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The latest breaking news and stories on the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK), a constitutional monarchy in northern Europe which includes England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and the world’s sixth largest economy. Also covering the UK’s relationship with the European Union (EU) post Brexit, as well as with China, plus commentary and updates on the UK’s economy, politics, society and social issues.
Capital
London
Head of State
King Charles III
King Charles III
Head of Government
Prime Minister Keir Starmer
A worker coats eyeglass lenses, on June 6, in Wenzhou, Zhejiang province. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
China manufacturing

Macroscope | Blaming China won’t bring jobs back to ‘post-industrial’ economies

After decades of hollowing out their manufacturing bases, Western and Japanese policymakers can and should do more than bewail China’s rise.

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China travel

Further to fly? Shenzhen poised to add more international flights

US-China relations

Opinion | What the US should learn from China’s 19th century decline

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China jobs

AI skills required for 4 out of 10 graduate jobs in China: recruitment portal

University of Hong Kong professors say ‘messy jobs’ that span multiple tasks more immune to challenges posed by technology.

A university student inquires about employment opportunities at a recruitment fair for science and engineering universities in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, in March. Photo: Getty Images
India

India-Bangladesh ties ease with visa restart amid China concerns

Analysts say Dhaka will have to be prudent as it tries to secure Chinese investment to boost its economy while managing India’s security concerns.

Banking & finance

Exclusive | Hong Kong to launch gold clearing and settlement system next week: sources

The city plans to process its first gold settlement on Tuesday, according to those familiar with the matter.

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Japan

Japan’s disaster plans fail to keep pace with tourist boom

Japan regularly drills its schoolchildren for earthquakes evacuations, but foreign visitors are another matter entirely.

Tourists throng a shopping street in the popular Asakusa district of Tokyo on June 22. Photo: Kyodo
US-China relations

Which Trump will show up at Nato summit? Odds are it will be the fuming one

US president’s impatience and distrust of multilateral groupings has Nato’s 31 other members walking on eggshells before next week’s key meeting.

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Hong Kong society

Editorial | Hong Kong must reform its sexual offence laws for the 21st century

Aside from introducing a statutory definition of consent and removing gender-based distinctions, reforms should ensure support for survivors.

Sexual harassment and assault

British teen rapists get detention after outrage at lenient sentences

The two boys were originally given youth rehabilitation orders after raping two girls; videos of the attacks were shared online.

The Royal Courts of Justice in London, where the Court of Appeal reviewed the controversial sentences. Photo: AP
China economy

Opinion | When and how will China ease capital controls?

While China has reasons to maintain capital controls, the recent crackdown on three Hong Kong brokerages is not meant to discourage mainland outbound investment.

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India

India’s toxic crop waste could fuel global airlines, study finds

Airlines are desperate for clean fuel. India has mountains of harvest waste. Connecting the two could net billions, says a new report.

Education in Hong Kong

Should Hong Kong ban smartphones in schools and who makes final call?

No consensus exists among educators and parents in Hong Kong on whether there should be a blanket ban on gadgets, as seen in some countries.

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Food and Drinks

Gluten-free Chinese food in London? Why coeliac diners will love this dim sum

A London restaurateur, driven by maternal instinct, created a gluten-free dim sum menu, ensuring coeliac diners can enjoy Chinese cuisine.

The gluten-free dim sum selection at London’s Golden Phoenix, where Marina Lai-Lentz is the second-generation owner. Photo: Marina Lai-Lentz
Central Asia

Opinion | In today’s ‘great game’, Central Asian nations are no longer prizes to be won

Instead of being caught between great powers, the five Central Asian nations are using hegemonic rivalries to advance their own interests.

People walk past the Nur-Astana Mosque, the third largest mosque in Central Asia, in Astana, Kazakhstan, on May 25. Photo: AFP
China-EU relations

‘World without bearings’: Lorenzi sees economic conflict and unplottable fixes

Prominent French economist warns that Europe must reach strategic pact with Beijing and enact structural reforms as global order enters volatile era.

Beauty

The science of skincare, according to 111Skin’s co-founder – interview

Eva Alexandridis’ husband, Yannis, is a plastic surgeon who works at their clinic on London’s famous Harley Street – which also provides inspiration for new products.

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Science

As China narrows maths gap with US, Hong Kong bids to host 2030 global event

Top mathematicians see candidacy as ‘tipping point’, with one saying ‘moment has now arrived’ for finest Chinese students to study at home.

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Hong Kong's open immigration policy is a selling point for hosting global events. Photo: Karma Lo
China-UK relations

UK trade secretary hosts Chinese delegation in bid to boost services

Peter Kyle and China’s Commerce Minister Wang Wentao will launch an initiative to support UK businesses expanding their exports into China.

BN(O) passport

As I see it | Do BN(O) migrants dream of air conditioning?

Those who left Hong Kong for Britain may be missing the ubiquitous cooling in homes as the UK swelters this summer.

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Binance

UK investors sue Binance and founder Zhao Changpeng for US$200 million

Nearly 1,700 UK users have alleged that the world’s largest crypto exchange offered risky products without regulatory approval.

Binance founder and former CEO Zhao Changpeng. Photo: AFP
United States

UK may intervene in Paramount’s US$110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery

The culture chief said the deal, approved by the US and China, could have an impact on news, children’s TV and streaming services in Britain.

The UK has given Paramount and Warner Bros until July 6 to respond to concerns over the proposed mega-merger. Photo: Reuters
Drones

Self-flying jets, drones, no-crew subs: UK lays out new defence plan

While PM Keir Starmer says ‘cutting-edge capabilities’ will help to deter threats, critics say the rising defence budget should be even higher.

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Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Editorial | More younger non-local doctors will be to Hong Kong’s benefit

It is good that the government seeks to further relax rules to attract more doctors. High standards of practice also ought to be maintained.

Wimbledon

Djokovic sees off inspired Wu to reach Wimbledon second round

China’s Wu raised his level to snatch the second ‌set and kept up the pressure before Djokovic broke him and edged ahead ⁠in the contest.

Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates winning the men’s singles match against Wu Yibing of China at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on Monday. Photo: AP
Obituaries

Penelope Keith, star of classic British sitcom The Good Life, dead at 86

Bafta-winning Penelope Keith was a household name through her decades-spanning comedic roles on television, in film, radio and theatre.

Penelope Keith after she was made a Dame Commander for services to the arts and to charity in 2014. Photo: PA via AP
China trade

China opens new Central Asia rail link to strengthen supply chain resilience

Beijing’s push to develop a transcontinental rail network has reduced exposure to naval chokepoints, analyst says.

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Keir Starmer

‘Number 10 north’: UK’s Andy Burnham promises sweeping devolution

‘We’re stuck in a rut’: during a speech in Manchester he outlined plans, if he does become PM, to move some operations to the northern city.

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