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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 Hainan island takes steps towards goal of becoming a leading free trade port

Hainan, a province, completed a milestone by launching fully-independent customs operations islandwide on Dec 18.
Hainan, a province, completed a milestone by launching fully-independent customs operations islandwide on Dec 18.

Travelling to China? Here’s how to use the digital renminbi to pay

A drone show in Chongqing marking the 10th anniversary of the Chongqing Connectivity Initiative on Dec 15.
A drone show in Chongqing marking the 10th anniversary of the Chongqing Connectivity Initiative on Dec 15.

The Chinese military is on Facebook – but its messages are not sticking

China’s grand military parade on Sept 3 to mark 80 years since the end of WWII, a key aim - besides showing off its tanks and missiles - was to say that the PLA’s development will be peaceful.
China’s grand military parade on Sept 3 to mark 80 years since the end of WWII, a key aim - besides showing off its tanks and missiles - was to say that the PLA’s development will be peaceful.

Macron meets Xi in Beijing, in renewed pitch for European strategic autonomy

China's President Xi Jinping and France's President Emmanuel Macron attend a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on December 4, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Meyssonnier / POOL / AFP)
China's President Xi Jinping and France's President Emmanuel Macron attend a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on December 4, 2025. (Photo by Sarah Meyssonnier / POOL / AFP)

Is Japan abandoning pacifism? Spat with China spotlights clash in regional security perspectives

Japan’s ongoing defence push has been triggered by the Chinese military’s unprecedented modernisation drive in recent decades.
Japan’s ongoing defence push has been triggered by the Chinese military’s unprecedented modernisation drive in recent decades.

Concern in China over fire hazards in tall buildings following deadly Hong Kong blaze

epa12555484 Bamboo scaffolding and construction mesh cling to the burnt-out structure in the aftermath of the Tai Po apartment fire in Hong Kong, China, 28 November 2025. The fire, which started on 26 November, has killed at least 128 people, and left hundreds missing.  EPA/MAY JAMES
epa12555484 Bamboo scaffolding and construction mesh cling to the burnt-out structure in the aftermath of the Tai Po apartment fire in Hong Kong, China, 28 November 2025. The fire, which started on 26 November, has killed at least 128 people, and left hundreds missing.  EPA/MAY JAMES

Barbs, jibes and spin by Chinese netizens over PM Wong’s remarks on Japan-China spat

PM Lawrence Wong was asked about the bilateral spat during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore on Nov 19.
PM Lawrence Wong was asked about the bilateral spat during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore on Nov 19.

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.

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