China fields golden dome prototype, Argentina’s soy exports anger US: 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. China deploys prototype of missile defence system with planet-wide coverage

China has deployed a working prototype of a global defence system similar to the United States’ proposed Golden Dome, while hailing a breakthrough in data processing technology for worldwide threat management, according to scientists involved in the project.

2. Argentina’s soy exports to China soar, angering US

Argentina’s soybean export orders surged to a seven-year high this month as Chinese importers bought millions of tonnes of the staple crop during a brief suspension of export taxes. This has rattled the Trump administration, where divisions are deepening over Argentine President Javier Milei’s closer ties with Beijing and what many Republicans see as a direct blow to American farmers.

3. Hong Kong marks National Day with fireworks, naval ship tours and horse races

Revellers pose for a selfie during the fireworks display on National Day. Photo: Eugene Lee
Revellers pose for a selfie during the fireworks display on National Day. Photo: Eugene Lee

Hundreds of thousands of spectators packed Hong Kong’s harbourfront for a fireworks display on National Day, capping off celebrations that included an open day at PLA naval ships and visitors descending upon the city for shopping, sightseeing and hiking.

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