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Trump says he’s ‘not looking’ for war with China over Taiwan

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The Independent UK · May 16

Trump says he doesn’t want ‘to travel 9,500 miles to fight a war’ with China over Taiwan

In an interview with Fox News’ Bret Baier that aired Friday, the president said that both China and Taiwan should ‘cool it’

The Independent UK · May 16

Pageantry over policy: Takeaways from Trump's China trip

President Trump's state visit to Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping yielded few concrete outcomes on key issues like Iran, trade, and Taiwan. Despite extensive talks and pageantry, the trip saw no breakthrough on Iran sanctions or a significant trade deal, with leaders largely agreeing to disagree on major points.

The Economic Times · May 16

Trump Risks MAGA Split by Backing 500,000 Chinese Students and Farmland Sales to Prevent Collapse

President Trump's proposal to admit 500,000 Chinese scholars to US universities and allow foreign land ownership has sparked backlash from his conservative base, highlighting ideological divisions.

International Business Times UK · May 15

Trump’s lack of focus on human rights in China is big departure for US diplomacy

Change reflects both transformation of US in Trump era and China’s increasing confidence on world stage

The Guardian - UK · May 15

Eric Trump plans to sue MS NOW over report blasting his presence in China: ‘A loving son who adores my father’

Eric Trump’s motives for joining his father on a trip to China this week have been under scrutiny due to his reported ties to a potential Chinese business venture

The Independent UK · May 15

Viral Post Claims Donald Trump Caught On Camera Secretly Snooping Through Xi Jinping's Private Notebook In Beijing

A viral clip purporting to show Donald Trump secretly peeking at Xi Jinping's private notebook in Beijing has ignited a bitter argument on X, though none of the claims about the document can be independently verified.

International Business Times UK · May 15

Trump Dazed Look During China Visit Stuns Viewers and Revives Trump Health Fears and Health Concerns

Viral footage from Trump's China visit shows him dazed and needing Xi's help on stairs, reviving health fears over swelling, bruising and mobility at 79.

International Business Times UK · May 15

After Trump’s China visit, Xi accepts invitation for US state visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit the United States later this year at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. The announcement was made on Friday by China’s top diplomat Wang Yi following talks between Trump and Xi in the Chinese capital. According to the Chinese foreign ministry, Xi will…

The Times of India · May 15

Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq end this week lower as tech stocks slide, Treasury yields and oil prices climb after Trump-Xi China summit disappoints investors - US stock market performance today May 15

Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq today: Wall Street experienced a sell-off on Friday, with major indices like the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones closing lower. Technology stocks led the declines as investors took profits, while rising Treasury yields and inflation concerns added pressure. Disappointment over the Trump-Xi summit…

The Economic Times · May 15