What was actually achieved at Trump and Xi’s ‘stalemate summit’ in Beijing? US president has said he and Chinese leader ‘settled a lot of different problems’ but has given little detail on solutions The Guardian - UK · May 15
First Thing: China trip winds down but Trump-Xi Iran accord remains elusive US president offers no news of any breakthrough on Iran. Plus, how renters’ rights could be key issue in midterms The Guardian - UK · May 15
Agricultural trade, jet deals, Taiwan tensions: What are the big takeaways as Trump jets out of Beijing after Xi talks? President Donald Trump concluded a visit to Beijing with trade deals. China will buy billions in US soybeans and 200 Boeing aircraft. Discussions also touched upon Taiwan and US sanctions on Chinese refiners. Trump will decide on easing these sanctions soon. The visit aimed to boost US manufacturing and jobs. The Economic Times · May 15
Trump, Xi Wrap Up Beijing Summit With Few Breakthroughs As Iran War Overshadows Trade Talks Trump described the summit as productive and said the two governments had made progress on trade and security discussions. Xi, meanwhile, used the visit to present China as a central diplomatic power. International Business Times · May 15
Underwhelming summit outcome in China brings Trump back to reality After raising high expectations ahead of his trip to Beijing, the U.S president leaves with little to show for it, disappointing investors. On key flashpoints such as Iran and Taiwan, China didn't give any ground. Euronews · May 15
Is Donald Trump's China visit a victory for U.S or Iran gets upper hand on Strait of Hormuz? White House called the leaders' shared desire to reopen the Strait of Hormuz off Iran, through which a fifth of global oil and gas once flowed. The Economic Times · May 15
Kremlin's WW3 Threat: Russia Warns US Support For Taiwan Will Trigger World War III The Kremlin warns that US support for Taiwan could lead to World War III, amid rising tensions with China. Moscow's ultimatum underscores the potential for global conflict International Business Times UK · May 15
Xi-Trump summit: reset for US-Chinese relations but tension over Taiwan remains The initial top line emerging from the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing was that while the two leaders had talked trade, technology and the US war in Iran, the most potentially hazardous issue was Taiwan. The Chinese foreign ministry reported that the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, told the US president, Donald… The Conversation · May 15
After an opaque summit, China and the US want to work together again. That might not be good news for the world Back in 2005, US economist Fred Bergsten coined the term “Group of 2” or “G2”, proposing a stronger partnership between what are now the world’s two largest economies – the United States and China. The Conversation · May 15
Why is Taiwan the elephant in every room between US and China? US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Taiwan remains the most crucial issue for China. The island's self-governance and its dominance in global chip manufacturing create significant geopolitical tension. Any conflict could disrupt world technology. The US maintains a policy of strategic ambiguity regarding Taiwan's security. The Economic Times · May 15
Trump hails 'fantastic trade deals' made during talks with China's Xi President Donald Trump announced he had made "fantastic trade deals" with China's President Xi Jinping, as the pair met on Friday for the final talks of a superpower summit that the US leader said had also secured a Chinese offer to help open the Strait of Hormuz. Radio France Internationale · May 15
The Latest: Trump wraps up China visit and holds private meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping U.S. President Donald Trump wraps up his visit to Beijing with a private meeting at Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s official residence before he departs for Washington The Independent UK · May 15
Trump says made 'fantastic trade deals' with Xi President Donald Trump met with President Xi Jinping in Beijing. They discussed significant trade agreements beneficial to both nations. China offered assistance regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Discussions also touched upon artificial intelligence and oil purchases. The leaders addressed geopolitical flashpoints like Taiwan, aiming to manage differences. The Economic Times · May 15
Trump and Xi wrap up summit claiming progress in stabilising ties but differences remain The two leaders met on Friday at final talks of the superpower summit, which the US president said "settled a lot of different problems". Xi described Trump's visit as a "milestone visit". Euronews · May 15
The Times of India · May 15 ‘Xi would also like to see the Hormuz Strait open’: Donald Trump on US-China talks US President Trump revealed Chinese President Xi Jinping desires the Strait of Hormuz reopened to stabilize global energy markets. Both leaders reportedly agreed on the necessity of this crucial shipping route's resumption. Discussions also touched upon potential increased Chinese purchases of American oil and agricultural products, alongside ongoing tensions regarding…
The Guardian - AU · May 15 What is the Thucydides Trap and why did Xi Jinping mention it in his meeting with Donald Trump? China’s leader raised the ancient Greek historian Thucydides when he met the US president in Beijing
The Economic Times · May 15 Donald Trump says China wants to buy oil, soybeans from US President Trump announced China's intent to purchase US oil and soybeans following his meeting with Xi Jinping. Discussions also covered Visa's market access, trade deals, and regional security, including Iran and Taiwan. Trump described Xi as a direct and business-focused leader.
The Guardian - US · May 15 Trump news at a glance: a warm welcome and a cold warning as US president visits China China keen to put Taiwan at the top of agenda that risks being overshadowed by US-Israel war on Iran and disagreements over trade – key US politics stories from Thursday, 14 May at a glance
The Economic Times · May 15 Trump and Xi set for second day of talks after Taiwan warning President Donald Trump concluded his state visit to China. He met with President Xi Jinping. The visit featured business deals and discussions. President Xi issued a strong warning regarding Taiwan. Trump expressed hope for a stronger relationship. China agreed to purchase Boeing jets. Discussions also covered Iran and trade.
The Guardian - US · May 14 Colorado governor commuted Tina Peters’ sentence after Trump blocked funding for clean water project, Lauren Boebert claims – as it happened This live blog is now closed.
International Business Times UK · May 14 President Xi's 'Declining Nation' Dig Was Meant For Biden, Not Me, Trump Claims Donald Trump claims Xi Jinping's 'declining nation' comment targeted Joe Biden, not his administration, during a summit focused on US-China relations and Taiwan tensions.
International Business Times UK · May 14 Visibly Rattled Trump Refuses Questions After High-Stakes Xi Jinping Meeting Sparks Panic President Trump appeared uneasy after a tense meeting with China's Xi Jinping, avoiding questions about Taiwan and sparking speculation about US-China relations.
The Mary Sue · May 14 Trump promised a ‘Golden Dome’ to stop missiles. Now, experts say it’s a $1.2tn gift to defense contractors with a fatal weakness Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile defense system is shaping up to be one of the most expensive military projects in U.S. history and experts say it might not even work when it matters most. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimated the system will cost a staggering $1.2 trillion over…
International Business Times UK · May 14 Donald Trump Uncharacteristically Shuts Down After a Tense 2-Hour Meeting with Xi Jinping: Report Donald Trump appeared unusually restrained during his visit to Beijing, where discussions with Xi Jinping prominently featured Taiwan, highlighting tensions in US-China relations.
The Times of India · May 14 The art of the kneel: China hands Donald Trump a reality check about its rise TOI correspondent from Washington: If symbolism is the first language of diplomacy, then US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing this week amounted to a geopolitical translation of a changing world order: a confident, ascendant China speaking as an equal — if not superior — power to an American president…