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Japan Ground Self-Defence Force soldiers walk in front of a Type 88 surface-to-ship missile launcher during military drills in the Philippines on May 6. Photo: Reuters
Japan

Japan prepares to drop its pacifist mask as the right rises

A right-wing parliamentary supermajority is paving the way for Tokyo to amend its post-war pacifist constitution.

Food and Drinks

Visual feast: Chinese photographers shine at World Food Photography Awards 2026

China's military weapons

China’s nuclear stockpile growing as disarmament era ends: SIPRI

Open Questions series

Exclusive | Economist James Heckman on the value of risk-taking, and China’s ‘common goal’

He also discusses the economic outlook, youth unemployment and whether the country can overtake the US in science and tech.

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India

Opinion | As Asia’s strategic landscape evolves, what is the Quad’s purpose?

Countries like India can’t afford to let ties with China be defined by a grouping focused on reacting to one power and lacking a broader positive vision.

Embraer SA

Brazil’s Embraer sees eventual China breakthrough for E2 jets

‘We believe the E2 family is the ideal complement to the indigenous products of China,’ said Embraer Commercial Aviation ‌CEO Arjan Meijer.

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Accidents and personal safety

2 drivers hurt as Audi flies across central divider in Hong Kong road crash

Driver of seven-seater braked on Tuen Mun Road and attempted to dodge incoming car, but was struck by the rear of the Audi.

An Audi SUV flew across the central divider on Tuen Mun Road and hit a vehicle travelling on the opposite carriageway Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Scammers posing as police dupe 42 mainland students in Hong Kong out of millions

One 21-year-old victim was tricked into staging her own ‘abduction’ after being lured to Thailand.

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China's military weapons

China urged to fast-track carrier fleet upgrades as Japan boosts strike power

A potential gap that China’s carrier strike groups ‘need to address is the limited number of stealth fighters’, former PLA Navy officer says.

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US military

Will ‘Trump-class’ ship be a sitting duck for Chinese carrier-killer missiles?

Aggressive schedule for nuclear-powered vessel may strain US shipyards and maritime industrial base, congressional budget amendment warns.

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US President Donald Trump announces the US Navy’s new “Golden Fleet” initiative, unveiling a new class of warships, in Florida last December. Photo: AFP
My Take

My Take | China’s Confucian AI vs America’s oligarchic version

Chinese officials and bosses have shown a sense of social responsibility towards citizens and workers. The tech bros in the US are happy to take artificial intelligence wherever they want, as long as they come out on top.

A robot demonstrates its kicking ability at the 28th China Beijing International High-Tech Expo (CHITEC) in Beijing, China, May 8, 2026. Photo: EPA
China-Canada relations

Can Carney’s US-China juggling act keep Canada’s ‘primary relationship’ intact?

A recent visit by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted the delicate balancing act the Canadian prime minister is trying to pull off.

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US-China relations

Opinion | On Taiwan, the Trump-Xi summit offered more than optics

The meeting between the Chinese and US presidents laid the groundwork for more predictable China-US relations, including on cross-strait issues.

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Artificial intelligence

Green power: China computing hub boosts smart factory push

The launch of a prefabricated energy hub aims for more efficient industrial infrastructure while cutting costs and emissions from rising AI use.

The prefabricated base at the heart of China's green computing hub in Qingdao, eastern Shandong province. Photo: Handout
China airliners

China widens repair network for C919, C909 jets to outfly supply disruptions

China’s home-grown jets will be able to stay in the air for longer as maintenance centres open on the mainland, some with Hong Kong servicers.

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Spectators view China’s C919 aircraft during the 2025 Nanchang Air Show and Aviation Industry Expo at Yaohu Airport in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province. Photo: VCG/VCG via Getty Images
China-North Korea relations

North Korea says nuclear programme is ‘irreversible’ ahead of Xi’s visit

Kim Yo-jong, the sister of the country’s leader, rejects ‘anachronistic’ US push for denuclearisation a day before Chinese President Xi Jinping’s arrival.

China’s private sector

Which company could become the Chinese Pfizer? Here are analysts’ top picks

A boom in outlicensing agreements leads to a debate over which Chinese firms may be first to break into overseas markets with own brands.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to open first convenience store operated by humanoid robot in AI push

Store in Hung Hom will feature robot able to serve customers in different languages in latest example of city’s AI adoption, finance chief says.

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The 24-hour convenience store was developed by a mainland Chinese company focused on embodied AI, according to finance chief Paul Chan. Photo: Handout
China-North Korea relations

Will Xi’s North Korea visit show that China remains Pyongyang’s most vital ally?

Beijing has been concerned by its neighbour’s closer ties with Russia and is expected to highlight the importance of its economic support.

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China consumption

Gold slump: China’s sales plunge as precious metal’s price dips

While China’s interest in gold is unlikely to fade, investment-grade product sales have dwindled after 15 months of retail growth.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong should adopt the ‘Hefei model’ in the Northern Metropolis

If the Northen Metropolis megaproject is to accelerate, a fundamental overhaul of the existing legal framework and development model is required.

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A view of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park, part of the Northern Metropolis, in the Lok Ma Chau Loop on April 22. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong weather

Heavy showers, squally thunderstorms forecast for Hong Kong until Tuesday

Around 30mm of rainfall was recorded in many parts of the New Territories, while more than 50mm fell in Sai Kung.

Hong Kong continues to face a rainy weekend. Photo: Dickson Lee
Taiwan

Beijing sends largest patrol ship east of Taiwan after Japan-Philippine talks

Communist Party mouthpiece warns the two countries are becoming a ‘source of trouble’ and putting regional peace at risk.

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China-Africa relations

Chinese team arrives in DR Congo to help fight Ebola, ‘filling US void’

Specialists begin three-month frontline mission to contain outbreak across mining region dense with Beijing-backed mineral investments.

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China trade

How China’s blueberry boom is reaching Southeast Asia on faster trade links

The fruit is heading to Asean markets on the China-Laos Railway, supported by the world’s largest free trade agreement.

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Farmers pick blueberries at an orchard in southwest China’s Yunnan province. Photo: China News Service via Getty Images
Science

Nuclear weapons scientist Du Xiangwan clarifies role in China’s war on waste

Veteran physicist has been one of the strongest advocates for waste-to-energy incineration in China.

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Nuclear weapons scientist Du Xiangwan during an interview on CCTV. Photo: China Media Group Mobile
China property

Park life: why China’s malls are building forests, waterfalls and sky walkways

Developers are getting creative as they try to entice China’s shoppers, who increasingly demand novelty and lush green space.

Banking & finance

The Stock Connect problem: why can’t investors buy the mainland’s top AI stocks?

Hong Kong’s investors have been unable to take advantage of the recent wave of blockbuster listings by Chinese AI companies on the mainland.

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