kerr reacts following the Women’s Asian Cup semifinal soccer match between China and Australia in Perth, Australia, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Gary Day)
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[2026-03-20 12:14 UTC+10:00] [China] [Factuality: 100]
Source: Guardian Australia
Snippet: As other Asian economies race to conserve energy, China has huge reserves of oil and gas as well as alternative energy sources like wind and solar
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[2026-03-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Hukeda-2, with its flexible robotic arm designed to smoothly dock with target spacecraft, was launched on Monday, state media said.
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[2026-03-20 12:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Banquet and firecrackers greet woman as she meets real family who plan to visit her adoptive Dutch parents this summer
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[2026-03-20 11:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]
Source: AP News
Snippet: NEW YORK (AP) — A senior vice president of Super Micro Computer Inc. and two others affiliated with the company were charged Thursday with conspiring to smuggle billions of dollars of computer servers containing advanced Nvidia chips to China.
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[2026-03-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Li Ka-shing] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: Wan Chai-Causeway Bay area also improves, reducing citywide vacancy rate even though most areas remain under pressure, JLL says
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[2026-03-20 11:30 UTC+10:00] [Hong Kong Polytechnic University] [Factuality: 100]
Source: South China Morning Post
Snippet: University leaders urge government to clarify how much land they will get in Northern Metropolis megaproject, saying talks with potential partners can’t move forward
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[2026-03-20 11:24 UTC+10:00] [BUSINESS] [Factuality: 95]
Source: The Japan Times
Snippet: Fan Xinquan, a retired electronics worker in Beijing, has recently started raising a "lobster," hoping that the AI agent he has been training can help organize his specialized industry knowledge better than chatbots like DeepSeek.
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