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The US has announced that around 60 Chinese tech companies and research institutions have been added to its “entity list” to prevent Beijing from advancing artificial intelligence for the military. Photo: Shutterstock

US adds more Chinese firms to tech ban list. Is it just the start for Trump 2.0?

America has a sense of urgency about the way China is closing the technology gap, analyst says.

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Global Economy

‘Absolutely wrong’: Jeffrey Sachs rejects US claims of Chinese overcapacity

US economics professor says China’s manufacturing heft essential to global green transition, dismisses Western charges of trade disruption.

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China Economy

What does US hope to gain with Venezuela tariffs? An edge over China, some say

Beijing may have to choose between giving up on its closest ally in the Americas or being hit with additional US tariffs, analysts said.

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Politics

Li Ka-shing’s Hutchison gets another Beijing warning over Panama ports sale

Beijing’s top offices on Hong Kong post article quoting residents urging firm to stand up to US pressure and to stand on the right side of history.

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Focus

Can birth subsidies save China from its looming population crisis?

Science

Tiny Chinese drone conquers Earth’s deepest point, beyond reach of US Navy

Briefcase-size miniature robot turns extreme pressure into propulsion to traverse Mariana Trench, paving way for future deep-sea exploration.

26 Mar 2025 - 4:39PMvideocam

Beihang University researchers and collaborators have developed a miniature robot that features technology that could lead the way for a new generation of deep-sea exploration vehicles. Photo: Beihang University

Tech War

‘Coming out’: Huawei-related chip tool maker makes splash at Semicon China

In the first public display of SiCarrier’s latest chipmaking equipment, the company’s booth drew throngs of visitors eager for more information.

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United States & Canada

US adds 80 companies, including over 50 Chinese firms, to export blacklist

Companies from Taiwan, Iran, Pakistan, South Africa and UAE also were included.

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Business

How two Hong Kong firms’ innovative solutions enhance well-being in belt and road regions

Modern Dental Group and Insilico Medicine keen to use city’s unrivalled global connections to create a healthier world.

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Hong Kong-based health technology firms, such as Modern Dental Group and Insilico Medicine, are leveraging the city’s strategic advantages to drive worldwide healthcare-related collaboration. Photo: Shutterstock

China

Signal chat fiasco, China’s birth subsidies: SCMP daily highlights

From a Chinese drone conquering Earth’s deepest point to the impact of birth subsidies, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.

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Left to right: FBI director Kash Patel, director of national intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and Central Intelligence Agency director John Ratcliffe appear during a Senate Committee on Intelligence Hearing on Tuesday in Washington. Photo: Getty images/TNS

Tech War

Beijing AI research lab says inclusion on US export control list a ‘mistake’

The updated BIS list includes more than 50 new Chinese entities, including six units of cloud computing provider Inspur Group.

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United States & Canada

Magazine publishes US’ Yemen attack plan mistakenly shared in chat group

The Atlantic said it was publishing details after the Trump administration repeatedly denied any classified information had been included.

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Diplomacy

Why did Donald Trump link the US fentanyl crisis to tariffs on China?

Synthetic opioids have killed hundreds of thousands of Americans and the US President’s actions have brought a renewed focus on the issue.

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Drugs made using a pill press, a key piece of equipment that China has agreed to further controls on. Photo: Reuters

Science

China finishes deep-sea tests on upgraded Jiaolong submersible

The month-long trial shows that upgrades will allow it complete more frequent and intensive scientific research missions, state media says.

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The Jiaolong recently finished a month-long trial. Photo: National Deep Sea Centre

Military

Why is China’s military so worried about Starlink? A Rand report has a warning

US Space Force needs to prepare for provocation after claim that Chinese satellites practised ‘dogfight’ manoeuvres, report says.

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Big Tech

Apple CEO meets top Chinese officials in charm offensive but offers no AI update

Cook was among 80 company executives who attended the China Development Forum, an annual event to facilitate dialogue with global investors.

26 Mar 2025 - 3:04PM

Big Tech

Alibaba chairman Joe Tsai questions AI’s limits, casts doubt on humanoid robots

Speaking at Alibaba’s Jumpstarter event, the entrepreneur said much of what humans value is not captured in training data.

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Alibaba chairman Joe Tsai speaks at the grand finale of the company’s Jumpstarter 2025 event on March 26. Photo: Handout

Society

Hong Kong eyes ‘pay for what you build’ approach for developers adjusting leases

Developers currently pay land premiums based on maximum floor area when they modify leases, development chief Bernadette Linn notes.

