5 d. ago Malaysia tightens chip regulations amid US scrutiny over Nvidia diversions to China

Malaysia is enhancing semiconductor tracking to reassure the US amid investigations into alleged Nvidia chip diversions to China.

Politics

7 d. ago AI boom drives record loans for data centres in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia has become a data-centre hotspot as tech multinationals diversify beyond China amid geopolitical tensions.

Politics

1 week ago China couple yearning for son have 9 girls, all named with character ‘di’, hoping for a boy

Many Chinese couples believe son can support them in old age, viewing daughter as akin to water that has been poured out when they marry.

Politics

2 w. ago Trump is surveying Australian academics about gender diversity and China – what does this mean for unis and their research?

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Politics

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

Politics

2 w. ago 4 China fun, dangerous festivals celebrate culture – climbing knife ladder, frog dancing

From risky blade climbing to legalised thievery, China’s cultural diversity makes the country home to numerous strange festivals.

Culture

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From risky blade climbing to legalised thievery, China’s cultural diversity makes the country home to numerous strange festivals.

Culture

2 w. ago China’s energy supply ‘quite secure’ amid diversified imports, expert contends

China has taken necessary steps to ensure ‘we are not dependent on any single nation or route’ for energy needs, top legislature deputy says.

Science

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iFlyTek plans to expand in Europe, diversifying its supply chain amid rising US-China trade tensions and aiming for new markets.

Events