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US-based scientist Valery Fokin wins Vyzov Prize, beating fierce Chinese rivals
USC chemistry professor is awarded one of Russia’s top science honours, topping competition from 40 countries.
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Will Taiwan’s decentralised military model raise more questions than it solves?
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Rubio swaps hawk for diplomat in year-end pivot on China
20 Dec 2025 - 6:53AM
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Diplomacy
US lawmakers want DeepSeek, Xiaomi added to list of China military-linked firms
Republicans want to add 19 more entities to the document that already includes tech giant Tencent Holdings and major battery maker CATL.
20 Dec 2025 - 5:08AM
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A letter, from US lawmakers asks for AI firm DeepSeek and other Chinese companies to be put on what is known as the Section 1260H list. Photo: Reuters
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3 killed in Taiwan knife and smoke grenade attack
The suspected stabber was also declared dead after jumping from the sixth floor of a department store building.
20 Dec 2025 - 5:05AM
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China’s rebuilding of Micronesian airport runway raises alarm in US
At least two Chinese companies appear to be involved in the Woleai project in the strategically important region.
19 Dec 2025 - 11:00PM
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Foreign ship gets penalty for using Starlink within Chinese waters, report says
Unidentified vessel was found using ‘satellite communication device manufactured by a foreign company’ during inspection at Ningbo port.
19 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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SpaceX’s satellite-based internet service Starlink is seen as a national security threat by Beijing and does not have a licence to operate in China. Photo: SpaceX
Politics
Taiwan’s opposition lawmakers vow to impeach leader William Lai
Proposal is likely to be a symbolic gesture as impeachment would require 76 legislators to agree, while opposition camp holds only 62 seats.
19 Dec 2025 - 7:29PM
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Politics fails to dampen launch of Japanese sushi chain Sushiro in Shanghai
An average wait time at the new restaurant in China’s commercial centre is nearly three hours at lunch and dinner.
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TikTok seals US deal but core algorithm could still rattle ties with China
Compliance questions remain and Beijing’s approval for the spin-off is not guaranteed, observers say.
19 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM
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TikTok’s new US deal, China’s answer to Nvidia’s A100: SCMP daily highlights
From China’s discovery of Asia’s largest undersea gold deposit to TikTok’s deal on a new US venture, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.
19 Dec 2025 - 9:15PM
TikTok has reached a deal to sell its US operations to a consortium of American investors. Photo: dpa
Diplomacy
China says US defence policy act hypes up threat, urges ‘rational’ view on ties
Foreign ministry says NDAA undermines sovereignty, development interests, as Taiwan Affairs Office slams ‘misguided signals’ to separatists.
19 Dec 2025 - 9:29PM
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Landmark in-air refuelling test extends China’s drone swarm delivery range to US
Strike radius of Chinese drone programme capable of carrying deadly military weapons doubled to reach Washington, New York and Miami.
19 Dec 2025 - 8:06PM
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Military
Chinese military tightens review of weapons pricing to fight corruption
CMC Equipment Development Department releases new rules amid push for quality equipment and ‘professional ethics’.
19 Dec 2025 - 6:00PM
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China’s military build-up could ‘seriously’ affect Japan’s security, Tokyo warns
Release of defence ministry report comes amid soaring tensions with Beijing and a boost to Japan’s military budget and goals.
19 Dec 2025 - 6:33PM
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Tokyo has indicated that nearly all of the PLA’s ballistic missiles, from short-range to intercontinental systems, are capable of reaching Japanese territory. Photo: AFP
Science
How China cracked US ‘super code’ that controls most power grids in the world
Breakthrough could shake-up global tech markets with nations able to run their own grids and break away from US dominance.
19 Dec 2025 - 3:49PM
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Diplomacy
China still targeting US-based researchers for ‘malign’ purposes, lawmakers told
Multiple US government agencies told a House committee that security concerns should not stop efforts to retain foreign-born researchers.
19 Dec 2025 - 3:14PM
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How a Beijing-Tokyo chill over Taiwan could solidify Takaichi’s power
With no quick thaw in sight after Japanese leader’s remarks, analysts suggest the China rift could translate into an ‘ironic’ outcome.
26 Nov 2025 - 4:37PM
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Speculation has grown that Japan’s new prime minister could tighten her hold on power should relations between Beijing and Tokyo remain frosty. Photo: Kyodo
Global Economy
What economic cards will China play with Japan? Analysts see dilemma in the row
Beijing seen balancing need to retaliate against Tokyo with risk of alienating foreign investors; experts expect cautious strategy.
26 Nov 2025 - 12:09AM
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Trump’s calls with Xi and Takaichi hint he won’t let Taiwan derail Beijing ties
US president’s conversations with Chinese and Japanese leaders suggest Washington is engaged in a delicate balancing act, analysts say.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:57PM
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Why China took Japan criticism to UN twice but did not raise it at G20
Analysts say Beijing views the UN as a platform to ‘anchor’ its position on Taiwan, particularly because it offers a wider reach.
25 Nov 2025 - 9:29PM
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