Shenzhen sows seeds for China’s next tech breakthroughs with AI, robotics funding
深圳作为中国的“硅谷”，正加大对人才发展的投资，尤其是在人形机器人领域，这反映了全球科技竞争日益激烈，机器人和人工智能（AI）将成为主要战场。深圳市人工智能产业办公室主任林毅表示，深圳将实施“综合政策包”，旨在支持初创企业，促进创新。
深圳将为人工智能领域提供补贴，包括用于支付高达人工智能模型训练成本60%的代金券，最高补贴可达1000万元人民币（约合138万美元）。在中国努力在全球人工智能和机器人竞赛中占据领先地位之际，这些举措应运而生。同时，深圳还面临着来自中国其他城市的竞争，例如杭州，其人工智能初创公司DeepSeek和机器人公司宇树科技近几个月来备受关注。
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深圳作为中国的“硅谷”，正加大对人才发展的投资，尤其是在人形机器人领域，这反映了全球科技竞争日益激烈，机器人和人工智能（AI）将成为主要战场。深圳市人工智能产业办公室主任林毅表示，深圳将实施“综合政策包”，旨在支持初创企业，促进创新。
深圳将为人工智能领域提供补贴，包括用于支付高达人工智能模型训练成本60%的代金券，最高补贴可达1000万元人民币（约合138万美元）。在中国努力在全球人工智能和机器人竞赛中占据领先地位之际，这些举措应运而生。同时，深圳还面临着来自中国其他城市的竞争，例如杭州，其人工智能初创公司DeepSeek和机器人公司宇树科技近几个月来备受关注。
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Hong Kong lawmakers urge faster public project completions by cutting red tape
香港立法会议员敦促政府继续减少繁文缛节，以加速大型公共项目，尽管发展部门正在推进某些程序的数字化，以简化审查流程。议员们认为，目前的文件工作和审批时间仍然过长，导致包括北部都会区在内的一些大型公共项目延误。
发展局已经采取了一些措施来加速公共项目的完成，例如采用一阶段采购模式，免除咨询公司提交意向书，这可以节省长达两个月的时间。此外，还对处理材料测试和合同支付的两个数字平台进行了测试，以减少90%的纸质文件邮寄时间。然而，议员们指出，发展局缺乏具体目标，并对北部都会区等项目的进展表示担忧，认为审批流程的延误可能导致投资流失。
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香港立法会议员敦促政府继续减少繁文缛节，以加速大型公共项目，尽管发展部门正在推进某些程序的数字化，以简化审查流程。议员们认为，目前的文件工作和审批时间仍然过长，导致包括北部都会区在内的一些大型公共项目延误。
发展局已经采取了一些措施来加速公共项目的完成，例如采用一阶段采购模式，免除咨询公司提交意向书，这可以节省长达两个月的时间。此外，还对处理材料测试和合同支付的两个数字平台进行了测试，以减少90%的纸质文件邮寄时间。然而，议员们指出，发展局缺乏具体目标，并对北部都会区等项目的进展表示担忧，认为审批流程的延误可能导致投资流失。
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CK Asset raises prices for Blue Coast II flats amid Hong Kong market optimism
长江实业略微提高了香港岛南部住宅的价格，原因是香港房地产和股票市场情绪改善，并预计预算案将出台更多刺激措施。此次提价反映了市场信心的增强，以及对未来政策利好的预期。
由李嘉诚家族控制的长江实业，周一将其与港铁公司合作开发的黄竹坑Blue Coast II的62个单位定价为每平方英尺22,781港元（2,930美元），比10月份的上一批高出2%。这批单位包括31套两居室和31套三居室，面积在446平方英尺至718平方英尺之间，价格在922万港元至1796万港元之间。开发商表示，鉴于近期房地产市场的积极表现，后续批次的价格可能会上涨。在两个住宅项目的现有单位在两个周末全部售罄后，开发商正在加速销售。
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长江实业略微提高了香港岛南部住宅的价格，原因是香港房地产和股票市场情绪改善，并预计预算案将出台更多刺激措施。此次提价反映了市场信心的增强，以及对未来政策利好的预期。
由李嘉诚家族控制的长江实业，周一将其与港铁公司合作开发的黄竹坑Blue Coast II的62个单位定价为每平方英尺22,781港元（2,930美元），比10月份的上一批高出2%。这批单位包括31套两居室和31套三居室，面积在446平方英尺至718平方英尺之间，价格在922万港元至1796万港元之间。开发商表示，鉴于近期房地产市场的积极表现，后续批次的价格可能会上涨。在两个住宅项目的现有单位在两个周末全部售罄后，开发商正在加速销售。
