70 m. ago Mark Carney sworn in as Canadian prime minister, now faces Trump

Carney, a former head of both the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, is the first Canadian PM without any serious political experience.

Politics

72 m. ago Can Hong Kong’s Hutchison ride out storm over Panama ports deal after Beijing attack?

Experts say Hutchison, part of tycoon Li Ka-shing’s empire, is now caught in a dilemma and might end up being punished by both the United States and China.

Events

86 m. ago Tough G7 Statement Drops 'One China' Reference From Taiwan Language

Tough G7 Statement Drops 'One China' Reference From Taiwan Language  U.S. News & World Report

Politics

1 hour ago ‘Xenophobic’ US visa ban bill puts Chinese students in the geopolitical crosshairs – again

Legislation has only a low prospect of becoming law but candidates in China are weighing their options.

Politics

2 h. ago Trump says US had ‘very good’ talks with Putin, Ukraine war could end

Putin had used Thursday’s meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff to convey ‘signals’ to Trump.

Politics

3 h. ago DeepSeek, a National Treasure in China, is Now Being Closely Guarded

DeepSeek, a National Treasure in China, is Now Being Closely Guarded  The Information

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3 h. ago South China Morning Post wins 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards

Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam praises ‘outstanding’ work, as Post picks up awards across categories from writing and reporting to photography and design.

Events

3 h. ago Indonesia eyes strategic Middle East pivot to diversify from China and US

With a focus on trade, infrastructure and defence, Indonesia aims to leverage the region’s substantial wealth and cultural ties.

Politics

4 h. ago Bank of China sets up $7 billion fund to support technology development

Bank of China sets up $7 billion fund to support technology development  Reuters.com

Economics

4 h. ago What Trump really wants is to be rid of a ‘loser war’ in Ukraine

Trump wants to revive US manufacturing, boost defence and see off the China threat. The last thing he wants is to inherit a ‘loser war’.

Politics

4 h. ago Tesla to Launch Cheaper Model Y in China Amid Growing Competition, Report Says

Tesla to Launch Cheaper Model Y in China Amid Growing Competition, Report Says  Investopedia

Politics

4 h. ago China’s fiery criticism of Panama port deal puts pressure on Li Ka

The US$23 billion sale is not final, but needs no Chinese or Hong Kong approval, leaving CK Hutchison to decide whether to proceed, analysts say.

Events

4 h. ago Vietnam boosts China’s aviation ambitions with C909 deal move

Hanoi is reportedly paving the way to approve the country’s first deal to lease Chinese-made civilian aircraft.

Politics

5 h. ago Full text: Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran

Full text: Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran  Xinhua

Politics

5 h. ago Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran

Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran  CGTN

Politics

5 h. ago Tesla Develops Cheaper Model Y in China to Battle Growing Competition

Tesla Develops Cheaper Model Y in China to Battle Growing Competition  The Wall Street Journal

Events

5 h. ago Towngas Smart Energy’s 2024 profit rises as bets on China’s renewable energy pay off

Net profit rose 2 per cent to HK$1.6 billion (US$206 million), while revenue increased 7.4 per cent to HK$21.3 billion.

Economics

5 h. ago This could be Tesla’s next plan to recoup China market share

This could be Tesla’s next plan to recoup China market share  MarketWatch

Politics

5 h. ago Russia Is Using Bitcoin And Crypto For Its Oil Trades With China And India

Russia Is Using Bitcoin And Crypto For Its Oil Trades With China And India  Bitcoin Magazine

Politics

5 h. ago How Is the Palace Museum in Beijing Strengthening China’s Cultural Ties with Greece, India, Kenya, and the UAE?

How Is the Palace Museum in Beijing Strengthening China’s Cultural Ties with Greece, India, Kenya, and the UAE?  Travel And Tour World

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