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Diplomacy
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American allies are finally hedging against American risk
As US policy becomes more self-centred and unpredictable, traditional allies realise their best bet lies with diplomatic diversification.
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India
Why India may ‘gravitate back’ to US bloc after Trump-Modi tariff deal
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Rare earths
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Japan recovers rare earth samples from ocean depths of 6,000 metres (20,000ft)
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US-Cuba relations
Cuba confirms ‘communications’ with US as Trump moves to block oil
Reeling from blackouts and the loss of its Venezuelan patron, Havana confirms communications with the US but says no formal negotiations yet.
6 hours ago
China-Latin America relations
China’s Chalco, Rio Tinto buy Brazil’s CBA for US$886 million to secure minerals
Acquisition of Brazilian flagship aluminium firm reinforces China’s growing footprint in the country’s strategic mineral assets sector.
3 Feb 2026 - 10:51AM
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United States
Trump lifts Russia-related oil tariffs on India under new trade deal
Under the pact, India’s tariffs have been reduced from 50 per cent to 18 per cent.
3 Feb 2026 - 6:00AM
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US-China trade war
Trump unveils US$12 billion push to curb China’s grip on critical minerals
The initiative, dubbed Project Vault, aims to create a commercial stockpile to shield US manufacturers from supply shocks and price swings.
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China's population
China’s brain gain: overseas grads plug into domestic frontiers, powering future
Record jump in returnees seen reflecting confidence in some domestic opportunities, particularly in areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing.
3 Feb 2026 - 1:00AM
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China manufacturing
Stern rebuke: China shrugs off 2025 US threats to anchor shipbuilding dominance
Despite a market share dip, Chinese yards extend their commanding lead in key indicators, as high exports and lengthy backlogs signal resilience despite rivals’ gains.
2 Feb 2026 - 5:00PM
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Singapore
Supply chain ‘weaponisation’ tops agenda at Singapore aviation meet
The new UN aviation chief says global cooperation is important to achieve a ‘safer, more sustainable and more competitive’ sector.
2 Feb 2026 - 5:12PM
Japan
Japan retrieves rare earth-rich mud from 6,000 metres under the sea
The mud, sucked up near remote Minamitori Island, will be analysed to see whether its rare earths can be commercially tapped.
5 hours ago
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Hong Kong economy
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Strong export numbers underscore Hong Kong’s strengths as a trade hub
In an uncertain global economic environment, the strategy of exploring new overseas markets has paid off. But there is no room for complacency.
2 Feb 2026 - 7:15AM
China economy
Opinion
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US-China rivalry: great powers that don’t make things won’t be great for long
As globalisation falters, it is countries that focus on building productive capacity, not financial excess, that will come out on top.
2 Feb 2026 - 5:30AM
China trade
New expansion rules: Chinese firms seeking salvation abroad urged to ‘go local’
Industry stalwarts such as Gree stress cultural integration and warn against exporting insular enclaves – in other words, leave the personal chef behind.
1 Feb 2026 - 9:00PM
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European Union
Opinion
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The India-EU trade pact is a rebuke of US economic coercion
Beyond trade liberalisation, the partnership will weaken Washington’s ability to use tariffs as leverage and dictate the rules of global economic engagement.
1 Feb 2026 - 5:30AM
Asean
Asian Angle
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‘Old order is not coming back’: Trump’s US, not China, threatens status quo
American unpredictability is pushing countries to hedge more proactively – and, ironically, soften existing tensions with China.
31 Jan 2026 - 11:00AM
US-China relations
How will China respond as US expands foreign ship seizures?
The question is whether high-seas US actions will alarm Beijing into deploying naval safeguards or prompt similar moves in Taiwan Strait.
31 Jan 2026 - 8:02AM
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US-China relations
WTO faults US in dispute brought by China over clean energy subsidies
Large tax credits under Biden’s landmark climate law are inconsistent with WTO agreements and should be withdrawn, a panel ruled.
31 Jan 2026 - 2:11AM
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India
Why India should tackle pollution more urgently than tariffs
The adverse impact of pollution could lead to significant health and economic costs for India if left unchecked.
30 Jan 2026 - 8:24PM
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United States
Outside In
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Gradually, then suddenly, the world is waking up to the US threat
Middle powers are pivoting to Beijing and hedging with new partners as China’s economic displacement of the US rapidly expands.
30 Jan 2026 - 4:30PM
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China economy
Opinion
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Fears of overcapacity ignore China’s full balance of payments picture
The right question to ask is whether China’s overall current account represents a destabilising imbalance that siphons growth from trading partners.
30 Jan 2026 - 9:30AM
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US-China relations
Senate bills give clear message to Trump to back Taiwan as Xi meeting approaches
Thursday’s bills send signal to White House that US partnership with Taipei must not be forgotten as Trump threatens Cuba tariffs.
30 Jan 2026 - 11:24PM
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US-China relations
Opinion
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How the world can design a new trade architecture
Even as the US overhauls world trade norms, China’s quiet but influential role in redefining globalisation is impossible to ignore.
30 Jan 2026 - 7:49AM
United States
US trade deficit widens sharply, reversing big pullback lauded by Trump
The US president touted the success of his tariffs after the trade gap fell to an earlier low, but the figure has since boomeranged back.
30 Jan 2026 - 1:55AM
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China-UK relations
Britain’s Starmer hopes gift of Man United match ball scores with China’s Xi
Reviving a familiar playbook, the British leader uses football to seek diplomatic headway during an official visit to Beijing.
30 Jan 2026 - 3:59PM
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US-China relations
Do Americans think China will overtake the US? The results are in
Washington think tank takes the public’s temperature on global power and influence.
29 Jan 2026 - 10:40PM
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Banking & finance
Macroscope
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Trump weaponises trade as globalisation becomes more fractured
As recognised by Canada, the fracturing of the global economy is in full swing. Policymakers and businesses should expect it to continue.
29 Jan 2026 - 4:30PM
Xi Jinping
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UK PM starts China state visit ahead of Xi meeting
Trade and the economy to top British prime minister’s agenda as London navigates ‘re-engagement’ with Beijing, analysts say.
29 Jan 2026 - 10:46AM
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