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Former Chinese diplomat Han Zhiqiang delivers his keynote speech at the Global Prosperity Summit in Hong Kong on Tuesday. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong politics

China will ‘actively’ help to resolve international conflicts, ex-diplomat says

Han Zhiqiang also highlights Hong Kong’s role as ‘bridge’ and importance of new mediation body in strengthening international rule of law.

China-Russia relations

Putin hails ‘unprecedented’ ties ahead of China visit hot on Trump’s heels

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China-Russia relations

Vodka, bullet train and boat rides: how Xi and Putin built up a personal rapport

Yuan

China joins global sell-off of US Treasuries in March as Iran war prompts panic

Seven of the top 10 foreign holders cut their exposure to US government debt, led by Japan, which offloaded US$47.7 billion.

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Mainland Chinese investors are among seven of the top 10 foreign holders to cut their exposure to US government debt, triggered by uncertainty around the war in Iran. Photo: AFP
Diplomacy

Opinion | Xi-Trump summit affirms China’s role as world’s indispensable broker

In hosting his US and Russian counterparts within a week, President Xi Jinping shows that China’s vision rests on pre-eminence over hegemony.

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US-Cuba relations

Cuba warns of ‘bloodbath’ if US attacks as Washington expands sanctions

Cuba’s president defends Havana’s right to self-defence as US report claims the island has acquired more than 300 military drones.

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United States

US extends Russian oil waiver by 30 days as Hormuz closure chokes supply

US Treasury secretary says reprieve will allow energy-vulnerable nations to access Russian seaborne oil.

Vessels anchored in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas in southern Iran earlier this month. Photo: ISNA via AFP
Ukraine war

Belarus begins nuclear weapons drills with Russia

Minsk claims drills pose no security threats ⁠in the region, but Kyiv urges tightened sanctions in response.

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2026 Xi-Trump summit

Unbeatable China? Beijing a focal point amid Russian hopes for Putin-Xi summit

Beijing says both sides will advance ties, while the Kremlin says Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline to be discussed in ‘great detail’.

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China-Russia relations

China and Russia hold trade expo as Putin and Trump visits draw global attention

Expo in Harbin highlights expanding economic ties amid rising geopolitical and trade uncertainties.

Attendees learn about Russian food products at the 10th China-Russia Expo in Harbin, northeastern China’s Heilongjiang province, on Saturday. Photo: Xinhua
North Korea

North Korea to turn southern border into ‘impregnable fortress’

Experts say the plans reflect awareness of drone and other types of hi-tech warfare amid the Russia-Ukraine and Iran conflicts.

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A soldier stands at a fence bordering the demilitarised zone (DMZ) separating North and South Korea in 2017. Photo: AFP
Aviation

Locked out of Russia, could Japan’s airlines face new risk in Chinese skies?

Pilots say such a move would mark a major escalation of retribution for Japanese PM’s remarks on Taiwan.

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US, Israel war on Iran

How does the Strait of Hormuz stand-off look in the wake of Trump-Xi summit?

The US and Iran are both considering their next moves as the deadlock over the key shipping route continues.

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Norway

Norway arrests Chinese national for alleged spying

Court orders suspect be remanded in custody for four weeks, in the second high-profile case this month.

Norwegian intelligence services regularly single out China and Russia as the main risks to Norway. Photo: Shutterstock
Ukraine war

Record Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow kills 3, targets refinery

The Russian capital faced about 80 drones through 7.00am local time, and air defences fought off dozens of projectiles according to Moscow’s mayor.

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A photo from Moscow Region Governor Andrey Vorobyov of a burning building following an air attack at an undisclosed location in the Moscow region, amid the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian conflict, on Sunday. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Paul Chan is heading to Europe. So what’s on the itinerary?

Finance chief’s trip announced on Sunday and follows easing of tensions after US President Donald Trump visited mainland China.

China-Asean relations

Asian Angle | China offers Southeast Asia clear advantages in nuclear power

With its experience in exporting nuclear reactors, China can offer long-term energy security and technological upgrades.

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China-Russia relations

After China-US reset, Putin heads to Beijing for Sino-Russian strategic refresh

Latest trip could allow leaders to align positions on recent geopolitical developments days after Donald Trump’s high-profile visit.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has visited China more than 20 times. Photo: Kremlin Pool Photo via AP
Vietnam

Beyond bamboo: Vietnam’s To Lam mounts a diplomacy offensive

The security chief turned paramount leader is chasing the markets and capital required to reach high-income status by 2045.

Ukraine war

36 nations approve tribunal creation to prosecute Russia over Ukraine

The move came on the same day the WHO said Ukraine’s mental health crisis is growing, with ‘work to do until the end of the century’.

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2026 Xi-Trump summit

What did American allies make of Trump’s trip to China to meet Xi?

The meeting in Beijing was watched around the world for clues on topics ranging from trade to Taiwan and rare earths.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (second from left) is reportedly has reportedly been arranging calls with US President Donald Trump about his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Photo: Kyodo
US-China relations

As I see it | Beijing had already won before the Trump-Xi summit even started

There’s a lesson for the US president in Napoleon’s invasion of Russia in the early 19th century.

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US President Donald Trump (bottom right) shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping upon arriving at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14. Photo: Reuters
Ukraine war

‘Stay inside’: Finland warns of drone scare near capital Helsinki

The early hours warning – the first for the capital city – said a drone could be heading towards an area on the south coast.

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2026 Xi-Trump summit

Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker, May 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China right after the Trump-Xi summit.

Mainland China

On This Day | In 2021, China becomes the third country to land a rover on Mars – SCMP archive

On this day five years ago, China became the third country in the world to safely land a rover on Mars after months of space travel.

Personnel at the Beijing Aerospace Control Centre celebrate after the Tianwen-1 probe’s lander successfully descended to Mars, carrying the Zhu Rong rover. Photo: Xinhua
China-Russia relations

Exclusive | Russia’s Putin is heading to China next week, days after Xi-Trump summit

The Russian leader’s one-day visit, tipped for May 20, is unlikely to feature the pomp and elaborate details of the US president’s trip.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in September last year. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Hormuz crisis tarnishing copper production, raising costs, Chinese analysts say

China Minmetals Economic Research Institute says disruption of sulphur shipments through strait is having ripple effects on copper production.

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Ukraine war

Ukraine arrests Zelensky’s ex-top aide as corruption probe widens

Andriy Yermak was named as an official suspect in a sprawling, multi-episode money-laundering case that has gripped Ukraine for months.

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