69 m. ago More departures than arrivals in Hong Kong as ‘golden week’ kicks off

So far, nearly 63,000 mainland tourists have flocked to Hong Kong while more than 80,000 residents have left for other destinations.

Politics

1 hour ago Kamala Harris takes aim at Trump in first major speech since leaving office

Former vice-president says Americans are now facing ‘the greatest man-made economic crisis in modern presidential history’.

Politics

2 h. ago Who is better off after MPF mechanism abolition, Hong Kong workers or bosses?

The Post examines the effect of the cancellation of the MPF offsetting mechanism that used to allow bosses to dip into staff pensions.

Economics

3 h. ago Beijing delays US trade talks amid Trump team divisions, eyes tariff fallout in July

Beijing delays US trade talks amid Trump team divisions, eyes tariff fallout in July  Malay Mail

Politics

3 h. ago Trump believes in ‘good chance’ of China trade deal as US envoy says no talks under way

President continues to promote tariff policy as US Commerce Department releases data indicating GDP contracted for first time in 3 years.

Politics

3 h. ago How Trump deal, Pakistan could derail India’s warming China ties

Analysts say India’s tariff negotiations with the US and conflict with neighbour could also complicate Beijing’s push in Global South.

Politics

4 h. ago Japan must ‘resolutely reject’ Trump’s US military cost demand: ex

‘Japan has already been paying more than enough for defence,’ Seiji Maehara says.

Events

4 h. ago Japan seeks regional sway as PM Ishiba courts Vietnam, Philippines on trade and security

Ishiba’s visits follow Chinese President Xi Jinping’s own tour of the region, reflecting a broader competition for influence.

Events

5 h. ago A stronger China waits to see which Trump adviser will come out on top on tariffs: sources

Beijing is holding off on trade talks to determine which way the wind blows in the divided White House, sources says.

Politics

5 h. ago Exclusive | China waits to see which Trump adviser will come out on top on tariffs: sources

Exclusive | China waits to see which Trump adviser will come out on top on tariffs: sources  South China Morning Post

Politics

5 h. ago The SMC: what to see at the Shanghai AI incubator visited by Xi Jinping

The Chinese president toured the Shanghai Foundation Model Innovation Centre on Tuesday to highlight the country’s vast potential in AI.

Politics

6 h. ago Nvidia CEO urges Trump to change rules for AI chip exports to spread US tech globally

Jensen Huang also cautions that China is growing into a formidable rival in technology, singling out Huawei.

Politics

6 h. ago Japan urged to reduce US reliance amid Trump uncertainty, and embrace Global South

Japanese business leaders are urging the country to diversify trade beyond the US to mitigate risks associated with over-reliance on one economy.

Politics

6 h. ago Pandas and Bun Festival among Hong Kong’s ‘golden week’ trends for mainland tourists

Many mainland visitors turn to social media platform RedNote for top recommendations of things to do over the holiday.

Politics

6 h. ago China’s C919 stuck on tarmac in Europe as certification timeline extended

European regulator says approval for the C919 could take three to six years, dashing hopes China’s jet would pass inspection in 2025.

Politics

7 h. ago ‘All for nothing’: Hong Kong workers complain of losing jobs to imported labour

Over the past six months, 200 restaurant employees have reported being sacked and replaced by workers who came to the city via an import scheme.

Society

7 h. ago No China talks under way, Trump trade chief says, but other deals are close

Negotiations are with India are not ‘finish-line close’, however, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says.

Politics

7 h. ago Japan’s faith in US falters as ‘erratic’ Trump raises doubts on security commitments: poll

Japanese scepticism is growing as more than three-quarters of citizens doubt US military support under Trump, despite security assurances.

Politics

8 h. ago Beijing blames US for Covid pandemic in astonishing new report

Beijing blames US for Covid pandemic in astonishing new report  Daily Express

Events

10 h. ago Are Shein and Temu Prices Going Up? What to Know as Trump Ends a Tariff Loophole

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

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