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Lim Min Zhang

China Correspondent

Min Zhang joined The Straits Times in 2017 after reading philosophy at the National University of Singapore. He covered defence and politics before moving in June 2023 to Beijing, where he writes on a wide range of issues concerning China, including making sense of political and technological developments. Off work, most of his time is spent watching football and playing with electronic gadgets.

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China’s study of ‘ghost particles’ yields first results in country’s goal to be science powerhouse

The Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory consists of a giant sphere to detect the elusive neutrino particle.
The Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory consists of a giant sphere to detect the elusive neutrino particle.

Hokkaido trip off? Chinese tourists in wait-and-see mode about Japan tours amid spat

Chinese tourists pose for photos at the Ginza shopping district of Tokyo on November 16, 2025. China has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan, following a diplomatic feud sparked by remarks from Tokyo's new premier about a hypothetical attack on Taiwan. (Photo by GREG BAKER / AFP)
Chinese tourists pose for photos at the Ginza shopping district of Tokyo on November 16, 2025. China has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan, following a diplomatic feud sparked by remarks from Tokyo's new premier about a hypothetical attack on Taiwan. (Photo by GREG BAKER / AFP)

China’s expanded travel access for Taiwan a ‘high-visibility outreach tool’, but will it boost ties?

Beijing has expanded a "visa-on-arrival" programme to make it easier for Taiwanese to travel to and from the mainland.
Beijing has expanded a "visa-on-arrival" programme to make it easier for Taiwanese to travel to and from the mainland.

‘Mountain’s problem’ or design flaw? Dramatic collapse of new bridge in China raises questions

A portion of the bridge, which was completed only in January, caved in on Nov 11 and caused a cloud of dust.
A portion of the bridge, which was completed only in January, caved in on Nov 11 and caused a cloud of dust.

China’s largest aircraft carrier enters service in key milestone for its naval ambitions

Chinese media have touted the impending “three-carrier era”.
Chinese media have touted the impending “three-carrier era”.

Panda-mania: Singapore fans fly to China to see Le Le, others race to catch Hua Hua

mzpanda - The crowd at the quarters of Hua Hua, China’s celebrity panda. Guards frequently remind visitors to keep their noise levels down, and move them on after 2 minutes of viewing time.

Credit: PANDA SLEEP HOTEL
mzpanda - The crowd at the quarters of Hua Hua, China’s celebrity panda. Guards frequently remind visitors to keep their noise levels down, and move them on after 2 minutes of viewing time.

Credit: PANDA SLEEP HOTEL

Trump-Xi summit might yield only short-lived detente: Analysts

FILE Ñ President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping of China at the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019. When Air Force One lands on Sunday in Malaysia, Trump will begin a tour that will bring him face to face with ChinaÕs top leader, Xi Jinping, as well as a region that has been increasingly reshaped by the competition between Beijing and Washington. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times)
FILE Ñ President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping of China at the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, June 29, 2019. When Air Force One lands on Sunday in Malaysia, Trump will begin a tour that will bring him face to face with ChinaÕs top leader, Xi Jinping, as well as a region that has been increasingly reshaped by the competition between Beijing and Washington. (Erin Schaff/The New York Times)

China must gird up for ‘high winds and rough waves’, says top-level party conclave

Beijing is seeking to bolster its resilience, amid an uncertain international outlook that is largely driven by a trade war with the US.
Beijing is seeking to bolster its resilience, amid an uncertain international outlook that is largely driven by a trade war with the US.

Albanese comes away from Trump meeting with lots to show

US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the Cabinet Room at the White House in Washington, DC, on Oct, 20, 2025.
US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in the Cabinet Room at the White House in Washington, DC, on Oct, 20, 2025.

China’s leaders meet to chart five-year economic blueprint

The closed-door meeting will review proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan, which charts the country’s economic and social development strategy from 2026 to 2030.
The closed-door meeting will review proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan, which charts the country’s economic and social development strategy from 2026 to 2030.

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