SCMP Highlights: China's Myanmar Scam Warnings, Trump's Xi-Takaichi Push

Recent highlights from the South China Morning Post include a documentary aired by Chinese state television, which disclosed that China made three attempts to convince influential families in northern Myanmar to cease their scam activities prior to large-scale arrests by Myanmar police in 2023. Additionally, sources indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump encouraged Chinese President Xi Jinping to engage with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and to remove export restrictions on Japan. The summary also mentions Abby Choi's HK$72 million apartment, clarifying it was not a gift, along with France and Germany exploring a new trade strategy. These topics represent seven key points from SCMP's latest coverage, touching on international diplomacy, cross-border crime, and trade tensions in the region.