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Chinese scientists create world’s coldest alloy. It may surprise DARPA
‘China solution’ delivers helium‑3‑free cooling tech for quantum chips, offers stable, portable system to support space exploration.
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China doubles down on hydrogen as war on Iran fuels global oil instability
Initiative to expand industrial hydrogen use and lower the renewable fuel’s price dovetails with Beijing’s energy security strategy amid oil crisis.
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Trump says US has requested that China delay Beijing summit by ‘a month or so’
US president’s trip later this month may be postponed as he weighs staying in Washington amid war priorities.
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Hong Kong to press ahead with expanding Middle East ties despite regional unrest
Chief Executive John Lee vows to keep pursuing business opportunities in the region, hailing Hong Kong as an ‘irreplaceable’ investment gateway.
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As shipping risks mount, Xi pushes international port alliance as fail-safe
A speech last year highlights Beijing’s focus on maritime rights – a concern analysts say will only intensify as threats to global shipping increase.
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China and Chile wrap up Atacama Trench mission as US pressure mounts
Scientists on Chinese research ship aimed to uncover mysteries of the trench in ‘most ambitious’ deep-sea expedition in the eastern Pacific.
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Fate of US-Malaysia trade pact rests on Washington’s next move
The US$240 billion deal isn’t ‘null and void’ yet, says the trade minister, as Malaysia waits for Washington to submit updated terms.
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How Standard Chartered’s SME Banking helps Hong Kong arts and crafts design firm’s growth
Deepa Jivan, CEO of J.Gordhan & Co, says bank’s tailored financial solutions and expertise give it the agility to navigate global marketplace.
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Japanese governor turns heads, Nepal’s new PM is a rapper: 7 Asia highlights
From the unlikely background of Nepal’s new leader to Thai police’s deadly blind spot, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.
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Investors fleeing Mideast turmoil find safe haven in ‘sweet spot’ Malaysia
‘It’s where you go when things are going badly elsewhere,’ an analyst says as global funds turn to the country to weather volatility.
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Food & Drink
How a Taiwanese chemist built a soy empire in Australia
Eric Hsu put his chemistry degree to good use, turning his garage-based business into one of Australia’s biggest makers of soy products.
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Hong Kong Economy
CK Hutchison subsidiary slams Panama for missing arbitration deadline
Panama Ports Company also confirms offices were raided by alleged ‘armed security forces’ and accuses authorities of disregarding rule of law.
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Southeast Asia
Indian man charged with molesting flight attendant on Singapore Airlines plane
Akash Tiwari followed the victim multiple times and returned to his seat only after she reported the matter to her supervisor.
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Business
Shanghai joins major cities in loosening commercial property loan rules
Beijing remains the lone top-tier holdout as other cities ease their down payment requirements.
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Travel & Leisure
Denmark trip shows Viking history and customs, and the birth of the nation
From Viking heritage to the birth of Denmark and its conversion to Christianity, a trip from Jutland to Zealand reveals a wealth of history.
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Africa
Suicide attacks in Nigeria kill 23, wound more than 100
Attacks in Maiduguri are among the deadliest in the conflict-battered city in recent history.
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South Korea and Japan bear brunt of global stock sell-offs amid oil shock
South Korea and Japan lead global market declines – with losses steeper than in Europe – as oil shock underscores their reliance on imports.
17 Mar 2026 - 7:30AM
South Asia
‘People were burning’: 400 dead after Pakistan strikes hit Kabul hospital
Pakistan rejected the accusation, saying its air strikes on eastern Afghanistan did not hit any civilian sites.
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Economics
‘Poor’ foreigners not welcome? Japan bets on AI while upping visa fee
Critics say the fee rise is designed to keep ‘poor’ foreigners out, as Japan bets on AI and robots to plug its growing staffing shortfall.
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China is re-engineering its economy for a more complex world
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How Hong Kong can better support its Nepali youth
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Iran war shows urgency of Hong Kong’s green shipping transition
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The formerly hawkish US secretary of state has been sanctioned by Beijing and sources say he has previously appeared reluctant to visit.
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Why Iran war may drive East Asia nuclear race, hit China in Mideast: Zhao Tong
Carnegie nuclear policy expert says law of the jungle signalled by US actions could spur more countries to pursue nuclear weapons.
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Strikes on Iran not the biggest threat to China’s belt and road goals: Pan Guang
Mainland academic assesses the risks to Chinese investment and diplomacy in the region and what it means for the other main players.
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Top shipbuilding voice Li Yanqing rebukes Washington’s ‘China threat’ narrative
China’s national shipbuilding association official calls US port fees ‘absurd’ and politically motivated, while asserting China’s market lead is solid despite global fluctuations.
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Abraham Newman on ‘weaponised interdependence’ in ‘neo‑royalist’ Trump era
American political scientist on how ‘interdependence’ can be exploited as part of the rivalry between major powers.
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Precision strike: China targets US, Japan stranglehold on photoresist supply
Essential material for advanced semiconductor processes expected to enter stage of accelerated breakthroughs, major Chinese supplier says.
16 Mar 2026 - 8:00AM
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HKGAI to launch world’s first governed AI agent network amid OpenClaw frenzy
System aims to let AI agents collaborate under strict rules, as HKGAI rolls out tools for school selection, budgeting and racing data.
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Alibaba reshuffles AI units into a new ‘Token Hub’ group, led by CEO Eddie Wu
Intended to increase AI coordination, the group will sit alongside Alibaba Cloud and the company’s e-commerce divisions.
16 Mar 2026 - 9:19PM
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AI poisoning: fake fitness tracker fools chatbots in China, sparking outcry
A report on CCTV’s high-profile investigative programme shows how easily bad actors can post false information to game chatbot results.
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Military
How are military helicopters evolving to adapt to the age of drone warfare?
Armed forces such as the US and China are increasingly arming themselves with UAVs, but analysts believe crewed aircraft still have a role.
15 Mar 2026 - 6:17AM
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Inside the OpenClaw AI mania in China, as security fears and enthusiasm surge
Appeal of autonomous AI agent spurs rapid adoption across country, from tech pros to retirees seeking a ‘digital staff’, but data wipes mar its rise and trigger warnings.
14 Mar 2026 - 6:53AM
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China’s industrial policy goes global, challenging decades of free market rule
China’s tighter embrace of industrial policy in recent years has transformed its economy – and other countries are following suit.
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Why China’s red-hot tech push is leaving some sectors out in the cold
Beijing’s preferences for innovation and emerging industries are affecting businesses’ development paths and reshaping the corporate landscape.
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