20 h. ago What’s behind the calls for Mindanao to secede from the Philippines?

Calls for Mindanao’s secession from the Philippines have erupted anew after a sitting lawmaker released a viral video echoing rhetoric once championed by former president Rodrigo Duterte, in a move analysts warn risks inflaming tensions and destabilising an already volatile political landscape. Observers say the renewed push, amplified by the ex-president’s allies and a network of online influencers, appears aimed at deflecting attention from corruption scandals and an ongoing International...

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41 h. ago Evangelista’s wealth under fire, Singaporeans flock to Johor: 7 Asia highlights

We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week 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. US call centre bill threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom As dusk settles over Angeles City, Justin Cunanan prepares for another long night. While the rest of the Philippines sleeps, he joins millions of his compatriots powering a global industry that is...

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41 h. ago Pat Conroy says China’s claims RAAF aircraft illegally entered its airspace ‘factually incorrect’ – as it happened

Pat Conroy says China’s claims RAAF aircraft illegally entered its airspace ‘factually incorrect’ – as it happened  The Guardian

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42 h. ago Australia news live: China claims RAAF aircraft ‘illegally’ entered its airspace during flares incident

Australia news live: China claims RAAF aircraft ‘illegally’ entered its airspace during flares incident  The Guardian

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62 h. ago ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Cup of China 2025: Preview, schedule, how to watch live figure skating action from Chongqing

ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix Cup of China 2025: Preview, schedule, how to watch live figure skating action from Chongqing  Olympics.com

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67 h. ago China’s naval ‘genius’; 2 million Filipinos’ jobs on the line: 5 weekend reads

We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. US call centre bill threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom 2. Chinachem Tower blaze in Hong Kong’s Central put out after 4-hour battle, 4 hurt 3. The aircraft carrier champion and naval genius behind China’s blue sea strategy 4. Man accused of running Cambodian scam farm empire...

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4 d. ago US call centre bill threatens Philippines’ US$30 billion outsourcing boom

As dusk settles over Angeles City, Justin Cunanan prepares for another long night. While the rest of the Philippines sleeps, he joins millions of his compatriots powering a global industry that is now facing threats from both Washington and Silicon Valley. For the next nine hours, the 33-year-old will field customer service calls for a company based in the United States. The night shift is gruelling, but for Cunanan, who previously worked in hospitality, the benefits of a business process...

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5 d. ago Hong Kong FinTech Week expects investment ‘action’, InvestHK says

Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025 in November aims to be an all-in-one marketplace for global cutting-edge technologies, with international buyers from areas including the Middle East and Global South coming to the city to shop for opportunities, according to senior InvestHK officials. Last year’s event was almost like a “study trip” for some delegations, according to King Leung, head of financial services and fintech at the government agency, which is responsible for attracting foreign direct...

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6 d. ago China says it expelled Philippine planes from disputed South China Sea reef

China said it had expelled two Philippine aircraft near the disputed Scarborough Shoal on Thursday in the second confrontation between the two rival South China Sea claimants in as many days. Liu Dejun, a spokesman for the Chinese coastguard, said two Philippine reconnaissance aircraft had “illegally entered Chinese air space above Huangyan Island” (the Chinese name for Scarborough Shoal). He added that the planes had been expelled in “accordance with laws and regulations”. The previous day the...

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7 d. ago US officials blast China's actions on rare earths, urge Beijing to back down

US officials blast China's actions on rare earths, urge Beijing to back down  Yahoo

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7 d. ago Treasury Secretary Bessent says a stock market decline won't deter the U.S. from taking strong action against China

Treasury Secretary Bessent says a stock market decline won't deter the U.S. from taking strong action against China  CNBC

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7 d. ago China’s top party journal urges action to boost confidence ahead of fourth plenum

China’s ruling Communist Party’s leading theoretical journal has urged authorities to better manage market expectations, improve policy predictability and pay closer attention to public sentiment – ahead of a closed-door meeting of senior officials to discuss the next five-year plan and as trade tensions with the United States mount. In a Wednesday article, Qiushi – a leading platform for disseminating official policies and ideas – called on policymakers to better time policy implementation,...

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8 d. ago US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing’s actions, US trade chief Greer tells CNBC

US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing’s actions, US trade chief Greer tells CNBC  The Straits Times

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8 d. ago US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing’s actions, USTR Greer tells CNBC By Reuters

US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing’s actions, USTR Greer tells CNBC By Reuters  Investing.com

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8 d. ago US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing's actions, USTR Greer tells CNBC

US tariffs on China on Nov 1 depend on Beijing's actions, USTR Greer tells CNBC  TradingView

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9 d. ago U.S. Statement on Dangerous Chinese Actions in the South China Sea

U.S. Statement on Dangerous Chinese Actions in the South China Sea  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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9 d. ago Why is China cracking down on a Christian group? Beijing's action on Zion Church and a ‘tariff connection’, explained | Latest News India

Why is China cracking down on a Christian group? Beijing's action on Zion Church and a ‘tariff connection’, explained | Latest News India  Hindustan Times

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1 week ago US condemns China’s actions after Philippine ship rammed in South China Sea

US condemns China’s actions after Philippine ship rammed in South China Sea  FOX 10 Phoenix

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1 week ago Philippines calls China's actions 'bullying'; Beijing blames Manila for 'illegally' entering waters

Philippines calls China's actions 'bullying'; Beijing blames Manila for 'illegally' entering waters  WION

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1 week ago China urges US to ‘correct its wrong actions’ and put trade talks back on track

China urges US to ‘correct its wrong actions’ and put trade talks back on track  South China Morning Post

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