Xi Jinping arrives in Malaysia as Trump's tariffs push China to cosy up to neighbours

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Xi Jinping arrives in Malaysia as Trump's tariffs push China to cosy up to neighbours

Xi Jinping arrives in Malaysia as Trump tariffs push China closer to neighbours

Chinese leader hails ‘golden 50 years’ of ties as he lands in the country, where he is greeted by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim.

China’s Xi urges solidarity in Vietnam meetings against US ‘unilateral bullying’

Nianli Ma, wife of cyber expert Xiaofeng Wang, speaks out over FBI raids

Ma says lack of due process by Indiana University is devastating after she and Wang were dismissed within days of each other.

US moves to contain China’s AI march will backfire: top Chinese web official

Officials from top web watchdog and advisory body call for greater regional cooperation, end to ‘zero-sum’ mindsets amid US tariff risks.

Hong Kong faces rising ‘soft resistance’ threat amid geopolitical rifts: experts

Experts joined government officials for panel after opening ceremony for this year’s National Security Education Day.

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‘Almost no orders’: Shenzhen chip traders mull closing shop as US tariffs bite

One of the world’s largest electronics markets, Huaqiangbei shows how fast the supply chain was upended by the tariff escalation with Washington.

American bargain hunters flock to China’s DHgate e-commerce app

‘There’s nothing a Chinese factory can’t make,’ a TikTok user says in a video purportedly showing suppliers of designer fashion brands.

Huawei launches new AI architecture to challenge Nvidia’s dominance

Huawei’s alleged advancement points to the US-sanctioned company’s progress in achieving self-sufficiency in computing power.

65 horses head to Hong Kong: a glimpse into the logistics of transporting valuable animals

Cathay Cargo orchestrates a complex logistics operation to transport stars of the Hong Kong International Horse Show.

Trump’s China-Vietnam claim, China’s chip trader woes: SCMP daily highlights

From Beijing firing back at US over aid claims to Trump’s crude remark after Xi’s visit to Vietnam, here’s a round-up from today’s China coverage.

China’s Canton Fair traders say US buyers stepping back amid tariffs

Meanwhile, China’s showcase of electronic advancements are seen providing a much-needed boost to sentiment surrounding “Made in China” in uncertain times.

Trade war won’t impact Hong Kong’s role as global hub for commerce: John Lee

City leader tells summit with 800 tourism sector leaders that Hong Kong remains dedicated to free and open trade.

America may lose US$20 billion in tourism spending as visitors stay away

Increased hostility at the border and rising geopolitical frictions prompt potential visitors to rethink their holiday plans.

China’s Kuaishou unveils ‘world’s most powerful’ AI video generator

The short video firm has launched Kling AI 2.0, saying the service now has more than 22 million users globally.

Chinese factories in Vietnam see ‘crazy’ surge in orders amid US tariff pause

US businesses are putting factories in Vietnam under pressure to front-load as many shipments as possible within the 90-day window.

China fires back after US official takes swipe at aid to Global South

Beijing tells Washington to stop sowing discord after US treasury secretary accuses China of signing ‘rapacious deals’ with developing world.

Why China is worried about its growing reliance on Africa’s resources

China has heavily invested to secure raw materials from African nations, but US accusations over those deals pose new risks.

Trump’s tariffs put Chinese science to the test, but US labs may be harder hit

Washington’s experiment with tariff trade torment makes lab costs soar; ‘it’s like doubling the price tag’, US researcher says.

Will Xi, Kim and Putin meet in Red Square for Russia’s Victory Day?

A joint appearance by the leaders of China, Russia and North Korea would be a first for the three countries, which have a complex web of relationships.

Open Questions | Ex-diplomat Kerry Brown on how Trump ‘stunned’ China with his ‘lack of caution’

King’s College, London professor says he ‘cannot think of a worse tactic’ than threatening Beijing and presenting ‘zero-sum’ options.

Asean’s ‘illusion of solidarity’ splinters amid Trump’s tariff threats

While Malaysia calls for a united front, the reality is a race for bilateral deals, with Vietnam leading the charge – as China watches on.