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US-China trade war
US trade official takes aim at Beijing, faults Washington on industry
William Kimmitt criticises trade distortions linked to China while faulting US leaders for allowing industrial decline.
19 Jun 2026 - 6:06AM
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2026 Xi-Trump summits
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No call with Taiwan, no new arms sales: how Trump is preparing to welcome Xi
19 Jun 2026 - 12:22AM
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Hong Kong property
Star turn for Hong Kong luxury housing as Richie Jen buys US$8.8 million flat
18 Jun 2026 - 7:25PM
Diplomacy
More in Taiwan favour goodwill to Beijing over defence ties with US, poll shows
Self-reliance was most preferred when Taiwanese were asked for best approach to safeguarding island security and peace across the strait.
18 Jun 2026 - 5:03PM
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China's economic recovery
Mainland China climbs 4 spots in global competitiveness ranking
China ranked 12th on the list, despite a decline in economic performance, weak domestic demand and concern over foreign market access.
18 Jun 2026 - 5:54PM
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China-EU relations
EU hits ‘make-or-break moment’ as divided leaders confront ‘China shock 2.0’
EU member states poised to confront internal divisions and launch aggressive trade defences against systemic threat posed by Beijing.
18 Jun 2026 - 10:17AM
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China society
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China’s ‘check-in culture’ tourists need a reality check
Superficial ‘check-in tourism’ focused on garnering likes on social media is adversely affecting the lives of locals and the facilities they use.
18 Jun 2026 - 8:14AM
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Crime
Top operative of China-born tycoon Chen Zhi extradited from Cambodia
Mainland police say Liu Ren founded group that operated multiple online gambling platforms and aggressively solicited Chinese citizens.
17 Jun 2026 - 9:00PM
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US-China relations
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The West must reckon with the reality of China’s rise
Beijing’s emergence as a major power must be navigated with wisdom and respect, rather than framed as a threat that needs to be contained.
17 Jun 2026 - 10:44PM
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Mainland China
Why did Taiwan fire Himars missiles towards mainland China?
A recent drill was the first time the missiles were fired in the direction of mainland China and highlights the system’s possible significance.
17 Jun 2026 - 12:44PM
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Kuomintang
Taiwan KMT leader visits US, but ‘concerns over her positions persist’: expert
KMT chairwoman said her US visit went ‘beyond expectations’, but concerns about her position on some issues may persist, an expert says.
17 Jun 2026 - 7:51AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Trump taps Defence Production Act as Iran war strains weapons stockpiles
Iran conflict has led to concern in Congress, White House that US may struggle to respond to another crisis in the near future.
17 Jun 2026 - 4:04PM
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US-China relations
Trump’s woes at home, China’s World Cup presence: 7 US-China relations reads
From US denaturalisation to military safety talks, here are highlights from our overseas correspondents in the first half of June 2026.
16 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM
Mainland China
Taiwan’s website for intelligence tips from mainland China spurs debate
‘Contact window’ launched for political, military, economic and social intelligence but critics say disinformation will be a challenge.
16 Jun 2026 - 9:19AM
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South China Sea
The quiet escalation unfolding around Taiwan’s remote outposts
Taipei says it is the first time mainland Chinese government vessels have entered waters near Taiping.
14 Jun 2026 - 9:51PM
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Mainland China
Taiwanese group sends emergency call to revive cross-strait sea rescue drills
Joint exercises to protect lives and property in the waters have not been held in a decade.
14 Jun 2026 - 8:09PM
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Mainland China
Will turmoil around former leader Ma Ying-jeou affect Taiwan’s local elections?
The KMT elder’s foundation has been embroiled in controversy for months, with escalating allegations and a family intervention.
14 Jun 2026 - 10:00AM
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China exports
Do China’s export curbs on tungsten threaten Japan’s AI chip supply chain?
Tungsten-based materials are widely used in semiconductor manufacturing, and recent supply constraints highlight growing vulnerabilities.
13 Jun 2026 - 3:00PM
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China’s Communist Party
Top Beijing official hails ‘enthusiastic’ Taiwanese role in cross-strait event
Wang Huning tells delegates to ‘stand on the right side of history’ after the island’s ruling party banned officials from attending the forum.
13 Jun 2026 - 9:07PM
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Huawei
Can Huawei’s ‘chip queen’ help China beat the US tech blockade?
He Tingbo says her epiphany came from an ancient irrigation system in Sichuan province, built without modern machinery or electricity.
13 Jun 2026 - 10:00AM
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China's military weapons
China’s navy has missiles and drones. Why is it bringing back the ‘big guns’?
A new 155mm naval gun is said to be in development and it could provide firepower support for a future attack on Taiwan.
13 Jun 2026 - 6:31AM
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South China Sea
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Philippines’ belligerence towards China out of step with Asean trend
Manila’s security-first approach and alignment with extra-regional powers is at odds with the pragmatic direction of China-Asean relations.
13 Jun 2026 - 5:30AM
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China's economic recovery
AI has boosted the US economy. Why isn’t it doing the same for China?
AI might be an economic panacea for the US, but it may not be one for China and the recovery of its real estate industry, one analyst says.
12 Jun 2026 - 8:00PM
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Mainland China
Beijing pushes Taiwan exchanges at Straits Forum despite tightened restrictions
Annual event meant to spur cross-strait integration takes place amid expanded ban by island’s ruling party on who can attend.
12 Jun 2026 - 7:04PM
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China-Japan relations
Wartime apology author and Japan-China ‘bridge’ Yohei Kono dies at 89
Trade delegation to Beijing postponed after death of prominent backchannel figure who served as Japanese chief cabinet secretary.
12 Jun 2026 - 4:06PM
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Hong Kong tourism
Can Hong Kong cash in on ecotourism without trashing its natural treasures?
With more visitors seeking outdoor experiences in Hong Kong, how do authorities protect the landscapes they are promoting?
12 Jun 2026 - 8:33AM
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Donald Trump
Taipei envoy sees US$14 billion arms package moving ahead under Trump
US president has yet to decide on the sale as Taipei presses its case and opposition KMT figures visit Washington.
12 Jun 2026 - 12:21PM
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China-Japan relations
What’s behind Beijing’s seabed mapping east of Taiwan?
Expert says knowledge of the waters and seabed could allow ‘more effective submarine and anti-submarine operations’.
11 Jun 2026 - 11:34PM
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