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From Duterte’s arrest in Philippines to Singapore banning a Malaysian coffee brand, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting We have selected seven stories from the SCMP’s coverage of Asia over the past week that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing . 1.
Can China and India counter US tariffs together? {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"Amid rising US tariffs, China has urged closer trade ties with India to counter protectionist policies. Photo: Shutterstock","url":"https://img.
i-scmp.com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=contain,width=1024,format=auto/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/03/18/70b8931a-8214-47f9-a50d-4822a80aee0c_136f1a1e.jpg"} Amid rising US tariffs, China has urged closer trade ties with India to counter protectionist policies.
Photo: Shutterstock 2. ‘My prayers answered’: anger and relief in Philippines over Duterte’s arrest {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"ImageObject","caption":"Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters protest against his arrest in Davao City, Philippines, on Monday.
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jpg"} Rodrigo Duterte’s supporters protest against his arrest in Davao City, Philippines, on Monday. Photo: Reuters 3. Lady Gaga, Formula One: can Thailand steal Singapore’s tourism spotlight? {"@context":"https://schema.
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com/cdn-cgi/image/fit=contain,width=1024,format=auto/sites/default/files/d8/images/canvas/2025/03/18/2d0c1974-93dc-42f8-8ee8-eb6dd41e3d3b_595de0ff.jpg"} Lady Gaga performs at the Grammy Awards in 2022. Photo: Getty Images.
