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China hits out at ‘support for separatist forces’ after Israel recognises Somaliland
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland. The statement emphasized that no country should encourage or support separatist movements for its own benefit ...
The Laureate's Journey: Machado’s Path to Nobel Peace Prize 2025
This week’s special report covers the journey of Nobel Peace Prize winner, Machado, in 2025. The article details significant events and milestones that led to his recognition....
Hong Kong liaison office’s Qi Bin to take up new role in Beijing on economic affairs
A senior official from Hong Kong's liaison office with extensive financial experience is being reassigned to an economic advisory role in a committee that will aid leadership on the upcoming five-year...
Why Saudi Arabia might not fulfil spending pledge to US amid China-America rivalry
Analysts are skeptical about Saudi Arabia's pledge to increase its investments in the United States to nearly $1 trillion, viewing it more as a political gesture than a concrete commitment. This comes...
China’s anti-corruption campaign claims 3 more top military officers
Three high-ranking Chinese military officials have been expelled from the National People's Congress as part of an ongoing anti-corruption drive affecting the armed forces. The expelled include Wang R...
Chinese Embassy in US: US Weapons Sale to Taiwan Could Make It a Powderkeg
The Chinese embassy in the United States has warned that selling weapons to Taiwan by the U.S. could escalate tensions and potentially heighten instability in the region, likening such actions to crea...
Can Trump's Navy Match Up With China's?
The article questions whether President Trump's plan for strengthening U.S. naval forces can effectively compete with China's growing military maritime presence and capabilities....
China hits milestone in building Beishan laboratory for managing nuclear waste
The China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) has reached a significant milestone in the construction of the Beishan Underground Research Laboratory in northwestern Gansu province, intended to manage ...
China aims for nine aircraft carriers by 2035: US report sparks debate
A recent US intelligence assessment suggests that China plans to have at least nine aircraft carriers by the year 2035, a claim which has sparked debate among experts. While some analysts see this as ...
Commentary Plaza: When The PLA Is Forced To Use Military Force
The article discusses potential scenarios where the People's Liberation Army (PLA) might resort to force to protect national interests or resolve territorial disputes....
Chinese Response to Pentagon Report Accusing China of Attempting to Weaken U.S.-India Relations
China has strongly criticized a recent report by the United States Department of Defense that accuses China of attempting to undermine the strategic partnership between the United States and India. Th...
US Report: China Eyes Arunachal Like Taiwan
The US Department of Defence annual report highlights China's territorial ambitions, indicating that Beijing views Arunachal Pradesh as a core interest similar to its stance on Taiwan and maritime dis...
China Slams US Report as Groundless and Irresponsible
China has criticized a recent US report, claiming that it disseminates false information and fuels discord between China and India....
China accuses US of trying to thwart improved China-India relations
China has accused the United States of attempting to disrupt improving relations between China and India, suggesting Washington's actions are aimed at isolating Beijing strategically....
China Criticizes US Arms Deal with Taiwan and Warns of Escalation Risks
China has issued strong criticism regarding the recent arms deal between the United States and Taiwan. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned that such actions could lead to increased tensions in ...
Beijing Accuses Pentagon of Intentionally Mischaracterizing China's Defense Strategy
The Chinese government has accused the U.S. Department of Defense (Pentagon) of deliberately distorting and misrepresenting China’s defense strategy in recent reports. Beijing argues that these portra...
CATL poised to bring Yichun lithium output back online after licence lapse
China's largest electric vehicle battery producer, Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL), intends to restart operations at a significant lithium mine in Jiangxi province after regulatory approval. Th...
Ukraine alleges Chinese satellites are facilitating Russian strikes
Ukrainian officials have expressed concern that data from Chinese satellite constellations might be assisting Russia's military operations against Ukraine....
Europe has good cause to resist the Second China Shock
Europe faces multiple challenges including aggression from Russia towards Ukraine, uncertainty due to tariffs and threats from the US under Trump's presidency, internal migration issues, and is now co...
China’s offshore yuan breaks major benchmark as appreciation momentum builds
The Chinese offshore yuan strengthened significantly on Thursday, falling below the rate of seven against the US dollar for the second time in two days. This marks its first such advance in 15 months ...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Ukraine’s air force has survived. Taiwan’s almost certainly couldn’t’
The article discusses the resilience of Ukraine's air force against Russia’s invasion, despite initial limitations and challenges posed by Russia's superior firepower. It contrasts this with potential...
Forget the J-20: China’s ‘Mighty Dragon’ Is No Match for the F-22 or F-35 Fighters
China's Chengdu J-20 'Mighty Dragon', a fifth-generation stealth fighter, represents a significant step in Beijing's air power strategy. The aircraft provides the PLA Air Force with advanced capabilit...
PLA Activity Around Taiwan Doubles
The PLA's military activities near Taiwan have reportedly doubled, indicating an increase in strategic maneuvers and exercises around the island. This development reflects a growing Chinese assertiven...
US Defence Report Warns India: China Eyes Gains From LAC De-Escalation With India
The US Department of Defense's annual report to Congress on 'Military and Security Developments Involving the People's Republic of China 2025' discusses China's motivations for de-escalating tensions ...
China Playing Double Game, Showcasing Peace with India While on LCS! American Report Reveals Shocking Details, Pakistan Also Mentioned
An American report suggests China may be playing a double game in its relations, showing peace towards India while actively engaging in tensions. The report highlights concerns about China's strategic...
The Winners and Losers of Trump’s New Foreign Policy
An analysis discussing which countries have profited most from President Donald Trump's foreign policy decisions and which ones have been disadvantaged as a result....
