33 y. ago The Sydney Morning Herald from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • Page 12

The Sydney Morning Herald from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia • Page 12  Newspapers.com

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1 hour ago Japan man hides dad’s body in wardrobe for 2 years to avoid funeral costs, faces fraud probe

Some speculate that man intends to claim extra pension benefits, while others express sympathy.

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3 h. ago Philippines urged to ‘strategically’ work with China amid US tariff tensions

It follows a call from a Chinese envoy for the Philippines and fellow Asean members to be united in safeguarding free trade.

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3 h. ago Marxism and meal plans: cadres tackle weighty issues at China’s top party school

Promising young and mid-ranking officials given ‘life-changing’ lessons on political doctrine, loyalty, and how to look after their health.

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3 h. ago Hong Kong customs seizes 2.6 tonnes of drugs worth HK$1 billion in first quarter

More than 100 arrested in air-land-sea anti-narcotics operation, with 33 per cent increase in haul compared with same period in 2024.

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5 h. ago China Reiterates Hitting 2025 Growth Target Amid Trade Tension

China Reiterates Hitting 2025 Growth Target Amid Trade Tension  Bloomberg.com

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5 h. ago Boeing’s return flight highlights America Inc’s exposure to China

Boeing’s return flight highlights America Inc’s exposure to China  Financial Times

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5 h. ago Why the Philippines can’t ignore China’s Southeast Asia pivot

Beijing’s focus on regional stability and trade openness presents both challenges and opportunities that Manila can’t afford to overlook.

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5 h. ago Why does China’s ‘queen’ entrepreneur Dong Mingzhu shun jobseekers educated overseas?

Chinese businesswoman divides opinion by saying her company won’t hire overseas-educated executives due to security concerns.

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6 h. ago Donald Trump claims China’s Xi called him on tariffs, despite Beijing’s denials

Donald Trump claims China’s Xi called him on tariffs, despite Beijing’s denials  Hong Kong Free Press

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6 h. ago Trump demands "substantial" concessions from Beijing, calls for an "Open China"

Trump demands "substantial" concessions from Beijing, calls for an "Open China"  Dimsum Daily

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7 h. ago US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans

US Treasury's Bessent urges Asian Development Bank to move towards ending China loans  Reuters

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7 h. ago Why China is taking a much tougher stance towards Donald Trump this time round

Beijing has shown no signs it wants to make concessions after Trump’s behaviour in his first term soured relations.

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8 h. ago Trump’s fixation on a tariff battle win against China could cost him the trade war

Trump’s fixation on a tariff battle win against China could cost him the trade war  Politico

Economics

10 h. ago China showcases its neighbourhood diplomacy across Southeast Asia

President Xi Jinping’s recent trip to Vietnam, Malaysia and Cambodia highlighted China’s commitment to fostering regional harmony.

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10 h. ago Cargo Shipments From China to U.S. Slide Toward a Standstill

Cargo Shipments From China to U.S. Slide Toward a Standstill  WSJ

Transport

10 h. ago Pentagon Prepared Briefing for Musk on Top Secret U.S. Weapons for China War

Pentagon Prepared Briefing for Musk on Top Secret U.S. Weapons for China War  WSJ

Events

11 h. ago Trump is trashing electric vehicles. China is building cars the world wants

Trump is trashing electric vehicles. China is building cars the world wants  The Washington Post

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12 h. ago Is the U.S. Talking to China About Tariffs? Trump Says Yes, Beijing Says No.

Is the U.S. Talking to China About Tariffs? Trump Says Yes, Beijing Says No.  Barron's

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12 h. ago Trump wants China concessions, is doubtful on another tariff pause

The US president says he will not drop duties on China unless Beijing offers ‘something substantial’ in return.

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