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The Hong Kong government plans to incentivise private project development. Photo: Eugene Lee

Big Tech

Alibaba, Ant partner with home province to boost China’s AI drive

The two tech giants have become key partners in empowering government agencies with AI capabilities.

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China Porsche owner skips out on US$70 petrol bill, leaves station worker to pay

Driver of US$75,000 luxury car gets station worker to fill up tank then speeds off without paying, police track him down using surveillance footage.

26 Mar 2025 - 3:07PM

OPINION

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Hao Nan

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Focus

How did China’s top weapons brains become targets of its anti-corruption push?

Acceleration of defence sector’s anti-corruption drive may be linked to the downfall of former defence minister Li Shangfu, analysts say.

24 Mar 2025 - 1:44AMvideocam

From BTS to a free trade deal, is South Korea moving closer to China?

23 Mar 2025 - 6:00AMvideocam

‘De-dollar’ diplomacy: Brics focus on alternative currency stirs Trump’s ire

19 Mar 2025 - 11:18PMvideocam

Open Questions series

Diplomacy

Open Questions | Political analyst Zheng Yongnian on how China should respond to Trump’s return

Chinese political scientist says if the country’s private enterprises can’t thrive, foreign capital won’t either.

10 Mar 2025 - 1:50PMvideocam

China Economy

Open Questions | Why China’s economic recovery is captivating investors again: Robin Xing

Morgan Stanley’s chief China economist sees green shoots in China thanks to innovation, but highlights need for social security reform.

21 Mar 2025 - 11:25AMvideocam

China Economy

Open Questions | Michael Pettis on China’s consumption paradox and the pitfalls of a trade war

The professor of finance and author talks China’s economy and argues the US dollar’s monopoly role in trade is an ‘unsustainable’ anomaly.

24 Mar 2025 - 10:11AMvideocam

Diplomacy

Open Questions | China watcher Wang Xiangwei says ‘bloated bureaucracy’ is stifling growth

Journalism professor and former Post editor says China must walk the talk to reassure private sector, with lessons from DeepSeek, Ne Zha.

3 Mar 2025 - 6:00AMvideocam

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Banking & Finance

Alibaba’s Tsai says some AI bets like excess data centres are speculative

‘People are talking literally about US$500 billion, several US$100 billion [projects]. I don’t think that is entirely necessary,’ Tsai says.

25 Mar 2025 - 5:11PMvideocam

Alibaba Group chairman Joe Tsai says some of the multi-billion outlays may be unnecessary. Photo: Handout

Tech War

Beijing AI research lab says inclusion on US export control list a ‘mistake’

The updated BIS list includes more than 50 new Chinese entities, including six units of cloud computing provider Inspur Group.

1 hour ago

Big Tech

Alibaba chairman Joe Tsai questions AI’s limits, casts doubt on humanoid robots

Speaking at Alibaba’s Jumpstarter event, the entrepreneur said much of what humans value is not captured in training data.

2 hours ago

Tech War

‘Coming out’: Huawei-related chip tool maker makes splash at Semicon China

In the first public display of SiCarrier’s latest chipmaking equipment, the company’s booth drew throngs of visitors eager for more information.

3 hours ago

The booth of chip equipment maker SiCarrier drew large crowds at Semicon China on March 26, as people looked for any new information regarding the company’s latest technology. Photo: Ann Cao

Politics

How did China’s top weapons brains become targets of its anti-corruption push?

Acceleration of defence sector’s anti-corruption drive may be linked to the downfall of former defence minister Li Shangfu, analysts say.

24 Mar 2025 - 1:44AMvideocam

Science

Explainer | What is 6G and why is China racing ahead of US and Europe with the technology?

Sixth-generation wireless communications will change the way we interact with the world but not all countries are embracing it.

24 Mar 2025 - 4:22PMvideocam

China Economy

What’s behind the pro-Beijing camp’s criticism of the Panama ports deal?

The backlash against Hutchison’s ports sell-off is designed to send a message to other Chinese firms with overseas assets, analysts say.

20 Mar 2025 - 8:07AMvideocam

Lifestyle & Culture

Cosmetic cravings: Asia’s Gen Z risk it all to keep their youthful looks

Young Southeast Asians are running a gauntlet of bootleg botox, fake fillers and clandestine clinics in their quest to defy ageing.

23 Mar 2025 - 7:55AMvideocam

Gen Z beauty seekers appear undeterred by harrowing tales of disfiguring infections, scarring and deaths caused by botulism. Photo: Shutterstock