13 h. ago China’s BYD becomes Singapore’s favourite car brand, outselling Toyota for first time

The Chinese EV maker has surged ahead in the first four months of 2025, leaving Toyota and Tesla trailing behind.

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30 h. ago Xi Jinping calls for unity, Pakistan’s ‘ABC’ system against India: SCMP daily highlights

From Xi Jinping calling on countries to stand together to why top mathematicians are choosing China, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.

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34 h. ago Vietnam tycoon offers property empire to avoid death penalty in US$27 billion bank fraud

Property tycoon Truong My Lan has pledged to transform her undervalued assets into a “golden goose” to repay embezzled billions to escape the death penalty.

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36 h. ago From Prada to Samsung and Lego: Vietnam cracks down on fakes after US tariff threat

Documents reveal a finance ministry directive targeting fake Gucci bags, Samsung devices and Lego bricks as Hanoi tries to appease Washington.

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41 h. ago ‘No winners in tariff wars’ China’s Xi Jinping tells Latin American, Caribbean leaders

The Chinese leader is addressing the opening of a forum in Beijing of more than 30 countries from the two regions.

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41 h. ago China’s Xi Jinping urges countries to ‘stand united’ in face of global trade war

The Chinese leader’s call for unity was heard by representatives of more than 30 Latin American and Caribbean nations in Beijing.

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54 h. ago Trump says he may speak to China’s Xi Jinping this week, following tariff agreement

Comments follow negotiations in Switzerland this weekend, in which the two sides agreed to reduce tariffs for 90 days.

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54 h. ago Donald Trump says he may speak to Xi Jinping this week following US

‘Total reset’ in bilateral relations achieved, he adds, after weekend talks in Switzerland yield agreed reduction in tariffs for 90 days.

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57 h. ago Singapore ministers Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat threaten legal action over corruption claims

Ong Ye Kung and Chee Hong Tat accuse a Facebook user of false corruption allegations about their relationship with convicted money launderer Su Haijin.

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59 h. ago Singaporean actress Eleanor Lee denies ‘idiot’ Chinese comment: ‘definitely not what I said’

Eleanor Lee addresses a leaked audio controversy, denying derogatory remarks about Chinese nationals, expressing gratitude for her career in China.

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61 h. ago Philippines votes in midterm polls that could seal Sara Duterte’s fate

A bitter feud between political dynasties is playing out at the ballot box, with the Senate’s make-up set to decide the vice-president’s future.

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67 h. ago Philippines’ detained Duterte expected to win Davao mayor race from ICC custody

The incarcerated ex-president is tipped to reclaim his mayoral seat in Monday’s midterm elections, while his allies fight for Senate control.

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4 d. ago Marcos touts Philippines economic gains ahead of midterm election

The president also repeated his pledge to defend Philippine territory, as his government contends with lingering tensions with Beijing.

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4 d. ago No ‘radical changes’ from Australia as Albanese looks to shore up alliances

Canberra expected to continue managing close US relationship as it leans towards boosting ties with Southeast Asia, analysts note.

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5 d. ago Russia’s Putin vows victory in Ukraine as Trump pushes for 30

China’s President Xi Jinping and other world leaders join Russia’s Vladimir Putin to watch military parade in Moscow’s Red Square.

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5 d. ago In Europe, Xi Jinping’s Russia trip casts a shadow over China’s charm offensive

China celebrates 50 years of diplomatic relations with the European Union as the Chinese leader attends Vladimir Putin’s military parade.

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5 d. ago China’s He Lifeng: Xi Jinping’s ally leading trade talks with US

China’s He Lifeng: Xi Jinping’s ally leading trade talks with US  Financial Times

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6 d. ago Donald Trump announces US trade deal with Britain, suggests call with Xi Jinping for China

Agreement marks first such pact secured by American leader’s administration since launching sweeping effort to overhaul global trade system.

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6 d. ago Xi Jinping tries to press China’s advantage in South America

Xi Jinping tries to press China’s advantage in South America  The Economist

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6 d. ago Vladimir Putin welcomes China's Xi Jinping in Moscow ahead of Victory Day

Vladimir Putin welcomes China's Xi Jinping in Moscow ahead of Victory Day  Euronews.com

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