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This aerial picture taken on October 1, 2025 off the coast of the western France port of Saint-Nazaire shows the tanker Boracay from one of Russia’s “shadow fleets”. Photo: AFP

China Economy

US lawmakers call for major crackdown on China’s alleged sanctioned oil imports

Bipartisan panel argues sanctions have concentrated discounted oil in Beijing's hands – charges the Chinese government denies.

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‘Lack of moral character’: pair who stole secrets for China lose US citizenship

1 Apr 2026 - 5:58AMvideocam

Trump-Xi summit: US trade chief casts doubt on pre-meeting Beijing visit

1 Apr 2026 - 6:23AMvideocam

China Economy

3 Chinese ships exit Strait of Hormuz as PetroChina stresses operations stable

PetroChina chairman addresses annual results conference as three Chinese vessels transit Strait of Hormuz and Iran passes law on transit fees.

31 Mar 2026 - 7:00PM

Cargo ships in the Persian Gulf, near the Strait of Hormuz, on March 11. Photo: Reuters

Diplomacy

Born in the USA? China targeted in Trump’s birthright citizenship fight

As Supreme Court decision looms, Chinese nationals find themselves at the centre of disputed core constitutional issue: who is an American?

1 Apr 2026 - 7:14AMvideocam

United States & Canada

FBI says man who crashed truck into Michigan synagogue was inspired by Hezbollah

Ayman Ghazali’s March 12 attack was a ‘Hezbollah-inspired act of terrorism purposely targeting the Jewish community’, the FBI said.

31 Mar 2026 - 5:00AM

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United States & Canada

New York Times says Pentagon is flouting judge’s order blocking access policy

The newspaper claims Pentagon officials have implemented a revised press policy that circumvents the judge’s March 20 ruling.

31 Mar 2026 - 2:27AM

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia. Photo: Getty Images / TNS

Global Economy

How the Hormuz attacks stoke oil-shock fears and memories of 1970s stagflation

A timeline of past oil shocks is seen offering ‘clear lessons’ for today’s Strait of Hormuz crisis, with an eye on ripple effects and contingency tools.

31 Mar 2026 - 12:02AM

China Economy

Open Questions | Kenneth Rogoff on why China’s yuan will be a reserve currency within 5 years

Harvard economist explains why cryptocurrencies will never take the US dollar’s place, despite their popularity in underground economies.

30 Mar 2026 - 10:03AMvideocam

Military

Japan upgrades ship with Tomahawk missiles. Why it might pose a threat to China

Analysts say the move marks a fundamental shift in Tokyo’s defence strategy, forcing Beijing to stay on high alert.

29 Mar 2026 - 8:00PM

Japanese destroyer JS Chokai has been equipped to fire long-range Tomahawk missiles, with the first firing test expected this summer. Photo: Commander, US Third Fleet

Diplomacy

Trump pitches China trade ‘win’ to US farmers ahead of Xi meeting, midterms

Claims come despite farmers remaining unsure if China will meet its 25 million-tonne commitment for 2026, as planting season approaches.

28 Mar 2026 - 6:21AMvideocam

US President Donald Trump gestures to farmers from the Truman balcony of the White House in Washington on Friday. Photo: AFP

Diplomacy

China denies retaliating against Panama ships, accuses Washington of canal grab

US body says Beijing’s inspections of Panama-flagged ships exceed historical norms and may be reprisals over ousted Hong Kong operator.

1 Apr 2026 - 1:07AMvideocam

Diplomacy

Exclusive | What does it mean for China if Trump and Putin visit back to back?

Expected trips in close succession highlight Beijing’s strategic effort to manage relations with the two in turbulent times, analysts say.

27 Mar 2026 - 11:40PMvideocam

Global Economy

China launches investigations into US trade practices. Why now?

Washington’s measures may breach WTO rules and past agreements, commerce ministry says.

27 Mar 2026 - 10:30PM

The Trump administration has initiated a series of sweeping trade investigations that could lead to fresh tariffs after the US Supreme Court struck down its previous duties. Photo: TNS

China Economy

Air China subsidiary to lease 10 Boeing jets in deals worth about US$400 million

The announcement comes weeks ahead of US President Donald Trump’s planned visit to China, where he is expected to conduct trade talks.

27 Mar 2026 - 10:00PMvideocam

A Boeing 737-800 aircraft operated by Shandong Airlines takes off from an airport in Tianjin, northern China. Photo: Shutterstock

China Economy

Chinese market regulator tells firms to focus on healthy competition overseas

State Administration for Market Regulation tells companies it will address ‘involution-style’ competition as they step up efforts to expand.

27 Mar 2026 - 9:00PM

China Economy

China’s economy can absorb Iran war shocks, says Justin Lin

But top economist cautions that US might not follow through on any agreements reached when Trump visits China in May.

27 Mar 2026 - 8:10PM

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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.

15 Nov 2024 - 12:29AMvideocam

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.

6 Nov 2024 - 6:42AMvideocam

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.

3 Oct 2024 - 7:00PM

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.

18 Oct 2024 - 5:36AM

Illustration: Lau Ka-kuen

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