Why the next pope may be Asian or African
The centre of faith is moving away from the West, a shift that could add impetus to the late pope’s reforms.
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South China Sea: China blames Philippine activity for coral damage at disputed Sandy Cay
New government report concludes degradation caused by combination of natural and human activity, including nearby Philippine construction projects.
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At G20 in Washington, top Chinese officials slam trade war as talks remain elusive
Central bank governor and finance minister address G20 ministers, and Trump continues to claim meetings with China are taking place.
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Hong Kong can help mainland firms ‘break through’ US trade barriers: John Lee
City leader tells Ningbo forum that Hong Kong poised to expand role in providing supply chain services to reach new markets.
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South Korea supermarket stabbing spree leaves 1 dead
Local police are investigating whether the suspect has a history of mental illness and the reason for the attack.
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Trump calls Harvard a ‘liberal mess’ in fresh attack on university
The US president is seeking unprecedented levels of government control over the inner workings of the prestigious school.
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China puts onus on stability as Beijing vows domestic support amid US trade war
China’s Politburo says authorities will roll out specific plans to companies and individuals being affected by the trade war.
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Trump’s ‘anxious’ tariff remark, Hong Kong Mandarin Oriental makeover: SCMP’s 7 highlights
From China unveiling a stealth jet advance to Hong Kong Mandarin Oriental hotel’s makeover, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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Yemen’s Houthis down Reaper drones worth US$200 million as Pentagon losses mount
The US president has pledged to use ‘overwhelming lethal force’ until the rebels stop attacking Red Sea ships.
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Indonesia to keep EV battery goal after LG-led JV’s ‘very significant’ exit
China-backed Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt will replace LG Energy Solution, which pulled out due to ‘market conditions’, in a mega EV project.
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Advanced digital cockpits give Chinese EVs ‘overwhelming advantage’ in Russia, vendors say
With large screens and high-quality audio systems, Chinese cars are ready to run infotainment software Russian drivers favour, vendor says.
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Donald Trump’s former envoy to China says US tariff cuts could come soon
According to Terry Branstad there may be some movement from White House but questions if it will lead to a deal.
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Intel’s older chips get a second life from US-China trade tensions
A worsening economic outlook and tariffs between the US and China have prompted customers to fall back on cheaper, older processors.
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US to press Russia’s Putin to drop Ukraine demilitarisation demand as part of peace deal
Washington also wants Moscow to return the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, which it seized in 2022.
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North Korean hackers set up fake firms in US to target cryptocurrency developers
Blocknovas and Softglide used malware to access cryptocurrency wallets, passwords and credentials, cybersecurity researchers say.
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Can Malaysia afford to cut petrol subsidies as US tariff threats put jobs on the line?
With US tariff uncertainty jeopardising Malaysian jobs, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim must weigh the necessity of slashing subsidies.
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Japan to oppose Trump pressure to join anti-China trade bloc
Tokyo to prioritise its own economic ties with Beijing as it persuades the neighbour to resume imports of seafood from Japan.
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Why Reed Bank could be the next flashpoint for South China Sea tensions
Resource-rich area is likely to become hotspot for Beijing and Manila, but business and politics could delay a clash, analysts say.
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AI-generated image of durian farm in Malaysia raises stink over land dispute
Image fuels speculation about more illegal planters in Pahang’s forests, while analysts also warn of lack of safeguards against manipulated content.
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Prosperity summit returns to Hong Kong next month with focus on AI, trade wars
Summit founder Regina Ip says she is confident this year’s gathering will be another successful event that will enhance city’s global connectivity.
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