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Geopolitics
Lack of US-China trust ‘will hurt global economy even with trade deal’
Chan Chun Sing says the ‘most dangerous trajectory’ for global trade is nations ‘fragmenting’ their supply chains to reduce economic risks.
3 Sep 2019 - 12:25PM
India
Analysis
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Deft diplomacy, economic realism help India sell Kashmir and Assam
2 Sep 2019 - 10:43PM
Asean
Opinion
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Should China be worried about the US-Asean sea drill?
2 Sep 2019 - 6:24AM
Geopolitics
Diplomacy
South Korea eyes intelligence-sharing pact with Thailand in Asean pivot
In a diplomatic shift, Seoul aims to reduce its reliance on the US, China, Japan and Russia. Partnering with Seoul could help Asean avoid debt traps with China, observers say, but others point to Beijing’s ‘unmatched’ ability to invest in the region.
1 Sep 2019 - 4:56PM
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Britain
Gurkha soldiers who dedicated their lives to Hong Kong feel betrayed by UK
Nepali military veterans are waging one last battle for years of pension payments they insist are owed for their dedicated service to the crown in Hong Kong
31 Aug 2019 - 8:00PM
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Opinion
China Briefing
China Briefing
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Trump’s trade antics used to rattle China, but time is now on Beijing’s side
To Chinese observers, the US president’s rapid flip-flops on Xi Jinping and the imposition of tariffs are giving off hints of desperation – and China can afford to hunker down for a drawn-out negotiating process
31 Aug 2019 - 9:43AM
Geopolitics
The Philippines
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Philippine, Chinese police team up to foil kidnappings
Philippine police will be sent to Beijing to take an anti-kidnapping course, while China wants to send police to Manila, where there has been a rash of cases of Chinese nationals abducting compatriots.
12 Dec 2019 - 3:25PM
Geopolitics
Malaysia
Hongkongers eyeing move to Malaysia ‘must not be running away’
Officials caution applicants that a strict vetting process is in place amid concerns that Hongkongers involved in illegal acts could seek refuge abroad.
25 Nov 2019 - 3:32AM
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Tear gas is fired at anti-government protesters in Hong Kong’s Kwun Tong area on Saturday. Photo: Sam Tsang
Geopolitics
Australia
Australia moves to clamp down on foreign interference at universities
The launch of the task force comes amid heightened scrutiny of China’s influence at Australian universities following a spate of cyberattacks, aggressive demonstrations, and incidents of Australian research allegedly being used by Beijing to violate human rights.
28 Aug 2019 - 10:31PM
Geopolitics
Chinese overseas
Influx of Chinese students a ‘multibillion-dollar’ risk to Australia: report
Many top universities in Australia have ‘extraordinary levels’ of exposure to the Chinese market, putting the taxpayer at risk if student numbers declined, according to a think tank.
27 Aug 2019 - 12:14PM
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Indonesia
Indonesia clarifies no deal between China’s Ping An and health insurer
Coordinating minister for maritime affairs Luhut Binsar Panjaitan released a statement after Indonesian social media users asked why a Chinese company had to be involved with the national health insurance agency, known as BPJS.
27 Aug 2019 - 3:41PM
Geopolitics
Pacific nations
Is Chinese support shaping the Pacific nations’ response to West Papua?
The island nations are unified in support of a UN investigation into human rights abuses in the province, putting pressure on Jakarta, as growing Chinese influence in the region provides them an alternative source of financial support.
26 Aug 2019 - 4:39PM
Protesters gather under the banned West Papuan flag in the city of Fakfak. Photo: AFP
Geopolitics
Vietnam
Opinion
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Vietnam and America: foes on paper, friends out of necessity
Donald Trump has accused Vietnam of treating America ‘even worse’ than China does on trade, but tough rhetoric from Washington often belies the deepening convergence of their strategic interests.
