The mainland’s 13 gold ETFs bulge by US$9.6 billion, as the metal’s lure as a haven asset grows.

Five-day trip comes as Kenya weighs its options amid US tariffs and aid halts, with China scoring a win ‘in terms of optics’, observer says.

Childcare, healthcare and elderly care are precisely the parts of China’s consumer demand that remain significantly untapped.

Francis, 88, died unexpectedly on Monday after suffering a stroke and cardiac arrest.

The viral video has stirred debate on whether he was right to be offended or overreacted to the Mandarin greeting.

State Department talking points suggest foreign governments take steps to exclude China-based providers because of security risks.

Washington has openly accused Chinese companies of using Vietnam as a transshipment hub to dodge US duties.

The two men are at loggerheads over interest rate cuts and Trump’s power to fire Powell is unclear as no US president has done this before.

Observers say mistrust of a newly introduced online voting system needs to be addressed to increase voter turnout among OFWs.

Mourning hall of cathedral in Central will be open from 7am to 7pm in coming days to allow public to pay their respects to late pontiff.

Tariffs won’t shrink the inequalities in US society that result from globalisation. A better safety net, starting with healthcare, would.

‘The country needs to build new infrastructure,’ Huang says.

A new United Nations report warns of a global surge in Asian-led scam centres, operating as far afield as Nigeria, Angola and Brazil.

‘This government is all about growth’ but it is not ‘prioritising’ the tourism sector in any way, an industry leader says.

Shipments of several critical minerals have halted entirely, putting the US tech sector under pressure.

Economics teacher forged name, age, job, family background to lure young women into relationships, expelled from Communist Party.

From Chinese scholars urging peace with Manila to a fight in Pattaya, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Mammal underwent X-ray examination, which showed it sustained no injuries, only minor facial abrasions, Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden says.

The populist New Zealand First Party, which forms part of the country’s governing coalition, introduced the bill to parliament on Tuesday.

US lawyers want Chrome browser spun off, fearing AI will further enhance the tech giant’s online search dominance.

Africa, with a combined estimated US$3 trillion economy and a population of about 1.3 billion, offers potential for trade and investments.

Ministerial-level discussions, originally slated for this week, have been pushed back. Thailand seeks to avoid a hefty 36 per cent US tariff.

Chengdu engineers achieve uncanny precision in extreme weather with system that shares control with pilot, study said.

Single journey ticket for adults using an Octopus card will cost HK$120 at most under proposal, up from current HK$110.

The US Secret Service is investigating the incident that happened at a popular restaurant in Washington DC.

Officers will follow up on motorists who breach traffic laws in Central and Wan Chai by recording and monitoring surveillance camera footage.

Tributes have poured in for Puan Noor Aishah, the widow of Yusof Ishak, remembered for her grace, humility and dedication to Singapore.

Only two states have imposed a blanket ban on e-cigarettes and vapes so far, as the health ministry flip-flops on a decision.

With China on the rise, a historian expects the US president’s actions to ‘portend a new trajectory’ in world affairs.

Top market regulator says 40 per cent of business registrations from January-March were in emerging sectors and new technologies.

New laboratory at Polytechnic University to start clinical trials for advanced therapy products after facility is fully licensed.

Effective immediately for 200 days, the tariff marks India’s first major trade policy shift since Donald Trump’s global tariff impositions.

Officials say the fixed steel platform risks undermining a bilateral pact and signals China’s expanding maritime ambitions.

Instead of focusing on the quantity of talent scheme applicants, the city should prioritise quality of outcomes for arrivals.

Employee who was ‘absent without notice’ handed plastic bag full of coins, which takes an hour to deposit at bank.

Findings could help illuminate role of brain region in cognitive functions, such as memory integration and abstract thinking: paper.

Known as the Camerlengo, Farrell will determine the date of Francis’ funeral and supervise other organisational tasks.

New serviced flats, upgraded lobby and cake shop among revamp, to take place concurrently with renovation of the group’s Bangkok property.

Support for Lee keeps rising while his rival, acting President Han Duck-soo, stays coy about his intentions for the June 3 snap elections.

Government reports 795 registered homeless people in 2023-24 financial year, but frontline workers say actual figure likely to be higher.

Green Earth says investigation suggests plastic bags, bin liners and pet waste bags labelled as ‘oxo-degradable’ had been sold by retailers.

Tariffs will apply to shipments from some of world’s biggest solar panel manufacturers, including China’s Jinko Solar and Trina Solar.

Unitree opened the 10,000-square-metre facility this year, located just 15 minutes from its headquarters.

Caution came as China’s level 2 driving automation system ‘has entered a critical period of large-scale application’.

While institutions from China take up most places on top 10 rankings for published papers and citations, there are none from the US.

Trump has sought to bring several universities to heel over claims they tolerated antisemitism by threatening budgets and tax-exempt status.

In what will be Trump’s first trip abroad since taking office in January, president said he and wife Melania ‘look forward to being there!’.

Depending on how the Ukraine war is resolved, some might expect Beijing instead of Washington to help keep the peace in Europe.

From Argentine compatriots Messi and the late Maradona to Ibrahimovic and Buffon, Francis received greatest stars of football at the Vatican.

Nadine Menendez helped New Jersey businessmen in exchange for gold, cash and car. Husband was convicted on same bribery charges last year.