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President Tharman Shanmugaratnam
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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
Education in Hong Kong
Hong Kong principal fired for swearing at security guards on Singapore school trip
San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School says it refused to accept resignation of Lee Cheuk-hing, who violated code of conduct for staff.
3 Jun 2026 - 7:49PM
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New Zealand
Is New Zealand a ‘freeloader’? Wellington rebuffs Hegseth’s Shangri-La remark
3 Jun 2026 - 4:44PM
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Malaysia
Deadly crash in alleged luxury car race renews Malaysia’s road safety concerns
3 Jun 2026 - 3:56PM
Banking & finance
Opinion
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Hong Kong is emerging as a leading capital hub of the multipolar era
As wealth creation’s centre of gravity shifts, expect Hong Kong to not only survive but also gain renewed strategic importance.
3 Jun 2026 - 9:30AM
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Crime
Singapore recalls China-bound flight, arrests 3 after woman robbed at hotel
Police recalled the suspects’ flight and arrested them after they locked the victims on a balcony at Marina Bay Sands while exchanging currency.
3 Jun 2026 - 4:10PM
US-China relations
Editorial
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Shangri-La Dialogue has outlived its usefulness for China
While Washington and Beijing softened their rhetoric this year, the US-dominated forum is exhausting its function as a space for engagement.
3 Jun 2026 - 7:15AM
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Banking & finance
China’s Tiger Brokers reports strong results amid trading crackdown
Hong Kong trading soars 536 per cent, firm says, while making no mention of US$61 million fine from China’s market watchdog.
2 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
Banking & finance
Fear of missing out: why Asia-Pacific firms chase AI despite scant returns
Survey shows many enterprises across the region invest heavily in AI, worried that their rivals will outpace them.
2 Jun 2026 - 1:15PM
SCMP Highlights
Japan’s Russia concern, firms pick Malaysia over Singapore: 7 Asia highlights
From Japan’s concerns about Russian military activity to moon bears freed in Laos, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
2 Jun 2026 - 1:08PM
Malaysia
Why oil-hungry Asia ignores risks linked to Russia’s ‘dark fleet’
Asia prioritises fuel needs over security risks from Russian oil to survive the energy crisis, despite sanctions and diplomatic dilemmas.
2 Jun 2026 - 10:03AM
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China property
The View
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Green shoots in Hong Kong, mainland China property markets deserve attention
Geopolitical forces, policy support, attractive rents and lower interest rates have combined to improve the outlook for both markets.
1 Jun 2026 - 6:17PM
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US-China relations
Hegseth tones down China rhetoric on return to Asia
US defence secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a noticeably less hostile tone towards China in his address at this year’s Shangri-La Dialogue.
1 Jun 2026 - 5:00PM
Robotics
World of humanoid robots set for new blueprint as Nvidia teams with Asian firms
The tech trio team up to create a state-of-the-art robot reference design allowing researchers to build, fine-tune and deploy skills faster.
1 Jun 2026 - 3:17PM
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SCMP Highlights
Firms flee Singapore’s rising costs, teacher probed over photos: 5 weekend reads
From Pete Hegseth’s Shangri-La speech to a Chinese woman’s botched eyelid surgery, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.
1 Jun 2026 - 1:17PM
Asean
Shangri-La Dialogue: can Asia do ‘less Shangri-La, more ships, more subs’?
In response to Hegseth’s call, participants at the Singapore forum say defence spending levels have to factor in different countries’ needs.
31 May 2026 - 11:46PM
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The Philippines
Philippines says Beijing main hurdle to South China Sea code of conduct
Addressing the Shangri-La Dialogue, defence chief Teodoro blamed China for stalling the pact and stressed Asean’s unity on the issue.
31 May 2026 - 6:45PM
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Malaysia
Malaysia blasts ‘conspicuously muted’ response over axed Norway missile deal
Defence Minister Khaled told the Shangri-La Dialogue that Oslo’s move was ‘destructive’ to the credibility of the rules-based global order.
31 May 2026 - 6:23PM
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India
India seals BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, eyes Indonesia next
A senior Indian defence ministry official made the announcement at the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore.
31 May 2026 - 10:51AM
Asean
Asian Angle
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Where Southeast Asians really want to live, work and travel
While Thailand leads for tourism, Singapore and Japan are the top draws for work, revealing uneven regional soft power dynamics.
31 May 2026 - 10:00AM
Ageing society
Opinion
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East Asia’s population challenge isn’t just about raising birth rates
Sustainable policies must strengthen people’s well-being and expand opportunities, creating a society where everyone can thrive.
31 May 2026 - 9:30AM
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Shangri-La Dialogue
Sustained security can’t come from ‘barrel of a gun’: East Timor’s Ramos-Horta
At the Shangri-La Dialogue, the East Timor president cites Asean as an example of how communication can prevent conflict and yield dividends.
30 May 2026 - 10:27PM
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US-China relations
China dials down rhetoric but regional risks persist at Shangri-La Dialogue
In the wake of the Xi-Trump summit, the US and Chinese delegations dispense with the tough talk of previous years.
30 May 2026 - 10:35PM
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Shangri-La Dialogue
17 nations launch pact to protect vital undersea cables amid US, China absence
Singapore’s defence chief tells the Shangri-La Dialogue the pact aims to explore potential areas of collaboration and share best practices.
1 Jun 2026 - 9:40AM
Shangri-La Dialogue
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.
31 May 2026 - 5:45PM
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United States
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Trump seeks ‘peace through strength’ in the Pacific
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth outlined the White House’s take on security in the Pacific region in his Shangri-La keynote.
30 May 2026 - 3:27PM
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US-China relations
How US defence chief Hegseth softened tone towards China after Xi-Trump meeting
In contrast with last year, his speech to the Shangri-La forum avoided sensitive issues and did not directly describe Beijing as a ‘threat’.
30 May 2026 - 6:44PM
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Education
Singapore union backs guards after row with swearing Hong Kong principal
The group said the workers ‘received an aggressive verbal tirade of profanities’ during a parking dispute involving Lee Cheuk‑hing.
30 May 2026 - 12:29PM
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Indonesia
Chasing billions: Indonesia’s commodity export crackdown sows confusion
New export rules promise billions in recovered revenue, but analysts warn the ensuing chaos could cost more than the gains.
30 May 2026 - 11:30AM
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