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China uses dragon-elephant analogy in diplomacy to portray India
China has employed the dragon for itself and elephant for India animal analogy in diplomacy for over 15 years amid border tensions.
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China's industrial growth driven by engineers, supply chains, subsidies, and policy execution
China's industrial rise reflects engineers, deep supply chains, strong policy execution, and $184 billion in AI investments from 2000 to 2023.
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US Democrats adopt 'selective Trumpification' strategy after 2024 loss, says Chinese academic
After losing power in 2024, US Democrats have adopted parts of Trump's agenda and style, a Chinese scholar warns.
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William Lai’s ancestral village in Fujian becomes focus of Beijing’s reunification efforts
Beijing promotes Xintian village, William Lai’s ancestral home in Fujian, to advance cross-strait reunification based on kinship and religion.
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Dangote refinery credits Chinese partners as it plans output expansion
Dangote Refinery in Lagos said Chinese engineering helped bring its $20 billion plant to production as it plans a bigger expansion.
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US Air Force C-17 Cargo Jets Arrive in Beijing Ahead of Trump’s China Visit
Two US Air Force C-17 cargo planes landed in Beijing early May, with two more reportedly en route, signaling planned Trump visit to China.
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Iranian brothers use traditional music workshop in Beijing to preserve Persian culture
Majid and Massoud Shamaeezadah opened a music workshop in Beijing to share and preserve Persian culture through traditional music.
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Trump announces withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany over six to 12 months
US President Donald Trump revealed plans to pull about 5,000 troops out of Germany amid criticisms of NATO allies.
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China reshapes AI development with new data governance and World Data Organisation
China has developed a unique data governance strategy and launched the World Data Organisation to drive AI and digital economy growth.
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China orders firms to defy US sanctions on five Chinese oil refiners
China's Ministry of Commerce told companies not to comply with US sanctions targeting five Chinese oil refiners.
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Russia and North Korea discuss 5-year military cooperation plan
Russia and North Korea discussed a five-year military cooperation plan for 2027-2031, Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov said.
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China blocks Meta's US$2 billion bid for AI startup Manus
Beijing blocked Meta’s US$2 billion bid for the Chinese-founded AI startup Manus before a planned Xi-Trump summit in Beijing. [s1]
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Bai Chongen says China still has room to grow, unlike 1990s Japan
Chinese economist Bai Chongen said China still has growth headroom and stronger tech commercialization than 1990s Japan.
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Taiwan defense budget delay threatens drone program amid Iran and Ukraine conflicts
Taiwan’s defense budget debate risks cutting funding for drones despite their growing role in asymmetric defense.
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China to Ban Drone Sales in Beijing Under New Public Safety Rules
China will ban drone sales in Beijing and require permits for flying under new safety regulations starting Friday.
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Yuan use surges as Iran and Russia expand dollar-free trade
Iran and Russia have sharply increased yuan use to pay for oil and other trade as sanctions push them away from the dollar.
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Kazakhstan’s AIFC discusses stock-trading links with Hong Kong and Shanghai exchanges
Kazakhstan’s Astana International Financial Centre is exploring stock-trading connections with Hong Kong and Shanghai equity markets, focusing on ETFs.
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Hong Kong overtakes US as No. 2 study destination for mainland Chinese students
Hong Kong has overtaken the US as the second most popular overseas study destination for mainland Chinese students in 2026, a new report said.
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Hong Kong Exchange Fund posts smallest quarterly gain in five quarters amid Middle East crisis
Hong Kong's Exchange Fund reported a HK$34.5 billion gain in Q1, its smallest in five quarters due to market volatility from the US-Israel war on Iran.
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Hong Kong ultra-low-priced mainland tours persist despite tighter rules
Ultra-low-priced Hong Kong tours for mainland visitors remain common despite tighter regulation, with one one-day package priced at about 48 yuan.
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Song Min-hyuk wins GS Caltex Maekyung Open after Hur penalty
Song Min-hyuk won the GS Caltex Maekyung Open in Korea after Hur In-hoi was docked 2 strokes and dropped from the play-off.
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FamilyMart and Bookoff start clothing recycling trial in Tokyo stores
FamilyMart and Bookoff launched a trial collecting used clothes at 30 Tokyo stores to reduce textile waste and recycle textiles.
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Feature spotlights cheaper durians and helpers camping in tents on days off
A feature examined cheaper durians for China and Hong Kong helpers and workers camping in tents on their days off.
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South Korean team reports experimental stroke drug shows promise in animals
A South Korean team says its experimental stroke drug improved motor function and cut brain damage in animals.