China tests canal link to Southeast Asia; rocket failure concerns: SCMP’s 7 highlights

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China has completed a milestone test of a $10.8 billion canal project linking an inland region to Southeast Asia, marking a key infrastructure achievement. This development is among several regional stories highlighting significant economic and geopolitical issues.

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. China completes milestone test of US$10.8 billion canal link to Southeast Asia Chinese authorities have conducted the first full transit test along a 134.2km (83.4-mile) canal megaproject linking a vast inland region with Southeast...