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US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping shake hands alongside US first lady Melania Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s wife Peng Liyuan, at the National in Washington on Friday. Photo: Reuters

Xi and Peng wave as they board their aircraft at Joint Base Andrews to return to China. Photo: AP

The presidential party pose for the media after arriving to tour the National Archives Museum in Washington. Photo: Reuters

The presidential party view the US Constitution during a tour of the National Archives Museum. Photo: Getty Images/AFP

The group meet for tea in the Red Room of the White House. Photo: AP

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi ends Trump visit with vow to meet again in China this year – as it happened

Chinese president’s three-day visit ends with plans for two more face-to-face talks with Trump this year.

26 Sep 2026 - 4:38AM

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Pat on the back? Xi and Trump’s body language speaks volumes

25 Sep 2026 - 11:00AM

Israel-Gaza war

Actors, politicians among 100 arrested in New York anti-Netanyahu protest

25 Sep 2026 - 12:52PM

‘Fundamentally broken’: Amnesty urges US to abolish ICE

Report finds US government implementing system of mass detention fueled by racist, xenophobic rhetoric.

25 Sep 2026 - 11:36AM

ICE officers at the scene where Venezuelan migrant, Wilber Garces Perez, was shot and wounded in Austin, Texas. Photo: Austin American-Statesman via AP

US-China trade war

US senators delay effort to permanently ban Chinese cars

Proposed ban is a move to ensure that hundreds of thousands of US automotive jobs are not at risk of ‘total domination’ by Chinese car firms.

25 Sep 2026 - 5:43AMvideocam

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi talks up US friendship ‘forged in blood’ at state dinner – as it happened

Following an unprecedented reception upon landing, formal proceedings – including talks – between the two leaders took place today.

25 Sep 2026 - 10:19AMvideocam

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

US restricts visas for birth tourism ahead of Xi’s summit with Trump

China has been a central focus of Washington’s efforts to crack down on the practice, with large-scale operations targeted.

24 Sep 2026 - 8:44AMvideocam

The visa restrictions came as US President Donald Trump arrived to greet Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, on Wednesday. Photo: AP

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi lands in US for high-stakes summit with Trump amid deep tensions

Chinese leader begins 48-hour visit as Trump seeks progress on AI, Iran, rare earths and trade, with expectations for deals low.

24 Sep 2026 - 8:21AM

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi calls for cooperation with US after Trump’s airport welcome – as it happened

The Chinese president began a three-day visit to Washington, with a host of vital topics to be discussed.

24 Sep 2026 - 3:34PMvideocam

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Rubio defends Xi’s US visit as essential despite deep disagreements

US secretary of state says Taiwan arms sales must be weighed against America’s military needs and voices hope Vladimir Putin will attend G20.

24 Sep 2026 - 5:42AMvideocam

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media in New York on Wednesday. Photo: Pool via Reuters

Trump approval hits career low as living costs bite, new poll shows

Just 17 per cent of Americans endorse the president’s handling of inflation ahead of midterm elections.

22 Sep 2026 - 1:39PM

President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen as the US midterms loom. Photo: AP

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Trump inaugurates helipad as major networks skip ceremony over ban

Broadcast boycott leaves the US president without pool cameras for his maiden flight from the new helipad.

22 Sep 2026 - 3:04PMvideocam

US-China relations

Survey finds increasing number of Americans favour engagement with China

Beijing seen as less of a threat in Chicago Council on Global Affairs survey, although a partisan divide exists.

22 Sep 2026 - 1:38AM

US-China relations

Chinese AI firms shunned US delegation over sanctions fears, commission says

Members stress value of Washington-Beijing dialogue as both sides prepare for dedicated talks on AI governance.

12 Sep 2026 - 2:54PMvideocam

The United States and China are competing for dominance in artificial intelligence as the technology becomes a growing focus of their rivalry. Photo: Getty Images

US midterm elections 2026

The surprising gender gap now redefining the Chinese-American electorate

New data challenges common perception that the United States’ Asian communities form a reliable voting bloc for Democrats.

11 Sep 2026 - 4:08PMvideocam

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US midterm elections 2026

Trump touts ‘most successful’ presidency, promises US$5,000 to voters in speech

The US president spoke for nearly two hours at the launch of the Republican Party’s unusual midterm convention in Texas.

10 Sep 2026 - 3:29PM

Canada’s US tariffs take effect as Trump threatens Bombardier aircraft sales

Ottawa targets US$20 billion in US goods after trade talks collapsed, with both sides digging in and analysts warning of further escalation.

9 Sep 2026 - 5:48AMvideocam

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UN demands accountability over deaths in US immigration custody

Human rights chief voices alarm over rising detention fatalities and reported ICE plans to deploy electric shock gear.

8 Sep 2026 - 8:50AM

ICE agents escort a handcuffed detainee outside the Ventura County Government Centre in Ventura, California in July. Photo: AFP

US-China trade war

China rivalry ‘no excuse’: Democrats allege corruption in Trump’s mining deals

Lawmakers say strategic competition over critical minerals doesn’t justify abandoning safeguards that prevent funds from being misused.

3 Sep 2026 - 10:18AMvideocam

US-China relations

US lawmakers target China, birth tourism as citizenship fight intensifies

Congressional hearings put Chinese birth tourism in the spotlight as the Trump administration presses its challenge to automatic citizenship.

14 Sep 2026 - 2:51AMvideocam

US-China relations

US universities curb international student internships following federal warning

The restrictions could have a major impact on Chinese students, who often pursue off-campus work experience while studying in the US.

2 Sep 2026 - 5:44PMvideocam

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the first institutions to respond to new directives on international students and internships. Photo: EPA-EFE

US-China relations

US journalist jailed for 2 years for working as a Chinese agent

Thomas Weir Pauken II worked for state media in Beijing and admitted to working at the direction of people tied to China’s intelligence services.

2 Sep 2026 - 4:19PM

American journalist Thomas Weir Pauken II, who also used the alias Tom McGregor, has been sentenced to two years in prison. Photo: Facebook/Tom McGregor

US-China relations

Xi, Trump and Putin may hold trilateral meeting at next Apec forum, Kremlin says

Senior Russian aide confirms possibility of all three leaders meeting in Shenzhen in November ‘was discussed’ at this week’s SCO summit.

2 Sep 2026 - 10:22AMvideocam

US-China relations

US university to pay US$2.1 million over claims it didn’t disclose China ties

Justice Department alleged Ohio State failed to reveal employees’ links to China in applications for federal grant funding.

1 Sep 2026 - 9:15AM

US Army Secretary Driscoll resigns after rifts in Pentagon leadership

Top civilian official’s departure marks the latest leadership upheaval following reported tensions with Pete Hegseth.

1 Sep 2026 - 1:03PM

Dan Driscoll's departure is the latest in a series of resignations and firings within the US military. Photo: AP

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