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The latest breaking news and stories on France, a country in western Europe known as a semi-presidential republic, and the world’s seventh largest economy. Also covering France’s relationship with China and Europe, plus commentary and updates on France’s economy, politics, society and social issues.
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President Emmanuel Macron
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Prime Minister Michel Barnier
Hamachi crudo at Il Presidente. Photo: courtesy Il Presidente
New Openings

Hong Kong hottest new openings, from Italian eatery Il Presidente to Fujian cuisine hotspot Quan

Discover Hong Kong’s freshest F&B openings: divine Italian at Il Presidente, Parisian-inspired Bistrot’s Suzette, tempting Japanese treats at Truffle Donut and contemporary Chinese fare at Quan.

Space

German rocket reaches space as Europe enters satellite launch race

Britain

Masked anti-immigrant protesters block UK port

Argentina

Students slam ‘mini-dictatorship’ at Argentina-run residence in Paris

Residents allege surveillance and far-right meetings as they claim Argentina House at Cite Universitaire has become ‘a space of fear’.

A person runs past Argentina House at Cite U in Paris in March. Residents have spoken out against evictions, far-right meetings and the management of the Argentine student residence by a new director with links to ultra-conservative circles. Photo: AFP
United Nations

UN adopts new map: Africa bigger, North America and Europe smaller

The US was the only vote against the resolution for a shift to the Equal Earth cartographic projection over the traditional Mercator map.

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China-EU relations

EU gives Arctic shipping route cold shoulder as China and Russia push ahead

Its opposition to the commercialisation of Arctic transit comes amid rising anxiety over Beijing and Moscow’s closer polar collaboration.

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China's military weapons

In Burkina Faso, Sky Dragon 30 missiles point to China’s military export inroads

Chinese weapons are gaining favour as the West African country cuts ties with Western suppliers, analyst says.

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A Chinese Sky Dragon 30 surface-to-air missile appears in footage from Burkina Faso’s presidential office. Photo: Facebook/Presidence.bf
United Nations

France digs in on Pacific islands claim as Vanuatu turns to World Court

Vanuatu says it will seek UN General Assembly opinion if Paris does not accept the ICJ’s jurisdiction on the disputed outcrops.

Banking & finance

Analysts warn that benchmark bond yields are approaching ‘concern zone’

With US 10-year Treasury yield at a 20-month high, alarm bells expected to ring if it crosses 5 per cent tipping point.

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China's military weapons

Export potential? Chinese YY-20 refuels Egyptian Rafale in cross-platform drill

PLA tanker aircraft shows versatility in Egypt exercise, highlighting interoperability that could boost global sales prospects.

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A Chinese YY-20 aerial tanker refuels an Egyptian Air Force Rafale fighter during the Eagles of Civilisation 2026 joint air exercise, according to imagery released by the Egyptian military. Photo: Handout
The Philippines

UK-Philippines troop deal to boost Nato’s South China Sea reach

If finalised, the UK would be the fourth Nato member to reach a deal with the Philippines allowing troops to train on each other’s soil.

Troops from the Philippines, Britain, the US, Japan and South Korea take part in a military exercise in the Philippines in 2023. Photo: Philippine Marine Corps / Handout
John Galliano

Meet John Galliano’s long-time partner, celebrity stylist Alexis Roche

The designer’s 2027 show at the Met has been cancelled due to public backlash – meet his loyal partner, who’s styled A-listers such as Charlize Theron.

Racism and other prejudice

John Galliano cancels Met Gala exhibition after backlash over past racism, antisemitism

British designer apologises to Jewish and Asian communities for ‘words in the past’ as he pulls out of 2027 exhibition.

Shein

France takes aim at ultra-fast fashion with fee per garment

New policy targets platforms like Shein and Temu, which have exploded in popularity in France.

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A Shein display inside the BHV department store in Paris, France. Photo: AFP
Indonesia

Indonesia-US joint military drills with allies kick off with 4,700 soldiers

The exercises, which have been held for nearly two decades, will include special forces infiltration training and cyberdefence drills.

A US Army AH-64 Apache helicopter flies past during the Garuda Shield joint multinational exercise in Lampung, Indonesia, on September 3, 2025. Photo: AFP
European Union

New UK PM Burnham’s honeymoon ends as Trump, first budget loom large

Since succeeding Keir Starmer, Burnham has pleased voters with several low-cost sweeteners, including cutting electricity bills and bus fares.

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China exports

From air conditioners to taps, Europe’s climate extremes boost China sales

Chinese makers of low-flow taps, garden gear and insulated drinkware are seeing European orders surge as heatwaves and drought reshape demand.

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Ukraine war

‘Playing with fire’: Russia slams UK, France over Ukraine missile tech transfer

Moscow warns of potential strikes on British military targets, urging London to change its stance on supporting Kyiv.

The Storm Shadow cruise missile is on display during the 2023 Paris Air Show in France. Photo: AP
Diplomacy

Opinion | China’s multilateral pitch is finding an audience

Beijing’s push for global cooperation is clearly self-interested, but even US allies in the West can see the benefits of multilateralism.

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Vladimir Putin

‘Fascinating and shocking’ book about Putin’s private life wins prize

Exiled Russian journalists awarded Prix Strasbourg for taboo-breaking work based on hundreds of interviews with witnesses who later vanished.

Malaysia

Anwar’s call for creative freedom clashes with Malaysia’s censorship reality

The prime minister’s remarks come after Malaysia’s top court upheld a ban on the independent film ‘Mentega Terbang’ last month.

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says filmmakers should not feel “too pressured and constrained” to the point of having to ask “five times” whether a scene would be approved. Photo: dpa
Science

Debate star and quantum physicist returns to China for long-term backing

Renmin University recruit aims to probe complex quantum matter using ultracold atomic sandbox with lasers.

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Guo Yanliang has returned to China to be an associate professor at Renmin University of China. Photo: Handout
Emmanuel Macron

France to press ahead with high school phone ban from next month

The ban is expected to take effect from the start of the new school year, which begins in September.

Hong Kong politics

Beijing slams West for criticising Hong Kong court verdict in Tiananmen vigil case

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian hits out at ‘certain countries and organisations’ for using judicial cases to smear Hong Kong.

Ukraine war

Zelensky says Ukraine wants peace but won’t ‘simply surrender’

The country marks 35 years of independence from the Soviet Union as Zelensky vows to find a solution to Putin’s ‘ballistic terror’.

President Volodymyr Zelensky hands over the flag of a military unit during the ceremony to mark Ukraine Independence Day in Kyiv on Monday. Photo: AP
Esports

Power-up: China’s Esports World Cup win a showcase for market potential

With the EWC being held outside Saudi Arabia for the first time, the US$4.3 billion industry looks to grow its market, including in China.

French President Emmanuel Macron presents the EWC 2026 Club champions award to Chinese club AG.AL at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup at the Grand Palais in Paris on Sunday. Photo: Reuters
Britain

UK PM Andy Burnham to visit Kyiv as Ukraine marks independence anniversary

On his first international visit as UK leader, Burnham will co-chair his first Coalition of the Willing meeting of countries supporting Kyiv.

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Middle East

Macron hosts Saudi’s crown prince for visit ranging from esports to Middle East

A French official said agreements, on health, transport and energy, will be signed on Monday alongside talks likely to focus on Iran.

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