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Military
China-Pakistan jet deal with Libyan group ‘may help expand Beijing’s influence’
The agreement will supply the Libyan National Army with 16 fourth-generation JF-17 fighters.
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Chinese nuclear experts believe Japan could build nukes in less than 3 years
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China puts drone rules into law as low-altitude economy takes off
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Science
China hits milestone in building Beishan laboratory for managing nuclear waste
Team finishes construction of steep spiral ramp leading to underground facility where nuclear waste will be secured for thousands of years.
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The spiral ramp of the Beishan Underground Research Laboratory features tight turns and a steep descent. Photo: People’s Daily
Science
A year after near total blackout, China builds world’s largest smart transformer
Chinese engineers’ powerful breakthrough could solve risks of renewable energy shock after low wind swing almost shut down the national grid.
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How Trump ‘stunned’ China; ‘Western hegemony is over’: 12 interviews from 2025
From acclaimed academics and writers to influential economists and policymakers, here are some of our best Open Questions interviews of the year.
27 Dec 2025 - 3:00PM
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Diplomacy
South Korean president set to visit China next month, with North Korea on agenda
Exchange of visits by two countries’ leaders within months underscores their commitment to deepening ties, analysts say.
27 Dec 2025 - 12:00PM
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South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is expected to engage Beijing on security issues, including North Korea’s nuclear ambitions. Photo: Reuters
Politics
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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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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Diplomacy
Trump’s Venezuela gambit: power play with eye on China or weakness?
Hesitation does not equal lack of courage, observers caution, citing legal and domestic constraints and a likely pivot to ‘risk avoidance’.
26 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM
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Military
Is China quietly preparing cargo ships to transform into military vessels?
Containers bear the words ‘plan for the maritime revival of the Chinese nation and the community of shared future for mankind in the ocean’.
26 Dec 2025 - 9:06PM
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Images of a cargo ship in Shanghai carrying containerised vertical launchers, sensors and self defence systems have gone viral online. Photo: Wexin
Science
Deceiving US experts; proving Einstein wrong: 2025 China science breakthroughs
From the detonation of a hydrogen-based explosive to ending a century-old debate, here are some of the major science developments of the year.
26 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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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Politics
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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Diplomacy
China opens shopping centre on Woody Island in disputed Paracels
6,000 square metre complex is latest Chinese civilian facility on South China Sea island after first hardware store and hotpot restaurant.
26 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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A packed fast-food restaurant at the Sansha City Commercial Centre as it opens for business on Thursday. Photo: QQ.com
Diplomacy
Beijing sanctions 20 US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales package
10 industry executives also face punitive measures following Washington’s unveiling of a record US$11 billion weapons package.
26 Dec 2025 - 8:37PM
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Policy
China bolsters e-cigarette regulations to smoke out non-compliance
The draft policy would cut down on excess capacity within e-cigarette sector and tighten enforcement of standards in production and export.
26 Dec 2025 - 5:00PM
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Diplomacy
How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power
With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.
26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PM
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Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo
Global Economy
What economic cards will China play with Japan? Analysts see dilemma in the row
Beijing seen balancing need to retaliate against Tokyo with risk of alienating foreign investors; experts expect cautious strategy.
26 Nov 2025 - 12:09AM
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Diplomacy
Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties
US president’s conversations with Chinese and Japanese leaders suggest Washington is engaged in a delicate balancing act, analysts say.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:57PM
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Why China took Japan criticism to UN twice but did not raise it at G20
Analysts say Beijing views the UN as a platform to ‘anchor’ its position on Taiwan, particularly because it offers a wider reach.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:29PM
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OPINION
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To harness crypto ingenuity, financial threat must first be neutralised
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Why Wall Street remains bullish on China amid economic slowdown
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US and China must get serious about AI risk
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Forget the US dollar. Watch water and energy resources instead
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Why China has moved to curb steel exports
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China’s first AI generated animated film hits the big screen
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Even China’s small factories are turning to robot workers
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