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Hong Kong economy
Scalpers list Swatch-Audemars Piguet watches hours after launch in Hong Kong
Dozens braved rain and queued for days to snap up ceramic pocket watches, with resale prices nearly seven times their retail value.
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Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
How Taiwan’s Apec attendance could test Beijing’s cross-strait pragmatism
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2026 Xi-Trump summit
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Trump’s China visit hints the ‘2 eyes of the world’ can learn to live together
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Trump leaves China after much pomp and pageantry, but little to show for it
US president’s much-anticipated summit with Xi Jinping in Beijing resulted in more fanfare than concrete policy change, analysts say.
16 May 2026 - 6:54AM
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Trump and his CEOs want China’s business – but has Asia moved on?
The US delegation went to Beijing looking for deals, but a ‘super cycle’ of capital expenditures across Asia is already fuelling enormous growth.
16 May 2026 - 6:03AM
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Taiwan casts long shadow over Trump’s summit with Xi
Beijing signals Taiwan will shape broader ties with Washington as Trump weighs future arms sales to the island.
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US-China relations
AI supremacy, ‘secret police station’, Taiwan propaganda: 7 US-China relations reads
From China’s nuclear weapons to Trump’s summit entourage, here are highlights from our overseas correspondents in the first half of May 2026.
16 May 2026 - 4:00AM
2026 Xi-Trump summit
Xi-Trump summit: all you need to know from the final day of Beijing meeting
From ‘fantastic’ trade deals to the Chinese tech leader sitting next to Elon Musk, here’s all you need to know from the second day of Xi and Trump’s meeting in Beijing.
16 May 2026 - 4:53AM
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The Xi-Trump summit is over. What comes next in the US-China rivalry?
The US president’s trip to Beijing has been hailed as ‘fantastic’ and ‘historic’ but there are still many known unknowns in ties.
16 May 2026 - 12:16AM
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Trump ‘not looking for’ war over Taiwan but keeps up suspense over arms packages
Xi and he ‘talked a lot’ about Taiwan, US president says, will not be drawn on future of mega arms packages awaiting final approval.
15 May 2026 - 11:48PM
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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.
15 May 2026 - 11:54PM
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Semiconductors
‘Panic’ over capacity crunch in mature node chips drives orders to Chinese fabs
AI demand shifts chip production to China, boosting SMIC’s capacity and revenue as global foundries focus on high-margin AI chips.
15 May 2026 - 5:32PM
Japan
To cut reliance on China, Japan eyes bespoke ship for rare earth extraction
Tokyo also aims to become a major global supplier despite the project facing technological, cost and geopolitical hurdles.
15 May 2026 - 1:59PM
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China travel
China’s hotel sector shines, poised to outperform through 2026 on strong demand
International hotel chains ride China’s travel rebound, posting gains as domestic demand and inbound flows strengthen.
15 May 2026 - 9:50AM
US-China relations
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Xi-Trump summit in Beijing heralds start of constructive, stable relations
Through the meticulously planned welcome ceremony and Xi Jinping’s remarks, Beijing has emphasised the importance of stable bilateral ties to the world.
15 May 2026 - 7:15AM
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Trump says Xi offered help on Iran as China seeks to keep Hormuz open
Chinese leader’s overture underscores how global issues are increasingly shaping US-China diplomacy and trade talks.
15 May 2026 - 6:16AM
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Xi and Trump set sights on stability for China and the US – with a note of caution
A day of positive messaging and personal rapport includes an invitation to visit the White House in September.
15 May 2026 - 12:02AM
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Xi urges ‘utmost caution’ from Trump on Taiwan, warns of conflict risk
Managing ‘Taiwan question’ to be primary factor for ‘constructive strategic stability’ in ties over the next three years, analysts note.
14 May 2026 - 11:02PM
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How did the US and China tell 2 different stories about the summit?
Beijing highlights the need for stable ties and peace, while Washington focuses on fentanyl and agricultural products.
14 May 2026 - 11:20PM
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Trump-Xi summit puts US vulnerabilities on display
China weaponising rare earths turned the tables on Trump, showing how unprepared Western governments and firms were for a full trade war.
14 May 2026 - 8:30PM
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US-China relations
Typhon launch of Tomahawk missile is ‘worst provocation’ by the US against China
Observers suggest strong countermeasures after the first live-firing of the system since its deployment to the Philippines.
14 May 2026 - 5:58PM
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Xi-Trump summit casts optimistic light on lingering tensions
The presidents of China and the United States focused on cooperation and potential trade, rather than tougher issues, as they opened the first day of talks in Beijing.
14 May 2026 - 5:00PM
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‘Transactional’ but pivotal: how Xi-Trump talks could redefine fault lines
Chinese and US leaders are likely to focus on stability and achievable outcomes rather than breakthroughs when they meet in Beijing.
14 May 2026 - 12:19PM
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Wary mood to mark Xi-Trump summit with irritants aplenty on both sides: analysts
Observers noted the number of recent strategic and trade blows, including the war on Iran, have not derailed the meeting from going ahead.
14 May 2026 - 1:50AM
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What does Pete Hegseth’s presence in China say about Trump’s military agenda?
US arms sales to Taiwan, nuclear weapons and military-to-military communication will be among topics discussed, experts say.
13 May 2026 - 9:36PM
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Aviation
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AirAsia pilot lands sideways in high winds
The pilot used a ‘crabbing’ manoeuvre to land the plane safely despite strong winds at Taiwan’s Taoyuan International Airport.
13 May 2026 - 9:11PM
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Hong Kong transport
HK Express cuts surcharge by 12.8% as fuel prices ease amid Mideast war
Adjustment follows similar moves by Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Airlines, which have both announced reductions in fuel surcharges.
13 May 2026 - 9:09PM
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Taiwan stages live-fire drill on mainland-facing island as Trump heads to Beijing
Coming Xi-Trump summit has triggered renewed anxiety in Taiwan about becoming a bargaining chip in broader negotiations.
13 May 2026 - 6:11PM
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