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China-Africa relations
China’s port role in Africa extends far beyond docks: study
The Africa Centre for Strategic Studies says Chinese firms are deeply embedded across the continent’s maritime networks.
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China consumption
China unveils recycling push to bolster resource security, shore up green shift
3 Jul 2026 - 9:00PM
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European Union
Outside In
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Hot and bothered Europeans finally warm to air con
3 Jul 2026 - 4:30PM
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Australia
Australia expects to gain extra US$26 billion from exports thanks to Iran war
Exports are set to rise almost 3 per cent to A$416 billion this financial year, with the biggest beneficiary being the LNG industry.
3 Jul 2026 - 9:46AM
US-China trade war
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.
3 Jul 2026 - 2:51AM
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India
India’s toxic crop waste could fuel global airlines, study finds
Airlines are desperate for clean fuel. India has mountains of harvest waste. Connecting the two could net billions, says a new report.
2 Jul 2026 - 8:28PM
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Central Asia
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In today’s ‘great game’, Central Asian nations are no longer prizes to be won
Instead of being caught between great powers, the five Central Asian nations are using hegemonic rivalries to advance their own interests.
2 Jul 2026 - 6:38AM
US, Israel war on Iran
Ship runs aground in Strait of Hormuz, not using Iran-approved route: state TV
The vessel was described as a foreign container ship in a report apparently aimed at underlining Tehran’s claims to control the strait.
2 Jul 2026 - 2:53AM
US-China relations
Opinion
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In the AI era, US-China competition hinges on who can adapt faster
In an age of disruption, power rests with whoever learns, innovates and adapts more effectively.
1 Jul 2026 - 8:30PM
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Hong Kong economy
Thailand’s Bangchak takes over Hong Kong Caltex petrol stations in HK$2.1b deal
Energy conglomerate enters Hong Kong fuel market despite fierce competition and EV shift as it aims to build a regional trading foothold.
1 Jul 2026 - 8:42PM
Science
Energy expert Yang Tao returns from Norway to China University of Petroleum
Yang looks to cooperation with Europe in areas such as low-carbon technologies, digital energy and emerging sustainable solutions.
1 Jul 2026 - 5:17AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
14 million barrels of stranded Iraq oil travels through Strait of Hormuz
Meanwhile, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are in Qatar to discuss the Middle East conflict with mediators.
30 Jun 2026 - 7:48PM
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Electric & new energy vehicles
Price war fallout: China imposes 60-day payment cap for energy storage sector
China enforces stricter payment rules for EV and energy storage batteries in a bid to curb disorder and build a resilient supply chain.
30 Jun 2026 - 2:00PM
Ukraine war
Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 11 as heatwave also attacks
Some of the fatalities occurred when a passenger minibus was hit by a drone in the city of Zaporizhzhia.
29 Jun 2026 - 11:04PM
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China trade
As China dominates solar and energy sector, fears emerge over EU’s new crackdown
Brussels’ unease over European reliance on Chinese tech sees the bloc impose bans and restrictions, as fears mount on how far it will go.
29 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
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The Philippines
Philippines becomes world’s top solar spender amid Middle East energy crisis
The rooftop solar rush has resulted in US$407 million in panel imports from March to May, a 145 per cent increase from a year earlier.
29 Jun 2026 - 10:37AM
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Australia
Australian energy exploration hits 10-year high as Asian gas demand surges
Spending is expected to increase to more than US$1 billion this year with drilling concentrated on Beetaloo, Otway Basin and Taroom Trough.
29 Jun 2026 - 8:58AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
US and Iran pause strikes as Hormuz tests interim deal, Doha talks loom
Efforts to reopen the Strait without Iran’s oversight have sparked days of crossfire.
29 Jun 2026 - 8:49PM
Ukraine war
Ukraine drones ignite Russian refinery as Putin acknowledges fuel shortages
Ukraine ramps up pressure on Russia’s fuel supply with its drone fleet, causing acute shortages across parts of the country.
29 Jun 2026 - 9:20AM
China-Africa relations
Opinion
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Beijing offers leverage for Africa. Policymakers are now applying it
Partnerships with China are no longer a debate for economies across the continent but a platform for their own development paths.
28 Jun 2026 - 5:24PM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump says US hit Iran again, may be ‘forced to militarily complete the job’
If that happened, the Islamic Republic would ‘no longer exist’, Trump warned, after reports that a tanker had been struck in Hormuz.
28 Jun 2026 - 7:51AM
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Singapore
Burning point: Southeast Asia’s haze fight faces cost test
Indonesia has come under renewed attention after President Prabowo Subianto committed to cracking down on agriculture-linked fires.
26 Jun 2026 - 8:40PM
China-EU relations
As I see it
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Europe wants a new Plaza Accord for China – seriously?
Instead of hoping for Beijing to commit economic suicide, it would be more realistic for the EU to strike a mutually acceptable trade deal.
26 Jun 2026 - 8:30PM
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China energy security
China to generate 50% of electricity from nuclear and non-fossil sources by 2030
Recent oil shocks have strengthened Beijing’s resolve as it tries to balance decarbonisation efforts with securing future energy demand.
26 Jun 2026 - 5:45PM
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United States
Outside In
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US the ultimate loser as Iran war ushers in global power upheaval
Defeated by asymmetric warfare and spurned by allies, the US has ended up boosting China’s economy and standing instead.
29 Jun 2026 - 9:31AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
UN halts escort of ships through Hormuz after Singapore-flagged vessel attacked
A cargo ship was hit by a projectile close to Oman, testing a preliminary agreement to end the Iran war.
26 Jun 2026 - 7:53PM
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United States
Asia treads cautiously on Iranian oil exports despite US sanctions waiver
Some regional economies are assessing the possibility of the US and Iran resuming hostilities before committing to buy Iranian oil.
26 Jun 2026 - 2:23AM
Middle East
US’ Rubio wraps up Gulf tour as allies share concerns over Iran peace accord
Rubio did not discuss a US$300 billion reconstruction fund for Iran that is part of the peace proposal.
25 Jun 2026 - 8:26PM
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