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Hong Kong man on trial for killing daughter isolated girl’s mother, court hears
一名香港男子被控谋杀了他三岁的女儿，法庭获悉，他经常与女儿的母亲发生争执，即使在他涉嫌将她与家人隔离并威胁伤害他们之后，她仍然维持着这段关系。辩方律师周一开始对女儿的母亲，被告刘启平的前伴侣梁海伦进行盘问，并深入调查了两人自2016年9月开始约会以来不断的冲突。
梁指控刘在2020年5月因用腐蚀性液体袭击她而获释后，多次虐待他们的女儿梁雅诗。这名女孩疑似患有婴儿摇晃综合症，在被发现于家中失去反应后，于当年7月29日死亡。高等法院陪审团得知梁在2017年1月发现自己怀孕，当时是她与刘开始约会四个月后，并在同年7月生下了雅诗。在他们关系的最初几个月里，梁发现自己一直与被告发生争执，其中一些激烈的时刻还涉及暴力。梁说，她经常试图在半夜的争吵中离开刘。当她成功离开时，他会联系她的家人询问她的下落。
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一名香港男子被控谋杀了他三岁的女儿，法庭获悉，他经常与女儿的母亲发生争执，即使在他涉嫌将她与家人隔离并威胁伤害他们之后，她仍然维持着这段关系。辩方律师周一开始对女儿的母亲，被告刘启平的前伴侣梁海伦进行盘问，并深入调查了两人自2016年9月开始约会以来不断的冲突。
梁指控刘在2020年5月因用腐蚀性液体袭击她而获释后，多次虐待他们的女儿梁雅诗。这名女孩疑似患有婴儿摇晃综合症，在被发现于家中失去反应后，于当年7月29日死亡。高等法院陪审团得知梁在2017年1月发现自己怀孕，当时是她与刘开始约会四个月后，并在同年7月生下了雅诗。在他们关系的最初几个月里，梁发现自己一直与被告发生争执，其中一些激烈的时刻还涉及暴力。梁说，她经常试图在半夜的争吵中离开刘。当她成功离开时，他会联系她的家人询问她的下落。
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Hong Kong law professor cleared in HK$720,000 university rent fraud case
香港大学法律副教授Alice Lee Suet-ching被判无罪，此前她被指控通过租房补贴诈骗港大超过72万港元（约合92,307美元）。法院认为，尽管她从2019年10月至2021年10月期间，更多时间居住在沙田九肚山的父亲家中，但并未放弃九龙塘的出租公寓作为永久住所。
廉政公署于2023年对Lee提起诉讼，原因是她被指控在领取租房补贴期间，与父母同住，而九龙塘的住所则由一位“私人朋友”居住。审判显示，这位“私人朋友”是Lee的伴侣，一位姓Lau的前副裁判司。法官驳回了检方关于大学员工领取私人租房补贴必须遵守“入住要求”的说法，进一步支持了Lee的清白。
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香港大学法律副教授Alice Lee Suet-ching被判无罪，此前她被指控通过租房补贴诈骗港大超过72万港元（约合92,307美元）。法院认为，尽管她从2019年10月至2021年10月期间，更多时间居住在沙田九肚山的父亲家中，但并未放弃九龙塘的出租公寓作为永久住所。
廉政公署于2023年对Lee提起诉讼，原因是她被指控在领取租房补贴期间，与父母同住，而九龙塘的住所则由一位“私人朋友”居住。审判显示，这位“私人朋友”是Lee的伴侣，一位姓Lau的前副裁判司。法官驳回了检方关于大学员工领取私人租房补贴必须遵守“入住要求”的说法，进一步支持了Lee的清白。
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Writing wills, a touchy topic in Malaysia, where US$15 billion in inheritance is unclaimed
An estimated 65 billion ringgit (US$14.8 billion) in unclaimed inheritance is currently under government management in Malaysia, highlighting a critical lack of estate planning among its citizens. This revelation has sparked a national conversation about death, personal finance, and the importance of securing legacies for future generations, rather than allowing assets to be forfeited to the government after 15 years of inactivity.
