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Black smoke rises following explosions near a military base hosting US forces in the northern Iraqi city of Irbil, on Friday. Photo: AP
Asean

Can Southeast Asia survive more Iran war fuel shocks?

Analysts warn the region cannot fully insulate itself from an extended conflict if the Strait of Hormuz remains disrupted.

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United States

Outside In | Trump’s latest tariff tantrum unlikely to end well for the US

US-China trade war

Trump’s new tariffs, stock market intervention, mega IPOs

US, Israel war on Iran

Coke is hit? In India, Iran war can shortage sends Diet Coke prices fizzing

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical supply route for aluminium cans, has forced Coca-Cola to source some from Southeast Asia.

Diet Coke cans are displayed for sale in a shop in New Delhi on April 22. Photo: Reuters
Bangladesh

Bangladesh president quits, leaving Hasina isolated ahead of return from exile

Mohammed Shahabuddin was pressured to step aside because of his long-standing ties to the former prime minister, sources say.

Food and Drinks

The best guest shifts in Hong Kong and Macau amid Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026

As the top 50 list is unveiled in Macau next Tuesday, rare guest shifts bring the region’s finest mixologists to the Four Seasons’ Argo, Green Room at Upper House and more.

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SCMP Highlights

Fresh US tariffs on 60 economies; first China duo win Fields Medal: 7 highlights

From a new Chinese AI model to a Singapore minister’s resignation, here are highlights from SCMP’s recent reporting.

US President Donald Trump at a rally in Georgia on Wednesday, before the administration’s tariff announcement. Photo: AP
Protests around the world

Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ends fast, but ‘cockroach’ protests to continue

Youth demonstrators are demanding the education minister’s resignation over exam leaks, in a challenge to Modi’s government.

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US-China trade war

Liberation Day 2.0? US slaps fresh wave of tariffs on China, 50-plus economies

‘Forced labour’ duties replace Trump administration’s original sweeping levies but are unlikely to generate the same level of global shock.

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SCMP Highlights

US$1,100 Yunnan mushrooms, Hong Kong legend Bowie Woo: 7 Lifestyle highlights

From a look at Christopher Nolan’s new film to Yunnan’s US$1,100 mushrooms, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.

Liu Xin, chef-owner of Yunnan restaurant Hong 0871, holds a yellow bolete mushroom. He says there are more than 1,000 species of edible wild mushrooms in Yunnan, China. Photo: Evelyn Chen
Nirav Modi

US-China trade war reaches India’s streets as Modi weighs Washington bet

Indian leader faces ‘perfect storm’ at home as proposed US trade deal sparks backlash and Trump ramps up pressure over Russian oil and China.

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Farmers gather on a highway in Punjab, India on Tuesday after police seal a border crossing to prevent them from proceeding towards New Delhi, where thousands are protesting against a potential US-India trade deal. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Houthis target tankers in Red Sea, threatening another Iran war chokepoint

Attacks on shipping expand regional conflict as US strikes Iran for a 12th consecutive night.

China’s private sector

What would 200% US tariffs on generic drugs mean for China’s pharmaceutical industry?

Analysts say that China’s pivot from generics to innovative drugs means the industry is less exposed to US levies.

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Ukraine war

Opinion | Russia’s grinding war in Ukraine shows the impotence of nuclear weapons

Having the world’s biggest nuclear arsenal has not helped Russia on the battlefield.

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Protests around the world

India’s ‘cockroach’ protests: a rare political opening for the opposition?

Analysts say Congress’ failure to be fully in sync with the movement reveals a missed opportunity to connect with India’s Gen Z.

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Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi is detained by police during a sit-in protest outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence, demanding accountability for police action against students, in New Delhi on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters

Video | Building collapses as severe floods hit India

Overflowing streams are submerging low-lying areas, damaging roads, bridges and flood protection embankments.

Indonesia

Indonesia steps up market reforms to avert MSCI downgrade

Investment chief Rosan Roeslani says the overhaul is about building trust, not just pleasing index providers.

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Electric & new energy vehicles

China’s EV makers went from small fry to big shots. Can others do the same?

The global green shift is providing a way for emerging economies to catch up with global powerhouses, with help from China’s supply chain.

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Illustration: Henry Wong
US, Israel war on Iran

Asia’s oil buyers face US$100-per-barrel risk as Houthis threaten Saudi blockade

A Houthi blockade could disrupt Saudi oil flows through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, leaving Asian buyers with fewer options.

Video | Indian police clash with Gen Z Cockroach Janta Party protesters

The protest was sparked by India’s medical entrance exams that were voided over exam paper leaks.

India tunnel disaster at hydropower project leaves 11 dead, 14 missing

At least 27 people were trapped, including some who entered the tunnel to help with rescue efforts after the blast.

Teesta river in India’s Sikkim state, where the incident took place at state-owned National Hydroelectric Power Corp’s project on the river. Photo: AFP
SCMP Highlights

Malaysia’s US$500m warship, Philippines’ Pax Silica AI hub: 7 Asia highlights

From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

A French Gowind-class offshore patrol vessel, of the design on which Malaysia’s littoral combat vessel is based. Photo: AFP
Space

SpaceX took 4 attempts. India’s space start-up needed just 1

Skyroot’s Vikram-1 rocket lifted off on Saturday, carrying customer payloads and in-orbit experiments on its maiden orbital mission.

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International Property

Chinese immigrants play outsized role in Canada’s housing scene amid foreign ban

Chinese permanent residents, exempted from the ban, are estimated to have bought US$4 billion worth of homes last year in Canada.

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Asia housing and property

The View | Asian property: A thin line separates strength from vulnerability

As Hong Kong, India and Japan show, sharp divergences within a market defy broad-brush generalisations.

Pedestrians cross the street in Central on January 26. Rents for premium buildings in Central grew at a pace of 18.5 per cent in annualised terms in the first half of this year. Photo: Jelly Tse
Protests around the world

Indian police clash with ‘cockroaches’ marching to protest exam irregularities

The CJP supporters want the education minister to resign over exam irregularities such as question paper leaks and technical glitches.

CJP supporters take part in a protest demanding the resignation of India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday. Photo: AFP
Natural disasters

Video | Flash floods and landslides kill at least 10 people in northern India

Several people remain missing in the Indian-administered region of Jammu and Kashmir.

Climate change

Dry, wet, dry again: India’s monsoon swings threaten crops, power supply

India’s fifth-driest June on record was followed by a sudden deluge that dumped about a month’s worth of rain in a single week.

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