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Egypt
Egypt
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Egypt. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Cairo
Head of State
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
Head of Government
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly
Some Chinese bachelors have turned to international matchmakers, which usually operate in Southeast Asia, Pakistan and former Soviet countries. Photo: Shutterstock
China society

Cross-border matchmaking can lead to financial ruin, Chinese police warn rural men

Police in Hunan province have warned that men who use illegal agencies to find foreign brides could be defrauded.

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South Korea

South Korea hails success of its first Arctic shipping trial

Middle East

Saudi Arabia’s main airport hit by new Houthi strike day after deadly attack

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Israel-Gaza war

Palestinian leader Abbas postpones elections to September 2027

Palestinians have not held legislative or presidential elections since 2005-2006, after which Hamas seized control of Gaza.

Displaced Palestinians wait to receive food at a charity kitchen in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip on Monday. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

Key US port for China imports records best-ever quarter despite trade doubt

Port of Los Angeles, the US’ leading gateway for imports from China, had its busiest three-month period on record from July to September.

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Middle East

Yemen’s Houthis claim strikes on Saudi airports, killing 3

Attacks on Riyadh and Abha airports mark a sharp escalation of the war in neighbouring Yemen.

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Middle East

Yemen’s Houthis attack Aden airport as fighting intensifies

Fighting has been focused in recent days on areas around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.

Fighters loyal to the Houthi authorities take part in a rally to recruit more fighters, in Sanaa on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
A video screengrab released by the pro-Yemeni government Southern Giants Brigades on Tuesday shows fighters during clashes with Houthis near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait in Taiz province. Photo: Yemen Giants Brigades Media Centre / AFP
China's military weapons

Indonesia to take delivery of first Chinese J-10CE jets in 6 months, report says

When they arrive the southeast Asian nation will become the third international operator of the aircraft, after Pakistan and Uzbekistan.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong remains world’s freest economy as Switzerland overtakes Singapore

Annual Economic Freedom of the World report compiled by Canada’s Fraser Institute ranks city first among 165 jurisdictions.

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Hong Kong economy

Exclusive | ‘Money is money’: US, UK firms still coming to Hong Kong, commerce chief says

2026 has been a challenging year because of the geopolitical situation, but Hong Kong’s stability continues to draw investors, Algernon Yau says.

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Tourists enjoy the views of Victoria Harbour from Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Kit Lai
US, Israel war on Iran

Gulf nations keep oil flowing amid Iran war, but it’s getting costly

Despite the Strait of Hormuz blockade and other attacks, oil exporters and the US military have found workarounds, but they may not be sustainable.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
Ukraine war

Zelensky warns of painful winter for Russia if energy truce talks fail

The leader described Russia’s Putin as the ‘patient zero’ from whom the idea of war keeps spreading further.

Ukraine war

Zelensky and CIA chief meet during refuelling stop in Ireland

Sources say the pair met at Shannon Airport as the Ukrainian leader travelled to the UN meetings in New York.

2026 Xi-Trump summits

In Focus | Analysts tip a stronger hand for China ahead of Xi-Trump summit in Washington

Chinese confidence could be boosted by US push to make progress on its war on Iran and the Russia-Ukraine conflict, experts say.

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China-Africa relations

Is Africa becoming a ‘testing ground’ for Chinese power projection?

PLA pilots trained against Rafales in the latest joint exercise, reflecting a decades-long expansion of activity on the continent.

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China is putting its armed forces to the test through joint drills, peacekeeping missions and Gulf of Aden anti-piracy operations, according to analysts. Photo: Xinhua
Vladimir Putin

Opinion | Why the Global South keeps its doors wide open to Russia

Far from being isolated, Moscow’s relationships across the non-Western world are a geopolitical constant the West cannot break.

US, Israel war on Iran

US pivot leaves Saudi Arabia with ‘humiliating dilemma’ over Houthis

Riyadh is now working frantically to build a coalition to protect shipping in the Red Sea and defend the kingdom against Houthi attacks.

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Middle East

Saudis turn to Western, regional allies as missile defences run low

Regional officials say kingdom appeals to France, UK, Pakistan, and Egypt for help against Houthis amid US interceptor shortages.

Houthi fighters pose atop what the group described as the wreckage of a downed Saudi F-15 fighter jet in Marib province, Yemen, in an image released on Wednesday. Photo: Ansar Allah Media Office via AP
Middle East

‘Red line’: Saudi coalition accuses Houthis of targeting Mecca with drone

Drone intercepted heading towards the Saudi holy city, but Houthi official rejects claim as a ‘worn-out lie’.

China-Africa relations

China bets on early Sudan deals to secure post-war economic edge

Lack of leverage by army-backed government in Khartoum may allow Chinese firms to secure favourable investment terms.

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From our archives

On This Day | Hong Kong mourns Mao Zedong’s death in 1976 – SCMP archive

Fifty years ago, Mao Zedong’s death sent shock waves around the world.

Mourners wearing black armbands attending the memorial service for China’s late leader Mao Zedong at the Bank of China building on September 16, 1976. Photo: Chan Kiu
Brics

Internal splits threaten to slow Brics’ progress as bloc marks 20th anniversary

The grouping has emerged as a strong champion of the Global South, but analysts warned that major challenges still lie ahead.

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This year’s Brics summit is being hosted by India, one of the founder members. Photo: AFP
Brics

Editorial | Brics summit could emerge as milestone in bloc’s unity

The expected meeting between the leaders of China and India on the sidelines of the multilateral summit bodes well for stability in Asia.

Special Reports

Hong Kong’s push for human infrastructure beyond ports and railways

Beyond physical trade routes, the city’s museums, universities and orchestras are cultivating the personal relationships needed to sustain international cooperation.

China's military weapons

Chinese PLA aircraft to headline Egypt air show in display of export potential

No official word on which equipment will feature, but event comes just days after the end of a joint drill between the armed forces.

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The Z-20K helicopter is expected to be among the aircraft on display at an air show in Egypt this week. Photo: Handout
US-China relations

Editorial | China’s Xi sends a strong message before his US visit

Xi’s month of travel signals that China is playing a key role in South-South cooperation amid a tariff war and geopolitical instability.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan are welcomed by Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi and his wife Entissar Amer upon their arrival at Cairo International Airport on September 1. Photo: Xinhua via AP
US-China relations

As clock counts down to Trump summit, Xi boosts global clout with diplomatic blitz

Beijing leverages Eurasian and Middle East ties to show Washington it has alternatives.

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China-Africa relations

How China’s green tech is undercutting US energy strategy in Africa

Record photovoltaic additions and major infrastructure deals allow developing nations to bypass fossil fuel price shocks.

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