SCMP’s highlights this week include the decline of the China-Europe rail link amid Russian goods seizures, nuclear physicist Liu Chang’s return to China from the U.S., and the public reappearance of Zhao Leji following a health scare.
This week, SCMP highlighted key stories impacting Hong Kong, mainland China, and the broader Asia region, shedding light on various pressing topics. Here are the seven stories that stood out:
1. Impact on China-Europe Rail Link: The seizure of Russian goods has led to significant disruptions in the China-Europe Railway Express, a crucial freight link symbolizing China’s initiative to revive the Silk Road. Despite pledges from leaders to support this route, traffic has been declining in recent months.
2. Liu Chang Moves to Peking University: Renowned nuclear physicist Liu Chang has transitioned from Princeton University to Peking University in Beijing. His work in fusion energy research has been pivotal, and this move represents a significant shift in his career after over a decade in the U.S.
3. Zhao Leji Returns Publicly: China’s third-highest official, Zhao Leji, has emerged in public after notably missing the conclusion of the two sessions due to health issues. His absence marked a historical first, as it was the first time in decades that all Politburo Standing Committee members were not present at the NPC closing meeting.
The SCMP highlights various trending topics such as the challenges facing the China-Europe rail link due to Russian goods seizures, the impactful career move of nuclear physicist Liu Chang back to China, and the public reemergence of Zhao Leji after a health-related absence. These stories reflect broader political and economic dynamics at play in the region.
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