According to inheritance trustee Amanah Raya, only about 5% of Malaysia's 34 million people have engaged in any form of estate planning, leaving the majority facing complex legal and financial obstacles to claim their inheritance. Experts attribute this issue to cultural taboos and superstitions surrounding discussions about death, as well as a general lack of public awareness regarding the importance of will preparation and estate management.
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An estimated 65 billion ringgit (US$14.8 billion) in unclaimed inheritance is currently under government management in Malaysia, highlighting a critical lack of estate planning among its citizens. This revelation has sparked a national conversation about death, personal finance, and the importance of securing legacies for future generations, rather than allowing assets to be forfeited to the government after 15 years of inactivity.
According to inheritance trustee Amanah Raya, only about 5% of Malaysia's 34 million people have engaged in any form of estate planning, leaving the majority facing complex legal and financial obstacles to claim their inheritance. Experts attribute this issue to cultural taboos and superstitions surrounding discussions about death, as well as a general lack of public awareness regarding the importance of will preparation and estate management.
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Hong Kong SMEs want funding support amid mounting costs, survey finds
Hong Kong's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are prioritizing funding support and easier loan access as their primary concern shifts to rising operational costs. A recent DBS Bank (Hong Kong) survey revealed that 60% of SMEs now cite operational costs as their top worry, a significant change from the previous year when geopolitical uncertainties were the main concern.
The survey also indicated that over half of the SMEs are hoping for financial support from the government, particularly assistance in expanding into new markets in Asia and the Middle East. Additionally, they seek help with business matching, networking, and support for technology and innovation. The anticipation of potential tariffs linked to Donald Trump's possible return to the White House is contributing to concerns about rising costs, further complicating the economic outlook for these businesses.
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Hong Kong's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are prioritizing funding support and easier loan access as their primary concern shifts to rising operational costs. A recent DBS Bank (Hong Kong) survey revealed that 60% of SMEs now cite operational costs as their top worry, a significant change from the previous year when geopolitical uncertainties were the main concern.
The survey also indicated that over half of the SMEs are hoping for financial support from the government, particularly assistance in expanding into new markets in Asia and the Middle East. Additionally, they seek help with business matching, networking, and support for technology and innovation. The anticipation of potential tariffs linked to Donald Trump's possible return to the White House is contributing to concerns about rising costs, further complicating the economic outlook for these businesses.
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Tesla hints at India market debut amid evolving EV policy, cost concerns
Tesla is poised to enter the Indian market, a move that could significantly disrupt the country's developing electric vehicle sector and pose a challenge to local automakers. This follows recent government policy changes aimed at reducing import duties on electric vehicles, potentially making Tesla's products more accessible to Indian consumers.
Speculation about Tesla's imminent arrival has intensified after the company posted job advertisements on LinkedIn for various positions in Mumbai and New Delhi, including roles in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and sales. Tesla is also reportedly searching for land in Andhra Pradesh and other regions. Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra Group, responded to concerns about competition from Tesla by stating the company is prepared and determined to remain relevant, drawing parallels to the opening of the Indian economy in 1991.
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Tesla is poised to enter the Indian market, a move that could significantly disrupt the country's developing electric vehicle sector and pose a challenge to local automakers. This follows recent government policy changes aimed at reducing import duties on electric vehicles, potentially making Tesla's products more accessible to Indian consumers.
Speculation about Tesla's imminent arrival has intensified after the company posted job advertisements on LinkedIn for various positions in Mumbai and New Delhi, including roles in customer service, vehicle maintenance, and sales. Tesla is also reportedly searching for land in Andhra Pradesh and other regions. Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra Group, responded to concerns about competition from Tesla by stating the company is prepared and determined to remain relevant, drawing parallels to the opening of the Indian economy in 1991.
