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US President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House in Washington on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

US, China slash tariffs on basic goods – but leave rare earths off the record

Tariffs waived on lengthy US$30 billion list of items including linen, fireworks and crockery will not ‘dramatically reshape’ trade: analyst.

US-China relations

Open Questions | Scott Kennedy on China’s ‘slow tech dragon’ and 2 more Xi-Trump meetings

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Why Xi’s US trip leaves Europe relieved by trade truce – but wary of the future

How sacred Kenyan hill became US-China minerals battleground

American and Chinese bidders are vying for rights to develop a sacred Kenyan forest rich in rare earths and niobium.

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Mrima Hill is a sacred forest on Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast rich in rare earths and niobium, a metal used to make steel stronger and lighter. Photo: AFP

Why US chip controls took a back seat at the Xi-Trump summit

China’s growing semiconductor self-reliance may explain the relative calm, but looming US measures could put it to the test.

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Trade truce aside, was AI the real Xi-Trump summit breakthrough?

New AI dialogue becomes latest formal channel to manage competition while coming leader-level meetings grant further room to stabilise ties, analysts say.

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Why US deal on Greenland may narrow China’s Arctic space

New security accord could make western Arctic states warier of working with China and draw Beijing closer to Moscow, Chinese observers say.

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Greenland sits atop some of the world’s largest undeveloped mineral deposits, including rare earth elements. Photo: Reuters

Asian Angle | Southeast Asia faces a false binary in US-China mineral trade

The real question for rare earth exporters is how to turn global mineral competition into higher-value industries.

How Hong Kong firms are future-proofing business in challenging times

Swire Coca-Cola is among firms leveraging AI and other cutting-edge technologies to drive growth and navigate economic headwinds.

Xi-Trump atmospherics welcomed but mask structural rifts: analysts

That two economic and military giants are talking – and pledging to talk some more – suggests some period of relative stability with caveats.

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US President Donald Trump welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to a state dinner in the East Room of the White House on Thursday in Washington. Photo: Getty Images

Shanghai Gold Exchange pushes more Chinese banks to end retail leverage trading

Lenders in China are redirecting retail clients to fixed-price accumulation plans and physical purchases of precious metals, moving away from margin-based speculation.

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Banks in China are phasing out retail leveraged precious-metals trading for gold and silver. Photo: AFP

B-2 Spirit, AI cooperation, no US-China conflict: key Xi-Trump takeaways so far

In morning remarks of state visit’s second day, US president and Chinese leader seek to project image of stability between the two sides.

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China’s sulphur imports dive 65% as prices surge 3.5 times

Country pays more for less of the key fertiliser ingredient, potentially pressuring the spring planting season, analyst says.

Hong Kong aims to add yuan trading counter to southbound Stock Connect by July 1

Move marks the latest step in Hong Kong’s efforts to advance internationalisation of the Chinese currency.

Julia Leung and Kelvin Wong announce the SFC’s priorities on Wednesday. Photo: Karma Lo

Hong Kong maps out gold, bond and liquidity push to deepen offshore yuan use

HKEX to launch yuan gold futures as HKMA eyes new products and platforms to expand offshore market activity.

Participating in a panel discussion at Treasury Markets Summit 2026 are, from left, Justin Chan of HSBC, Darryl Ho of HKMA, Gregory Yu of HKEX, Patrick Wu of Credit Agricole and Annie Zhu of Bank of China (Hong Kong). Photo: Elson Li

China launches ‘mineral exploration offensive’ amid growing global uncertainties

Beijing is scouring the nation for resources ranging from oil to rare earths, as it tries to shield its economy from rising geopolitical turbulence.

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AI trade rallies on falling oil and Meta’s Muse agent ahead of Xi-Trump meeting

Nasdaq-100 hits record high while chip stocks in China and South Korea rebound, with investors betting that AI earnings can weather higher interest rates.

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Trump praises Takaichi for doing ‘tremendous job’ ahead of Xi’s visit to US

Two leaders hail their good working relationship, with Sanae Takaichi saying the United States and Japan can look forward to deepening ties.

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and US President Donald Trump meet on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Tuesday. Photo: Getty Images via AFP

Lula backs China peace push at UN, tells US that Brazil is ‘no one’s backyard’

Brazilian leader criticises tariffs and military pressure while demanding domestic benefits from foreign access to critical minerals.

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Once key economic weapon, US-China soy trade offers fragile relief from tensions

As the two nations address disputes ahead of the Trump-Xi summit, some American soybean farmers say they are in a better position than in 2025.

US, China need nuclear-style AI safeguards, congressman says before Xi summit

Top Democrat on the House China committee calls for international inspections of leading AI laboratories and a ban on self-improving systems.

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US House Select Committee on China ranking member Ro Khanna speaks with journalists before an Artificial Intelligence briefing on September 16 in Washington. Photo: Getty Images via AFP

In Focus | The US-China tech war has evolved since Xi and Trump last met. Who has the edge?

The two sides have found new sources of leverage across AI, chips, rare earths and wider technology supply chains since the US leader’s May visit to Beijing.

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Opinion | Success of Xi-Trump summit lies in what happens afterwards

The real value of the Washington meeting between the presidents of the US and China is whether its understandings survive the next bilateral dispute.

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‘Listen to us’: Philippines tribe vows to stand ground against US-led Pax Silica

The Aetas have been offered just 50 US cents per square metre of land to make way for the sprawling tech hub. All have refused.

As China’s consumption of gold jewellery slumps 34%, sellers pivot abroad: WGC

Domestic gold jewellers are seeking to leverage advanced crafting techniques as market sees turbulence, says World Gold Council executive.

A pure gold decorative fan ornament at the Jewellery & Gem World Hong Kong fair at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on Wednesday. Photo: Kit Lai

China’s trade limits continue to bite into Japan’s rare earth imports

Rare earth magnet imports fall 17 per cent, following a 52 per cent plunge in July, amid deteriorating ties between Beijing and Tokyo.

China is the world’s largest supplier of rare earth permanent magnets, as well as rare earth materials more broadly. Photo: AP Photo

Chinese miners partner to tap Tibet gold, copper in latest resource push

Xizang Zhihui Mining and Zhaojin Nonferrous Mining will pursue joint investment in mining projects in the autonomous region.

China’s crude imports are rising again. What will that mean for oil prices?

China’s plunging oil imports prevented a bigger price spike after the Iran war broke out, but its crude purchases are now ticking up again.

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Basic Resources & Mining
The latest news on global resources and mining, including metals, precious metals, mineral producers and mining companies, including Rio Tinto. Also covers news on coal, iron, diamonds and lithium.