02:24 (18:24)⇢Macau Dreams While Baidu Retreats
⌨The newspapers continue extensive coverage of Xi's Macau visit, with new focus on development prospects and regional integration (Beijing Daily, China Economic Net, China Daily). A significant business development emerges with Baidu and Geely withdrawing support from Jiyue Auto (Caixin Chinese). Western sources report on a Christmas market attack in Germany with 5 dead (DW Chinese), while military news highlights US defense assistance to Taiwan (Global Times) and Pakistan's potential J-35 fighter jet acquisition (SCMP).