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Amid trade war pause, Trump-Xi direct talks needed soon, ex-US envoy says
Citing ‘horrible’ lack of contact, former American envoy to Russia Michael McFaul says one-to-one dialogue between two leaders ‘especially important’ for stable ties.
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Pakistan’s ambassador in Beijing says China – and Trump – welcome to mediate Kashmir conflict.
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2,300-year-old Chinese silk books return to Beijing after decades in US museum
Ancient Zidanku Silk Manuscripts are older than Dead Sea Scrolls and were illegally taken from China in 1946.
18 May 2025 - 6:10PM
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China-Africa relations
China turns to PPPs as a ‘yellow brick road’ solution to fund projects in Africa
Chinese companies will team up with African governments to fund infrastructure while reducing financial risk and easing debt pressure.
18 May 2025 - 5:00PM
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Trump says China and Walmart should ‘eat the tariffs’, not raise prices
The US president lashed out at the retail giant after it warned that everything from bananas to child car seats could get more expensive.
18 May 2025 - 12:51AM
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US President Donald Trump listens to questions as he speaks to members of the press on Air Force One on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
US-China trade war
China cuts US Treasury stockpile, dropping to No 3 spot among foreign holders
Britain takes China’s place as America’s second-biggest overseas creditor as Beijing pushes to diversify foreign exchange reserves.
17 May 2025 - 9:15PM
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China-Africa relations
Chinese defence firm strikes arms deal with Nigeria, deepening ties with Africa
Chinese company to produce ammunition, upgrade military hardware, service battle tanks and train defence personnel for Nigeria.
16 May 2025 - 9:55PM
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US lawmakers call on college to end role in Duke Kunshan University in China
Congressmen say college partnership creates ‘direct pipeline between US innovation and China’s military-industrial complex’.
16 May 2025 - 8:08PM
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US-China air rivalry, Hongkongers ‘freaking out’ over BN(O) rules: 7 highlights
From to China’s J-10C vs French Rafale to a Hongkongers ‘freaking out’ over BN(O) rules, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
16 May 2025 - 1:58PM
The Indian Air Force’s French-made Rafale fighter jets must coordinate with Russian air defence stations and Israeli airborne early warning and control aircraft. Photo: Reuters
China-EU relations
Europe warned to change fast or become a ‘shock absorber’ of US-China trade war
Continent’s outlook is bleak despite reduced Sino-American tensions as it needs to adapt quickly amid Washington’s efforts, analysts say.
16 May 2025 - 4:43PM
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US-China relations
China’s trade stance pays off but more clashes with US to come, analysts warn
Beijing should not harbour any illusions after early win, with sticking points and structural issues still to deal with.
15 May 2025 - 9:00PM
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US-China relations
US urged to ‘meet China halfway’ as envoy arrives in Beijing amid trade truce
Trump ally David Perdue faces ‘complicated and urgent’ tasks as he assumes post as American ambassador to China, analysts say.
15 May 2025 - 8:54PM
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China travel
China to expand visa-free travel to 5 Latin American countries
The announcement comes amid Beijing’s latest push to gather international support for its opposition to Donald Trump’s tariffs.
15 May 2025 - 8:01PM
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China has been expanding visa-free access as part of a push to attract more foreign tourists. Photo: AP
China-EU relations
‘Red line’: Hungary vows it won’t decouple from China if pushed by Trump
‘Hungary is benefiting from these very intensive Chinese economic and trade relations. We’re not willing to give that up’: Budapest official.
15 May 2025 - 7:01PM
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China-EU relations
EU ‘has no interest’ in reviving stalled investment deal with China
Head of bloc’s trade delegation in Beijing tells forum the two sides should focus on Brussels’ long-standing concerns such as overcapacity.
15 May 2025 - 4:44PM
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US lawmakers mull State Department shake-up as trade partners seek new alliances
Witnesses warn subcommittee hearing that previously ‘impossible’ economic partnerships are moving ahead after tariff confusion.
15 May 2025 - 12:18PM
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A Washington subcommittee is considering structural reform of the US State Department to align with President Donald Trump’s economic and foreign policies. Photo: AFP
South China Sea
Will Philippines’ Marcos change his China stance after election disappointment?
With rival poised to survive impeachment following midterm election, Philippine leader might be forced to recalibrate China policy.
15 May 2025 - 12:55PM
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US-China trade war
Lower tariffs still costly for soybeans and other US sectors, Congress hears
Soybeans, leading US export to China, have yet to recover from President Trump’s first-term trade war, industry chief tells senators.
15 May 2025 - 7:12AM
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In Saudi Arabia, US and China vie for influence and the kingdom wins: analysts
Donald Trump’s recent ‘landmark’ deals with Riyadh valued at US$600 billion described as pledges rather than guarantees of investment.
15 May 2025 - 5:49AM
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China-EU relations
Germany’s new chancellor to pursue ‘strategic de-risking’ from China
With ‘international order changing profoundly’, Friedrich Merz says China’s relations with Russia are an area of ‘great concern’.
15 May 2025 - 4:11AM
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz told the Bundestag on Wednesday that Germany’s ties with China were being “shaped by systemic rivalry and power politics”. Photo: AP
US-China trade war
China hopes for ‘golden decade’ in relations with Latin America and Caribbean
Beijing joins regional bloc Celac in backing free trade and ‘more democratic’ international system amid the tussle for influence with US.
14 May 2025 - 9:20PM
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China-Japan relations
China confirms Japanese citizen has been jailed for spying in Shanghai
The foreign ministry did not reveal details of the case, but Japanese media reports say a man in his 50s has been given a 12-year sentence.
14 May 2025 - 7:06PM
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China-India relations
Indian officials dismiss Trump’s claim he alone brokered ceasefire with Pakistan
Implied that New Delhi briefed all key partners, including its fellow Quad members, as China frets security dialogue fanning tensions.
14 May 2025 - 11:03PM
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Open Questions series
Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump
10 Feb 2025 - 12:57PM
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US-China rivalry doesn’t have to be a zero-sum game: Jessica Chen Weiss
10 Feb 2025 - 6:49AM
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China’s rise, potential recession, no WWIII yet: 11 key interviews from 2024
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Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty
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Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed
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Scholar Jing Qian on right-sizing China’s economy in the age of Trump
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US-China rivalry doesn’t have to be a zero-sum game: Jessica Chen Weiss
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China’s rise, potential recession, no WWIII yet: 11 key interviews from 2024
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