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China carmakers eye record 12 million global sales in 2026 as EV demand surges

Buoyant overseas sales could also cushion against a weak domestic market, which slumped 20 per cent in the first eight months of the year.

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Visitors inspect an electric car made by China’s BYD at the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show, July 30, 2026. Photo: EPA

Diplomacy

Xi-Trump rapport is ‘most valuable strategic asset’ in US-China ties: envoy Xie

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Xie Feng, speaking during National Day celebrations at the Chinese embassy in Washington, says Xi and Trump’s mutual support gives “fresh momentum to Asia-Pacific cooperation and global governance”. Photo: X.com/AmbXieFeng

Politics

Hong Kong’s 5-year plan underlines ‘DNA’ as a global city, free market: John Lee

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John Lee (centre) and other top officials at a reception to celebrate the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai on Thursday. Photo: Karma Lo

Diplomacy

US targets China’s steel capacity at G20 days after Xi’s state visit

Jamieson Greer proposes new global framework that will encourage countries to strengthen trade barriers against steel imports.

1 Oct 2026 - 5:50AM

United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the new global “Milwaukee Framework” will help tackle excess steel production capacity. Photo: Reuters

Politics

Shows, tours and film as China marks 90 years since the end of the Long March

Communist Party has rolled out a series of commemorative activities to promote the historic trek and revive its ‘spirit’.

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An interactive exhibition at the Military Museum of the Chinese People’s Revolution in Beijing is among a number of commemorative shows and activities across the country. Photo: Xinhua

Big Tech

Huawei steps up Tau chip roll-out, with Mate XT 2 on track for 1 million sales

The Chinese tech giant plans to use its self-developed advanced chips across the new Mate 90 series as it overcomes stringent US tech curbs.

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A salesperson showcases the Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max Premium Edition at a store in Shenzhen on Tuesday. Photo: Iris Deng

Health & Environment

Philippines’ uranium find a ‘vital’ boost for nuclear energy ambitions

The discovery of uranium-bearing minerals in Luzon comes as the country explores integrating nuclear power into its future energy mix.

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A motorcyclist drives past the South Luzon Thermal Energy Power Plant in Calaca, Batangas, in the Philippines in October 2025. Photo: AP

Lifestyle

What drives 4 Shaw Prize laureates in pursuit of scientific discovery

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Four of this year’s Shaw Prize laureates: (from left) Ken’ichi Nomoto, Stanford Woosley, Camillo De Lellis and Emmanuel Candes.

China Economy

As China’s birth rate falls, vacant schools are turned into aged care facilities

Data shows primary and preschool enrolments each fell by 10 per cent last year, leaving classrooms empty while the elderly population grows.

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As China’s birth rate drops and its elderly population grows, vacant schools are being turned into aged care facilities to accommodate this changing demographic. Photo: Xinhua

China Economy

In Focus | How US sanctions forced Xinjiang’s cotton industry to build a survival model

State support and tech upgrades help producers pivot, but they face tight profit margins, a ‘domestic decoupling’ and EU market spillover.

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Illustration: Henry Wong

Hong Kong Economy

Retailers expect ‘golden week’ sales growth, but trade groups warn of modest gains

About 1.29 million mainland Chinese visitors are expected over holiday, but trade groups say cautious spending could limit gains across wider sector.

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A jewelry shop advertises a National Day offer in Tsim Sha Tsui. Average daily arrivals between October 1 and 7 are projected to exceed last year’s figure by more than 5 per cent. Photo: Karma Lo

Politics

Border mine blasts show why both Koreas urgently need to restore communication

With North Korea stepping up fortification works along the border, constant contact is needed to avoid accidental clashes, experts say.

1 Oct 2026 - 8:00AM

A North Korean guard post and military fences in the border county of Gaepung is seen from a South Korean observation deck at Aegibong Peace Ecopark in Gimpo on July 1. Photo: AFP

People

Indian pride swells as flydubai pilot who saved 174 lives hailed as hero

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Smit Machchhar for unlocking the cockpit door to avert a crash after his co-pilot’s attack.

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Indian pilot Smit Machchhar in an unidentified portrait released on Wednesday. Machchhar was praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for saving passengers after he was stabbed by his colleague during an alleged attempt to crash a Flydubai flight. Photo: Israel Foreign Ministry/Handout via Reuters

United States & Canada

Woman told Cornell police 2 years ago she was sure she was raped: transcript

The account raises new questions in the high-profile case about the district attorney’s decision not to prosecute anyone at the time.

1 Oct 2026 - 7:43AM

Students walk and ride across the campus of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, on Wednesday. Photo: AFP

Diplomacy

Trump claims he discussed release of political prisoners in China with Xi

US president says he had ‘some very, very important discussions’ with his Chinese counterpart, but did not identify specific cases.

1 Oct 2026 - 7:58AM

Chinese President Xi Jinping meets US President Donald Trump at the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on September 24, 2026. Photo: Xinhua

Europe

Expert gives grim warning after Swiss glaciers shrink 20% in 5 years

Glaciologist says ice could vanish within 15 years as record summer triggers second-biggest melt on record.

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A father and his son look at the melting Plaine Morte Glacier. Photo: AFP

Diplomacy

US criticises China’s WTO compliance as industry groups mount complaints

Senior US trade official says Beijing targeting entire industrial sectors for global dominance, while retaining a non-market economic system.

1 Oct 2026 - 6:44AM

The headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva, Switzerland. The US has long accused China of failing to meet its WTO commitments. Photo: AFP

East Asia

Trump touts US$200 billion South Korean energy deal ahead of US midterms

South Korea agreed to invest US$350 billion in the US and boost its purchases of US energy as part of a July 2025 trade deal with Trump.

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US President Donald Trump (seated) is accompanied by politicians and energy executives during his announcement of South Korean investments on Wednesday. Photo: EPA

Diplomacy

Brazil’s beef exporters hit a wall in China as 55% tariff kicks in

Surtax on its largest market alarms the industry, which is already locked out of the EU and facing higher US duties.

1 Oct 2026 - 2:52AM

A butcher weighs meat at a butcher’s shop in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. China is charging an extra 55 per cent tariff on Brazilian beef starting on Thursday, October 1. Photo: AFP

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Chinese research ship near the Batanes sparks undersea cable concerns in Manila

Philippine coastguard claims the vessel has been ‘loitering’ near islands that have become a geopolitical battleground amid boundary talks.

The Jia Hai Ke 7’s deployment has raised concerns over China’s use of research vessels to assert claims, map seabed terrain for potential military applications and gather intelligence on undersea infrastructure in disputed waters. Photo: X /Jay Tarriela

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China Business

China carmakers eye record 12 million global sales in 2026 as EV demand surges

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Southeast Asia

High ‘no-show’ rate of doctors posted to East Malaysia raises alarm

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People

Indian pride swells as flydubai pilot who saved 174 lives hailed as hero

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Food & Drink

Opinion | Disgusting Food Museum launches Hong Kong pop-up, but is it in good taste?

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Hong Kong

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