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Extreme ultraviolet (EUV) machines are critical for producing the advanced chips that drive hi-tech industries. Illustration: Getty

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China’s EUV breakthrough, Japan shuts down quake rumours: 7 highlights

From Walmart to resume shipments from China to Japan shutting down earthquake rumours, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

How are Shanghai’s global financial centre aspirations shaping up?

China says it is looking at American proposals to scale down tariff war

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China Economy

‘They’re afraid’: Chinese firms in Vietnam face closure if US tariffs return

Many factories have already cancelled orders and scrapped expansion plans despite the US pausing its ‘reciprocal’ duties for 90 days.

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illustration by Lau Ka-kuen
illustration by Lau Ka-kuen

China

Small US businesses seek relief from Trump tariffs, calling them crippling

Business owners say they cannot wait while trade negotiations unfold: ‘we don’t have the bandwidth to plan out six months ahead’.

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United States & Canada

New CIA videos seek to lure Chinese officials to leak secrets to US

The US spy agency is confident the clips are penetrating the ‘Great Firewall’ and reaching their intended audience.

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China

US must cut China tech reliance, says Trump’s pick for No 2 at Commerce

Nominee asked how he would keep America first as Washington lawmakers fret over Beijing’s lead in EVs, telecoms and advanced manufacturing.

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A screenshot of Paul Dabbar, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy secretary of commerce, testifying at his confirmation hearing in Washington on Thursday.
A screenshot of Paul Dabbar, US President Donald Trump’s nominee to serve as deputy secretary of commerce, testifying at his confirmation hearing in Washington on Thursday.

China

‘Signalgate’ China hawk ousted as US national security adviser

Mike Waltz leaving job to become new US ambassador to the United Nations as top diplomat Marco Rubio takes over NSC role in interim.

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US

US immigration chills, China’s travel warning: 7 US-China relations reads

From multilateralism at Brics to China’s UN envoy slamming the US, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in April 2025.

Science

China’s young talent scheme lures smart materials scientist Li Yongxi from US

Nanjing University website says Li has taken a position as an associate professor at its Suzhou campus.

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Award-winning young materials scientist Li Yongxi has left the US in favour of a research position in China. Photo: Nanjing University

China

China watches divided White House, gold demand up: SCMP daily highlights

From a shock to China’s finance sector to the C919 jet missing out on a coveted certification, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

Gold prices have shot up and are expected to remain high as US President Donald Trump’s trade policies shake international markets. Photo: Shutterstock
Gold prices have shot up and are expected to remain high as US President Donald Trump’s trade policies shake international markets. Photo: Shutterstock

Military

China’s PLA marches for first time at Vietnam’s fall of Saigon parade

Debut by honour guard in Ho Chi Minh City on Wednesday a symbolic show of ‘brotherhood’, state media says, as thousands watch victory celebration.

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Science

Former Harvard professor convicted over China ties joins Tsinghua University

Chemist and nanoscientist Charles Lieber says he aims to ‘realise more scientific dreams in the vibrant and innovative city of Shenzhen’.

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Politics

China’s ex-trade negotiator takes lesser role as Trump tariff war heats up

Wang Shouwen, formerly No 2 at Ministry of Commerce, moves to less prestigious position, indicating he may be winding down his career.

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It remains unclear why Wang Shouwen, who is six years away from the retirement age for officials of his rank, has been transferred from his high-stakes position at the Ministry of Commerce. Photo: Kyodo

Diplomacy

China hawk David Perdue confirmed as US envoy to Beijing

Former US senator and veteran business executive with Asia experience has been labelled ‘anti-China’ by Beijing think tank.

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Former US Senator David Perdue, who has been a vocal China critic, won bipartisan support during his confirmation for US ambassador to China. Photo: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution/TNS
Former US Senator David Perdue, who has been a vocal China critic, won bipartisan support during his confirmation for US ambassador to China. Photo: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution/TNS

Diplomacy

Exclusive | China waits to see which Trump adviser will come out on top on tariffs: sources

Beijing is holding off on trade talks to determine which way the wind blows in the divided White House, sources say.

