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Xi's 'blunt' warning to Trump on Taiwan exposes profound risks: Analysts

During a tense summit in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a clear message to US President Donald Trump regarding Taiwan. The talks underscored the fragile state of US-China relations, prompting analysts to predict that while the fallout may not be immediate, the stakes are high.

The Economic Times

New Attacks in Hormuz

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Reason

U.S. And China Agree That Strait Of Hormuz Should Not Be Militarized, Rubio Says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the U.S. and China agreed on the notion that the Strait of Hormuz should not be militarized as Iran seeks to control the key waterway amid the war.

International Business Times

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Five taps and no yank: What Trump and Xi’s ‘power-play’ handshake reveals about the world leaders

President Donald Trump and Chinese Persident Xi Jinping met on the steps of the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, with commentators poring over the interaction in search of tell-tale gestures

The Independent UK

Trump-Xi summit: in a high-stakes meeting the two leaders can’t afford to misread each other

The summit between Chinese president, Xi Jinping, and US president, Donald Trump, reportedly covered a lot of ground. The two leaders are said to have discussed trade, technology and the war in Iran, agreeing that Strait of Hormuz should be kept open. But the most potentially hazardous issue they covered…

The Conversation

Cotton Collapsing Early on Thursday

Cotton futures closed the Wednesday session with contracts coming off the midday highs, up 7 to 49 points. The US dollar index was $0.215 higher at $98.395. Crude oil was down $1.18 at $101.00 at the close. A meeting between President Trump and China’s President Xi in Beijing concluded early...

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Fight Erupts in Trump-Xi Summit: Live Video Captures Profane Shouting and Chaos as Camera Tumbles to Ground

A Trump-Xi summit in Beijing briefly descended into chaos when a scuffle broke out on live video as Donald Trump entered a meeting room, with a voice shouting 'get the f--k out' before a camera hit the floor.

International Business Times UK

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China wouldn't let Marco Rubio in, so he did something nobody in US politics has ever done

Marco Rubio visited China with Donald Trump. Beijing altered the spelling of Rubio's name to bypass sanctions imposed in 2020. This linguistic change allowed his entry despite previous criticism of China's human rights record. The meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping focused on Taiwan. China warned of potential conflict over…

The Economic Times

Trump invites Chinese President to White House, Xi calls for "new chapter" in ties

US President Donald Trump extended an invitation to Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a White House summit in September. Trump praised the strong bond between the two nations during his state visit to Beijing. He noted a positive and constructive discussion with Xi. The leaders expressed a desire for continued…

The Economic Times

'Lost Soul' Elon Musk Just Went Full 'Tourist' During A Massive Diplomatic Meeting In China

Elon Musk taking tourist-style photos during Donald Trump's formal welcome in Beijing highlights the uneasy mix of tech billionaires, family members and officials in high-level US–China diplomacy.

International Business Times UK

World markets rise on Trump-Xi summit hopes

Trump and Xi met at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where both sides agreed the Strait of Hormuz must remain open, a key demand as the Iran war drags into its third month.

Euronews

Does Trump really care about Taiwan? Everything the US president has said about the island

Analysts say president’s shifting rhetoric deepens US policy of ‘strategic ambiguity’ on Taiwan

The Independent UK

Donald Trump Can't Stop Praising Xi Jinping in China Despite Previous Claims That Beijing Rips Off the United States

During a state visit to Beijing, Donald Trump praised Xi Jinping, marking a stark contrast to his previous criticisms of China amidst ongoing trade tensions.

International Business Times UK

Trump invites Xi to White House after Beijing summit talks

In a significant diplomatic gesture, President Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping and his spouse to the White House on September 24th, calling it a historic meeting of minds. Central to their discussions was the crucial issue of ensuring stable global energy flows through the strategically vital Strait of…

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International Business Times UK

President Xi Just Expertly Handled Donald Trump's 'Juvenile' Power Handshake

During a Beijing summit, Xi Jinping's composed response to Donald Trump's aggressive handshake highlighted contrasting diplomatic styles, sparking online debate about power dynamics and leadership approaches.

International Business Times

Trump, Xi Hold Extended Beijing Summit As Taiwan Warning Looms Over Trade Talks

Xi Jinping warned that tensions over Taiwan could trigger "clashes and even conflicts" while Donald Trump described the summit discussions as "extremely positive and productive."

The Independent UK

The Latest: Xi and Trump summit focuses on business links as Chinese leader issues Taiwan warning

Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump have started their high-profile summit in Beijing that is expected to focus on trade but also include the Iran war, technology and Taiwan

The Times of India

The Xi exception: Why we saw a toned-down Trump in China

During a Beijing visit, President Trump observed China's military might, signaling a shift in global power. While the US faces munitions shortages and slow production, China's defense industry operates at wartime pace, excelling in drones, AI, and satellite tech. This evolving warfare, particularly concerning Taiwan, highlights a contest for future…

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The Times of India

What is the ‘Thucydides Trap’? Why Xi Jinping brought it up during talks with Donald Trump in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping invoked the "Thucydides Trap" during talks with US President Donald Trump, highlighting concerns that the rising power's growth could lead to conflict with the established dominant power. This theory, popularized by Graham Allison, suggests structural tensions make war more likely, a concept now central to global…

International Business Times UK

Trump Overruled His Own Staff to Bring 'Great Jensen Huang' to Beijing — Nvidia Boss Boarded During Refuelling Stop

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins Trump's Beijing delegation after initial exclusion, highlighting the strategic importance of US-China semiconductor relations and Nvidia's $50 billion China market opportunity.

The Independent UK

Watch live: Trump joins lavish state banquet with China’s Xi during high-stakes visit

Watch live as Donald Trump joins a lavish state banquet in Beijing’s Hall of the People with Chinese president Xi Jinping, bringing to an end the first day of his high-stakes state visit to China.

Fortune

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Euronews

Xi Jinping vows to 'open door wider' to US firms during Trump visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping used US President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing to reassure American business leaders that China remains committed to further opening its economy to foreign investment.

The Economic Times

Chinese military officer seen standing like a robot as Air Force One passes just a few meters away, internet has questions. Watch viral video

A Chinese military officer's stoic stance near US President Donald Trump's Air Force One has gone viral. Footage shows him remaining motionless as the aircraft taxied. Social media users praised his discipline. Others raised safety concerns about the proximity to the jet engines. The incident occurred during Trump's visit to…

International Business Times UK

Trump's 'Biggest Summit' Backfires Spectacularly as China Refuses Deals and Treats Visit Like 'Afterthought'

Donald Trump's visit to Beijing concluded without major agreements or concessions, highlighting a diplomatic setback as China maintained firm positions on key issues.

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