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After the Myanmar Earthquake, Crisis Fatigue Reaches New Depths
Myanmarโs people confront a sense that the countryโs crises are escalating in scale, even as foreign support becomes more difficult to secure.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:
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China-US Trade War About Whose Economy More Resilient: Leading Chinese Scholar
Zheng Yongnian provides his recommendations for China to โremain undefeatableโ amid both tariffs and the broader competition with the U.S.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Will iPhones cost more because of Trump's tariffs on China?
Some analysts say that if costs incurred by tariffs pass to consumers, US iPhone prices could rise by hundreds of dollars.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:US markets slide as tariffs on imports from China now hit 145%
White House clarifies that the 125% tariffs are in addition to earlier 20% levies applied for fentanyl trafficking.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong police officer charged with indecent assault, set to appear in court
Officer accused of indecently assaulting woman on footbridge while off duty in early hours of February 4.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:The Case for the US and Bhutan to Establish Formal Diplomatic Relations
Conditions are ripening to establish official Bhutan-U.S. ties, a goal supported by three trends: tourism, high-level communication, and the strengthening India-U.S. relationship.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:US stocks open lower day after Trump pauses tariffs
All three major indices were firmly in the red after notching some of the biggest single-day gains in history in the prior day.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Chinese-Filipino tycoonโs killing sparks fears of organised crime surge in the Philippines
The โbrutalโ murders of businessman Anson Que and his driver have reignited urgent calls for authorities to crack down on crime syndicates.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Mumbai terror attacks accused extradited by US arrives in India
India had been seeking Tahawwur Rana's extradition from the US for many years.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:How India Should Respond to Trumpโs Tariff Threat
India should take this opportunity to drop tariffs on US manufacturers to zero โ for reasons that go far beyond Trump's โLiberation Day.โ
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Ukraine Claims Capture of Chinese Fighting With Russia in Donetsk
Zelenskyy claims that Kyiv has information on at least 155 Chinese citizens fighting with the Russian forces in eastern Ukraine.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:โGame of strategic resolveโ: can China outflank US in protracted trade war?
Escalating trade conflict is โstrategic battleโ that could take several more months before rational negotiations can begin, experts say.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Singaporeโs top officials, PM, criticise ex-NMP Calvin Cheng over Gaza post
The former nominated member of parliament on Thursday apologised for Facebook comments in March in which he offered to send pro-Palestine activists to Gaza.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:The India-US Nuclear Deal: Untying the Gordian Knot of Nuclear Liabilityย
Amending Indiaโs nuclear liability law could be the key to fully reviving the deal โ and the Indian nuclear energy market.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kongโs Cathay to keep power bank ban for aircrew, but vows layover option
Carrier says it is working with hotels to offer power banks, as there is no โfeasible wayโ to let aircrew bring them on board amid safety concerns.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:US, China in โtest of enduranceโ, Americaโs military budget pledge: SCMP daily highlights
From the latest tariff war turmoil to US promising to raise its military budget to record high, hereโs a round-up from todayโs China coverage.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:China kicks off hunt for rare quartz, with hi-tech aspirations, self-sufficiency in mind
The critical mineral, used to produce silicon, is a foundational material for strategic industries like semiconductors and photovoltaics โ and now it can be mined in China.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Trump tariffs: Chinese chip firms shrug off trade war, as US already cut them off
Chipmakers and analysts anticipate benefits to Chinaโs chip supply chain from the fresh US tariffs, including for equipment and components.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:The BM-04 Missile: Indiaโs Next-Generation Conventional Counterforce Weapon
The BM-04 missile development confirms a military doctrine aimed at conducting limited operations under the nuclear umbrella at conventional and subconventional levels.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:American Leaders Should Hold the Taliban Accountable, Not Engage With Themย
Itโs past time for the U.S. and the international community to use the tools at their disposal โ such as expanding targeted sanctions โ to hold the Taliban to account.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:China vows big changes to export controls โ fresh safeguards amid a raging trade war
Efforts also aim to protect Chinaโs โsovereignty, security and development interestsโ.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Trumpโs targeting of China will only spur its economic recovery
Trumpโs policies are repelling nations and academics, helping China deepen trading ties and attract talent even as the US heads towards recession.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:As Trump, defence chief Hegseth eye record US$1 trillion for military, should China worry?
Cool heads will prevail, analysts say, even as proposed US military spending boost amid a bruising tariff tit-for-tat prompts hot war fears.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:HKIC backs fintech unicorn WeLab to bring Hong Kong start-ups to Southeast Asia
The Hong Kong governmentโs investment arm has acquired an unspecified stake in the Li Ka-shing-backed consumer finance company.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:China seeks to strengthen EU, Asean ties as US trade war escalates
China and European Union ready to engage on thorny issues such as electric vehicle imports as Trumpโs tariff plans spark concerns.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong man arrested over theft of HK$129,000 from AXA office
Police say more than 80 staff members had money stolen from insurance firmโs Causeway Bay office in Times Square.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Talibanโs morality police arrest men for skipping mosque or wrong hairstyles
During the holy fasting month of Ramadan, menโs attendance at mandated prayers was closely monitored, leading at times to arbitrary detention.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Meet Peng Zhihui, the latest young robotics star to catch the Chinese premierโs attention
The founder of AgiBot joins a new generation of tech entrepreneurs who have gained recognition from Chinaโs top leadership.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong launches measures to protect exporters from shipment risks amid trade war
Initiatives include providing 50 per cent insurance premium discount for pre-shipment risks and extending free protection period.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:EU puts tariffs on hold for 90 days to match Trumpโs pause
The EU had approved retaliatory tariffs on US$23 billion in goods in response to his 25 per cent tariffs on imported steel and aluminium.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong police arrest 6, bust cross-border syndicate that laundered HK$290 million
Syndicate believed to have conducted at least 46 scams between June 2023 and January, conning victims out of HK$13.66 million, police say.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:This chart shows why Trump backflipped on tariffs
The Trump administration has announced a 90-day pause on its plan to impose so-called โreciprocalโ tariffs on nearly all US imports. But the pause does not extend to China, where import duties will rise to around 125%. The move signals a partial retreat from what had been shaping up as a broad and aggressive trade [โฆ] The post This chart shows why Trump backflipped on tariffs appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Trump tariffs: China to cut number of US films screened as Hollywood becomes a target
The China Film Administration said the โexcessiveโ levies were likely to reduce favourable views of American movies in the country.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:US-Russian citizen released in Moscow-Washington prisoner swap
Ksenia Karelina was convicted of treason on charges stemming from a donation of about US$52 to a charity aiding Ukraine.
Published on: April 10, 2025 | Source:Hong Kongโs Cathay sets up task force amid Trump tariffs, trade war
Flag carrierโs CEO warns of disruptions to cargo business, increased costs and pressure on supply chains in โhighly exposedโ sector.
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