5 d. ago Hong Kong and Nansha target global drone benchmark via cross

Hong Kong has taken a significant stride towards cross-border drone flights by teaming up with Nansha in mainland China to develop unified standards, policies and validation pathways through joint tests and trials – an effort that could set a global benchmark. The collaboration follows an accord signed on December 25 between the Hong Kong Productivity Council and Nansha’s International Advanced Technology Application and Promotion Centre (GBA). Edmond Lai Shiao-bun, the council’s chief digital...

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8 d. ago China’s ‘sweep and kill’ weapon, Malaysians opting for Singapore: SCMP’s 7 highlights

We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China’s Hurricane 3000 microwave weapon can ‘sweep and kill’ drone swarms at 3km The truck-mounted Hurricane 3000 was showcased during China’s huge military parade in September. This week its developer – state-owned defence contractor...

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1 week ago China’s powerful new microwave weapon system can destroy drone swarms within 3km

China’s new high-power microwave system to counter drones has a longer range than its US military equivalent, according to its developer. The truck-mounted Hurricane 3000 was showcased during China’s huge military parade in September. This week its developer – state-owned defence contractor Norinco – disclosed some details of the weapon system for the first time. “Its effective interception range exceeds 3km [1.86 miles] against light and small [unmanned aerial vehicles] and drone swarms,...

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1 week ago Canton Fair: Yumart Showcases Its Leading China Hot Sale Soy Sauce Brands To Global Buyers

Canton Fair: Yumart Showcases Its Leading China Hot Sale Soy Sauce Brands To Global Buyers  The Courier-Journal

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2 w. ago Beijing exhibition showcases zodiac designs ahead of Year of the Horse

Beijing exhibition showcases zodiac designs ahead of Year of the Horse  China.org.cn

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2 w. ago Beijing exhibition showcases evolving art of calligraphy, seal carving

Beijing exhibition showcases evolving art of calligraphy, seal carving  China.org.cn

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2 w. ago Beijing hosts exhibition showcasing China's manufacturing progress

Beijing hosts exhibition showcasing China's manufacturing progress  Global Times

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3 w. ago Forum highlights role of collections in showcasing Chinese culture

Forum highlights role of collections in showcasing Chinese culture  China Daily - Global Edition

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3 w. ago China praises joint effort with US after pair sentenced for drug

China is highlighting its success in joint law enforcement with the sentencing of two men in a drug-related money laundering case following a tip-off from the United States. Amid recent momentum in US-China cooperation to combat narcotics crimes, Chinese state media has outlined the prosecution of the pair who were charged with money laundering for drug dealers. The People’s Daily stated on Saturday that officers in Shenyang, in northeast China’s Liaoning province, had received information in...

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3 w. ago China showcases US joint effort after pair sentenced over drugs

China has highlighted its success in joint law enforcement with the US, with state media publishing a rare report on a drugs-related money laundering case triggered by a tip-off from American authorities. Two men were sentenced in September in the case spanning both nations, the People’s Daily reported last week. This comes amid renewed US-China momentum against drug crimes, showcasing steady bilateral progress in anti-narcotics enforcement. Officers in Shenyang, in northeast China’s Liaoning...

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