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As the US turns 250, young Asian-Americans weigh identity and China

Many feel more at ease with their heritage but see the future of US-China ties, not anniversary festivities, as more relevant to their lives.

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Chinese tech cuts desalination cost; light plane crash dilemma: 7 highlights

Which Trump will show up at Nato summit? Odds are it will be the fuming one

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Diplomacy

US lawmakers push for fewer tax breaks to reduce reliance on China technology

Congressman Nathaniel Moran also warns US business leaders of corporate America’s growing ‘toxic relationship’ with ‘adversary’ Beijing.

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US lawmakers plan to deny certain tax incentives through the country's tax code to discourage businesses from relying on technology from China. Photo: Shutterstock
US lawmakers plan to deny certain tax incentives through the country's tax code to discourage businesses from relying on technology from China. Photo: Shutterstock

China Economy

Potential US ban on Chinese inverters would harm local power industry: firms

America’s need for inverters is growing amid boom in renewable energy demand driven by AI race – and China is the dominant global supplier.

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Global Economy

China accused of trying to ‘infiltrate’ US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement

The Alliance for American Manufacturing says China is trying to circumvent the USMCA through its automotive investments in Mexico.

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China Business

China AI drug-design deals swell as US scrutiny mounts

Global pharmaceutical firms are tapping into Chinese artificial intelligence assets before patents expire on blockbuster drugs, advancing AI-driven biotech.

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Industry insiders say AI-powered drug-design tools have the potential to shorten development timelines from years to as few as 18 months. Photo: Shutterstock
Industry insiders say AI-powered drug-design tools have the potential to shorten development timelines from years to as few as 18 months. Photo: Shutterstock

Diplomacy

Open Questions | Sun is setting on US dominance of the world, Wu Xinbo says

Fudan University expert says while China’s influence grows, US under Trump has lost credibility and its ability to drive international action has stagnated.

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China Economy

China’s World Bank journey hits lending limit: why it is being phased out

Ministry of Finance eyes move towards knowledge sharing as wealth gains and US pressure curb lending for a nation that is now the world’s top bilateral creditor.

Diplomacy

Alibaba to pay US$600 million to settle US probe into illegal product sales

Amount resolves dispute with US government over allegations firm sold and imported illegal pharmaceuticals and controlled substances into US.

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Alibaba has agreed to pay US$600 million to settle a dispute with the US government. Photo: Kyodo

Diplomacy

US backs away from USMCA trade deal, upset over Canada’s China ties

Beijing not named in official notice, but US trade chief blames Canada’s courtship of Chinese investment as major obstacle to new agreement.

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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks during a news conference in Detroit in January. He confirmed on Wednesday that the US would not renew its North American trade pact with Canada and Mexico. Photo: TNS
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks during a news conference in Detroit in January. He confirmed on Wednesday that the US would not renew its North American trade pact with Canada and Mexico. Photo: TNS

US

China’s pressure campaign tests Trump’s commitment to Japan

Tokyo expected stronger US support after Beijing retaliated over Taiwan comments, but analysts say Washington has held back.

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Diplomacy

Wang Yi warns Rubio to approach Taiwan affairs with ‘utmost caution’

Beijing’s top diplomat tells US Secretary of State to expand cooperation, manage risks in Taiwan-related issues during call on Tuesday.

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China

China’s Fifa fever, EU’s trade deadline: 7 global relations reads

From the Quad’s critical mineral agenda to Shein’s Paris ousting, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in June 2026.

Lionel Messi celebrates scoring Argentina’s third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match against Jordan. Photo: Getty Images via AFP

Diplomacy

Alibaba sues Pentagon, rare earth truce woes: 7 US-China relations reads

From China grappling with Trump to the world’s fastest computer: highlights from our overseas correspondents in the second half of June 2026.

Alibaba has hit back at the Pentagon after its products were placed on a US military blacklist. Photo: Shutterstock
Alibaba has hit back at the Pentagon after its products were placed on a US military blacklist. Photo: Shutterstock

China

Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, June 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met more than 20 world leaders this year, reflecting Beijing’s increasing global influence.

United States & Canada

Trump reports earning over US$1.4 billion from crypto ventures

Token sales and meme coin royalties are the new driver of the US president’s personal wealth. He says ‘everybody’s profiting’.

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US Elections

For lame duck Biden, an anticlimactic exit from the world stage

Outgoing US president, who will give way to Donald Trump in two months, has little to no clout at upcoming global summits.

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US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP
US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP

Politics

Exclusive | In China, fear of regime change has shaped US policy. Here’s why

For Beijing, regime security is everything and concerns about ‘hostile Western forces’ will continue, no matter who ends up in the White House.

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World

Rise of Asian-American voters in US elections — a visual explainer

Asian-Americans have emerged as a significant voter demographic in the United States. Recent polling sheds light on which candidate they may prefer in 2024.

China

‘Feeling attacked’ by Texas law threat, Chinese-Americans turn to activism

Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.

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OPINION
Anthony Rowley

Macroscope | How ‘post-industrial’ buyer’s remorse set in for the West and Japan

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Andrew Sheng

Opinion | What the US should learn from China’s 19th century decline

Andrew Sheng
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Eric Stryson

Opinion | As the US marks its 250th birthday, it operates an empire in all but name

Eric Stryson
Marco Vicenzino

Opinion | In the AI era, US-China competition hinges on who can adapt faster

Marco Vicenzino
Syed Munir Khasru

Opinion | Why the AI future won’t be decided by algorithms and chatbots

Syed Munir Khasru
Ken Ip

Opinion | Why middle-class life in China is drawing young Westerners’ gaze

Ken Ip
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