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China’s economy remains resilient in April despite sky-high US tariffs
China’s industrial output rose 6.1 per cent in April, beating estimates as domestic consumption up 5.1 per cent, slightly below expectations.
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China speeds up Pakistan dam construction after Indian threat to cut supplies
State broadcaster flags up work on ‘flagship’ project after New Delhi threatens to cut off supplies from Indus.
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US importers urging Hong Kong manufacturers ‘to bypass levies’ amid trade war
Industry veterans say they are urgently pressing ahead with plans to diversify production locations to mitigate geopolitical risks.
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China’s yuan can rival US dollar as go-to currency if more accessible: economist
‘US exceptionalism is over – the beginning of the end,’ Singapore-based economist warns while weighing in on how China can internationalise its currency.
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Former US president’s office said the cancer cells had spread to the bone and Biden, 82, was reviewing treatment options with doctors.
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Goldman urges value investors to make ‘precise’ stock picks in China
Investors should target sectors with policy support in China as trade tensions ease, Goldman Sachs says.
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Violence, ‘credible’ signs of vote-buying mar Philippines poll: EU observers
The EU mission, invited by Manila, found ‘unacceptable levels of election-related violence’ and a legal framework in need of urgent reform.
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HKTDC helps PanopticAI take its AI-powered health monitoring app onto global stage
The trade promotion body supports Hong Kong’s innovative tech companies through its Start-up Express programme and international conferences.
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Hidden history of Aboriginal-Chinese culture comes alive in exhibition
Australian show of art and artefacts highlights a doubly marginalised community for whom racism has long kept their stories in the shadows.
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Science
Chinese firm launches ‘unhackable’ quantum cryptography system
China Telecom says its network has proved its worth with a 1,000km quantum-encrypted phone call.
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Economics
In the heart of ‘Silicon Malaysia’, spiralling living costs dent big chip dreams
Despite headline-grabbing investments, factory workers in Kulim struggle to make ends meet as the cost of rent and other essentials surges.
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Middle East
Israel to allow limited aid into Gaza after months of blockade: Netanyahu
Israel’s PM said allowing in some ‘basic’ aid would enable Israel to expand its new military operation, which began on Saturday.
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World
At inaugural mass, Pope Leo warns against exploiting nature, marginalising poor
In a prayer after the mass, Leo noted efforts to end the Ukraine war before holding a private audience with President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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Southeast Asia
Will Indonesia’s new history books ‘reinvent’ past rights abuses?
President Prabowo’s government has commissioned a 10-volume series aiming to ‘reinvent Indonesian identity’ as Suharto’s legacy is recast.
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Banking & Finance
Hong Kong offers vital linkages in aiding Qatar-China investment growth, bank says
Standard Chartered’s Huen sees opportunities in financial services and technology as Qatar seeks to diversify from oil and gas.
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Europe
Italy’s Meloni scores diplomatic ‘win’ by bringing US, EU to same table
Meloni said she was ‘very proud’ to host US Vice-President J.D. Vance and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to ‘start a dialogue’.
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How much is a trip to space? Virgin Galactic eyes price rise for 2026
Virgin Galactic had been selling seats on its forthcoming Delta spacecraft at about US$600,000 a seat. In 2026, it plans to charge more.
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United States & Canada
FBI identifies suspect in California fertility clinic bombing
FBI said it believes Guy Edward Bartkus, who died in the Palm Springs blast, held ‘nihilistic’ beliefs, had attempted to live-stream attack.
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Will Brazil leader’s Beijing trip herald greater Chinese defence role in region?
Lula’s recent visit included a meeting with defence giant Norinco, which is reportedly seeking a major stake in aerospace firm Avibras.
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As unswerving superpowers meet unsustainable tariffs, Yao Yang breaks down the paradox
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Princeton’s Rory Truex unwraps Trump’s gifts to China, from tariffs to tech wars
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Beijing adviser Yan Anlin on why a timetable for reunification has drawbacks
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Huawei, UBTech team up to bring humanoid robots to factories and homes
The partnership aims to establish smart factories, leveraging Huawei’s strengths in self-developed AI processors.
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EV battery maker CATL seeks new growth in clean tech ahead of Hong Kong listing
The company is exploring overseas expansion opportunities and revving up its charging robot initiative through its subsidiary CharGo.
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Hong Kong healthcare investor looks for biotech’s ‘DeepSeek moment’ in China
ORI Capital is planning a US$350 million fund to focus on Chinese biotech, with hopes that AI will help beat the market.
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Alibaba cements AI leadership as cloud unit reports fastest growth since 2022
Internally, the company is also betting big on the integration of AI technologies with its traditional e-commerce business.
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International Museum Day: how China is aiming for cultural superpower status
While investment in cultural heritage is declining in the US and other countries, the ‘unique’ Chinese model is flourishing, observers said.
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Foreign degree? Think again, say Chinese parents as change of heart shifts focus
Middle-class parents in China long viewed overseas diplomas as the best path to success, so what has changed? And why are overseas students in an ‘increasingly awkward position’?
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America is reliant on mainland companies for the raw materials needed to make life-saving drugs, but experts say duties are likely.
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