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Diplomacy
Tokyo ‘closely monitoring’ backlash from China, Japanese PM tells lawmakers
Parliament hears concerns about economic effects of Chinese countermeasures in the wake of Sanae Takaichi’s comments.
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Why is China’s Liaoning carrier on a unique route amid Beijing-Tokyo tensions?
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China tests super wireless rail convoy that could carry 3 Eiffel Towers
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Diplomacy
Hitting China with tariffs should be ‘last resort’, German foreign minister says
During two-day visit to the Chinese capital, Johann Wadephul also calls for Beijing to recognise Europe’s concerns and ‘take action’.
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German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul told reporters that Europe must be “extremely cautious” about imposing duties on China. Photo: Reuters
Politics
Taiwan RedNote ban backfires, driving mainland Chinese app’s top download rise
Many users and opposition politicians accuse Taiwan’s ruling party of overreach and damaging island’s reputation for open internet access.
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Economy, Trade & Business
‘A slap in the face’: some US farmers unhappy with Trump’s US$12 billion bailout
US soybean growers, who were hit hardest by tariff disputes, have voiced frustration that overdue funding falls well short of what they need.
9 Dec 2025 - 8:08AM
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US Congress unveils bill with curbs on China tech investment and biotech ties
NDAA package revives stalled measures on US outbound investment and biotech, signalling Capitol Hill’s hardened stance towards Beijing.
9 Dec 2025 - 6:14AM
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Lawmakers in both the US House of Representatives and Senate have two weeks left before they go out of session until January. Photo: Reuters
Politics
Chinese court orders Malaysia Airlines to pay families of 8 MH370 victims
The airline must pay over US$410,000 per passenger in China’s first formal compensation ruling on flight that vanished 11 years ago.
8 Dec 2025 - 10:29PM
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Science
Chinese team reports way to extract hypersonic weapon fuel boron from seawater
Inspired by ‘novel sustainable technology’ research, the team designs a single, powerful system using solar energy for extraction.
8 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM
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Diplomacy
German foreign minister calls for end to ‘uncertainty’ on Chinese rare earths, chips
Critical minerals, semiconductors and other commodities dominate talks as Johann Wadephul begins trip to China aimed at addressing trade.
8 Dec 2025 - 9:38PM
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Diplomacy
China-Japan ferry halts service as tensions over Takaichi remarks flare
The ferry, named after monk seen as symbol of cultural exchange, has been suspended ‘due to a request from the Chinese side’, operator says.
8 Dec 2025 - 9:05PM
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The Jian Zhen Hao ferry, which typically operates between Shanghai, China and Japan’s Osaka and Kobe, has been suspended since Saturday. Photo: Handout
Diplomacy
Rubio and Hegseth discuss Indo-Pacific security with Australian counterparts
At the talks, Rubio hailed cooperation between the US and Canberra on critical minerals, defence production and troop deployments.
9 Dec 2025 - 4:23AM
United States & Canada
Federal communications agency may bar Chinese telecoms firms from US networks
The FCC move is the latest in a series of actions Washington has taken against Beijing over efforts to prevent robocalls.
9 Dec 2025 - 3:28AM
Politics
China’s security chief hints at US decline, says tech theft is a major concern
State Security Minister Chen Yixin says ‘unipolar hegemony’ is on the wane in article for party newspaper that does not directly mention US.
8 Dec 2025 - 9:25PM
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US defence chief touts ‘flexible realism’ with China ahead of strategy document
Pete Hegseth says US is committed to putting ‘America first’ and avoiding involvement in foreign entanglements.
8 Dec 2025 - 6:46PM
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US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth addresses the Reagan National Defence Forum in Simi Valley, California, on Saturday. Photo: Reuters
Science
China’s lab fungus produces low-cost, meat-like protein to replace chicken farms
Genetic modification improves environmental credentials of ‘particularly promising’ substitute that outperforms poultry, study finds.
8 Dec 2025 - 5:42PM
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Military
Japan keeps tabs on 4 Chinese navy ships near Okinawa after weekend stand-off
China’s ‘capabilities in long-range, unmanned combat operations mean we can neutralise any threat with precision’, commentator tells CCTV.
8 Dec 2025 - 7:37PM
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Diplomacy
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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Diplomacy
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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Diplomacy
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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