2 h. ago Bill to block Chinese student visas is introduced in US Congress

Republican legislation is opposed by some Democrats for its broad application: ‘security must be achieved with a scalpel, not a bludgeon’.

Politics

4 h. ago US asks Denmark for eggs as prices soar: How many can you send?

The request comes amid demands from Trump that Denmark hand over Greenland, as well as new tariffs on the EU and other countries.

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4 h. ago US asks Denmark for eggs as prices soar, and after Trump demands nation give up Greenland

The request comes amid demands from Trump that Denmark hand over Greenland, as well as new tariffs on the EU and other countries.

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4 h. ago G7 slams China’s ‘dangerous’ moves in South China Sea, voices support for Ukraine

Statement by foreign ministers gathered in Canada also highlights importance of ‘maintaining peace and stability’ across Taiwan Strait.

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4 h. ago G7 slams China’s ‘dangerous’ moves in South China Sea, voices strong support for Ukraine

Statement by foreign ministers gathered in Canada also highlights importance of ‘maintaining peace and stability’ across Taiwan Strait.

Politics

5 h. ago Mark Carney sworn in as Canadian prime minister, now faces Trump

Carney, a former head of both the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, is the first Canadian PM without any serious political experience.

Politics

5 h. ago Can Hong Kong’s Hutchison ride out storm over Panama ports deal after Beijing attack?

Experts say Hutchison, part of tycoon Li Ka-shing’s empire, is now caught in a dilemma and might end up being punished by both the United States and China.

Events

5 h. ago ‘Xenophobic’ US visa ban bill puts Chinese students in the geopolitical crosshairs – again

Legislation has only a low prospect of becoming law but candidates in China are weighing their options.

Politics

6 h. ago Trump says US had ‘very good’ talks with Putin, Ukraine war could end

Putin had used Thursday’s meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff to convey ‘signals’ to Trump.

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6 h. ago Philippines’ Duterte attends ICC hearing for crimes against humanity via video link

The 79-year-old was tired after flying to the Netherlands from the Philippines and was permitted to attend the session via video link.

Events

6 h. ago Hong Kong urged to speed up adoption of electric lorries and taxis

Civic Exchange also stresses importance of catching up with country’s environmental goals to ensure carbon emissions peak before 2030.

Politics

7 h. ago South China Morning Post wins 12 prizes at Hong Kong News Awards

Editor-in-chief Tammy Tam praises ‘outstanding’ work, as Post picks up awards across categories from writing and reporting to photography and design.

Events

7 h. ago Indonesia eyes strategic Middle East pivot to diversify from China and US

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

Politics

8 h. ago What Trump really wants is to be rid of a ‘loser war’ in Ukraine

Trump wants to revive US manufacturing, boost defence and see off the China threat. The last thing he wants is to inherit a ‘loser war’.

Politics

8 h. ago Hamas to release American hostage, Israel calls it ‘psychological warfare’

Hamas will also release the bodies of four other dual nationality hostages.

Events

8 h. ago China’s fiery criticism of Panama port deal puts pressure on Li Ka

The US$23 billion sale is not final, but needs no Chinese or Hong Kong approval, leaving CK Hutchison to decide whether to proceed, analysts say.

Events

8 h. ago Vietnam boosts China’s aviation ambitions with C909 deal move

Hanoi is reportedly paving the way to approve the country’s first deal to lease Chinese-made civilian aircraft.

Politics

9 h. ago Full text: Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran

Full text: Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran  Xinhua

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9 h. ago Hong Kong to spend at least HK$100 million studying new cross

Express railway beginning in Hung Shui Kiu in New Territories will feature co-location checkpoint in Shenzhen.

Economics

9 h. ago Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran

Joint Statement of the Beijing Meeting between China, Russia and Iran  CGTN

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