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Taiwan
Beijing slams Taiwanese leader Lai’s New Year’s speech as ‘lies’ and ‘malice’
William Lai vows to boost Taiwan’s defences in televised address days after PLA holds live-fire military drills around the island.
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China’s Communist Party
We must not give corrupt officials any hiding place, Xi tells cadres
1 Jan 2026 - 12:59PM
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US-China relations
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How new C100 chief plans to foster ties between Chinese-Americans and China
1 Jan 2026 - 10:04AM
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China’s Communist Party
In New Year’s speech, Xi urges growth, vows ‘unstoppable’ Taiwan reunification
President Xi Jinping also praises Chinese innovation, noting advancements in AI, chip development, aerospace and military technology.
1 Jan 2026 - 1:41PM
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President Xi Jinping delivers his annual televised New Year’s speech on Wednesday. Photo: Xinhua
Shanghai New Year's Eve stampede
Multiple Chinese cities curb New Year’s Eve countdowns over safety
Authorities have issued pre-emptive notices and detained those who spread rumours of non-existent fireworks displays and mass celebrations.
31 Dec 2025 - 6:11PM
US-China relations
‘No fixed identity’: new Chinese-American writers are telling their own stories
They’re not shaped by history like the previous generation, and observer says US-China tensions can give them ‘more space’ to explore issues.
31 Dec 2025 - 8:23AM
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Religion in China
‘CEO monk’ scandal: China creates new oversight body for Buddhist clergy
Beijing’s fourth-ranking official Wang Huning urges association to exercise ‘comprehensive and rigorous governance over the religion’.
30 Dec 2025 - 8:00PM
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Shi Zhengci, the abbot of Wuzu Temple in Huangmei county, Hubei province, is the Buddhist Association of China’s new chairman of the board of supervisors. Photo: Handout
Xinjiang
China unveils new ethnic unity laws with ‘national security perspective’
The new proposals aim to protect national symbols and threaten action against those obstructing the use of the standard Chinese language.
30 Dec 2025 - 4:00PM
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China-Japan relations
Why Chinese victims of Japan’s WWII bio-warfare are still waiting for justice
Dark chapter’s telling complicated by Tokyo’s official denials, Washington’s immunity deals and Beijing’s shifting diplomatic priorities.
28 Dec 2025 - 12:00PM
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Taiwan
What next for Taiwan’s Lai as US$37 billion defence boost blocked by KMT, allies?
Procedural blockade for eight-year military spending package has also stalled 2026 general budget review, piling up pressure on ruling DPP.
28 Dec 2025 - 10:00AM
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Artificial intelligence
China warns of foreign forces using AI deepfakes to stir panic and steal data
Top intelligence agency raises alarm over fake videos, audio and images aimed at undermining social stability and national security.
27 Dec 2025 - 2:34PM
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Deepfake technology uses AI’s deep learning algorithms to simulate and forge images, audio and video. Photo: Shutterstock
US-China relations
Deal breaker? Record Taiwan arms deal complicates Trump’s 2026 Beijing visit
The US defends new arms sales and urges ‘meaningful’ dialogue, but analysts warn the deepening rift risks hollowing out the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit next year.
27 Dec 2025 - 7:52AM
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Taiwan
Taiwan’s lawmakers vote to start impeachment process against William Lai
Opposition-controlled legislature will hold a series of hearings before a formal vote in May.
26 Dec 2025 - 8:31PM
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Xinjiang
China’s mega expressway tunnel opens in Xinjiang, halves north-south travel time
The project is the biggest of its kind in the world and is expected to help forge stronger regional and international links.
26 Dec 2025 - 7:00PM
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Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign
China vows to keep up the fight after record ‘tigers’ caught in corruption net
Politburo agrees to push forward campaign and calls for graft-busters to provide ‘guarantee’ for nation’s economic and social development.
26 Dec 2025 - 12:00PM
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A record 63 high-ranking officials were placed under investigation on suspicion of corruption this year. Photo: Robert Ng
China’s Communist Party
4 Chinese defence firm chiefs among 8 sacked from top advisory body CPPCC
National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference endorsed removals at meeting on Wednesday, Xinhua reports.
25 Dec 2025 - 4:18PM
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Taiwan
Taipei mayor cuts Shanghai visit short to oversee security after mass stabbing
Chiang Wan-an has trimmed his visit to joint forum, one of only a few events attended by officials from Taiwan and mainland China.
24 Dec 2025 - 8:40PM
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US-China relations
Beijing is pinning hopes for Taiwan reunification on KMT – but not all of them
The party’s new chairwoman Cheng Li-wun has adopted a mainland-friendly tone but it remains to be seen if she can live up to Beijing’s hopes.
24 Dec 2025 - 9:53PM
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Corruption in China
China probes museum art theft claims that ‘make the Louvre thieves look dumb’
Case triggers questions over handling of cultural treasures as former Nanjing Museum director is accused of masterminding large-scale scam.
23 Dec 2025 - 9:23PM
Taiwan
Taiwan ramps up security measures for coming holidays after mass stabbing
Tighter police deployments at transport hubs and major events ordered after deadly violence in central Taipei stokes public anxiety.
23 Dec 2025 - 8:03PM
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China’s Communist Party
Fall of Ming dynasty has ignited controversy online – and China has weighed in
Oversimplified discourse on Ming, Qing dynasties risks slide into ‘narrow, Han-centric nationalism’, Zhejiang authorities warn.
23 Dec 2025 - 3:59PM
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US-China relations
Mistrial in case of ex-top aide to New York governor charged as China agent
Linda Sun, ex-deputy chief of staff to Kathy Hochul, walked free after jury was deadlocked on all 19 counts and could not reach a verdict.
31 Dec 2025 - 7:02AM
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Linda Sun arrives at US District Court in New York earlier this month. A mistrial was declared on Monday in the case of the former senior New York official charged with acting as a Chinese agent. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
US-China relations
‘Urgent’: has mainland China changed tone for Taiwan peaceful reunification?
Analysts examine Taiwan-related policy announcements, a new commemoration day and military posturing for clues to Beijing’s intent.
23 Dec 2025 - 3:43PM
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China-Japan relations
China’s PLA Daily accuses Japan of showing ‘no respect for history’
Japanese right-wing forces are whitewashing past atrocities as the world celebrates win over fascism, commentary in military paper says.
22 Dec 2025 - 10:06PM
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US-China relations
China showcases joint effort with US in drugs-related money laundering case
Case spanning both nations saw two men sentenced to jail following US tip-off, People’s Daily reports.
22 Dec 2025 - 7:40PM
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