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Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump take part in a welcome ceremony for Trump outside the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during his state visit to China on May 14, 2026. Photo: Xinhua
2026 Xi-Trump summits

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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2026 Xi-Trump summits

US law enforcement ups security for Xi summit as welcome, protest events planned

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US-China relations

Opinion | Xi and Trump face their greatest challenge yet: building US-China trust

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United States

Man shot by ICE in Texas says bullet still inside him

Lawyer says Venezuelan DoorDash driver is experiencing left-side paralysis following Austin encounter.

Wilber Rafael Garces Perez’s vehicle at the scene of the ICE shooting in Austin, Texas. Photo: Reuters
2026 Xi-Trump summits

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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Donald Trump

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.

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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.

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US President Donald Trump after cutting the ribbon. Photo: AFP
President Donald Trump used oversized gold scissors. Photo: AP
US President Donald Trump walks to Marine One. Photo: AFP
Marine One takes off from the new helipad. Photo: AFP
Marine One takes off from the new helipad. Photo: AFP
2026 Xi-Trump summits

First ladies step forward as Trump lays on rare honours for Xi

Three-day itinerary from September 23 to 25 will feature extensive ceremonial honours along with dedicated cultural exchanges and events.

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

CNN, MS NOW and Politico sue Trump over White House press ban

Lawsuit alleges First Amendment violations as major TV networks suspend presidential pool coverage in protest.

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.

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US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet China’s President Xi Jinping in Washington this week. A new poll shows more Americans favour engagement with China over containment. Photo: AP
United States

ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Texas

Man in custody pending removal as Austin mayor demands local police be involved in shooting investigation.

Authorities deploy non-lethal weapons near a demonstration where a man was shot by an ICE officer in Austin, Texas. Photo: AP
Donald Trump

Trump says his big arch would be a ‘military complex’ with drones and snipers

US president claims massive monument will store ammunition as critics call national security framing a legal pretext.

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White House bars CNN, MS Now and Politico reporters after Trump ban

All three news outlets separately said their teams’ press passes were ‌confiscated on Saturday morning.

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Donald Trump

Trump says son told him he’ll repay Russian oligarch for wedding parties

Democratic lawmakers have launched an investigation into reports that Umar Kremlev contributed thousands to Don Jnr’s festivities.

Donald Trump Jnr and Bettina Anderson are seen at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, in February. Photo: TNS
2026 Xi-Trump summits

Trump says Xi state dinner is ‘a very tough ticket’ as guest list takes shape

US president says White House seats about 125 guests, while Chinese executives facing scrutiny in the US are considered for Xi’s delegation.

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US President Donald Trump speaks during a healthcare event at the White House in Washington on Friday. Photo: AP
Donald Trump

Trump ‘banning’ CNN, MS Now and Politico from White House

The US president’s targeting of three major news outlets is his latest move to crack down on the free press.

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi-Trump summit preview: what are the best and worst scenarios?

Tariff cuts or a new 7.5 per cent duty on China? Possible outcomes on the cards as leaders navigate a trade truce and a widening tech schism.

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White House pulls Trump nominee to head ICE

No reason was given, but ex-Marine Lance Schroyer’s confirmation had been stalled in the Senate.

ICE has been at the forefront of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. Photo: AFP
Jimmy Lai trial

Hong Kong hits out at US panel over Jimmy Lai hearing and sanctions bill

Government says US Congressional-Executive Commission on China is trying to ‘intimidate’ officials with sanctions.

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Donald Trump

Will Trump demolish the Kennedy Centre? Air Force One photo offers clue

US president seen through aircraft window holding a placard showing the apparent demolition of famed venue.

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Xi to get what Trump didn’t in Beijing: a presidential airport welcome

US president will personally greet Chinese counterpart on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews in Washington when Xi lands next Wednesday.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping participates in a welcome ceremony for US President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on May 14, 2026. Photo: AP
United States

US Fed raises interest rates for first time in 3 years, irking Trump

US president demands immediate rate cuts as Chair Kevin Warsh warns inflation remains ‘too high’.

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The Federal Reserve in Washington. The US central bank raised interest rates for the first time in three years on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
Donald Trump

Trump threatens to keep Kennedy Centre closed after name ruling

US president conditions venue repairs on his name being added to the building.

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United States

Unlikely allies Sanders and Bannon call for stronger AI oversight

Ideological adversaries warn of the dangers of artificial intelligence amid public concern over unregulated tech.

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US-China relations

ICE death, AI military strike proposal, Huawei trial: 7 US-China relations reads

From a drone ban to birth tourism, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in the first half of September 2026.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents stand guard holding less-lethal weapons as protesters gather outside Delaney Hall, which is being used as an ICE detention center, in Newark, New Jersey, in June. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS
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Newsom reveals scenario that would keep him out of 2028 White House race

California governor says both he and former vice-president Kamala Harris campaigning would be a ‘gift’ to Republicans.

California Governor Gavin Newsom. Photo: AP
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Mitch McConnell returns to US Senate after lengthy health absence

Frail-looking 84-year-old Republican returns in a wheelchair following his June hospitalisation.

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US Supreme Court deals blow to Trump before this year’s midterms

Justices reject White House bid to restrict mail-in ballots, leaving state voting procedures intact.

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