India-Pakistan border tension escalates as Chinese aircraft join fray; heights of world's tallest dam scrutinized by South China Morning Post daily news report.
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1. Chinese J-10C fighter jet sizzles in the India-Pakistan clash: Social Media vs Real Deal in Beijing
Amidst the India-Pakistan conflict, the internet hailed the dazzling performance of the J-10C fighter jet—some even proclaiming it a game-changer for China's defense industry, akin to the DeepSeek moment. But Beijing's keeping its cool, analysts argue. The reasons? Diplomatic dance-offs and military nous.
2. Chinese goods prove they've got the guts to stand tall against US tariffs
Despite President Trump's whopping tariff hikes, China's on a roll. The country posted impressive export growth last month, potentially giving Chinese negotiators a leg up when they meet their US counterparts in Switzerland this weekend.
3. China's building the world's tallest dam. Water's flowing, folks!
Get ready for the world's highest dam! The Shuangjiangkou hydropower project, nestled in southwest China, has begun storing water, edging closer to operation. Once complete, this monster will set a new record in dam-height supremacy.
- The potential of China's defense industry is under scrutiny after the J-10C fighter jet's performance in the India-Pakistan clash, drawing comparisons to the DeepSeek moment, but Beijing remains calm, as analysts emphasize diplomatic dance-offs and military strategy as reasons for caution.
- Despite the increased US tariffs, China's economy shows resilience, with remarkable export growth last month, potentially strengthening China's position in upcoming trade negotiations with the US.
- Construction progress for the Shuangjiangkou hydropower project, set to break the world record for dam height, has begun, with water already being stored for operation.
- The ongoing dispute in the global economy is not ignored by the political scene, as China continues to monitor tariffs and trade relations with the US, while also focusing on its advancements in the fields of science and technology.
- In a time when general-news and arts are often overshadowed by conflicts and politics, many subscribers are appreciating SCMP's coverage of diverse topics, including news about the military, the economy, and the latest advancements in science and technology.
