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Taiwanese leader William Lai Ching-te has signalled his openness to more cross-strait dialogue. Photo: AP
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Could mainland Chinese academics’ visit to Taiwan be first hint of a thaw?

Trip may open the way for more unofficial ‘Red-Green’ exchanges, but some observers warn formal talks seem unlikely at the moment.

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Who are the key officials leading China’s unified tech push to counter US?

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Mainland China gives green light for first post-Covid group tours to Taiwan

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Guangzhou noodle shops, Mandarin in focus as China pushes ethnic integration

Latest publication by National Ethnic Affairs Commission hails Guangzhou for creating China’s first big data set to promote integration.

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Guangzhou, a city of 22 million, is using big data to track the activities of its ethnic minority residents in a model likely to be applied across China. Photo: China News Service via Getty Images
Guangzhou, a city of 22 million, is using big data to track the activities of its ethnic minority residents in a model likely to be applied across China. Photo: China News Service via Getty Images
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Unplug ‘Great Firewall’ to help China compete, Shanghai lawmaker says

Legislator Mao Xiangdong calls for lifting of internet restrictions in free-trade zones, financial districts and universities.

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RedNote’s influx of ‘TikTok refugees’ could be a double-edged sword for Beijing

The authorities will be hoping new users of the app will get a favourable impression of China – but may be unnerved by some of their posts.

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China’s Xinjiang hosts foreign university students to debunk Western narratives

Top regional official says he hopes students from US and elsewhere will realise ‘slander’ about alleged forced labour is ‘completely a lie’.

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A delegation of international students visits Xinjiang in far western China on Tuesday as part of the region’s efforts to boost its image abroad, according to local media. Photo: Weibo / Xinjiang Daily
A delegation of international students visits Xinjiang in far western China on Tuesday as part of the region’s efforts to boost its image abroad, according to local media. Photo: Weibo / Xinjiang Daily
China’s Communist Party

China’s state security forces given new powers to oversee key building projects

New rules allowing greater oversight of works on government and military sites follow repeated warnings about spies targeting key facilities.

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Will Beijing answer Taiwanese body’s call to revive cross-strait talks?

Consultations between semi-official organisations in Taiwan and mainland China have been halted since the DPP’s rise to power on the island.

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As China’s think tanks seek wider influence, is more autonomy the answer?

2,000 intellectual groups now advise Beijing, but experts say they are producing fewer ‘constructive comments’ to influence decision makers.

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Taiwan

More Taiwan soldiers exit military early, causing ‘alarming’ staff shortage

Legislators call for action as defence ministry figures show a rising number of volunteer personnel are willing to pay for early discharges.

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Figures released by Taiwan’s defence ministry reveal that more soldiers and officers are seeking early discharges, leading to staffing ratios under acceptable operational standards. Photo: EPA-EFE
Figures released by Taiwan’s defence ministry reveal that more soldiers and officers are seeking early discharges, leading to staffing ratios under acceptable operational standards. Photo: EPA-EFE
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Taiwanese military focuses on PLA cognitive warfare threat in revamped TV show

Juguang Garden’s content gets hi-tech overhaul to cover Beijing’s misinformation campaigns, defence ministry says.

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Beijing ramps up integration push with local Taiwan affairs offices in Fujian

Fujian will also roll out policies to support Taiwanese people who seek education and work in the province, Communist Party official says.

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Can Taiwan avoid political turmoil as lawmakers spar over mass recalls?

As the DPP and KMT tussle over government’s mandate, each side threatens to oust lawmakers, fuelling worries over political stability.

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Government and opposition lawmakers have threated to oust each other amid ongoing tensions, threatening further political instability. Photo: AFP
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Former Chinese state media editor Hu Jian lands new foreign ministry role

Ex-journalist Hu has called for ‘debunking lies’ about China from Western countries.

Hu Jian has been cited as an example of the Chinese foreign ministry’s attempts to draw from beyond the usual diplomatic talent pool. Photo: Handout
Hu Jian has been cited as an example of the Chinese foreign ministry’s attempts to draw from beyond the usual diplomatic talent pool. Photo: Handout
Espionage

China catches foreign spy taking photos of island military site: report

The overseas operative and an assistant intended to gather intelligence on coastal facilities, state broadcaster reports.

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Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign

China’s top anti-corruption agency doubles down on pledge to target bribe payers

Anti-graft authorities map out areas of focus for 2025, including finance and energy sectors and state-owned enterprises.

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Big data nabs Chinese minister’s wife who used shadow firms to launder bribes

Latest state documentary on China’s sweeping anti-corruption crackdown highlights the use of big data tools by top watchdog CCDI.

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President Xi Jinping addresses the plenary session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection in Beijing on Monday. He warned of “catastrophic” risks for China in case of any let-up in the corruption crackdown. Photo: EPA-EFE
President Xi Jinping addresses the plenary session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection in Beijing on Monday. He warned of “catastrophic” risks for China in case of any let-up in the corruption crackdown. Photo: EPA-EFE
Accidents and disasters in China

Tibet earthquake rescuers race against time, cold to find trapped survivors

A day after deadly earthquake strikes southern Tibet, more than 465,000 people have been evacuated to temporary shelters, reports say.

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Taiwan

Taiwan’s ruling DPP ‘backed pro-independence event’, KMT lawmakers allege

Opposition also takes aim at Beijing-sanctioned Kuma Academy’s fundraising drive on health ministry platform, says genuine causes ignored.

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China vows to protect business from arbitrary inspections in bid to help economy

New directive is latest move to address companies’ complaints about government interference and fines targeting private enterprises.

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China has rolled out stimulus measures since September to boost consumption, revive the property market, restore business confidence and address demographic challenges. Photo: Xinhua
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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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China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic

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Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty

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