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World leaders visit Ukraine to show support on war’s 3rd anniversary
多位欧洲和加拿大领导人周一访问了乌克兰首都基辅，以纪念俄罗斯入侵三周年，并表达对乌克兰的支持。此次访问正值美国政策发生转变之际，显示了这些重要盟友对乌克兰的坚定支持。
包括欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩和加拿大总理特鲁多在内的多位领导人受到了乌克兰官员的迎接。与此同时，欧洲也在调整对乌克兰的策略，以应对美国政策的变化。葡萄牙总理科斯塔宣布将于3月6日在布鲁塞尔召开欧盟紧急峰会，乌克兰问题将是首要议程。
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多位欧洲和加拿大领导人周一访问了乌克兰首都基辅，以纪念俄罗斯入侵三周年，并表达对乌克兰的支持。此次访问正值美国政策发生转变之际，显示了这些重要盟友对乌克兰的坚定支持。
包括欧盟委员会主席冯德莱恩和加拿大总理特鲁多在内的多位领导人受到了乌克兰官员的迎接。与此同时，欧洲也在调整对乌克兰的策略，以应对美国政策的变化。葡萄牙总理科斯塔宣布将于3月6日在布鲁塞尔召开欧盟紧急峰会，乌克兰问题将是首要议程。
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China’s blockbuster hit Ne Zha 2 gets push from domestic businesses and Beijing
The Chinese animated film *Ne Zha 2* has become a massive hit, reaching 13.5 billion yuan (US$1.86 billion) in box office sales and ranking eighth on the all-time global box office chart. The film's success has been met with strong support from Chinese companies and authorities, who have been booking entire cinemas and expressing pride in the home-grown production.
Companies like Xiaomi have publicly supported the film, with executives taking their teams to see it and expressing optimism about the future of Chinese culture on the global stage. *Ne Zha 2*'s performance surpasses that of *The Lion King* (2019) and puts it in close competition with *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Spider-Man: No Way Home*.
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The Chinese animated film *Ne Zha 2* has become a massive hit, reaching 13.5 billion yuan (US$1.86 billion) in box office sales and ranking eighth on the all-time global box office chart. The film's success has been met with strong support from Chinese companies and authorities, who have been booking entire cinemas and expressing pride in the home-grown production.
Companies like Xiaomi have publicly supported the film, with executives taking their teams to see it and expressing optimism about the future of Chinese culture on the global stage. *Ne Zha 2*'s performance surpasses that of *The Lion King* (2019) and puts it in close competition with *Avengers: Infinity War* and *Spider-Man: No Way Home*.
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China actor Hu Ge, 42, criticised for ‘overly dramatic’ comment that life is ‘counting down’
Chinese actor Hu Ge, star of the recent hit TV series Blossoms Shanghai, has sparked online discussion after revealing a "carpe diem" attitude and admitting he feels his life is already "counting down." The 42-year-old's comments, made in a recent interview, have resonated with many of his 72 million social media followers, who have nicknamed him "the ceiling of middle-aged actors."
Hu Ge rose to fame after his 2015 drama Chinese Paladin and has since starred in several successful TV series, including The Disguiser and Nirvana in Fire. In the interview with Elle magazine, he openly discussed his perspective on life and death for the first time, offering a glimpse into his personal reflections alongside his thriving career.
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Chinese actor Hu Ge, star of the recent hit TV series Blossoms Shanghai, has sparked online discussion after revealing a "carpe diem" attitude and admitting he feels his life is already "counting down." The 42-year-old's comments, made in a recent interview, have resonated with many of his 72 million social media followers, who have nicknamed him "the ceiling of middle-aged actors."
Hu Ge rose to fame after his 2015 drama Chinese Paladin and has since starred in several successful TV series, including The Disguiser and Nirvana in Fire. In the interview with Elle magazine, he openly discussed his perspective on life and death for the first time, offering a glimpse into his personal reflections alongside his thriving career.