24 Aug 2019 - 12:14AM
Politics
The Philippines
Duterte’s ex-top diplomat who smoothed over China ties arrested
Perfecto Yasay Jnr, a long-time ‘loyal friend’ to President Rodrigo Duterte, was Philippine foreign secretary for eight months and helped smooth ties between Manila and Beijing in 2016.
12 Dec 2019 - 3:27PM
Geopolitics
Indonesia
China’s US$16 billion East Timor loan a ‘hoax’, minister says
East Timor is looking for international partners to finance its Greater Sunrise gas project, tapping some of the country’s last remaining resources
24 Aug 2019 - 9:16AM
Politics
Diplomacy
Exclusive
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China friendship won’t compromise national interest: East Timor minister
Dionísio da Costa Babo Soares tells sceptics of Dili’s ties with Beijing that it is not a ‘new, fragile country’ that would be swayed by the largesse of others.
24 Aug 2019 - 9:17AM
Dili, capital of East Timor. China has backed a major infrastructure drive in the country of 1.3 million people. Photo: Shutterstock
Geopolitics
China-India relations
Analysis
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Indians told to boycott Chinese goods after Beijing backs Pakistan
Anger is brewing among nationalists who are fanning out across the country to persuade their compatriots to shun products from China.
22 Aug 2019 - 11:35AM
Politics
United States
China likely to wipe out Asia-based US forces in conflict: report
Report by Australia-based researchers urges US allies to overhaul military investment to prevent American military might being undermined in the region.
19 Aug 2019 - 10:30AM
Geopolitics
United States
What’s the target of Trump’s Asia strategy?
New US defence secretary Mark Esper has announced plans to deploy missiles and build more US bases in Asia. But he faces an uphill battle convincing countries wary of entering China’s crosshairs.
21 Aug 2019 - 4:55PM
Politics
Kashmir
Pakistanis in Hong Kong condemn Modi’s move to strip Kashmir of autonomy
Since August 4, parts of Indian-held Jammu & Kashmir have been under lockdown, with communications cut and freedom of movement restricted.
17 Aug 2019 - 11:33AM
Indian security forces patrol in Kashmir. Photo: Reuters
Opinion
Indonesia
Opinion
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China isn’t the only option as Jokowi reforms Indonesia’s economy
Jakarta needs to drum up foreign capital to boost lacklustre economic growth so is looking to renew deep-rooted historical ties with the Middle East.
12 Dec 2019 - 1:34PM
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Geopolitics
Iran
As Trump pushes Iran into Chinese arms, Asia fears ‘second cold war’
Washington’s campaign to limit Iran’s nuclear programme is prompting Tehran to pivot to Beijing and Moscow, while the US-China trade war is forcing Asian countries to pick sides, experts say
14 Aug 2019 - 1:10AM
Geopolitics
US-China trade war
Trump-linked resort drops Chinese cash, but trade war ‘not to blame’
Donald Trump Jnr says his father is not involved with the Trump Organisation’s real estate projects in Bali and West Java – and neither has the company profited from Trump Snr’s position as the US president
13 Aug 2019 - 8:47PM
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Opinion
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China isn’t the only option as Jokowi reforms Indonesia’s economy
12 Dec 2019 - 1:34PM
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Ceritalah
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In Kashmir, the colonised have become the colonisers
12 Aug 2019 - 10:19PM
Ajai Shukla
Asian Angle
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India’s dispute with Pakistan over Jammu & Kashmir has a loser: secularism
7 Aug 2019 - 10:35PM
George Yeo
Opinion
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Chinese exceptionalism, law vs etiquette and ‘chopsticks people’
4 Aug 2019 - 3:56PM
Cary Huang
Sino File
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UK’s choice: golden era with China, or special relationship with US
4 Aug 2019 - 11:00AM
Cary Huang
Sino File
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Taiwan’s 2020 election candidates? It’s the US vs China
28 Jul 2019 - 11:00AM
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