9 h. ago Tesla can’t make Optimus robot for US$20,000 without China, humanoid experts say

As US-China trade war tariffs bite, mass production of Tesla’s Optimus ‘likely to be put on hold’, threatening Elon Musk’s plans, according to Chinese industry insiders.

Politics

14 h. ago US hits Chinese ships with hefty port fees in trade war escalation

Forecasters warn of global repercussions as Washington takes aim at China’s shipbuilding dominance.

Events

15 h. ago Surge in Chinese visitors in Bogota, says Colombian tourism official in Hong Kong

At industry summit, tourism director of Colombia’s capital says over 20,000 Chinese visited in 2024, up from 1,000 annually a few years ago.

Politics

18 h. ago The ‘stabiliser’? Why Japan is the most trusted power in Southeast Asia

Amid global uncertainty, Japan’s ‘diplomatic consistency’ and pacifist stance solidified its position as the most trusted major power in the region.

Politics

18 h. ago The ‘stabiliser’? Why Japan is Southeast Asia’s most trusted partner

Amid global uncertainty, Japan’s ‘diplomatic consistency’ and pacifist stance solidified its position as the most trusted major power.

Politics

20 h. ago Is China planning to declare shared control of Diaoyu Islands with Japan?

Security expert warns Beijing may unilaterally claim islets to be jointly administered and dispatch maritime militia there to boost presence.

Politics

21 h. ago Why the cowed silence amid Trump’s attacks on global trade and stability?

Many nations are avoiding confrontation due to caution or pragmatism. But this risks encouraging further actions that could destabilise the global order.

Politics

22 h. ago USTR Targets China's Maritime Dominance With New Fee Structure and U.S.

USTR Targets China's Maritime Dominance With New Fee Structure and U.S.-Build Incentives  gCaptain

Events

23 h. ago Trump adviser Stephen Miran demands other nations pay up for ‘global public goods’

Chairman of US president’s Council of Economic Advisers also wants multilateral ‘Mar-a-Lago Accord’ to weaken US dollar.

Politics

31 h. ago Trump’s trade war may trigger a global recession and undermine the U.S., experts say

Trump’s trade war may trigger a global recession and undermine the U.S., experts say  Los Angeles Times

Politics

34 h. ago ECB cuts interest rates for 7th time in a row amid global trade tension

The cut was widely expected by analysts given the sudden shadow cast by Trump’s April 2 announcement of unexpectedly high tariffs.

Events

34 h. ago European Central Bank cuts interest rates for 7th time in a row amid global trade tension

The cut was widely expected by analysts given the sudden shadow cast by Trump’s April 2 announcement of unexpectedly high tariffs.

Events

34 h. ago Talent war? China gears up for competition as global race heats up

Talent war? China gears up for competition as global race heats up  South China Morning Post

Sport

34 h. ago Global Distributors of Chinese Cinema to Be Recognized at Beijing International Film Festival

Global Distributors of Chinese Cinema to Be Recognized at Beijing International Film Festival  Variety

Culture

34 h. ago Bandung Spirit in the spotlight as Beijing hosts global conference marking its 70th anniversary

Bandung Spirit in the spotlight as Beijing hosts global conference marking its 70th anniversary  China Daily - Global Edition

Politics

36 h. ago Nvidia Is Willing to Deepen its Presence in China, CEO Says in Beijing

Nvidia Is Willing to Deepen its Presence in China, CEO Says in Beijing  The Information

Politics

39 h. ago Tech war: Nvidia CEO Huang says China a ‘key market’ on Beijing visit, as US bans AI chips

Huang arrived in Beijing on Thursday at the invitation of the state-backed China Council for the Promotion of International Trade.

Economics

39 h. ago Nvidia CEO calls China a ‘key market’ on Beijing visit, as US bans H20 chips

Nvidia CEO calls China a ‘key market’ on Beijing visit, as US bans H20 chips  South China Morning Post

Economics

39 h. ago Bishop Stephen Chow urges Hongkongers to ‘make a difference’ amid trade turmoil

In his Easter message, city’s top Catholic priest says residents should remain united in the face of bleak global sentiment amid intensifying US-China trade war.

Politics

41 h. ago ‘Unstoppable rise of China’ fuels Mandarin learning boom in Cambodia

As Chinese investment surges in the country, locals see language skills as key to business opportunities and economic growth.

Politics