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A Chinese analysis noted that the security of shipping lanes was critical to energy and mineral imports as well as supply chains. Photo: AFP

Diplomacy

China urged to build ‘system’ to protect expanding overseas interests

Analysis calls for strategic shift, with more diplomatic engagement to reshape the rules and deeper security cooperation with other nations.

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Politics

Taipei’s dilemma over history deepens with Xi-Trump praise of WWII Flying Tigers

Taiwan’s ruling party uneasy that what could have been a valuable historical connection with the US has ended up benefiting Beijing’s ties.

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US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters alongside Chinese leader Xi Jinping, outside the White House on September 24. Photo: AP

Diplomacy

China lashes out after US lawmaker urges Starbucks to close Xinjiang stores

Beijing rejects human rights abuse claims, saying region ‘enjoys social stability, economic prosperity, ethnic unity and religious harmony’.

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Science

Mars shelter problem can be solved with engineered yeast: paper

Researchers in Hong Kong develop low-energy ‘living’ building material for quick, cheap construction.

4 Oct 2026 - 12:00PMvideocam

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Diplomacy

China, Africa boost law enforcement ties in crackdown on cross-border cybercrime

Police cooperation allows Beijing to expand its security role without formal alliances or a large military footprint, observers say.

4 Oct 2026 - 6:00AMvideocam

Wang Xiaohong, China’s public security minister, addresses the inaugural conference of the International Alliance Combating Telecoms and Cyber Fraud, in Lianyungang on September 10. Photo: Xinhua

China

Chinese art takes long march home from US museums

Works amassed by America’s Gilded Age tycoons are returning to Chinese hands as wealthy collectors reshape a centuries-old art trade.

3 Oct 2026 - 10:03PM

Diplomacy

US to deploy NMESIS anti-ship system on Japanese island closest to Taiwan

Unprecedented deployment to Yonaguni, 110km from Taiwan, during joint drills this month comes amid high tensions between Beijing and Tokyo.

3 Oct 2026 - 9:45PMvideocam

Military

Chinese troops line up for Russia’s Tsentr-2026 exercise as military ties tighten

The mass drill involved tens of thousands of personnel from SCO countries to apply lessons from Ukraine war, Moscow says.

3 Oct 2026 - 7:00PM

Russian military drones fly during military drills in Chelyabinsk, Russia. Photo: Getty Images

Science

US, China botanists sign landmark proposal on cooperation and projects

Botanical societies of both countries sign joint plant science cooperation initiative in China’s Taian to tackle pressing global challenges.

3 Oct 2026 - 6:00PMvideocam

Plant science is a critical pillar for addressing global ecological issues, particularly as climate change intensifies, according to a joint proposal by the botanical societies of China and the US. Photo: Xinhua

Politics

China returns to top 100 in gender parity ranking for first time since 2016

Performance in economic participation and opportunity powers rise to 96th from 103rd place in annual World Economic Forum report.

3 Oct 2026 - 12:00PMvideocam

Science

Malaysia is building a new research corridor across Asia to meet China’s rise

From next-gen semiconductors to advanced catalysts, scientists are navigating geopolitical boundaries to focus on mutual discovery.

3 Oct 2026 - 10:00AMvideocam

Diplomacy

US blast simulation targets China’s alleged secret nuclear testing

US Energy Department conducts underground explosive test in Nevada designed to detect low-yield nuclear explosions from China.

3 Oct 2026 - 6:41AMvideocam

DF-5C nuclear missiles on display during a military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, in Beijing on September 3, 2025. Photo: Reuters

Diplomacy

Exclusive | ‘No retreat’: key Trump ally urges continued US-China engagement on rare earths

Both sides need to keep working on their differences over critical minerals and other issues, Steve Daines tells the SCMP.

3 Oct 2026 - 8:20AMvideocam

US Senator Steve Daines played a key backchannel role in the run up to last week’s Xi-Trump summit in Washington. Photo: AP

US

US man arrested over alleged $300 million Nvidia server smuggling to China

Prosecutors say California tech firm owner routed restricted AI servers through Malaysia and Singapore to evade US export controls.

3 Oct 2026 - 7:01AMvideocam

Diplomacy

Brazil’s Lula hails Chinese investors as rival pitches rare earths to Trump

Brazilian president names China a possible partner in his critical minerals plans, as Flavio Bolsonaro courts Trump, with election looming.

3 Oct 2026 - 5:29AMvideocam

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Diplomacy

US-China trade truce remains ‘fragile’ after Xi-Trump summit, analysts say

Asia Society experts say modest economic gains leave deeper disputes unresolved, as Washington tests Beijing with a short extension.

30 Sep 2026 - 9:30AMvideocam

People stroll along the Bund in Shanghai. The US and China plan to reduce tariffs on around US$30 billion worth of imports from each other after last week’s summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Photo: EPA

Diplomacy

‘Hold the status quo’? US Congress reviews Xi-Trump summit outcomes

Talks between the two leaders in Washington produced a string of joint announcements, but some say it was more about managing tensions.

30 Sep 2026 - 9:10AMvideocam

Diplomacy

Trump rejects calls to work with China on AI safety despite Xi summit progress

US president also announces voluntary accord signed by leaders of six major US tech companies to address concerns surrounding AI technology.

30 Sep 2026 - 8:27AMvideocam

Economy, Trade & Business

Greer says no specific timeline set for enforcing US-China Board of Trade

United States Trade Representative confirms recommendations must go through a legal process before implementation of new economic initiative.

2 Oct 2026 - 6:54AMvideocam

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks during a press conference at the G20 Trade Ministers’ meeting in Milwaukee on Thursday. Photo: AP

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Beijing fights invasive moths with wasps and caterpillar-catching contests

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Workers prune trees infested with the invasive fall webworm in Beijing. Photo: Xinhua

Mars shelter problem can be solved with engineered yeast: paper

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Scientists have created a building material that they say could be used for construction on Mars. Photo: Nasa

US, China botanists sign landmark proposal on cooperation and projects

3 Oct 2026 - 6:00PMvideocam

Plant science is a critical pillar for addressing global ecological issues, particularly as climate change intensifies, according to a joint proposal by the botanical societies of China and the US. Photo: Xinhua

Malaysia is building a new research corridor across Asia to meet China’s rise

3 Oct 2026 - 10:00AMvideocam

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) in Penang is one of the institutions that is seeing more collaborations with universities in China. Photo: USM

Crop outputs grew up to 100% in China’s big agricultural experiment: scientists

2 Oct 2026 - 5:02PMvideocam

Chinese researchers say their crop trials may offer alternative ways of increasing yields by using irrigation water to improve how efficiently plants use sunlight. Photo: Lu Anhuai

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China’s ‘golden week’ starts amid weak consumer spending

A photographer directs visitors dressed in traditional costumes to pose for pictures at Temple of Heaven, also known as Tiantan Park, on National Day, the first day of China's Golden Week holiday, in Beijing, China, October 1, 2026. REUTERS/Florence Lo

Giant pandas from China settle into US zoo

Images released by Zoo Atlanta show female panda Fu Shuang eating bamboo in her new habitat

Crackdown fails to deter mainland adverts selling services in Hong Kong

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