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President Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Head of Government
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong
SCMP Highlights
Family of 7 ‘hot’ dentists; Hainan chicken rice roots: 7 Lifestyle highlights
From Joey Yung’s journey to Cantopop stardom to a mother’s inspiring weight loss story, here are seven stories from SCMP’s recent reporting.
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IPO
Sigenergy jumps 83% in Hong Kong debut on rising energy storage demand
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Malaysia
Petrol patrol: Malaysia sends police to guard border stations as fuel leaks rise
3 hours ago
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US, Israel war on Iran
Can Iran’s small, fast-attack boats challenge US naval blockade of Hormuz?
Iran’s conventional navy might be decimated, but its large fleet of high-speed boats could well pose a threat, analysts in China say.
15 Apr 2026 - 8:13PM
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The Philippines
Why Southeast Asian nations are skipping major US-Philippine Balikatan drills
Given the rivalry between Washington and Beijing, joining the annual military exercise may risk being seen as picking the US, analysts say.
15 Apr 2026 - 8:00PM
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Japan
Japan to provide US$10 billion support to help Asia secure oil
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi says the support will be equivalent to as much as 1.2 billion barrels of oil.
15 Apr 2026 - 6:15PM
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United States
Singapore balances national interest with rising anti-US sentiment
Negative public sentiment does not immediately translate to worsening bilateral ties as the US remains an important partner, experts say.
15 Apr 2026 - 5:54PM
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Hong Kong economy
Paul Chan backs Hong Kong to be world’s No 2 financial hub within 15 years
Finance chief says city’s strengths are its stable environment and strong growth.
15 Apr 2026 - 9:01PM
Malaysia
Malaysian man jailed in Singapore for raping, robbing Filipino helper
Harvin Velanggany also saw an Indian man, whose case is pending before the courts, allegedly assault the victim previously.
15 Apr 2026 - 3:19PM
Food and Drinks
Your Hong Kong Sevens weekend food guide for April 17-19
Enjoy delicious treats at Dorsett Kai Tak’s rugby village, a sea cucumber menu at The Murray, and a taste of Singaporean pastries at Common Man Coffee Roasters’ pop-up.
15 Apr 2026 - 2:49PM
Social media
Singapore eatery faces 1-star review mob over US$1.57 water fee
Eat First’s review bombing highlights the performative nature of online protests without lasting change.
15 Apr 2026 - 2:43PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Asia’s energy supply at breaking point as US blockades Hormuz
Nearly 90 per cent of the region’s crude oil is now at risk as stalled peace talks and a naval stand-off raise the spectre of stagflation.
14 Apr 2026 - 6:09PM
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SCMP Highlights
Japan’s sakura season rift, Singapore’s Hormuz stance: 7 Asia highlights
From Japan’s sakura season rift to a defamation hearing, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
14 Apr 2026 - 3:15PM
Artificial intelligence
China profits from US AI boom despite Washington’s tech curbs, research says
Country remains ‘enmeshed in Asian supply chains’ and is likely to benefit from US AI spending, report says.
14 Apr 2026 - 3:00PM
Malaysia
In Malaysia, some laud car driver’s arrest over ‘world’s most expensive petrol’
The driver of a Singapore-registered vehicle faces a US$252,600 fine, jail or both if he is found guilty of pumping subsidised RON95 petrol.
13 Apr 2026 - 6:55PM
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Housing and Development Board (Singapore)
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Others in Asia would love to have Singapore’s housing market problems
The city state’s problems pale beside those in other Asia-Pacific markets facing supply shortages that drive up prices and rents.
13 Apr 2026 - 5:16PM
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Hong Kong economy
Middle East war tests Hong Kong aviation hub status as rivals feel the heat
Flight cuts due to rising fuel prices could affect transit traffic in short run, but impact will depend on duration of conflict, experts say.
13 Apr 2026 - 8:54PM
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Food and Drinks
André Chiang recaptures the magic of Raffles at his new Singapore restaurant
The Taiwanese chef’s 1887 by André at Raffles Singapore serves ‘heritage gastronomy’ dishes drawn from the hotel’s founding era.
13 Apr 2026 - 12:32PM
My Take
My Take
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Iran’s emergence as a major power should be welcome in a multipolar world
Countering US imperialism and Israeli state terrorism should now be an imperative for the entire international community.
13 Apr 2026 - 6:31AM
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The Philippines
Manila vs Hong Kong: the 2 sides of Asia’s housing affordability crisis
Asia is home to 60 per cent of the world’s slum dwellers and some of the planet’s most expensive real estate.
12 Apr 2026 - 4:00PM
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Malaysia
Singapore drama sparks Malaysian ire over scam hub depiction
Mediacorp defended ‘Highway to Somewhere’ against criticism, saying the show raises scam awareness and highlights Malaysia’s beauty.
12 Apr 2026 - 12:13PM
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Autonomous vehicles
Singapore’s robotaxi drive revs up with help from Chinese AV leaders
The city state is working with Chinese companies like WeRide and Pony.ai to test and deploy shuttle taxi services on public roads.
12 Apr 2026 - 8:00AM
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Renewable energy
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Hormuz crisis a chance to spur Asia’s shift to clean, secure energy
The US war on Iran should be a catalyst for governments and industries to accelerate the transition to renewables.
12 Apr 2026 - 5:30AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
How the Gulf conflict recast risks for Asian investors in Dubai
Asian firms that use Dubai as a launch pad into the Middle East are weighing new threats to liquidity, logistics and confidence.
13 Apr 2026 - 10:16AM
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Hong Kong stock market
Can Hong Kong’s listing reform 2.0 win over innovative firms?
The reforms enhance the city’s appeal for AI, biotech and other firms by slashing the market cap threshold and enabling confidential filings.
11 Apr 2026 - 11:01AM
Australia
Singapore, Australia vow uninterrupted fuel supply amid global energy shock
Both countries are also working towards a legally binding agreement on economic resilience and essential supplies.
10 Apr 2026 - 8:40PM
US, Israel war on Iran
Iran’s Hormuz toll threat lays bare Asia’s energy vulnerability
Analysts warn that charging ships to pass through Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent for other strategic waterways and hit Asia hardest.
10 Apr 2026 - 8:43PM
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Malaysia
‘Their affair’: Anwar on Singapore’s refusal to negotiate over Hormuz
Responding to remarks by the city state’s top diplomat, Anwar said Malaysia balances regional ties with firm stands on global issues.
10 Apr 2026 - 8:39PM
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