Is the idea of the U.S. winning a tech war with China pure "madness"?
Trump calls tariffs America's "big power over China," but analysts say Beijing may be better prepared than ever to engage in a trade war with the U.S.
Balls, soup, stir-fry, wine: See how Hong Kong celebrates snake
The Year of the Snake is a perfect time to try snake soup at one of Hong Kong’s family-run restaurants. Artisan Setaro is the only producer left in Italy's first capital of pasta

China Vanke Shares Jump

China Vanke's Hong Kong shares climb after reshuffle of top management
China Vanke Shares Jump as Management Reshuffle Raises Government Bailout Hopes
Shares of China Vanke jumped after key management changes fueled hopes that the government is stepping in to rescue the troubled property developer. The company's stock gained as much as 14% to HK$6.43 in early trade in Hong Kong on Tuesday,
China Vanke’s management reshuffle signals bailout for troubled developer, analysts say
China and India agree to resume direct commercial flights for first time in five years
China and India have agreed to resume direct commercial flights, in the latest sign of an easing of tensions between the world’s two most populous countries.
In China, Government Data on Drugs Blocked From Public After Backlash
Criticism over how the Chinese government buys drugs for its public health care system has ignited frustration over the quality of medicine.
Even China’s Property Stalwart Isn’t Immune From the Crisis
Troubles at Vanke raise questions about the continued spread of the property crisis and whether the Chinese state will step in.
DeepSeek and ChatGPT Answer Sensitive Questions About China Differently
DeepSeek's chatbot's answer echoed China's official statements, saying the relationship between the world's two largest economies is one of the most important bilateral relationships globally. It said China is committed to developing ties with the U.S. based on mutual respect and win-win cooperation.
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‘Let’s talk about something else’: China’s AI chatbot DeepSeek answers questions on Hong Kong, Tiananmen crackdown
China's AI bot DeepSeek censored answers about Hong Kong's protests, Taiwan's status and other topics when asked questions by HKFP.
China Market Update: Year Of The Dragon Slayed The Bears
It was a quiet night as DeepSeek was by far the topic du jour in the region, though Mainland China (closed until next Wednesday), Indonesia (closed until Thursday), Malaysia (closed until Friday), and Taiwan (closed until next Monday) were closed for Chinese New Year while South Korea is closed until Friday for Korean New Year.
DeepSeek offers no new answers to China’s AI bind
DeepSeek has triggered a dramatic rethink on artificial intelligence spending around the world, except perhaps in China. The startup's impressive low-cost model showcases the country's innovation prowess.
In China, Rare Dissent Over a Program to Save on Drug Costs
Top doctors raised concerns about domestically made drugs, saying Beijing’s effort to lower costs is sacrificing quality.
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‘Political grandstanding’: Hong Kong slams US lawmakers’ reintroduction of sanctions bill
Hong Kong authorities have condemned American lawmakers' reintroduction of a bill urging sanctions on the city's top officials, judges and prosecutors, calling the move "political grandstanding rife."