China maps Israeli spoofing with flight data; new US press secretary: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond 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. Chinese scientists say they spotted possible Israeli electronic warfare units Chinese military scientists claim they have developed…
1. Chinese researchers claim they discovered potential Israeli electronic warfare units by analyzing flight data from civilian aircraft.
2. Katie Zacharia, Donald Trump's newly appointed press secretary, has come under scrutiny over her legal qualifications after claiming to have passed a bar exam while living in China, without specifying the specific jurisdiction.
3. The People's Bank of China has granted Visa permission to proceed with establishing a locally registered bank card clearing organization, marking a significant step in China's ongoing financial liberalization.
4. In court proceedings, the ex-father-in-law of slain Hong Kong socialite Abby Choi Tin-fung has described her as a "birthing machine" and admitted to attempting to assault her before allegedly conspiring with his sons to murder her three years ago.
5. Some prominent American executives are expressing lukewarm enthusiasm for attending the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit and related business events in Shenzhen next month, according to individuals familiar with the situation.
6. A growing number of Indonesians are calling on foreign governments, including those of neighboring countries directly impacted by the haze, to take legal action against Jakarta in response to the worsening air pollution crisis.
7. The appearance of Ivanka Trump in a blue embroidered gown designed by Guo Pei during the welcome ceremony for President Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington has brought international attention to the rising prominence of Chinese bespoke fashion.
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