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Donald John Trump, born June 14, 1946, became the 45th president of the United States in 2017, after he defeated Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in the general election of 2016. His unpredictable tenure saw the beginning of a trade war between the US and China. The trade war persisted after he left office following a 2020 defeat to Joe Biden. In 2024 he mounted a third campaign, defeating Biden's then-VP, Kamala Harris, to earn a second term as president.
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14 Jun 1946
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45th President of the United States of America
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US-China relations

Can the US and China verify an AI deal? Start-ups are building the tools

Researchers are developing technology to monitor AI development without relying on trust between Washington and Beijing.

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

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

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Xi begins 3-day US visit with rare airport welcome from Trump

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

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US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping participate in an arrival ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Photo: AP
US President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump greet China’s President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday. Photo: AP
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Trump built a US$5 million White House helipad. Don’t expect Xi Jinping to use it

US president might aim to impress during Xi’s state visit, but Chinese protocol discourages its leaders from using helicopters.

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All you need to know about a state visit, as US rolls out red carpet for Xi

On these grand occasions, which aim to strengthen relationships between countries, it’s more than just pomp and pageantry involved.

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US-China relations

Americans are warming to China as Xi arrives for high-profile US visit: poll

China’s average rating has risen from 28 to 37 since 2021, with younger Americans and Democrats expressing warmer views.

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Washington and Beijing have faced persistent tensions over trade, technology and national security. Photo: AP
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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.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Iran’s Pezeshkian accuses Trump of ‘bullying mentality’, vows no surrender

The president told the UN General Assembly that threats would only harden Tehran’s resolve, but his country remained open to diplomacy.

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Bigger than Busan? US considers China’s ‘bigger deal’ on trade as Xi summit nears

Scott Bessent and He Lifeng held an unscheduled meeting in Washington on Wednesday following Sunday’s productive trade talks.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Vice-Premier He Lifeng pose for a photograph at their meeting in Washington on Wednesday. Photo: @SecScottBessent/X
US-China tech war

In Focus | Will Xi and Trump find common ground on AI risk amid an escalating tech war?

Despite US AI leaders’ warnings over the risks of rapid development, they remain locked in a high-stakes race against each other – and China.

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Middle East

Trump’s Board of Peace proposes US$2.45 billion Gaza reconstruction plan

Physical damage across Gaza will cost roughly US$35.2 billion in the medium term and another US$71.4 billion in the next 10 years.

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Xi-Trump summit: China’s state car has already proved a match for the US ‘Beast’

The custom-built Hongqi N701 caught the eye of then-president Biden when he met the Chinese leader in San Francisco in 2023.

Microsoft

Trump sells tens of millions in AI, tech shares, led by Microsoft

US president made over 1,100 trades in July, selling up to US$31 million of Microsoft and US$26 million of Amazon, disclosures show.

President Donald Trump is seen during an event in the White House on August 31, 2026, in Washington. Photo: AP Photo
United States

Video | US battery start-up picks China over Kentucky for its first factory

EnerVenue’s CEO stressed that China is the ‘factory of factories’ and an ‘important stepping stone’ towards global production.

Employees inspect equipment on the production line before the official opening of U.S. battery company EnerVenue's new factory in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, China September 18, 2026. REUTERS/Nicoco Chan
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China hawks grumble over Trump’s lavish welcome planned for Xi state visit

Chorus of disapproval rises ahead of the Chinese leader’s arrival, even as others say the welcome is the show, not the deal.

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China makes fentanyl goodwill move ahead of Xi’s ‘historic milestone’ US visit

China’s top envoy to US hails safeguards from head-of-state diplomacy, as Beijing rolls out severe penalties for non-pharma fentanyl crimes.

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Tesla’s Elon Musk hails Xi Jinping’s leadership, Chinese AI strength

Musk controls SpaceX, a Pentagon and US intelligence contractor, and his business ties with China have drawn scrutiny in Washington.

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Chinese state broadcaster CCTV published an interview with Elon Musk in which he praised Xi Jinping, Chinese AI capabilities and China’s manufacturing industry. Photo: AP
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China CEOs to likely miss Xi’s US trip amid thin summit expectations

Plans for a Chinese business delegation to join Xi on his visit to the US are in doubt amid a lack of agreement on investments.

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China’s first lady Peng Liyuan projects glamour and soft power on world stage

Xi Jinping’s wife is a famous singer and an important presence as she accompanies her husband on state visits.

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Venezuela

Exiled opposition leader tries to enter Venezuela as Rodriguez meets Trump in US

Maria Corina Machado blocked from returning as New York talks mark first encounter since Nicolas Maduro’s capture.

Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez and US President Donald Trump. Photo: Venezuelan Presidency via AFP
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Exclusive | Split on US investments stalls Chinese business visit alongside Xi, sources say

With the window for travel narrowing by the hour, uncertainty surrounds the inclusion of corporate leaders in China’s delegation.

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A military honour guard rehearses with the US and Chinese flags at the White House in preparation for Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit. Photo: Reuters
Taiwan

As I see it | Taiwan might as well give up now

If Washington can’t or won’t defend the island, Taipei has no choice but to settle with Beijing.

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Canada

Canada seeks to wrap up India trade talks soon, as US ties fray

PM Carney says his Indian counterpart Modi will visit Canada around the time of the G20 summit in Miami this December.

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US-China relations

Editorial | Trump-Xi summit a key step towards managing conflict more wisely

The summit in Washington may not result in a grand bargain but discussions on AI, trade and the military offer hope of progress on managing disagreements.

US President Donald Trump (right) shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping while leaving after a visit to the Zhongnanhai Garden in Beijing, on May 15, 2026. The two leaders will meet in Washington this week. Photo: AP
Ukraine war

Zelensky meets Trump, says Ukraine ready for energy truce with Russia

The US president announced such a truce last week, but Russia ‌hit petrol stations in Kyiv the next day and Ukraine bombed an oil refinery.

A Kyiv petrol station hit by a Russian drone strike. Photo: Reuters
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In Focus | Can Xi and Trump use their leverage to actually make progress?

Analysts agree that keeping ties stable will be a priority when the leaders meet, and artificial intelligence could be an area for cooperation.

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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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