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China builds world-first crab-walking electric ICBM mobile launcher prototype
In less than two years, scientists have developed a technology that ‘fundamentally overturns’ conventional heavy-vehicle design.
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Taiwan’s leader seeks T-Dome ‘connectivity’ to fend off Beijing attack
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China Economy
China has logged a US$1 trillion trade surplus. Where is all that money going?
Trade surplus growth has not been matched in foreign exchange reserves – a gap analysts said can be explained by private sector outflows.
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China’s status as the world’s manufacturing leader has helped it record a record trade surplus in 2025. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
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China protests to Panama over destruction of memorial to Chinese labourers
The monument was removed on the weekend without notice or consultation, Beijing’s envoy says.
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Cambodia and Thailand agree to resume exchanges after meeting with China
Ceasefire deal was ‘hard won and must not be allowed to stall’, top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi says.
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Diplomacy
China hits out at ‘support for separatists’ after Israel recognises Somaliland
Eritrea asks Beijing to raise issue at the UN, saying it should ‘shoulder its moral responsibilities’ while drawing parallels with Taiwan.
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Israel was the first country to recognise Somaliland as an independent state. Photo: AFP
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China hints ‘illegal’ Philippine fishing is harming disputed Scarborough Shoal
Beijing designated the feature in the South China Sea as a nature reserve earlier this year, prompting criticism from Manila.
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Tariffs, truces and Trump: key developments in US-China trade war in 2025
From Trump’s stiff tariffs and China’s response to high-level trade talks, here’s a selection of SCMP stories covering the major milestones.
29 Dec 2025 - 3:00PM
Science
China to power up world’s largest ‘super-cold air battery’ in the Gobi Desert
Facility runs for 10 hours straight and will produce 180 million kilowatt-hours of electricity a year, powering 30,000 homes.
29 Dec 2025 - 2:44PM
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Military
PLA deploys fighters in live-fire drill around Taiwan in wake of US arms deal
Military says it is conducting exercise across five areas near the self-governed island.
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The large-scale drills are being conducted by the PLA’s Eastern Theatre Command. Photo: CCTV
Diplomacy
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Political scientist Ivan Krastev on European vertigo in a post-American world
While melancholy Europe frets that the US and China will shape the future, middle powers are jostling for a place at the big table.
29 Dec 2025 - 9:04AM
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Military
A look at China’s ‘Flying Shark’ J-15 jet that made waves near Japan
Fighter in service for more than a decade often patrols potential conflict hotspots including the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait.
28 Dec 2025 - 11:00PM
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Diplomacy
Why Saudi Arabia might not fulfil its US spending pledge, and the China factor
Analysts say Riyadh’s investment target of nearly US$1 trillion may not be feasible – and it’s more about optics than a binding commitment.
28 Dec 2025 - 6:19PM
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Military
China’s anti-corruption campaign claims 3 more top military officers
Two generals and an admiral have been expelled from the national legislature after noticeable absences in recent months.
28 Dec 2025 - 4:59PM
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Wang Renhua was elevated to the highest rank for officers in active service in March, 2024. Photo: CCTV
Diplomacy
How Algeria could help China plug iron ore gaps and gain pricing power
The Gara Djebilet deposit in the Sahara Desert was discovered decades ago but is only now coming into production.
28 Dec 2025 - 4:00PM
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Diplomacy
China says it’s ready to help Asean monitor Thailand-Cambodia truce
Top diplomat Wang Yi hosts two days of talks with Cambodian and Thai counterparts to consolidate a border ceasefire.
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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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Taiwanese leader William Lai’s proposed extra defence spending has been described by his administration as “critical to deterring intensifying military pressure” from mainland China. Photo: EPA
Military
Beijing condemns Washington’s landmark US$11 billion arms sale to Taiwan
US State Department approves massive deal that includes billions in Himars and howitzer equipment, drones and software.
18 Dec 2025 - 10:07PM
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Politics
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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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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