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The latest breaking news and stories on the United States (US), a country in North America known as a federal republic, and the world’s largest economy. Also covering US-China relations, plus commentary and updates on US economy, politics, society, healthcare, military and crime.
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The report surveyed 447 geostrategists and foresight practitioners from government, private-sector, academic and non-profit institutions. Photo: AdobeStock
US-China relations

China may overtake US economically, still risk war in Taiwan Strait: survey

Most forecasters expect US military dominance to endure, even as many believe Beijing may try to seize the self-ruled island within a decade.

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US-China relations

Yaoning Sun gets 4 years in prison for acting as Beijing’s agent in California

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FBI

FBI releases images of masked, armed person at Nancy Guthrie’s door

China-India relations

China and India seek reset in talks, but old fault lines remain

Beijing stresses partnership and multilateralism; New Delhi underscores border stability, caution and gradual steps after years of strain.

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China’s Executive Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Ma Zhaoxu (left) and Vikram Misri, India’s foreign secretary, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photo: Handout
Canada

Carny speaks to Trump after he demands half of bridge that Canada paid for

The PM pointed out that the US$4.7 billion project – which the US refused to fund – is already jointly owned by the state of Michigan.

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Jeffrey Epstein

Trump commerce chief admits going to Epstein island, faces calls to resign

Newly released files contradict Howard Lutnick’s earlier claim that he had cut contact with the convicted sex offender.

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Religion

Walk for peace: Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 3,700km journey

Their message of compassion, which comes amid US tensions over Trump’s immigration crackdown, has won millions of supporters.

Monk Bhikkhu Pannakara waves as marchers in the Walk For Peace pass through Washington on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Germany

Trump’s cheeky dance with Lady Liberty to headline German carnival

German carnival float lampoons Trump, with satirical flair, showcasing political commentary and cheeky designs.

China Conference: Southeast Asia

Envoy urges ‘shared prosperity’ in China-Asean ties amid growing protectionism

Wang Qing says both sides should uphold multilateralism and oppose external interference, even as Asean members seek trade deals with US.

Britain

Starmer claims UK government ‘united’ amid calls to quit over Epstein fallout

Prime Minister Keir Starmer survives a dramatic day, weathering Epstein fallout and Labour rivals’ doubts over a leadership coup.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer leaves 10 Downing Street, after announcing he is not resigning and will be “concentrating on the job in hand”, officials said on Monday. Photo: dpa
US-China relations

Trump’s ‘vacillating’ China policy causing confidence crisis in allies: report

‘Sweeping destruction – rather than careful reforms and policy corrections – is the order of the day’, Munich Security Report 2026 says.

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Munich Security Report 2026 says “the world has entered a period of wrecking-ball politics”. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong tourism

‘Brilliant’ retail and dining revenue gives Hong Kong’s Ngong Ping 360 boost

Operator will introduce cable car night rides for the first time to headline its 20th anniversary celebrations.

Israel

Israel’s ‘de facto sovereignty’ of West Bank condemned as illegal annexation

Ministers admit new land rules aim to block a Palestinian state, a move the UN and Arab nations slam as a grave violation of international law.

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China Conference: Southeast Asia

Asean urged to rewrite trade rule book as US turns transactional

The US and China are the top two trading partners for Asean but it is questionable how long that status quo will last, observers say.

Mohamed Amersi (centre) and Bernardino Moningka Vega (right) take part in a plenary panel hosted by SCMP Executive Editor Zuraidah Ibrahim at the China Conference: Southeast Asia 2026 on Tuesday. Photo: SCMP
US-China relations

As Bessent tips next US-China trade talks, analysts see Trump-Xi meeting prep

Treasury Secretary Bessent confirms preparations for high-level dialogue, with analysts expecting a focus on specific transactional wins over a relationship reset.

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US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in December. Photo: Getty Images
Science

Will Musk’s moon pivot put SpaceX on collision course with China’s ambitions?

Elon Musk shifts short-term sights from Mars to the moon, where the race for prime space could pit company against Chinese research base.

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Semiconductors

Taiwan pushes back on Washington’s aggressive chip relocation demands

The new reality in geopolitics is the structural transformation from ‘made-in-Taiwan’ to ‘made-by-Taiwan’, according to one analyst.

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Cambodia

What US lifting of arms embargo on Cambodia means for defence ties

Analysts say Cambodia is likely to make only modest US arms purchases given its limited budget, and rely on Chinese weaponry for now.

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Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet (right) shakes hands with Samuel Paparo, commander of the US Indo-Pacific Command, in Phnom Penh on January 26. Photo: Agence Kampuchea Press via AP
2026 Olympic Winter Games

Meet Breezy Johnson, who won the US’ first gold medal at the Winter Olympics

The ski racer, who came out as bisexual in 2022, has made a stellar comeback following injury and a drug-testing-related suspension.

Hong Kong courts

Hong Kong businessman charged with providing surrogacy services overseas

Harcourt director Alfred Siu and company manager Lin Siu-fong charged with taking part in, and receiving payment for, surrogacy arrangement.

Family offices

Hong Kong adds 681 family offices as wealthy shift focus from US: Deloitte

The auditing firm’s survey shows a 25 per cent increase in the city’s single-family offices over two years, with the affluent wary of US volatility.

There were an estimated 3,384 single-family offices in Hong Kong by the end of last year. Photo: Sam Tsang
BN(O) passport

China’s UK embassy slams BN(O) expansion for ‘manipulating’ Jimmy Lai case

Embassy spokesman condemns ‘malicious’ move to expand migration pathway and accuses Britain of interfering in China’s domestic affairs.

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Hongkongers born between 1979 and 1997 whose parents did not apply to the BN(O) scheme on their behalf before the handover are now eligible. Photo: Fung Chang
Hong Kong politics

Ports row prompts Hong Kong investors to reassess stakes in Panama: John Lee

City leader also says Hong Kong government fully supports Beijing’s intention to safeguard rights of Chinese enterprises.

Americas and the Caribbean

Cuba warns airlines it’s almost out of fuel as US blockade tightens chokehold

Air Canada suspends Cuba flights as Havana warns it can no longer guarantee refuelling for international carriers.

Banking & finance

Mainland China’s investors pour into Hong Kong-listed drug stocks

An index tracking Stock Connect buying of 40 mainland drug firms gains 9 per cent in a week as China’s industry heft grows.

An employee works on a drug production line at a pharmaceutical company in Meishan, China, on January 30, 2024. Photo: NurPhoto via Getty Images
Cambodia

UK, US cybercrime cooperation ‘continues’ after Chen Zhi extradition to China

A senior Cambodian official tells SCMP that Phnom Penh is collaborating with Beijing, Washington and London in the investigations.

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Billionaire businessman Chen Zhi arrives in Beijing under armed police escort on January 7 to face cybercrime accusations. Photo: AFP
Luxury Hotels

Review | The Hollywood Grande offers good vibes in a prime Los Angeles location

Marriott Bonvoy recently took over the buzzy Thompson Hollywood from Hyatt, rebranding it as The Hollywood Grande – here’s what to know.

Hong Kong stock market

Hong Kong stocks extend rebound from tech turbulence as sentiment returns

Traders move on to focus on coming US economic data that could reshape the path to monetary easing by the Federal Reserve.

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