Hong Kong Free Press
The Hong Kong leader vowed to identify shortcomings and improve loopholes in the government’s procurement regime as soon as possible, after the contract scandal sparked concerns over the authorities’ vetting process.
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This page is an archive of main headlines from China for 25.08.2025.
It displays 69 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
25.08.2025 ⇢ The day the victory commemoration became central
⌨The editorial focus significantly shifted today towards the upcoming 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression. From the morning, state media prioritized extensive coverage of commemoration preparations, detailing military parade rehearsals and media center openings. President Xi Jinping's call to "take history as a mirror, cherish and safeguard peace" was widely disseminated across various outlets, accompanied by micro-videos honoring "heroic sons and daughters" in the afternoon. While President Xi's Xizang visit continued to be positively framed in morning reports, its primary editorial prominence was overtaken by the anniversary narrative. Concurrently, discussions on maritime sovereignty persisted, with state-backed reports challenging US "freedom of navigation" operations and China asserting its position in the Spratly Islands, reflecting ongoing geopolitical concerns. Economic development, particularly in AI and trade, also featured.
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BBC 中文网
过去十年，中国军队经历了大规模改革，解放军架构调整和反腐行动同时进行，人员变动剧烈；武器装备更新和国防工业也快速发展。国防预算持续增长，即便在新冠疫情期间也保持增幅，持续高于经济增速。这使外界观察中国阅兵时格外注重两个方面：政治信号和新式武器。
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习近平总书记率中央代表团出席西藏自治区成立60周年庆祝活动纪实 | 高原见证深情 人民心向领袖 | 努力建设团结富裕文明和谐美丽的社会主义现代化新西藏
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中国中央电视台
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China's self-developed Haiqin, a 6,000-meter deep-sea remotely operated vehicle (ROV), has successfully completed a deep-sea voyage in the South China ...
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中国中央电视台
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01:07⇢Plateau's Path and National Might
⌨Chinese state media continues its focus on President Xi Jinping's Xizang visit, extensively covering the region's development as a success under Party leadership (CCTV, Guangming Daily, Huanqiu, Xinhua News, Beijing Daily, China Daily). This narrative is complemented by discussions on national strength, including an upcoming military parade (BBC Chinese), deep-sea exploration (Global Times), and innovation as an economic driver (China Daily). Independent outlets, meanwhile, highlight market performance (Caixin Global), critique US-China policy (SCMP), and report on human rights concerns (China Digital Times).
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China Daily
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China Daily
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过去十年，中国军队经历了大规模改革，解放军架构调整和反腐行动同时进行，人员变动剧烈；武器装备更新和国防工业也快速发展。国防预算持续增长，即便在新冠疫情期间也保持增幅，持续高于经济增速。这使外界观察中国阅兵时格外注重两个方面：政治信号和新式武器。
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Xinhua News Agency
习近平主席这样阐释上合合作之道 第一观察丨让“上海精神”持续照亮构建上海合作组织命运共同体之路 各方共同期盼上海合作组织天津峰会举行 纪录片丨上合，尚合
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South China Morning Post
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中国中央电视台
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South China Morning Post
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Peoples Daily
时习之丨习近平：城市归根结底是人民的城市 践行人民城市理念，建设现代化人民城市 人民城市人民建 人民城市为人民 人民网评：开创人民城市建设新局面
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Xinhua News Agency
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China Military Online
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South China Morning Post
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Hong Kong Free Press
In a statement, authorities said the changes to the “M” Mark System were aimed at enhancing “the efficiency and effectiveness of government funding.”
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On Monday, the China Institute for Marine Affairs under China's Ministry of Natural Resources released a legal assessment report on ...
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04:40⇢Victory's Rehearsal
⌨Chinese state media prioritizes preparations for the 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression and fascism, detailing parade rehearsals and media center openings (BBC Chinese, CCTV English, People's Daily English, Xinhua News). President Xi Jinping's Xizang visit continues to be lauded as a path to prosperity under Party leadership (China Economic Net, China Daily Chinese, CCTV, Huanqiu). Separately, a report critiques US 'freedom of navigation' (Global Times) and SCO cooperation progresses (Guangming Daily, Xinhua News Chinese).
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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Peoples Daily
汲取历史智慧 共筑和平未来 习语｜“把伟大抗战精神一代代传下去” 微视频｜丰碑永铸：伟大抗战精神 时政微视频丨薪火相传 坚强屏障 血火淬炼 文字如刃，镌刻抗战荣光
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中国中央电视台
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China Daily
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Hong Kong Free Press
Lawmaker Michael Tien drew comparisons between the brick procurement and a water supply scandal involving the government, saying that there could have been a considerable price difference between getting supplies from a mainland manufacturer and an overseas factory.
