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US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth attends the Shangri-La Dialogue forum in Singapore on Saturday. Photo: EPA
Singapore

US senator warns of Indo-Pacific risks as Hegseth stresses ‘quiet’ tactics

Hegseth told the Shangri-La Dialogue that the US remained committed to the region as Duckworth criticised his policy and burden-sharing demands.

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US-China relations

‘Clear-eyed’ on China: the takeaways from Pete Hegseth’s Shangri-La speech

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US-Asean relations

Tariffs, war and broken trust: Southeast Asia’s Trump problem

China-EU relations

The era when Europe viewed China as a partner is over, Brussels insider warns

A new era of fractious EU-China trade relations is here to stay, as Brussels’ view of Beijing has fundamentally changed, lobbyist says.

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Trade relations between China and the European Union have become more fractious recent months. Photo: Shutterstock
Artificial intelligence

Asia faces ‘costly paradox’ over divergent AI rules in US and EU

Regional countries are adapting either the US or EU legal framework, while Asian tech firms risk incurring a ‘regulatory fragmentation tax’.

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Middle East

Outside In | How Trump’s war on Iran is jeopardising Asia’s remittance lifeline

In Gulf economies, lost migrant jobs and remittances risk plunging millions across Asia into crisis.

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SCMP Highlights

China doubts Musk’s Starship future; ex-TSMC chip prodigy returns: 7 highlights

From Taiwan actress facing backlash to Hong Kong principal resigning over school trip row, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

The Starship and Super Heavy Booster create sound waves on lift-off for the 12th test flight from the SpaceX launch complex in Texas on Friday, May 22. Photo: Reuters
Diplomacy

Opinion | 3 paths to stability in a conflict-ridden world

History moves in cycles, and today’s turbulence will settle into a new order. Will the US reassert dominance, China emerge as the leader, or will we see a world with two centres?

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Bangladesh

Policy pivot? India watchful as Bangladesh engages Pakistan

Analysts say the new government in Dhaka is trying a ‘balancing act’ in the region that could signal more businesslike ties with its neighbours.

China-India relations

What India’s ‘unsinkable aircraft carrier’ near Malacca means for its China ties

Uncertainty over Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran conflict has New Delhi moving on US$10 billion plan to transform Great Nicobar Island.

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A passenger vessel approaches the jetty at Campbell Bay on Great Nicobar Island, India's southernmost territory, located less than 150km from the Strait of Malacca's western entrance. Photo: AFP
Law

AI deepfakes expose legal vacuum in India’s celebrity rights protection

The rise of AI-generated material has intensified calls for a dedicated personality rights law to curb the misuse of such technologies.

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An illustration of a digitally altered deepfake. Experts say misuse of identity has become far more frequent in the digital and AI-driven era. Photo: Shutterstock
China-India relations

Reel politik: India tells filmmakers to drop ‘China-bashing’ as ties warm

India’s diplomatic thaw with China is causing films about the 2020 Galwan Valley clash to be retitled, reshot or shelved entirely.

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Japan

Japan eyes new rules to curb US, China and Russia space arms race

Japan is ‘best placed’ to establish new rules given its space capabilities and strong support for nuclear non-proliferation, analysts say.

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US-China relations

Quad foreign ministers fight for relevance as leaders’ summit remains elusive

Critical minerals and Indo-Pacific security took centre stage amid doubts over US commitment and a delayed leaders’ summit.

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From left: Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pose in New Delhi at a meeting of Quad foreign ministers. Photo: Kyodo
Narendra Modi

Video | India’s ‘cockroach’ movement goes viral

Satirical political group emerges in response to controversial remarks comparing jobless graduates to pests.

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Extreme weather

Video | Indian heatwave sickens livestock ahead of Eid al-Adha

Although the festival of Eid al-Adha involves animal sacrifice, Islamic law explicitly forbids using sick livestock.

US-India relations

As Marco Rubio visits New Delhi, what could it mean for US-India ties?

The US secretary of state’s trip aims to mend bilateral relationship, focusing on trade, defence and Quad unity.

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SCMP Highlights

Singapore’s tense drone trials, Thailand targets bad tourists: 7 Asia highlights

From Singapore’s weaponised drone trials to Thailand targeting bad tourists, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Chinese tourists at the Grand Palace in Bangkok. Visitors from China are the biggest contributor to Thailand’s tourism sector. Photo: AFP
Bangladesh

India orders new deportation centres days after BJP election victory

The Hindu-nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party has ordered detention centres for undocumented migrants in West Bengal state, sparking fear of arbitrary expulsions.

United States

Trump’s overseas application for US green card rule unnerves Asian workers

Hundreds of thousands of families and individuals in the US, particularly those from India and the Philippines, could be affected.

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Asia housing and property

The View | The 2 main sources of resilience in Asian real estate

The shock absorbers of supply constraints, a flight to quality, the search for safe havens and domestic demand provide a robust base.

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A tram travels past premium office buildings in Central, Hong Kong, on January 26. Photo: Jelly Tse
Middle East

Muslims begin haj in sweltering heat and shadow of Middle East tensions

Over 1.5 million faithful gather as annual sacred rites in Mecca officially get under way.

Pilgrims pray around the cube-shaped Kaaba in the Grand Mosque. Photo: AP
SCMP Highlights

Chinese coal mine accident, Cathay Pacific flight turbulence: 5 weekend reads

From a coal mine accident that killed 82 people to turbulence on a Cathay Pacific flight, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

Hong Kong transport

What to eat and buy at Hong Kong airport’s revamped Terminal 2

Passengers and visitors will find 25 shopping and dining options, including McDonald’s, Nap Tea and Imperial Patisserie.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

Zelos looks to Middle East, Southeast Asia to turn a profit on robovan fleet

China’s robovan industry is in a period of consolidation, marked by the merger of Zelos with Cainiao’s autonomous-vehicle unit in January.

After merging with Cainiao’s autonomous vehicle unit in January, Zelos’ fleet of Robovans and other vehicles exceeds 20,000. Photo: Handout
China's military weapons

Why Bangladesh could raise Indian red flags by buying a China-Pakistan fighter jet

Dhaka could be boosting its air power with the reported acquisition of a JF-17 flight simulator.

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Bangladesh's acquisition of a simulator for the JF-17 Thunder signals “serious intent to field modern fighters”, an observer says. Photo: Handout
Marco Rubio

Rubio renews US ties with India after Trump’s China visit

The US secretary of state called India a natural partner and invited PM Modi to the White House.

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Energy

For third time in 8 days, India raises diesel and petrol prices

Responsible consumption, public cooperation will help ensure smooth availability for all during ongoing high-demand period, government says.

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