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9 September, 2024
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Electric & new energy vehicles

Chinese electronics recycler GEM plans Hong Kong share listing

Specialist in recycling batteries, electronic waste, scrapped cars and waste plastics seeks funds to speed global expansion.

US-China relations

Has Trump created an opening for China by quitting WHO and Paris Agreement?

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Business of climate change

Hong Kong and Singapore firms tie up to decarbonise shipping sector

Donald Trump’s 2025 inauguration

Immigration crackdown, withdrawal from WHO and Paris Agreement among Trump’s first acts

A slew of executive orders, extending to climate, TikTok and the WHO are signed as US president moves swiftly on pledges.

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An attendee bears a sign at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 17, 2024. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS
Hong Kong environmental issues

Editorial | Waste-to-energy plant backs recycling push in Hong Kong

Government insists new Hong Kong facility complements existing strategy and does not signal a shift away from the reduction of rubbish to burning it.

Indonesia

In the shadow of US tariffs, Indonesia seeks a Chinese solar boom

With billions of dollars in Chinese pledges and regulatory reforms, Jakarta is betting big on solar – with a weather eye on US trade policy.

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China-India relations

China’s Himalayan mega dam deepens India’s water worries

Just as ties seemed to be on the mend, a US$137 billion hydropower behemoth on the Yarlung Tsangpo River threatens to muddy the waters.

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The Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon in Tibet. Photo: AFP
Iran

Opinion | Why time is right to press Iran to give up its nuclear ambitions

Iran’s economic vulnerabilities, the region’s changing dynamics and a new reform-minded administration present an opportunity for a new deal.

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Russia

Russia, Iran to boost military and trade ties in ‘real breakthrough’ pact

Both countries signed a broad cooperation pact in the face of stinging Western sanctions.

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South China Sea

Philippines turns to US firms for sea oil drills as China tensions persist

Companies explore oil and gas projects in the country’s deep waters as Manila seeks to diversify its energy sources.

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A drilling platform at the Kaiping South oilfield in the eastern part of the South China Sea. Photo: Xinhua
The Philippines

Philippines flags security concerns about Chinese stake in power grid operator

Lawmakers revive fears of ‘kill switch’ to power grid amid concerns about limited skill transfers to Filipinos and lack of operational transparency.

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Filipino lineworkers repair power meters atop an electricity post at the main street of Quiapo city, Metro Manila, the Philippines, in 2017. Photo: Reuters
Middle East

Opinion | Defying the US, China expands green energy ties in Middle East

The once-laughable notion of selling solar power in the Middle East is now a rich vein for China to strengthen its presence in the region.

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China-Philippines relations

Opinion | Manila and Beijing can still choose cooperation over conflict

While violent clashes and bilateral disputes between Manila and Beijing have reached new heights, so can economic engagement.

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Business of climate change

Citybus owner Hans Group makes deal to fuel hydrogen-powered buses in Hong Kong

Hans Group, Citybus and Grand Resource Hydrogen signed a supply agreement on Wednesday.

From left, Yang Dong, CEO of Hans Group; He Wen Zhong, chairman of Grand Resource Hydrogen; and Richard Hall, managing director of Citybus. Photo: Sun Yeung
Ukraine war

Russia accuses Ukraine of ‘energy terrorism’ over alleged pipeline attack

Moscow says Ukraine tried to attack TurkStream pipeline infrastructure in Russia with drones.

A Ukrainian drone operator conducting an aerial reconnaissance mission at an undisclosed location in December. File photo: EPA-EFE
Iran

Iran, European powers hold ‘constructive’ nuclear talks ahead of Trump return

Iran and European powers hold talks in Geneva on lifting sanctions and nuclear issues.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong waste-to-energy plant won’t harm recycling push: minister

Secretary for Environment and Ecology Tse Chin-wan pushes back against ‘misunderstandings’ over facility opening this year.

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Ukraine war

New US sanctions on Russian oil aim to curb supply to China and India

The US Treasury has imposed sanctions on Russian oil producers Gazprom Neft and Surgutneftegas.

The logo of Russian energy giant Gazprom. Russian oil exports will be hurt severely by the new sanctions, which will force Chinese independent refiners to cut refining output going forward. Photo: EPA-EFE
Asean

Opinion | Why Southeast Asia’s participation in Brics matters

With Indonesia joining the grouping and Malaysia and Thailand as partner countries, Brics has acquired not just mineral-rich members but also key Asean voices.

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China energy security

China’s solar farms spread into new regions amid green energy push

Country’s largest mudflat solar photovoltaic energy storage facility combines salt production with photovoltaic power generation.

Business of climate change

Can China’s solar industry find a solution before it’s too late?

Solar industry faces year of reckoning as Opec-style pact falters amid a price war and excess capacity.

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Climate change

Opinion | How AI giants can help Asian suppliers make a clean energy transition

The likes of Microsoft, Google and Nvidia can invest in clean energy, boost suppliers’ renewables capacity and advocate for better policies.

Google spelled out in heliostats at a joint project solar energy farm in the Mojave Desert near the California-Nevada border in 2014. Tech giants must take responsibility for their climate impact worldwide, rather than simply exporting their climate impact abroad. Photo: Reuters
Malaysia

Malaysia and Japan to develop green energy projects, Ishiba eyes defence ties

Among their agreements, both countries will jointly develop hydrogen energy and partner in the post-war reconstruction of Gaza.

Taiwan

Opinion | Why Taiwan should reconsider its stance against nuclear energy

Taiwan, near-fully dependent on imported energy, plans to shut its last reactor. Yet renewables like nuclear can support its security and carbon goals.

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Science

China plans to build ‘Three Gorges dam in space’ to harness solar power

Chinese rocket scientist reveals blueprint for ‘incredible project’ to build solar power station in space using super heavy rockets.

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A Long March-5 rocket is seen at the Wenchang Space Launch Centre in southern China. The much larger Long March-9, a reusable heavy-lift rocket, will be used to realise plans for the solar power station in space. Photo: Xinhua via AP
Science

New discoveries raise China’s lithium reserves to second largest in the world

Recent finds, including a massive deposit in Tibet, will help meet demand for metal, which is key for EV batteries and other technologies.

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Lithium is key component in electric car batteries. Photo: AFP
Diplomacy

Opinion | Spurned by the West, Russia ally Belarus is extravagantly courting China

Sanctioned by the West and unsure of Russia’s support, Belarus is banking on economic ties with China as Lukashenko plans pre-election visit.

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Banking & finance

Increasing Chinese investments boost Abu Dhabi economy

Investments are creating jobs, developing infrastructure and upping the emirate’s status as a global hub, says investment office director.

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