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80 global executives to gather in Beijing for key annual summit
The attendees include leaders of more than a dozen US corporations, including Apple CEO Tim Cook.
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Trump, Putin agree on ‘energy and infrastructure’ ceasefire for Ukraine war
Leaders said to find starting point for ‘permanent peace’ in armed conflict as Ukrainian president wants more information from Washington.
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Global Economy
Will a Trump-Xi summit make headway on trade? Analysts are doubtful
Even if a meeting between Chinese and US leaders takes place, analysts said numerous factors would reduce the likelihood of a sweeping trade deal.
18 Mar 2025 - 11:33PM
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Politics
Hutchison’s Panama ports deal must comply with the law: Hong Kong’s John Lee
Beijing conducting major review of port and shipping assets held by private mainland and local businesses, source says.
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Trump says Xi to visit Washington in ‘not too distant future’
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Nasa astronauts finally back on Earth after 9 months stuck in space
Barry ‘Butch’ Wilmore and Suni Williams splashed down off Florida coast on Tuesday after bungled test flight left them stranded on the ISS.
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Yellow Sea stand-off over ‘steel structure’ raises China-South Korean tensions
Last month’s confrontation between coastguards began when Chinese vessels blocked South Korean inspection of an object off Jeju Island, reports say.
18 Mar 2025 - 8:08PM
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5 charged, new raids in Huawei corruption scandal at EU parliament
4 in detention on ‘active corruption and criminal organisation’ charges. A fifth, charged with money laundering, released under conditions.
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Exploration of Earth’s most biodiverse areas can solve planet’s environmental challenges
Rolex’s Perpetual Planet Initiative supports vital research by Michel André in Amazon rainforest and Steve Boyes along Africa’s rivers.
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US says ready to confer with China, Canada on WTO disputes
Canada requested consultations earlier this month in response to ‘unjustified tariffs’ imposed by Trump. China launched dispute in February.
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Why the US must work with China on ‘deliverables’ if it wants Xi-Trump summit
Observers predict the two sides must make progress on touchy issues such as trade and fentanyl before China will agree to leaders’ meeting.
18 Mar 2025 - 10:24PM
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Banking & Finance
The custodian of a third of China’s reserves is hiring in Hong Kong
The firm is seeking trainees for fundamental research and systematic trading, according to a posting on HKCampusRecruitment.
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Military
Japan to deploy long-range missiles on Kyushu as Taiwan fears grow, Kyodo says
Deployment likely to begin at the end of next March, according to news agency report citing Japanese government sources.
18 Mar 2025 - 7:06PM
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Food & Drink
Ketchup? Ramen? Adobo? Thank Chinese food culture for these and more
While Chinese cuisine has absorbed outside ingredients and techniques, many dishes around the world have drawn from it.
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Tech Trends
China Unicom boosts computing power investment in 2025 amid AI rush
Amid a surge in AI adoption in China, the company is budgeting a 28 per cent increase in capital expenses for computing power this year.
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Law and Crime
Hong Kong anti-corruption agency arrests 22 over HK$2 million mortgage fee fraud
Eighteen bank staff among those accused of taking bribes from intermediary to defraud institution of referral fees in mortgage loan applications.
18 Mar 2025 - 10:12PM
United States & Canada
US judge bars Musk, Doge from further efforts to shut down USAID
Judge ordered Musk and Doge to restore access to USAID’s computer systems for agency’s employees, including thousands placed on leave.
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Science
Chinese basin may have been a refuge in largest extinction. Do we need another?
Researchers say Turpan-Hami Basin in Xinjiang hosted diverse plant life throughout end-Permian mass extinction 252 million years ago.
18 Mar 2025 - 6:00PM
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Entertainment
Bridgerton balls, Netflix menus? Studios now sell real-world experiences
Ever desired to be in the Bridgerton world, wanted a Love Is Blind cocktail? Entertainment companies have moved into real-world attractions.
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Europe
French hunter, 81, on trial for killing mother bear ‘in self-defence’
Andre Rives was boar-hunting in Pyrenees when the bear attacked him in 2020. Bear was killed outside authorised hunting area, officials say.
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Why China’s economic recovery is captivating investors again: Robin Xing
Morgan Stanley’s chief China economist sees green shoots in China thanks to innovation, but highlights need for social security reform.
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Political analyst Zheng Yongnian on how China should respond to Trump’s return
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BYD shares surge on unveiling of ‘fast as gas’ charging tech
The new battery and charger platform from the world’s biggest EV maker operates at 1 megawatt, twice the power of Tesla’s fastest offering.
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China Unicom boosts computing power investment in 2025 amid AI rush
Amid a surge in AI adoption in China, the company is budgeting a 28 per cent increase in capital expenses for computing power this year.
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AMD CEO visits China, touts chip compatibility with DeepSeek models
The US semiconductor firm and main rival of Nvidia has been promoting its infrastructural support for DeepSeek’s AI models.
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Chinese institute offers ‘uncapped’ pay to talent in chipmaking gear development
The generous terms reflect how China is sparing no effort to entice young talent to boost the nation’s capabilities in lithography systems.
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Can China’s belt and road lead the way as Trump turns world order upside down?
It is China’s moment to shine as the US disrupts the post-World War II order, but there may be challenges ahead, analysts say.
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Trump cut off aid to South Africa. Will it tilt the balance in China’s favour?
Washington’s ‘self-centred foreign policy’ may push Pretoria and others closer to Beijing, observer says.
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Webinar | ‘Two sessions’ 2025 key takeaways: insights into China’s economic strategy
SCMP and Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis co-host a webinar to discuss key developments from the annual ‘two sessions’.
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A battle is playing out over Congolese cobalt. China is well ahead
Rivalry for critical minerals is intensifying, but observer says US ‘doesn’t offer viable alternative’ to Chinese investments in DR Congo.
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