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We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing.
1. China completes milestone test of US$10.8 billion canal link to Southeast Asia
Chinese authorities have conducted the first full transit test along a 134.2km (83.4-mile) canal megaproject linking a vast inland region with Southeast Asia, moving it to the final stages of preparation for a planned September launch that will smooth trade with a key bloc of trading partners.
2. China’s latest rocket failure prompts questions about ambitious launch schedule

The rare failure of China’s Long March-7A rocket on Monday – which resulted in the loss of a communications satellite – has prompted questions over whether it was an isolated operational setback or a systemic problem.
3. Zhu Rongji, China’s chief engineer of economic reform, dies aged 97

Former Chinese premier Zhu Rongji, who helped engineer one of the greatest economic reforms in human history, died of an illness on Wednesday in Beijing. He was 97.
4. Beijing hits super-rich with 20% offshore tax. What does it mean for Hong Kong?
For decades, Hong Kong has prospered by managing the wealth of Asia’s elite. Will that change as China introduces tougher offshore tax policies?
5. Man with knife arrested after allegedly injuring 2 at Hong Kong housing estate

A man wielding a knife has been arrested in Hong Kong after allegedly injuring two people at a housing estate in Pok Fu Lam on Monday.
6. China says US tried to buy its super magnet that has ‘40% higher’ performance
A US laboratory that once dominated the field of superconducting magnets is now hoping to buy Chinese technology used in a leading particle accelerator, official Chinese media reported on Tuesday.
7. South Korean star Ha Young sorry for row over ancestor’s pro-Japanese ties

A South Korean actress has apologised for the controversy surrounding her great-grandfather’s pro-Japanese ties during Japan’s 1910-45 colonial rule, a day after calling the accusations “groundless”.


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A Chinese maritime patrol vessel completes the first full navigation test of the Pinglu Canal. Photo: Handout


Soon after Monday’s launch, both the rocket and satellite were lost over the South China Sea. Photo: Social media screenshot

Zhu Rongji (right) meets Charlene Barshefsky (left), US trade representative at the time, in Beijing in March 1999. Photo: AFP

An online clip of the incident shows the attacker, armed with a knife, approaching security guards. Photo: Handout

South Korean actors Jung Hae-in (left) and Ha Young in a still from Netflix’s “Our Sticky Love”. Photo: Netflix

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Protesters destroy Chinese goods in Kolkata, India, on June 18, 2020, soon after the countries’ militaries clashed on their border. Photo: AFP

Children play in a fountain at Playfield 5 in Kai Tak during hot weather. Photo: Edmond So

A Shanghai resident battles the winds and rain in the city. Photo: Xinhua

Taiwan’s Criminal Investigation Bureau Commissioner Chiu Shao-chou says police have investigated 141 CUPP officials and members in 98 cases since 2010. Photo: AFP

Footage released by Chinese state media on July 29 shows a YJ-20 missile launching from a Type 052D destroyer at an undisclosed location. Photo: CCTV

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Live dogs for sale behind Rajin market in North Korea. Photo: SCMP

A US and Chinese flag wave outside a commercial building in Beijing. Photo: TNS


Haidilao launched its Fresh Burger store in Wuhan last month. Photo: Handout

Alexandra Eala celebrates after beating Jessica Pegula in the final of the Washington Open. Photo: AFP

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From a knife attack at a Hong Kong housing estate to a South Korean star’s apology, here are the top stories from SCMP’s recent reporting


From a knife attack at a Hong Kong housing estate to a South Korean star’s apology, here are the top stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.


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China tests canal link to Southeast Asia; rocket failure concerns: SCMP’s 7 highlights

.css-1c6uqr6{color:inherit;font-weight:inherit;font-size:inherit;font-family:inherit;line-height:inherit;overflow-wrap:break-word;}From a knife attack at a Hong Kong housing estate to a South Korean star’s apology, here are the top stories from SCMP’s recent reporting

1. China completes milestone test of US$10.8 billion canal link to Southeast Asia

From a knife attack at a Hong Kong housing estate to a South Korean star’s apology, here are the top stories from SCMP’s recent reporting