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Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump arrive for a tour of the National Archives Museum on September 25. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
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Xi-Trump meeting’s takeaways, successes and fallout: 7 US-China relations reads

Here are highlights, insights and updates on the Xi-Trump summit from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents.

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Anti-South Asian online hate surges in US under Trump 2.0, study finds

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Elon Musk returns to US government for Pentagon war study

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US-China relations

Xi-Trump rapport is ‘most valuable strategic asset’ in US-China ties: envoy Xie

Beijing’s ambassador remarks on head-of-state diplomacy in a speech marking National Day celebrations at the Chinese embassy in Washington.

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Xie Feng, speaking during National Day celebrations at the Chinese embassy in Washington, says Xi and Trump’s mutual support gives “fresh momentum to Asia-Pacific cooperation and global governance”. Photo: X.com/AmbXieFeng
US-China relations

Trump claims he discussed release of political prisoners in China with Xi

US president says he had ‘some very, very important discussions’ with his Chinese counterpart, but did not identify specific cases.

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Hegseth says US slashed number of generals and admirals by 20%

Pentagon chief frames purge of senior leadership as long-overdue move against ‘woke’ culture.

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US-China trade war

US targets China’s steel capacity at G20 days after Xi’s state visit

Jamieson Greer proposes new global framework that will encourage countries to strengthen trade barriers against steel imports.

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United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says the new global “Milwaukee Framework” will help tackle excess steel production capacity. Photo: Reuters
United States

US Supreme Court lets Trump resume deportations to third countries

Trump administration granted emergency request to overturn a lower court ban on rapid expulsions.

United States

Opinion | America’s foreign policy of coercion must end

Trump’s routine use of threats and ultimatums in place of diplomacy may yield immediate gains, but it inflicts lasting damage to America’s global standing.

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United States

US consumer confidence sinks to 12-year low over inflation, stagnant wages

The consumer confidence index fell to 81.9 in September, the lowest reading in the Conference Board’s survey since April 2014.

A customer checks packaged meat at a supermarket in Houston, Texas, on September 2. Photo: AFP
United States

As I see it | It’s the end of the world – and I don’t feel fine

Three authors warn that America’s techno-fascists are about to bring on the apocalypse for all of us.

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(From left) Priscilla Chan, Mark Zuckerberg, Lauren Sanchez, Jeff Bezos, Sundar Pichai and Elon Musk attend Donald Trump’s inauguration in the rotunda of the Capitol building in Washington on January 20, 2025. Photo: Reuters
Donald Trump

Judge blocks Trump from tying anti-terrorism grants to election changes

Washington district judge rules FEMA exceeded authority by requiring election changes to unlock US$1.1 billion in security grants.

US-China trade war

‘Missed opportunity’: US soybean farmers question China tariff cuts exclusion

Before the Xi-Trump summit last week, analysts and industry experts expected soybeans to be included in tariff-reduced arrangement.

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Americas and the Caribbean

US revokes visas of Latin American officials and others

Bolivian attorney general among those targeted in Trump administration crackdown across four allied nations.

US President Donald Trump at a 'Shield of the Americas' meeting in New York. Photo: AP
Banking & finance

Exclusive | Jamie Dimon on how growth can untangle US-China strife, thorny global issues

In wide-ranging discussion, veteran bank chief flags ‘world peace’ as top concern, warns of Democrat vs Republican ideologies, and stresses economic growth.

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Donald Trump

Trump announces US$15 billion Iowa steel plant, claiming it will be largest in US

Trump’s announcement appears aimed at giving Republicans a positive message ahead of November’s midterm elections.

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United States

FBI deputy chief announces resignation after just over a year in job

Trump ally Andrew Bailey, who oversaw election-related investigations, steps down weeks before US midterms.

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United States

Republicans pour cash into dozens of US House races previously seen as ‘safe’

Major Republican groups have begun spending in at least 39 House races ahead of the November midterms.

Attendees hold signs urging Republicans to maintain control of Congress during a party gathering in Dallas this month. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

Editorial | Xi-Trump summit built muscle for US-China cooperation

The meeting was never going to clear every hurdle, but it set the tone for further relations on the basis of mutual respect and benefit.

Donald Trump

CNN blocked from Trump’s trip as White House signals new media curb

The spot meant for CNN on Trump’s Air Force One flight on Saturday will be taken up by Real America’s Voice News, a conservative network.

Donald Trump

US TV networks back at White House, as Trump hails ‘fair’ coverage of Xi visit

The US president had earlier barred CNN, MS Now and Politico from the grounds, prompting other outlets to halt coverage in solidarity.

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A news camera is seen outside the White House on Wednesday. Photo: AFP/TNS
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What summit? US TV blackout and midterms turmoil overshadow red-carpet treatment

Xi Jinping’s arrival was not covered by major American networks in protest over Donald Trump’s ban on three news groups.

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US White House correspondent Laura Barron-Lopez reports for MS Now near the White House, after reporters from CNN, Politico and MS Now were barred from the White House on Thursday despite a judge’s order calling for access to be restored immediately. Photo: Reuters
United States

‘Fundamentally broken’: Amnesty urges US to abolish ICE

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

2026 Xi-Trump summits

Inside Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan’s visit to the Smithsonian’s Peacock Room

The celebrated museum’s Chinese art collection and longstanding ties with China made it a fitting stop for first ladies’ 45-minute tour.

United States

US 30-year mortgage rates top 7%, highest in Trump presidency

It is the highest average level since January 2025, with affordability a concern for US voters weeks ahead of November’s midterm elections.

Residential homes in Florida. Photo: Shutterstock Images
United States

US cybersecurity agency releases election infrastructure plan before midterms

Federal strategy details threats and safeguards for November vote following criticism over delayed assistance.

Voters cast their ballots on the first day of early voting in Minnesota. Photo: AP
Donald Trump

White House reinstates access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after judge’s order

A federal judge had deemed Trump’s ban of the news outlets as likely to be unconstitutional and ordered their access immediately restored.

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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