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Brendan Carr, chairman of the US Federal Communications Commission, delivers a speech at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on March 3. Photo: AFP
US-China tech war

US FCC probing if Huawei, other Chinese firms are seeking to evade curbs

Other companies under investigation include ZTE, Hikvision, China Mobile and China Telecom.

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China-EU relations

EU trade official downplays likelihood of Trump triggering warm ties with China

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China’s military

Western sanctions on China, Russia do little to change their minds: analysts

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Defence

Trump unveils plans for secretive F-47 fighter jet, as US eyes China threat

The next-generation aircraft will lead a fleet of drones designed to penetrate the air defences of China and any other potential foes.

Boeing renderings of the next-generation fighter jet, dubbed the F-47, depict a flat, tailless aircraft with a sharp nose. Image: Boeing
Elon Musk

Trump vows direct talks with Xi, rules out Musk from China strategy

American president makes clear he does not want ‘potential war’ with Beijing as he touts his ‘great relationship’ with Chinese leader.

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Donald Trump

China-US grand bargain not on horizon but small deals within reach: analysts

The big questions between the two countries are unlikely to be settled over the next four years, observer says.

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The Philippines

Hegseth’s Manila visit ahead of Balikatan signals strong US-Philippines ties

US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth’s visit is seen as an important step in strengthening Washington’s alliances in the Asia-Pacific.

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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is expected to visit the Philippines this month, ahead of joint drills between the countries. Photo: TNS
China-Japan relations

US military cuts: are ‘budget hawks’ getting upper hand over ‘China hawks’?

With US troops in Japan on ‘chopping block’ analysts say those in South Korea might face cuts too, and it may weaken deterrence against China.

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China-Russia relations

Closer China-Iran ties could provoke US into ‘harsher’ response on nuclear issue: analysts

Beijing’s successful multilateral talks with Tehran and Moscow may lead to more pressure from Washington, experts warn.

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United States

Opinion | The decline of the American empire: how Trumpism threatens democracy worldwide

The United States once championed democracy. Now it is retreating behind militarism, demagoguery and despotism.

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Donald Trump at a rally in Texas in 2023. Photo: AFP
China economy

Editorial | Beijing’s ambitious plan can help to prime the consumption pump

Communist Party Central Committee and State Council issue 30-point action plan aimed at reviving Chinese economy and stoking domestic spending.

Locals shop at a market in China’s Hunan Province. Photo: Xinhua
Mainland China

US-China rivalry forcing Southeast Asia to pick sides, congressional panel hears

Washington urged to adopt a sector-by-sector approach to the region, shaping its choices before Beijing does.

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China-EU relations

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez to meet Xi in China next month

Sanchez’s April visit will take place over the 20th anniversary of a partnership agreement between Spain and China.

US-Iran tensions

US slaps Iran-related sanctions on oil tankers, Chinese ‘teapot’ refinery

China is largest importer of Iranian oil and ‘teapot’ refiners are private Chinese refineries that are primary buyers of Iranian oil.

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The US Treasury Department building in Washington. Photo: AP
Hong Kong politics

BlackRock-Hutchison Panama ports deal: 25-year timeline to troubled waters

From Trump’s vow to retake Panama Canal to Beijing’s scathing attack on Hutchison’s deal, the Post chronicles the latest developments.

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CK Hutchison’s decision to sell its stakes in the Panama Canal ports is facing intense criticism. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong politics

Hong Kong government warn external parties of intervening in Jimmy Lai trial

Caution comes after US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said getting the former media tycoon out of prison was a ‘priority’.

Science

China’s rare earth dominance could crumble in 10 years, CAS study forecasts

Modelling suggests ‘fundamental shifts’ are under way with Africa, South America, Australia and Greenland emerging as competitors.

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Robotics

Robot wars: why this week was a game-changer for the US-China humanoid race

From ‘kung fu bots’ to new production lines, the race to mass produce humanlike robots is accelerating on both sides of the Pacific.

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Unitree’s G1 robot performs a series of kung fu kicks in a demo video released in February. Photo: Unitree

China urges US to stop ‘discriminatory’ measures against Chinese students

Foreign ministry says US should protect student rights after House chair requests detailed information about Chinese nationals at top institutions.

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US-China trade war

Opinion | The rise of China and the retreat of the US: a new global empire takes shape

With the US putting up walls of protectionism and denial, the 21st century belongs to a resilient, dynamic Chinese empire.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Hutchison stays mum on plan to sell port assets amid Panama spat, China rebuke

No event that might require disclosure was identified, Hutchison said, leaving the onus on shareholders to question the directors at its AGM on May 22.

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The entrance of the Balboa Port in Panama. Photo: Reuters
Hong Kong

Hutchison’s Panama ports deal: everything you need to know about the saga

From scathing attacks over sell-off to a closer look at BlackRock, here are some highlights from our coverage of Hutchison’s Panama ports deal.

A cargo ship sails past the Panama Canal’s Port of Balboa, managed by CK Hutchison Holdings on March 13. Photo: AP
Science

Former US defence researcher Zhan Hanyu joins China’s elite aerospace university

Zhan joins university named on US Entity List because of ties to China’s military after involvement in many American research projects.

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Banking & finance

Ontario Teachers’ departure is Hong Kong’s loss, Singapore’s gain

Canada’s third-largest pension fund will wind down its operations over the next 18 months, spokesman says.

Hong Kong economy

Black eye for BlackRock-Hutchison Panama ports deal? Not so easy, say experts

Legal tools to smash the sale are not really available as Hong Kong is a very free place for business, observers say.

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The deal will give the BlackRock-led consortium control of the two ports in the Panama Canal, as well 41 others. Photo: Reuters
US-China trade war

What’s behind the pro-Beijing camp’s criticism of the Panama ports deal?

The backlash against Hutchison’s ports sell-off is designed to send a message to other Chinese firms with overseas assets, analysts say.

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A cargo ship sails past the Panama Canal’s Port of Balboa. CK Hutchison’s decision to sell off the port and other assets to a US consortium has attracted intense criticism in China. Photo: AP
US-China trade war

Editorial | Walmart’s bid to force China to pay Trump tariffs is unacceptable

Chinese suppliers with already razor-thin margins should not have to bear the costs of Washington’s trade war.

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China's military weapons

Opinion | As China modernises its navy, the US races to stay ahead

As the US focuses on shipbuilding to operate among rivals in the Pacific and Arctic, it must overcome financial and technological hurdles.

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