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Politics

Probe into star player at China’s securities body shocks finance sector

Architect of ChiNext hi-tech stock exchange’s 2020 boom under investigation for alleged ‘serious violations of discipline and laws’.

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Diplomacy

‘Two sessions’ 2025: China portrays itself as global order stalwart amid tumult

As US imposes further tariffs and suspends Ukraine aid, NPC spokesman says China aims for ‘inclusive and equitable economic globalisation’.

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Responding to new tariffs imposed by the US, NPC spokesman Lou Qinjian said China would “never accept pressure and threats”. Photo: Xinhua
Responding to new tariffs imposed by the US, NPC spokesman Lou Qinjian said China would “never accept pressure and threats”. Photo: Xinhua

China

Everything at stake at China’s ‘two sessions’, as Trump 2.0 shapes the world

As China’s political elite gather for the country’s annual legislative sessions in March, we examine the broader forces likely to influence policies for the coming year – and how decision-makers will respond to the unpredictable second term of US President Donald Trump.

Politics

8 takeaways from Premier Li Qiang’s work report at China’s ‘two sessions’

Li sets out goals for economic growth, jobs, the private sector, tech and Hong Kong at opening ceremony of China’s top legislature.

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Politics

China pledges to spend more an hour before Donald Trump promises to cut back

In Beijing, Premier Li Qiang pledges more spending to drive economic growth, while in Washington the president announces dramatic cutbacks.

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Premier Li Qiang delivered his work report at the opening of the National People’s Congress in Beijing on Wednesday. A central theme was the need for government and the private sector to work together to spur growth. Photo: AP
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LATEST China Science NEWS

China’s EUV breakthrough, Japan shuts down quake rumours: 7 highlights

Extreme ultraviolet (EUV) machines are critical for producing the advanced chips that drive hi-tech industries. Illustration: Getty

China’s young talent scheme lures smart materials scientist Li Yongxi from US

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Award-winning young materials scientist Li Yongxi has left the US in favour of a research position in China. Photo: Nanjing University

Former Harvard professor convicted over China ties joins Tsinghua University

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Charles Lieber was found guilty in 2021 of hiding his ties to a Chinese talent programme. Photo: AP

Chinese AI scientists may threaten US tech dominance, think tank says

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An American think tank paper says analysis of DeepSeek developers’ credentials shows “China’s growing capacity to develop world-class AI talent domestically without relying on Western expertise”. Photo: Reuters

China’s daytime laser ranging breakthrough takes moon race to new heights

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China’s Tiandu-1 satellite has taken part in a laser ranging experiment in Earth-moon space under strong daylight conditions, which the satellite’s developer said is a first. Image: CCTV
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Opinion | Chinese and American analysts find common ground amid Trump’s chaos

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Exclusive | Walmart tells some Chinese suppliers to resume shipments amid trade war: sources

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China’s C919 stuck on tarmac in Europe as certification timeline extended

China’s home-grown C919 jet is facing a longer timeline for European certification than previously anticipated. Photo: Nora Tam

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China’s Shandong carrier sends ‘assertive’ message during US-Philippine drills

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Senior AI scientist Alex Lamb once shrugged off China. Now he’s joining Tsinghua

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China’s EUV breakthrough, tariffs damage already done: SCMP daily highlights

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Military
Miao Hua (centre), is the second member of China’s powerful Central Military Commission to be removed from his position since the current leadership took office in 2022. Photo: AFP
Corruption in China

Senior PLA ideology official Miao Hua removed from China’s top legislature

High-ranking Chinese general is expelled from National People’s Congress following corruption investigation.