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China’s Xi Jinping has phone call with Russia’s Vladimir Putin
中国国家主席习近平与俄罗斯总统普京通电话。据中国中央电视台报道，此次通话应普京的要求进行。
通话于周一下午进行，具体内容尚未公布，更多信息待后续发布。
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中国国家主席习近平与俄罗斯总统普京通电话。据中国中央电视台报道，此次通话应普京的要求进行。
通话于周一下午进行，具体内容尚未公布，更多信息待后续发布。
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Hong Kong police find dead cat with head in sock secured by zip tie
香港警方正在调查一起虐待动物案件，一只猫被发现死于上水，头部被塞在袜子里，袜子用拉链扎带收紧。这起事件由一位动物福利志愿者报告，他们在河上乡排峰路附近的何启学校附近的空地上发现了猫的尸体。
这只猫据信是一只45厘米长的雄性家猫短毛猫，年龄在三到四岁左右。它的头部被塞进袜子里，脖子上用拉链扎带固定。防止虐待动物协会的工作人员也被派往现场进行调查，初步检查显示猫的头骨骨折。警方已将此案列为虐待动物案件，并移交给边境区调查队，目前正在呼吁公众提供任何可能有助于查明事件真相的信息。
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香港警方正在调查一起虐待动物案件，一只猫被发现死于上水，头部被塞在袜子里，袜子用拉链扎带收紧。这起事件由一位动物福利志愿者报告，他们在河上乡排峰路附近的何启学校附近的空地上发现了猫的尸体。
这只猫据信是一只45厘米长的雄性家猫短毛猫，年龄在三到四岁左右。它的头部被塞进袜子里，脖子上用拉链扎带固定。防止虐待动物协会的工作人员也被派往现场进行调查，初步检查显示猫的头骨骨折。警方已将此案列为虐待动物案件，并移交给边境区调查队，目前正在呼吁公众提供任何可能有助于查明事件真相的信息。
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Hong Kong car passengers aged under 8 must travel in safety seats from November
11月1日起，香港私家车上的8岁以下儿童必须使用安全座椅或类似设备。违规司机将被处以230港元的定额罚款，严重个案将移交法院，最高可被处以2000港元的罚款。运输署发言人表示，新规例旨在加强对儿童和乘客安全的保护。
新规例适用于车辆的前排或后排乘客座位。身高1.35米或以上的儿童，以及8岁及以上的儿童可获豁免。该规定是在立法会通过《2024年道路交通（安全装备）（修订）规例》后生效的。儿童约束装置可在交通事故中为儿童乘客提供有效保护，并可大大降低死亡或重伤的风险。
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11月1日起，香港私家车上的8岁以下儿童必须使用安全座椅或类似设备。违规司机将被处以230港元的定额罚款，严重个案将移交法院，最高可被处以2000港元的罚款。运输署发言人表示，新规例旨在加强对儿童和乘客安全的保护。
新规例适用于车辆的前排或后排乘客座位。身高1.35米或以上的儿童，以及8岁及以上的儿童可获豁免。该规定是在立法会通过《2024年道路交通（安全装备）（修订）规例》后生效的。儿童约束装置可在交通事故中为儿童乘客提供有效保护，并可大大降低死亡或重伤的风险。
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Tan Ruisong, ex-boss of Chinese aircraft giant AVIC, expelled from Communist Party
Tan Ruisong, the former chairman and Communist Party secretary of AVIC, China's leading military aircraft maker, has been expelled from the party for allegedly accepting a "huge amount" of bribes and abusing his power for personal gain. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) announced that Tan's case will be handed over to prosecutors following an investigation that began in August.
Tan is accused of accepting bribes and offering favors in areas such as enterprise restructuring, engineering project contracts, and employee recruitment. He also allegedly engaged in "power-for-sex transactions" and the "embezzlement of huge amounts of public properties." The CCDI statement noted that Tan's actions were severe and had a nefarious impact, continuing even after the 18th Party Congress in 2012, suggesting his illicit activities predated that time.
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Tan Ruisong, the former chairman and Communist Party secretary of AVIC, China's leading military aircraft maker, has been expelled from the party for allegedly accepting a "huge amount" of bribes and abusing his power for personal gain. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) announced that Tan's case will be handed over to prosecutors following an investigation that began in August.
