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The great slowdown: Germany at a standstill as ‘China shock’ hits
As Europe’s biggest economy is pummelled by structural problems and external threats, rocky China ties are compounding the dreary picture.
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What could challenge Washington’s latest strategic goal on Taiwan?
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Cambridge ex-vice-chancellor Nigel Slater joins China’s biotech revolution
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Diplomacy
China sends seasoned ‘America hand’ to serve as top envoy to Philippines
New ambassador arrives in Manila as South China Sea tensions flare and the Philippines draws closer to Washington on defence.
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Jing Quan (centre), China’s new ambassador to the Philippines, has vowed to safeguard Beijing’s national interests while serving as a bridge to stabilise China-Philippines relations. Photo: QQ.com
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US public backs active role in global affairs, including Taiwan defence: poll
A poll by the Ronald Reagan Institute suggests the American public’s view of global affairs is out of sync with Donald Trump’s approach.
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Is China changing tack and accepting North Korea as a nuclear-armed state?
In a break with the recent past, Beijing makes no mention of ‘denuclearisation of the Korean peninsula’ in a white paper.
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Politics
Lifeline or rubbish? Taiwan updates disaster and conflict survival guide
‘Little orange book’ sent to nearly 10 million households advises on survival response, but many question its cost and value.
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People take part in a mass casualty evacuation drill during Taiwan’s annual Han Kuang military exercises in Taipei on July 17. Photo: AFP
Politics
Official Chinese media calls for end to name-and-shame campaign against cadres
Series of commentaries says insulting officials will backfire and more effort must be made to tackle reasons for perceived poor performance.
6 Dec 2025 - 2:56PM
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Trump recasts US allies as tools to counter China in security playbook: analysts
Plan urges wealthier partners to boost defence roles, align export controls and shoulder more regional responsibility.
6 Dec 2025 - 7:08AM
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Diplomacy
Why China may be better placed than US in tussle for rare earths
While Beijing has long engaged with resource-rich nations, Trump’s Washington is seen as more ‘aggressive’ and reactive.
6 Dec 2025 - 6:51AM
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Diplomacy
Trump’s national security blueprint aims to combat China’s rise in Latin America
Framework pledges to stop competitors from threatening the stability and political alignment of neighbouring countries in the region.
6 Dec 2025 - 7:37AM
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US President Donald Trump unveiled a new national security blueprint on Friday, prioritising US dominance in the Western Hemisphere. Photo: EPA
China
US confirms Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, is in federal custody. But where is he?
Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.
6 Dec 2025 - 6:55AM
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Dutch minister admits he was blindsided by China in Nexperia chip crisis
Karremans faces criticism after Beijing choked off chip flows and scrutiny of his move to invoke a Cold War-era security law.
6 Dec 2025 - 12:22AM
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Military
PLA holds urban warfare drill as Taipei looks to boost ‘asymmetric capabilities’
State television report showing operation in war-torn city airs soon after Taiwanese leader proposed extra US$40 billion in defence spending.
5 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM
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Diplomacy
Major Chinese airlines extend full refund offers for Japan flights by 3 months
Largest state-owned carriers including China Southern and Air China continue free refunds or itinerary changes amid diplomatic row.
5 Dec 2025 - 10:45PM
A China Eastern Airlines flight takes off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. The carrier is among several in China to have announced a full refund policy for Japan-bound flights. Photo: Xinhua
Science
Man behind 99% chips: semiconductor legend Chih-Tang Sah’s ashes leave US for China
Celebrated Chinese electronics engineer who ‘kept his homeland in his heart’ while living overseas buried in Fujian with his late wife.
5 Dec 2025 - 9:05PM
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Politics
Taiwan blocks mainland Chinese platform RedNote citing ‘high fraud risk’
Island’s digital affairs ministry says five Chinese apps collect sensitive data, access biometric functions and ‘extract system information’.
5 Dec 2025 - 10:13PM
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How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power
With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.
26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PM
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Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo
Global Economy
What economic cards will China play with Japan? Analysts see dilemma in the row
Beijing seen balancing need to retaliate against Tokyo with risk of alienating foreign investors; experts expect cautious strategy.
26 Nov 2025 - 12:09AM
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Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties
US president’s conversations with Chinese and Japanese leaders suggest Washington is engaged in a delicate balancing act, analysts say.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:57PM
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Why China took Japan criticism to UN twice but did not raise it at G20
Analysts say Beijing views the UN as a platform to ‘anchor’ its position on Taiwan, particularly because it offers a wider reach.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:29PM
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