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China’s Shandong carrier sends ‘assertive’ message during US-Philippine drills

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China’s military expands use of low-cost AI-powered drones in ‘phased leap’

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Absence of Chinese general He Weidong from Politburo event raises questions

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He Weidong has been missing from a series of key events at which top CMC leaders would generally be present, according to state media information and video. Photo: AFP

Why China will be wary as US, Japan, Philippines forge closer security ties

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Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba will visit the Philippines this week as security cooperation between the two US allies deepens. Photo: Reuters

Military spending on the rise in East Asia as China upgrades its armed forces

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A SIPRI report says China’s military build-up is prompting many of its neighbours to increase spending. Photo: AP

China’s critical minerals dominance threatens US military supply chain: report

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A tungsten mining factory in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in southern China. Tungsten is one of the minerals where China has a dominant role in the global supply chain. Photo: Reuters
Diplomacy
US President Donald Trump attends a rally in Michigan on April 29 to mark his 100th day in office. Trump says Washington is pursuing a “fair” deal with China on trade. Photo: Reuters
US-China trade war

Trump believes ‘good chance’ of China trade deal as envoy says no talks under way

President continues to promote tariff policy as US Commerce Department releases data indicating GDP contracted for first time in 3 years.

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How Trump deal, Pakistan could derail India’s warming China ties

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Beijing sees Philippine interaction with Taiwan as a ‘dangerous step’: analyst

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Japan lawmakers warn US tariffs threaten security as China looms

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China lifts sanctions on EU lawmakers amid transatlantic strains

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China’s top cybersecurity regulator has launched a campaign to regulate artificial intelligence services and crack down on AI-generated rumours. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

Relying on AI carries risks, security expert warns amid China’s DeepSeek craze

Political adviser cautions against dependence on AI for decision-making, calls for security mechanism to monitor and intercept threats.

Stay alert to external forces, Xi Jinping says as China embarks on 5-year planning

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Expat talent in the picture as Xi Jinping visits Shanghai AI hub

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China launches ‘Blue Whale’ – world’s first high-speed uncrewed submersible

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The “Blue Whale,” a cutting-edge high-speed uncrewed submersible, is launched in Zhuhai on Monday. Photo: Xinhua

Amazon scraps plan to list tariff costs after Trump official calls it ‘hostile’

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt holding a photograph of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos during a briefing with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at the White House on Tuesday. Photo: EPA-EFE

22 dead, 3 injured in restaurant fire in northeast China

A fire that broke out at a restaurant in Liaoyang city on Tuesday afternoon has left 22 people dead, state broadcaster CCTV said. Photo: Weibo

China’s Xi dials up tech push, Global South solidarity as US tariff war deepens

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President Xi Jinping visits an industrial estate for AI start-ups as part of his inspection trip to Shanghai on Tuesday. Photo: Xinhua
Science
Lee Young-hee has established a quantum materials research centre at Hubei University of Technology in Wuhan. Photo: Handout
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Chinese university recruits South Korean semiconductor expert Lee Young-hee

Lee has taken a job as the head of a quantum materials research centre in Hubei province.

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US is urged to mine seabeds for critical minerals in counter to China

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China’s EUV breakthrough, tariffs damage already done: SCMP daily highlights

Senior AI scientist Alex Lamb once shrugged off China. Now he’s joining Tsinghua

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Elon Musk said the latest version of xAI’s Grok model can answer technical questions about rocket engines and electrochemistry. Photo: Reuters
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk teases Grok 3.5 hours after Alibaba’s Qwen3 generates buzz

Musk said the latest version of xAI’s Grok model can answer technical questions about rocket engines and electrochemistry.

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Why car park operator Shoucheng is doubling down on China robotics investment

Shanghai start-up United InnoMed plans studies to develop heart-failure treatment device

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Ant Group showcases its top AI researchers in bid to woo talent in tight market

The Ant Group logo is seen on its building in Hangzhou. Photo: Shutterstock Images

DeepSeek’s new maths-solving model is generating buzz, but mostly about R2

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A quiet update to a specialised maths AI model has fuelled speculation about when DeepSeek will release its next-generation reasoning model. Photo: TNS

The SMC: what to see at the Shanghai AI incubator visited by Xi Jinping

An AI sign at the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Centre. Photo: Wency Chen

China’s C919 stuck on tarmac in Europe as certification timeline extended

China’s home-grown C919 jet is facing a longer timeline for European certification than previously anticipated. Photo: Nora Tam