Tan is accused of accepting bribes and offering favors in areas such as enterprise restructuring, engineering project contracts, and employee recruitment. He also allegedly engaged in "power-for-sex transactions" and the "embezzlement of huge amounts of public properties." The CCDI statement noted that Tan's actions were severe and had a nefarious impact, continuing even after the 18th Party Congress in 2012, suggesting his illicit activities predated that time.
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DeepSeek spurs embrace of open-source AI ecosystem at Shanghai industry event
Shanghai is actively developing its own open-source AI ecosystem, spurred by the success of DeepSeek's resource-efficient models. This initiative was highlighted at the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai, where developers showcased various AI applications, including robotics and virtual reality. The city aims to enhance its open-source environment and support open data and model services.
Shanghai's AI industry is valued at over 450 billion yuan (US$62 billion), with 60 major models registered with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). The conference emphasized the importance of open-source initiatives, with DeepSeek announcing plans to open five code repositories to the public. This gathering marked the first major industry event since the rise of DeepSeek's open-source large language models, signaling a push towards collaborative AI development.
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Shanghai is actively developing its own open-source AI ecosystem, spurred by the success of DeepSeek's resource-efficient models. This initiative was highlighted at the Global Developer Conference in Shanghai, where developers showcased various AI applications, including robotics and virtual reality. The city aims to enhance its open-source environment and support open data and model services.
Shanghai's AI industry is valued at over 450 billion yuan (US$62 billion), with 60 major models registered with the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC). The conference emphasized the importance of open-source initiatives, with DeepSeek announcing plans to open five code repositories to the public. This gathering marked the first major industry event since the rise of DeepSeek's open-source large language models, signaling a push towards collaborative AI development.
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Germany’s conservatives face narrow path to power after election victory
Friedrich Merz领导的德国保守派在周日的选举中获胜，但其领导的联盟仅获得了一条明确的执政道路，并面临着迅速组建政府的巨大压力。尽管选择有限，但选举结果对德国未来的政治走向至关重要，尤其是在当前欧洲经济面临增长停滞、俄乌战争以及潜在的全球贸易战威胁之际。
尽管梅尔茨的基民盟/基社盟获得了28.6%的选票，但要在联邦议院中获得多数席位，唯一可行的中间派两党选择是与总理奥拉夫·朔尔茨领导的社会民主党合作。虽然社民党以16.4%的得票率位居第三，是二战以来最糟糕的结果，但在未来的联盟谈判中却拥有巨大的影响力。同时，尽管极右翼的德国另类选择党（AfD）的支持率翻了一番，以20.8%的得票率成为第二大党，但未能获得否决权，且梅尔茨已排除与其结盟的可能性。
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Friedrich Merz领导的德国保守派在周日的选举中获胜，但其领导的联盟仅获得了一条明确的执政道路，并面临着迅速组建政府的巨大压力。尽管选择有限，但选举结果对德国未来的政治走向至关重要，尤其是在当前欧洲经济面临增长停滞、俄乌战争以及潜在的全球贸易战威胁之际。
尽管梅尔茨的基民盟/基社盟获得了28.6%的选票，但要在联邦议院中获得多数席位，唯一可行的中间派两党选择是与总理奥拉夫·朔尔茨领导的社会民主党合作。虽然社民党以16.4%的得票率位居第三，是二战以来最糟糕的结果，但在未来的联盟谈判中却拥有巨大的影响力。同时，尽管极右翼的德国另类选择党（AfD）的支持率翻了一番，以20.8%的得票率成为第二大党，但未能获得否决权，且梅尔茨已排除与其结盟的可能性。
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Malaysian trade faces battering from Trump’s tariffs on semiconductors, warns minister
Malaysia's trade growth could be halved this year due to potential tariffs imposed by the US, according to the Malaysian trade ministry. This projection is based on concerns that US President Donald Trump may seek to rapidly reduce the nearly $17 billion trade deficit between the two countries, leading to turbulent economic conditions.