ByteDance, other major Chinese tech firms dominate local consumer AI market: report
According to a report released by business intelligence service provider QuestMobile, ByteDance's Doubao app remains the top consumer artificial intelligence application in mainland China, with 155 mi...
Top PLA Air Force duo miss key military event led by Xi as corruption fight rolls on
Two high-ranking Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force officials were notably absent from a major event led by President Xi Jinping on Monday, amidst an ongoing anti-corruption campaign. Ge...
China’s AgiBot targets US$142 million revenue as march of humanoid robots gathers pace
AgiBot, a rapidly growing robotics startup in China, aims to generate over 1 billion yuan ($142 million) in revenue by 2025. The company plans to ship approximately 5,000 humanoid robots that year, ac...
Greenland Back in the White House’s spotlight
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, citing national security concerns related to Chinese and Russian ships. This reflects an increasing focus on Arctic territorial c...
The next ‘big bang’: How the EU can fast-track enlargement amid geopolitical tensions
The article discusses the challenges and considerations for the European Union (EU) in potentially expanding its membership rapidly to include countries from the Western Balkans, Ukraine, and Moldova....
China’s reusable rocket ambitions suffer setback, US blacklists DJI: SCMP daily highlights
SCMP highlights China's setbacks in reusable rocket technology and potential shifts in its Taiwan policy. The Long March 12A experienced a recovery failure on its debut launch, setting the country bac...
Russian ally Belarus is courting both the US and China
Belarus, an ally of Russia in Europe, seeks improved relations with both the United States and China as Russia continues its conflict in Ukraine. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko is trying to...
China vows city-specific fixes to clear housing glut, stabilise property sector
Chinese authorities are gearing up for targeted interventions in local property markets to address oversupply issues and stabilize the real estate sector. Minister Ni Hong instructed municipal governm...
Nvidia aims to start H200 AI chip shipments to China by mid-February, sources say
According to internal sources, Nvidia intends to start shipping its H200 artificial intelligence chips to China before the Lunar New Year holiday in mid-February. The company plans to fulfill initial ...
China likely loaded more than 100 ICBMs in silo fields, says Pentagon
The Pentagon claims that China has loaded over one hundred intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) into missile silos, indicating a significant military buildup. Beijing dismisses these reports as...
Editors’ picks for 2025: ‘Elbridge Colby’s vision: blocking China’
Elbridge Colby's upcoming confirmation hearing as Under Secretary of Defense could have significant implications beyond US borders for countries like Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji. His role would b...
Top Stories 2025: International Operations in the Western Pacific
In 2025, U.K. and French carrier strike groups executed deployments in the Western Pacific. Notably, the French Carrier Strike Group (CSG) embarked on a five-month deployment named “Clemenceau 25,” st...
“100% for Ukraine, 20% for Europe”: Expert warns 2026 could bring serious threats not only for Kyiv
An expert warns that by the year 2026, there may be significant threats to security, especially concerning Ukraine and possibly Europe. The text mentions a variety of sources contributing to these con...
China to hide bad debt records for pandemic-hit borrowers who repay small loans
The People's Bank of China has introduced measures aimed at assisting individuals who incurred small loans and defaulted during the pandemic period from 2020 to 2025. Individuals with a single overdue...
Ukraine Preparing Sanctions Package Against Individuals Linked With Russian Military-Industrial Complex, Including Those From China
President Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine is preparing sanctions targeting individuals who collaborate with the Russian military-industrial complex, particularly those based in or operating from Chin...
China-Japan tension hits holiday travel as flights cancelled on 46 routes
Flight cancellations due to escalated tensions between China and Japan have disrupted travel during the holiday season. Over the course of two weeks, flights on 46 routes, inclusive of major tourist d...
China’s rare earth magnet exports to EU jump nearly 60% as approvals take effect
In November, China's exports of permanent magnets containing rare earth elements to the European Union increased by 59.5% year-over-year to 2,568.8 tonnes, following Beijing's decision to grant longer...
Chinese chipmakers race to IPO market after back-to-back listings surge
Recent Chinese semiconductor companies have seen a significant increase in Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) following two highly successful trading debuts in Shanghai....
China's power reforms and global data center buildout usher in battery boom
Chinese companies have exported over $65 billion worth of storage and electric-vehicle batteries this year, solidifying their leadership in the industry....
Beijing, the Kremlin, and the Ukrainian Factor: What the West Has Yet to Notice
China supports Russia's military efforts in Ukraine but maintains strategic flexibility. Should Russia face internal disintegration due to prolonged conflict, China has plans to adapt its position....
US Lawmakers Urge Pentagon to Add DeepSeek and Xiaomi to List of Firms Aiding Chinese Military
Members of the U.S. Congress are urging the Department of Defense (DoD) to include Chinese tech companies DeepSeek and Xiaomi on its list of firms allegedly supporting China's military efforts, thereb...
Putin's Annual Address: More Than 80 Questions Over 4.5 Hours Highlight Focus on Ukraine-Russia Relations and Sino-Russian Relations
During his annual news conference, Russian President Vladimir Putin answered over 80 questions from journalists for approximately 4.5 hours. Key topics included the ongoing situation in Ukraine, relat...
US lawmakers urge Pentagon to add DeepSeek and Xiaomi to list of companies tied to Chinese military
US congressional members are pushing for US defense officials to list Chinese technology firms DeepSeek and Xiaomi as entities involved with the Chinese military or under its control, citing concerns ...
US lawmakers urge Pentagon to add DeepSeek, Xiaomi to list of firms allegedly aiding Chinese military
Members of US Congress are calling on the Department of Defense (DoD) to include tech companies DeepSeek and Xiaomi in a blacklist of entities accused of supporting China's military-industrial complex...
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