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KMT split over size of Taiwan defence spending package
Taiwan's KMT is split over how much extra defence spending to back amid US pressure for a comprehensive package.
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Wall Street slips as oil prices surge amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
US stocks dipped modestly Monday while oil prices rose amid conflicting Iran-US claims over Strait of Hormuz security.
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Mainland Visitors to Hong Kong Rise in Labour Day Holiday; Spending Patterns Vary
Hong Kong saw a 4.8% rise in mainland Chinese visitors during the first three days of the Labour Day holiday but spending remained uneven across sectors.
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ITIF urges US tech firms to keep operating in China
ITIF said US technology companies should stay in China to protect revenue, market share and innovation leadership.
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SCMP report details April 2026 India, Russia-China and US-Iran talks
SCMP said April 2026 diplomacy featured India, Russia-China and US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz.
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US lawmakers question UN cost, China threat in space and AI
US lawmakers in April warned the UN is costly, pressed China as a top space rival and sought a first AI assessment.
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Explosion and fire hit South Korean cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
An explosion and fire hit the South Korean cargo ship HMM Namu near the UAE in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, with no injuries reported.
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China EV retail sales fall 11% in April as exporters post gains
China’s EV retail sales fell 11% in April to 614,000 units, even as BYD, Geely and Chery expanded overseas shipments.
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Iran conflict may boost Beijing's leverage at upcoming Trump-Xi summit
The US-Israel war on Iran could strengthen China's position on key issues during the Trump-Xi meeting expected May 14, 2026.
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Cambricon and Yuanjie Semiconductor Post Record Profits and Share Prices in Q1 2026
Chinese AI chipmakers Cambricon and Yuanjie Semiconductor posted strong profit gains and share price increases in early 2026.
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Mayon ashfall blankets 87 villages in Philippines, livestock die
Ashfall from Mayon volcano blanketed 87 villages near the Philippine peak, killed 5 livestock and left clean-up under way on Monday.
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Shenzhen Court Says AI Tool Helped Judges Handle Cases 50% Faster
Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court credited an AI system for boosting case handling speed by 50%, with plans to expand it to other cities.
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China orders companies to defy U.S. sanctions on five Iranian-linked oil refiners
China told companies to ignore U.S. sanctions targeting five oil refiners accused of buying Iranian crude.
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DeepSeek cuts AI model prices after V4 preview release
DeepSeek cut prices for its AI models after releasing a V4 preview, sharpening competition with rivals.
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China’s NDRC blocks Meta’s proposed $2 billion AI startup acquisition
China’s National Development and Reform Commission on Monday blocked Meta’s bid to acquire AI startup Manus, demanding parties withdraw from the deal.
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Chinese EV makers tout fast charging and smart features at Beijing Auto Show
Chinese EV makers used the Beijing Auto Show to showcase fast charging and smart features as they push overseas expansion.
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Hong Kong police investigate deaths of elderly couple found in To Kwa Wan flat
Hong Kong police are investigating after an elderly couple was found dead in a To Kwa Wan flat.
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EU Made in Europe law could trigger trade clash with China
The EU's proposed Made in Europe law could set up a new economic confrontation with China.
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Green group warns public after people land on Hong Kong tern breeding island
Five people landed on an uninhabited Hong Kong island known for tern breeding, prompting conservation concerns.
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Lift technician dies in 10-metre fall at Hong Kong estate
A 26-year-old lift technician died after falling about 10 metres down a shaft while repairing a lift at Pacific View in Stanley, Hong Kong.
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Austria Expels Three Russian Diplomats Over Alleged Signals Espionage in Vienna
Austria expelled three Russian diplomats yesterday accused of signals spying involving satellite communications in Vienna.