The Nikkei View
China should not underestimate impact of inward FDI plunge
Focus on Communist Party power consolidation, anti-spying campaign turn off overseas investors
China
Trade war
Trump likely to raise tariffs on China in two steps, former official says
Japan and Europe would also be in the trade line of fire if ex-president reelected
Economy
China rate cut shows lack of options for boosting economy
Latest monetary easing move tries to spark recovery in housing market
International relations
Turkey detains 6 for allegedly spying on Uyghurs for China
State-run agency says police looking for another
Politics
China building up tech for 'censorship apparatus,' U.S. report says
Analysis highlights Beijing's efforts to sway global opinion on Taiwan, other issues
Aerospace & Defense Industries
Singapore Airshow back to full scale as industry sees clear skies
COMAC chairman says 'working hard' to acquire foreign certificates in international debut
Taiwan tensions
Taiwan says China triggered a panic by boarding Kinmen tourist boat
Encounter near Taipei-controlled frontline islands likely to be first of many
Business deals
China's JD.com considers bid for U.K. retailer amid domestic headwinds
E-commerce giant faces mounting competition from peers such as Pinduoduo
Economy
China cuts 5-year mortgage rate by record margin to aid property sector
Benchmark slashed 25 basis points; one-year loan prime rate left unchanged
Semiconductors
U.S. trade curbs spur China business for Japan chip industry
Beijing's self-sufficiency push is tailwind for companies despite uncertainties
South China Sea
China says Philippine air patrol made 'trouble' in South China Sea
Beijing blames Manila for conducting flight with 'extraterritorial countries'
Automobiles
Hybrids lead EVs in sales growth as drivers seek convenience
Japanese automakers like Toyota poised to benefit from surge
Asia Insight
China LGBTQ community hangs tough in dissent amid repression
Study shows new protest channels used to urge rights progress as authorities circle
Property
China's smaller cities face yearslong housing glut as sales languish
Country Garden, Evergrande pay for aggressive regional expansion
Markets
Chinese stock markets reopen on positive note after holiday break
Lunar New Year consumption is seen as positive, though structural issues linger
Hong Kong security law
Hong Kong neglects judicial nominations despite case backlog
Three unappointed picks highlight legal strain under security law
Economy
Foreign direct investment in China falls to 30-year low
Companies spooked by detentions for alleged spying and U.S. sanctions
Ukraine war
Ukrainian foreign minister discusses peace prospects with China's Wang Yi
Dialogue also includes bilateral relations, plans for global summit
Travel & Leisure
China's Lunar New Year spending surges beyond pre-pandemic level
Travel also soars as millions meet up with family and friends
Pakistan elections
Pakistan vote elevates Belt and Road critic in key port of Gwadar
Activist wins provincial seat; analysts say China may have to heed complaints
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Life
Wong Kar-wai TV drama serves up nostalgia for hearty Shanghai food
Set in 1990s, 'Shanghai Blossoms' series has been huge hit in China and beyond
Taiwan tensions
China says no banned areas around Taiwan islands after two killed
Taipei has defended the actions of its coast guard near Kinmen islands
International relations
China foreign minister courts Europe in wake of Trump's NATO taunt
Wang Yi says Beijing and Brussels 'should see each other as partner rather than rival'
Comment
Putin awaits Trump's return as clock ticks on their time in power
Russia leader, former U.S. president and Biden have surpassed average life expectancies
International relations
U.S., China top diplomats hold 'constructive' talks in Munich
Antony Blinken and Wang Yi maintain 'open lines of communication,' State Department says