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China needs ‘original’ knowledge system on border history to counter West, scholar says
Fan Enshi from Chinese Academy of Social Sciences also warns about the threat of ‘de-Sinicisation’ in US-led historical perspectives.
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China, Russia clash with US at UN over Venezuela oil seizures and naval pressure
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Will US-led ‘Pax Silica’ be a new dawn for the international AI supply chain?
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Can Beijing count on KMT to advance its Taiwan reunification plans?
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.
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US labels Chinese chips an economic threat, but delays tariff impact until 2027
Timeline reflects effort to preserve trade truce with Beijing rather than build leverage through faster import duty escalation, analysts say.
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China’s reusable rocket recovery fails, US blacklists DJI: SCMP daily highlights
From China’s booster rocket woes to Beijing condemning US seizure of oil tankers, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
23 Dec 2025 - 9:15PM
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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
Nanjing Musuem played a key role in preserving national treasures during World War II. Photo: CFOTO/Future Publishing via Getty Images
Politics
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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Military
‘Saturation attacks’: drone swarms key for wartime victory, PLA Daily says
Concentrated UAV swarms seen to allow ‘optimal combat effectiveness with minimal battlefield expenditure’.
23 Dec 2025 - 9:03PM
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Diplomacy
China CP comic fan event stripped of Japanese content, dozens of booths affected
Organisers of the weekend convention in Hangzhou did not name Japan directly in its pivot to a ‘Chinese style’ theme.
23 Dec 2025 - 4:25PM
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Politics
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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The “1644 perspective” that frames the Ming dynasty as a golden age of prosperity and advancement has been widely shared on China’s social media. Photo: Handout
Diplomacy
China drafts Antarctica activities and environment law to protect interests
Legislation proposes expanding administrative permission system beyond scientific expeditions to include tourism, shipping and fishing.
23 Dec 2025 - 1:06PM
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Global Economy
Russian LNG shipments to China surge 143% in November, overtaking Australia
Russian LNG accounted for 23.5 per cent of China’s total shipments, cementing Russia as its top energy partner after President Xi pledged deeper ties.
23 Dec 2025 - 11:00AM
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Science
Second reusable rocket recovery failure in a month puts China 10 years behind US
Chinese state-owned and commercial developers are racing to catch up on a decade of the technology’s deployment.
23 Dec 2025 - 7:15PM
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Banking & Finance
Global firms turn to M&A in EVs and biotech to deepen China investment: KPMG
Survey of multinational corporations finds optimism in life sciences, healthcare and manufacturing, with half forecasting revenue growth.
23 Dec 2025 - 9:30AM
Healthcare and life sciences are the top growth prospects over the next three to five years, according to multinational corporations. Photo: Xinhua
Military
F-16V fighter jet tested as Taiwan presses US and Lockheed Martin for delivery
Taiwan’s air force says it is pushing US side on production speed and quality control amid mounting scrutiny from lawmakers over delays.
23 Dec 2025 - 9:00AM
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Chinese team smashes robot rival as sparks fly at Abu Dhabi showdown
Deep-Sea Shark 3, built by China’s Fierce Roc team, kicks some bot at the Battle of the Robots at Abu Dhabi’s Games of the Future.
23 Dec 2025 - 7:00AM
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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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Diplomacy
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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