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Trump and Xi Jinping head into Washington summit with both leaders thinking time is on their side

Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping have a packed agenda for their talks at the White House

The Independent UK · Sep 24

Behind the illusion of the Trump-Xi ‘friendship’, there's a real wariness

IT’S a pretty fair bet that no major geopolitical decision made in Washington happens without a weighing up of Chinese interests and reactions...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 24

Chinese goods transshipment haunts Trump-Xi meeting: Nine Latin American countries flagged by the White House

The White House named nine Latin American nations among 40 flagged for transhipping Chinese goods, before the Trump–Xi summit in Washington as the issue is likely to be discussed during the meeting on Thursday.

Euronews · Sep 24

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Trump gives Xi rare airport welcome as Chinese leader begins US state visit

US President Donald Trump personally welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at a military airfield outside Washington on Wednesday, kicking off a lavish state visit focused on trade, artificial intelligence and Iran, as the two powers seek to preserve a fragile diplomatic and economic truce.

France 24 · Sep 24

Trump to raise detainees issue with Xi, but other rights issues may not come up

US President Trump intends to raise the issue of two detained US citizens with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Advocates express concern that broader human rights issues may not be addressed during the meeting. China has warned that discussing human rights and democracy is a sensitive topic that could jeopardize relations.…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Trump receives Xi Jinping at airport as Chinese prez begins 3-day US visit: What's on agenda

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a three-day state visit, receiving a rare airport welcome from US President Donald Trump as the two leaders prepare for talks on trade, technology, artificial intelligence, military ties, Iran, Taiwan, the Russia-Ukraine war and other geopolitical issues.

The Times of India · Sep 23

AI export controls debate rages as Trump, Xi meet

Senate Democrats are using Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s high-profile state visit to Washington this week to press Republicans for votes on export control legislation restricting Beijing’s access to advanced chips used in artificial intelligence technology. The bills in question have bipartisan support, and Republicans agreed to include them in a…

Roll Call · Sep 23

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Xi heads into Trump visit after making China into a global force since 2015

Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit to Washington this week marks a shift in relations

The Independent UK · Sep 23

XI's US State Visit Begins With China's Stark 'Four Red Lines' Message to Trump

China has warned the US against challenging four issues, led by Taiwan, ahead of Xi Jinping's expected meeting with Donald Trump amid disputes over security, human rights, technology and trade.

International Business Times UK · Sep 23

Trump plans grand spectacle for potentially tense Xi talks

US President Donald Trump is preparing to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping for a significant three-day visit. The leaders are expected to discuss ongoing tensions related to trade, technology, and relations with Iran. During their meetings, they may address issues involving Taiwan and arms sales as well. Both sides are…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

US-China AI talks: A two-power bargain that could leave the world with no say

Donald Trump has rejected international regulations on artificial intelligence while preparing for a critical summit with Xi Jinping. Discussions are expected to focus on AI safety and protecting intellectual property rights amidst rising geopolitical tensions. The contrasting approaches of the US and China highlight differing strategies for AI development and…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Rebalancing of trade with China 'existential' for EU, Commissioner Séjourné tells Euronews

The EU Industry Commissioner warned that the EU will consider using punitive trade measures if Beijing does not rebalance the trade deficit, which costs the bloc thousands of jobs every week.

Euronews · Sep 23

Why Iran looms large over Trump-Xi talks in White House

US President Donald Trump is planning to address Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding China's support for Iran. The discussion will follow reports linking Chinese entities to lethal satellite imagery provided to Iran prior to an attack. This attack on US troops in Jordan killed three soldiers and wounded others, marking…

The Times of India · Sep 23

China to test supersonic jet, aims to cut Beijing-Shanghai travel time by 75% for 1,075-km trip

China’s TMS-10 project is moving towards a planned supersonic test as researchers work on technology for quieter passenger aircraft. The demonstrator is designed around Mach 2 flight and a low-boom aerodynamic configuration, while a future 10- to 15-seat aircraft is envisioned. NASA is pursuing a separate low-noise approach through its…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

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The Times of India · Sep 23

From Taiwan to human rights: China warns Trump not to cross 4 ‘red lines’ as Xi heads to US

China’s ambassador to the US has outlined four “red lines” that Beijing expects Washington not to cross ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s three-day state visit to the US, as President Donald Trump prepares to host him amid tensions over Taiwan, human rights and China’s political system.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 23

Trump hosts China's Xi for high-stakes summit ahead of US midterm elections

US President Donald Trump has welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington for a high-stakes state visit, rolling out the red carpet as the two leaders seek to preserve a fragile truce while confronting tensions over trade, Taiwan and Iran. With US midterm elections approaching and Republicans at risk of…

The Conversation · Sep 23

How the US gave up its edge to China in processing vital rare earth minerals – and what that’s costing

Look around you, and you’ll see rare earth elements at work. A phone vibrates because a magnet moves a weight. Its screen was polished with cerium powder. Its connection to the rest of the world crosses oceans on cables amplified with erbium. If you drove today, a rare earth magnet…

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23

What’s on the agenda for the Trump-Xi summit, and what won’t they discuss?

Two leaders could discuss tech safety issues and US-China trade ties but may skip over climate emergency

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The Times of India · Sep 23

Who holds the leverage? Five cards Trump and Xi bring to the table

The anticipated meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping on September 24 serves as a platform to confront escalating tensions. Each leader arrives with their own strategic advantages in the realms of trade and technology, potentially shaping the discussions ahead. The intricate matters concerning Taiwan and rare earth supply chains…

The Times of India · Sep 23

Trump-Xi summit: $14 billion Taiwan arms deal hangs over Washington talks

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to press US President Donald Trump to halt arms sales to Taiwan when the two leaders meet in Washington this week. Sources have informed Reuters that Beijing is likely to invoke a 1982 US-China agreement that commits Washington to gradually reducing weapons sales to…

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Burnham ‘asks Trump to call for Jimmy Lai’s release’ in talks with Xi Jinping

Lai’s incarceration in Hong Kong’s high-security prison has been called a ‘death sentence’

The Guardian - US · Sep 23

AI looms large over Trump-Xi meeting amid deep distrust between US and China

Fears persist about Trump ‘sucking up’ to Xi on Taiwan, but few concrete outcomes anticipated from US meeting

International Business Times UK · Sep 22

China's Djibouti Upgrade Could Give Beijing a Window on US Operations Without Cracking Encryption

New communications facilities at China's Djibouti military base could help the PLA monitor US and allied operations through signal patterns, according to a CSIS analysis of satellite imagery.

Fortune · Sep 22

Beijing and Washington agree to talk about an AI hotline. But who will answer the call?

A hotline might prevent an AI accident from spiraling into war. But if neither the U.S. or China has a solution for "rogue AI," phoning one another about it is not going to provide much security.

International Business Times · Sep 22

Xi Wants Trump To Stop Selling Weapons To Taiwan. He's Expected To Point To A Reagan-Era Agreement.

A $14 billion U.S. weapons package has remained on hold since Trump called it a "negotiating chip" after meeting Xi in May.

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