The potential tariffs are raising alarms across Southeast Asia, as they could negatively impact exports of key goods like steel, aluminum, cars, and semiconductors, as well as products linked to China. Malaysia is particularly worried about the impact on its semiconductor exports. Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz stated that while the initial target was at least 5% growth, the possibility of tariffs or a trade war could significantly impact this goal.
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Malaysia's trade growth could be halved this year due to potential tariffs imposed by the US, according to the Malaysian trade ministry. This projection is based on concerns that US President Donald Trump may seek to rapidly reduce the nearly $17 billion trade deficit between the two countries, leading to turbulent economic conditions.
The potential tariffs are raising alarms across Southeast Asia, as they could negatively impact exports of key goods like steel, aluminum, cars, and semiconductors, as well as products linked to China. Malaysia is particularly worried about the impact on its semiconductor exports. Trade Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz stated that while the initial target was at least 5% growth, the possibility of tariffs or a trade war could significantly impact this goal.
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Ex-McDonald’s consultant charged in Hong Kong over watch-for-contract bribe
香港廉政公署指控麦当劳前建筑顾问 Ling Mun-tong 收受贿赂，涉嫌收受承包商夫妇价值 8 万港元的手表，以换取在装修工程中对他们的公司 Wardson Deco-Construction Limited 给予优待。 Ling 面临一项代理人接受利益的指控，而承包商夫妇 Chow Chi-kuen 和 Chan Chin-yu 则面临一项向代理人提供利益的指控。
据悉，Ling 在 MHK Restaurants Limited (香港麦当劳的运营公司) 担任建筑顾问期间，负责工程招标，包括邀请承包商提交方案、分析报告，并提出建议和监督项目进展。廉政公署称，Ling 于 2023 年 12 月 2 日接受了这对夫妇赠送的价值超过 8 万港元的手表，作为对 Wardson 公司给予优待的回报。目前三人已获保释，并将于周二在西九龙裁判法院提堂。
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香港廉政公署指控麦当劳前建筑顾问 Ling Mun-tong 收受贿赂，涉嫌收受承包商夫妇价值 8 万港元的手表，以换取在装修工程中对他们的公司 Wardson Deco-Construction Limited 给予优待。 Ling 面临一项代理人接受利益的指控，而承包商夫妇 Chow Chi-kuen 和 Chan Chin-yu 则面临一项向代理人提供利益的指控。
据悉，Ling 在 MHK Restaurants Limited (香港麦当劳的运营公司) 担任建筑顾问期间，负责工程招标，包括邀请承包商提交方案、分析报告，并提出建议和监督项目进展。廉政公署称，Ling 于 2023 年 12 月 2 日接受了这对夫妇赠送的价值超过 8 万港元的手表，作为对 Wardson 公司给予优待的回报。目前三人已获保释，并将于周二在西九龙裁判法院提堂。
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China’s commercial property needs more than DeepSeek boost to recover
China's publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) are experiencing a surge, with the CSI Reits Index rising 13.5% since December 9, nearly half of which occurred since mid-January alongside a rally in Chinese technology shares. This positive trend suggests a potential boost for the country's commercial property sector, particularly those REITs holding infrastructure schemes.
The rally in Chinese tech stocks, triggered by the emergence of AI start-up DeepSeek and its ability to rival Silicon Valley's AI models at a lower cost, has been a key catalyst. This, coupled with President Xi Jinping's support for the private sector, has led to a reassessment of Chinese stocks and a broader shift in asset allocation by global fund managers, drawing parallels to China's stock market turnaround from 2014 to 2016.
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China's publicly traded real estate investment trusts (REITs) are experiencing a surge, with the CSI Reits Index rising 13.5% since December 9, nearly half of which occurred since mid-January alongside a rally in Chinese technology shares. This positive trend suggests a potential boost for the country's commercial property sector, particularly those REITs holding infrastructure schemes.
The rally in Chinese tech stocks, triggered by the emergence of AI start-up DeepSeek and its ability to rival Silicon Valley's AI models at a lower cost, has been a key catalyst. This, coupled with President Xi Jinping's support for the private sector, has led to a reassessment of Chinese stocks and a broader shift in asset allocation by global fund managers, drawing parallels to China's stock market turnaround from 2014 to 2016.
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