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Why experts say China urgently needs to intervene to stop ‘lone wolf’ killingsAfter recent deadly attacks, country’s public security system needs ‘clear legal bases’ to identify high-risk individuals, experts say.

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China dismisses report of corruption probe into Defence Minister Dong Jun

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China investigates head of Shanghai’s free-trade zone for corruption

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Crime in China

Security guards foil attempted bank robbery in southwestern China, man detainedThe crime is an uncommon one in Chinese society, which has been rocked this year by a spate of random attacks as economic slump bites.

27 Nov 2024 - 3:49PMvideocam

The city of Guangan in China’s Sichuan province was the scene of a foiled bank robbery in October, according to a mainland report. Photo: Baidu

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Taiwan

Taiwan sparks outcry with urban warfare military training at Taipei universityCritics say it disrupts academic life and could make National Chengchi University a PLA target if ammunition is regularly stored on campus.

27 Nov 2024 - 10:00AM

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Espionage

China says hi-tech study tours targeted by foreign governmentsMinistry of State Security says overseas agents may use various methods to ‘win over and brainwash’ Chinese students studying abroad.

26 Nov 2024 - 7:00PMvideocam

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Books and literature

Yeh Chia-ying, China’s ‘daughter of poetry’, dies at the age of 100Literary scholar is remembered for her passion for classical Chinese poetry and charisma that inspired generations of writers and students.

26 Nov 2024 - 10:00AM

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Taiwan

Alarm in Taiwan over quiet change to air raid alert thresholdPressure tactics from the PLA prompted the island to alter when it will sound the sirens, military source says.

25 Nov 2024 - 8:11PMvideocam

Changing the threshold for issuing an air raid alert would leave people on Taiwan less time to respond to an attack, critics say. Photo: Handout

Global Economy

US presidential election 2024

Global Impact | New leaders in Asia, as well as the US, create questions as Trump return loomsIn this week’s issue of the Global Impact newsletter, we look at how the Trump administration will fare across a much-changed political landscape in Asia.

25 Nov 2024 - 2:00PMvideocam

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China economy

China aims for more than 100 ‘trusted data spaces’ by 2028National Data Administration action plan marks major step forward in building integrated data market with secure links to other countries.

25 Nov 2024 - 2:56PMvideocam

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China technology

Clear algorithms: China’s Big Tech ordered to clean up recommendation functionLatest move to tighten regulation comes amid soaring use of algorithms for content recommendation, e-commerce and gig work distribution.

24 Nov 2024 - 9:00PMvideocam

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Technology

Beware of deepfakes used by foreign spies to target China: security ministryDeepfake tools may be used by spy agencies as a new weapon for ‘cognitive warfare’, state security ministry cautions in social media post.

24 Nov 2024 - 7:15PMvideocam

Deepfakes use AI to manipulate images, audio and video, making highly realistic forgeries nearly indistinguishable from reality. Photo: Shutterstock

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Accidents and disasters in China

China’s mass killings spark calls for social support to prevent repeatChinese legal experts urge authorities to dig deeper for reasons behind ‘revenge’ incidents after spate of deadly attacks.

25 Nov 2024 - 12:30AMvideocam

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Crime in China

China’s top judge promises swift justice after recent mass killingsChief justice Zhang Jun says stern measures will help public ‘truly feel fairness’ but lighter punishments may be better for lesser crimes.

24 Nov 2024 - 3:26PMvideocam

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How Xi Jinping is going back to Confucius to define China’s futureXi’s plan to glorify China’s deep cultural roots is embodied in Ruzang, a compilation of the philosopher’s writings and related works.

24 Nov 2024 - 9:54AMvideocam

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China’s private sector law needs to punish unjust law enforcement: ex-officialChen Yongjie, a former State Council researcher, says a survey of entrepreneurs found half felt the proposed legislation was ‘insufficient’.

23 Nov 2024 - 8:00PMvideocam

The private sector slowdown is dragging down China’s growth rate. Photo: AFP

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China confronts false accusations that plague anti-corruption crusadeObservers say unfounded claims about cadres waste resources, dampen morale and deter officials from making bold moves to boost the economy.

23 Nov 2024 - 2:00PMvideocam

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Taiwan

Taiwan’s William Lai slides in popularity, plagued by political turmoilLai’s disapproval rating is at its highest since he took over as leader six months ago, according to a new public opinion poll.

23 Nov 2024 - 6:23PMvideocam

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What makes China’s Guangdong and its ‘sin city’ magnets for corruption probes?As dozens of high-ranking officials fall in corruption scandals, a political analyst reveals a common thread.

23 Nov 2024 - 8:00AMvideocam

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China plans to have national data infrastructure in place by 2029Draft guidelines stress need for a secure environment for data sharing, particularly sensitive information that may affect national security.

23 Nov 2024 - 12:07AM

The plan is to simplify data-sharing processes while ensuring national security, according to the draft guidelines. Photo: Shutterstock

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Beijing’s messaging needs AI, algorithms to counter Western discourse: expertsPeople’s Daily dedicates full page to expert opinion stressing need for more ‘precise’ information campaigns to dismantle international stereotypes.

22 Nov 2024 - 10:03PMvideocam

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Science

China plans ‘mind-boggling’ geoscience survey to hunt for natural resourcesThousands of researchers will work on US$1 billion SinoProbe II study over six years to create subterranean map of the country.

22 Nov 2024 - 5:30PMvideocam

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China cracks down on police abuse of power targeting businessesProsecutors warn of law enforcement deception tactics aimed at swindling entrepreneurs and companies in other provinces.

22 Nov 2024 - 3:58PMvideocam

Open Questions series

Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty

22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PMvideocam

Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed

8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AMvideocam

China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic

29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AMvideocam

This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why

6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AMvideocam

Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate

5 Aug 2024 - 8:16PMvideocam

Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete

12 Jul 2024 - 1:46PMvideocam

Why eco-warrior Ma Jun sees hope for China’s role in Cop29 amid US uncertainty

22 Nov 2024 - 12:38PMvideocam

Historian on why we aren’t heading towards WWIII yet and how wars have changed

8 Nov 2024 - 12:01AMvideocam

China’s evolving role in Middle East conflicts, according to an academic

29 Aug 2024 - 10:09AMvideocam

This economist says China’s property oversupply is far from over. Here’s why

6 Aug 2024 - 9:19AMvideocam

Ex-World Bank economist on why ‘China will not be misled’, dodging Japan’s fate

5 Aug 2024 - 8:16PMvideocam

Arthur Kroeber: why China decoupling is unlikely, and talk of reform incomplete

12 Jul 2024 - 1:46PMvideocam