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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Peoples Daily
推动更多金点子从“书架”到“货架” 亲历者说｜技术走出实验室，更能体现价值 知识产权强国建设迈出坚实步伐，多项指标提前完成 让创新链和产业链无缝对接 全链条加持让成果转化更顺畅
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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South China Morning Post
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Hong Kong Free Press
The government relaxed entry restrictions under the Places of Amusement Regulation this year, in a bid to promote the sport in Hong Kong and expand access for young people.
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08:10⇢Victory Anniversary Echoes
⌨Chinese state media largely emphasizes the upcoming 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression, with President Xi Jinping's call to "take history as a mirror, cherish and safeguard peace" featured prominently (Beijing Daily, CCTV, China Daily Chinese, Huanqiu). Preparations for commemoration events and parades are underway (People's Daily English, Xinhua News, BBC Chinese, CCTV English). Other coverage includes Shenzhen's innovation drive (People's Daily Chinese) and discussions on China-South Korea relations (SCMP) and economic issues (Caixin Chinese, DW Chinese).
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South China Morning Post
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South China Morning Post
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China Daily
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On Monday, the China Institute for Marine Affairs under China's Ministry of Natural Resources released a legal assessment report on ...
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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South China Morning Post
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Xinhua News Agency
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中国中央电视台
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Hong Kong Free Press
Jimmy Lai’s lawyer, Robert Pang, and the three-judge panel butted heads on multiple occasions on Monday over legal matters relating to the case, including how to determine whether Lai had entered into the alleged conspiracies.
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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China Digital Times
广东各市的“运动式防疫”愈演愈烈，各种奇招狠招昏招轮番上阵：全市集中喷洒杀虫剂、给下水道装防蚊纱网、逐个入户排查积水（甚至破门换锁）、清理阳台的私人绿植、砍伐树木拆除冷巷、凌晨上门给小孩抽血、出动吊机搬走天台杂物、用弹弓向房顶射灭蚊包、投放外来物种“食蚊鱼”、全村集体在家点蚊香、直接用水泥将居民菜地封死......
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South China Morning Post
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Peoples Daily
从 “蜀道难”到“蜀道通” 成渝铁路全面迈入智能化运营 四川高速公路通车里程达10310公里 共谋“一盘棋” 川渝唱响“双城记” 成都青白江如何实现“买全球”“卖全球”？
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13:56⇢Echoes of Victory, Maritime Assertions
⌨Chinese state media extensively covers the upcoming 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression, with multiple outlets broadcasting micro-videos honoring "heroic sons and daughters" (CCTV, China Daily Chinese, Guangming Daily, Huanqiu). This highlights historical memory and peace. Concurrently, maritime sovereignty discussions persist, with state-backed reports challenging US "freedom of navigation" (Global Times) and China asserting its position in the Spratlys (SCMP). Independent media also highlight local social concerns (China Digital Times) and press freedom issues (Hong Kong Free Press).
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South China Morning Post
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South China Morning Post
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South China Morning Post
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Peoples Daily
建设更加有效、更有活力、更具国际影响力的全国碳市场 激发内生动力，推进绿色低碳转型 推动绿色低碳发展 助力中国式现代化 政策问答丨如何推动全国碳市场建设
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South China Morning Post
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Deutsche Welle 中文网
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China Daily
China is accelerating the construction of an integrated national computing power platform, aiming to enhance the quality and efficiency of computational resources and strengthen the country's capabilities in core technologies such as AI chips, said officials and experts.
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Hong Kong Free Press
The prosecution did not present evidence that the food items found in the health officers’ homes – which included abalone and truffle sauce – were the items meant for testing, Magistrate Edward Wong said.
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Xinhua News Agency
各方共同期盼上海合作组织天津峰会举行 峰会新闻中心将于8月28日开放 新华网国际看点丨何以上合：首个以中国城市命名的国际组织 细节里的“和合与共” 专题
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23:53⇢The Strategic Economic Leap
⌨Chinese state media maintains its focus on the 80th anniversary of victory over Japanese aggression, with widespread features honoring "heroic sons and daughters" (CCTV, China Daily Chinese, Guangming Daily, Huanqiu). The impending SCO Tianjin Summit also receives attention (Xinhua News Chinese). Concurrently, state and economic outlets emphasize national economic resilience, highlighting robust foreign trade (China Economic Net) and advancements in AI computing power (China Daily). The development of a national carbon market for green transition is also a key theme (People's Daily Chinese, Xinhua News).