64 m. ago Volkswagen, GM, Nissan adopt Chinese technology as they strive to win back EV market share

More than a dozen new EV models from foreign giants at Auto Shanghai feature the latest Chinese technologies in battery, digital cockpit and self-driving.

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10 h. ago How Trump’s tariff chaos is bringing China’s ‘trade circle of friends’ closer

Washington’s hardline approach is likely to boost Beijing’s ties with Brazil and Latin America in general, according to analysts.

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12 h. ago Chinese astronauts touch down, senior PLA official ousted: SCMP daily highlights

From a difficult return to Earth to a US show of force near the Philippines, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

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12 h. ago How Hong Kong can tap tourism benefits of Beijing’s eased tax refunds for visitors

Tourism sector leaders say multi-destination tourism in Greater Bay Area can help to lure visitors planning trips around the country.

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12 h. ago How Hong Kong can tap tourism benefits of Beijing’s eased tax rules for visitors

How Hong Kong can tap tourism benefits of Beijing’s eased tax rules for visitors  South China Morning Post

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12 h. ago How Hong Kong can reap benefits of Beijing’s eased tax refund rules for visitors

Industry leaders say multi-destination tourism in Greater Bay Area can help to lure visitors planning trips around the country.

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14 h. ago Philippines’ new digital nomad visa: a boost for tourism or Pogo loophole?

Strict laws should be put in place to prevent these visas from being exploited by banned offshore gaming operators, critics warn.

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17 h. ago Opinion | 4 ways China can reverse its population decline and boost consumption

Opinion | 4 ways China can reverse its population decline and boost consumption  South China Morning Post

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17 h. ago Filipino cardinal tipped to become next pope: ‘if I were God, I wouldn’t choose me’

Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines has a history of advocating for the poor, migrants and other marginalised people.

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27 h. ago China’s Shandong carrier makes rare show of force as US and Philippines hold joint drills

Aircraft carrier’s moves showcase China’s capacity for ‘rapid and frequent’ missions as it refines blue-water capabilities, analysts say.

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32 h. ago Are Shein and Temu Prices Going Up? What to Know as Trump Ends De Minimis Tariff Loophole

Are Shein and Temu Prices Going Up? What to Know as Trump Ends De Minimis Tariff Loophole  The New York Times

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36 h. ago Beijing accelerates on innovation: a biennial plan to integrate blockchain into the digital infrastructure

Beijing accelerates on innovation: a biennial plan to integrate blockchain into the digital infrastructure  The Cryptonomist

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37 h. ago Beijing Should Bolster Social Security to Boost Consumption, Researchers Say

Beijing Should Bolster Social Security to Boost Consumption, Researchers Say  Caixin Global

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40 h. ago Taiwan sets up platform for coordinated response to undersea cable disruptions

Authorities say there have been two incidents of major damage to the island’s ‘digital lifeline’ this year, claiming Beijing was behind them.

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40 h. ago Philippines to slash rice prices in half to aid voters amid May election campaign

The programme will cost the Marcos government about US$178 million to help the poor, but critics say it is a tool to support government candidates in midterm polls.

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59 h. ago China and the Philippines both plant their flags on the same disputed sandbar

China and the Philippines both plant their flags on the same disputed sandbar  NBC News

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61 h. ago Why Sandy Cay matters: Philippines and China stake rival claims in South China Sea dispute

Experts interpret Manila’s counter flag-raising as an effort to resist Beijing’s creeping jurisdiction.

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62 h. ago Katy Perry to perform first shows in mainland China since Taiwan controversy

American pop star expected to hold concerts in Hangzhou in November – years after she was denied visa for dress seen as protest symbol.

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65 h. ago China and the Philippines Spar Over a Sandbar in the South China Sea

China and the Philippines Spar Over a Sandbar in the South China Sea  The New York Times

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65 h. ago China and Philippines clash over disputed Sandy Cay in the Spratly Islands

Beijing urges Manila to ‘stop its infringement’ after Philippine personnel land on reef that has become flashpoint in South China Sea.

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