Trump blames Biden for US being a ‘declining nation,’ agreeing ‘100%’ with President Xi IN FULL The Independent UK · May 15
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
Trump ‘not positive’ about getting Jimmy Lai out of Chinese prison IN FULL The Independent UK · May 15
US stocks slide from record highs as oil surges and bond yields jump on Iran war fears The U.S. stock market is falling from its records and joining a worldwide drop for stocks, as higher oil prices send a shiver through the bond market The Independent UK · May 15
Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750 President Donald Trump said aircraft manufacturer Boeing has a deal to sell at least 200 planes to China The Independent UK · May 15
Abortion by Mail Plus: Chinese relations, far-right extremists, Yale discriminated, and more... Reason · May 15
No Melania, no problem? So Trump flew to Beijing with three female aides instead; everyone asking who these women are President Donald Trump is on a high-stakes visit to China, accompanied by three key female aides: Anna Kelly, Natalie Harp, and Margo Martin. While Melania Trump remains in the US, these aides play crucial roles in communications and social media management, often staying out of the spotlight but deeply involved… The Economic Times · 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 demands a ballroom like China in Truth Social tirade from Air Force One after lavish reception in Beijing The president’s post followed a whirlwind three‑day trip, during which he was treated to a grand welcome ceremony and lavish banquet The Independent UK · May 15
Why Are Donald Trump's Hands Covertly Covered In Thick Makeup In China? Chronic Health Concerns Explode Donald Trump's China visit was overshadowed by images of his bruised, make-up-covered hands, reviving debate over his health despite White House assurances he is fit. International Business Times UK · May 15
Men in the mirror: Trump and Xi’s suits put ‘chameleon effect’ to test in Beijing Mirroring of each other’s attire may signal alignment – though the look wasn’t a huge departure for either leader The Guardian - UK · May 15
US set to drop criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani after $18m settlement Reversal comes after Adani hires new legal team led by Robert J Giuffra Jr, one of president Donald Trump's personal lawyers The Independent UK · May 15
Trump Feasts With Xi In Ancient Chinese Palace As White House Staff Eat McDonald's In Car Park Outside Donald Trump's Beijing visit produced one indelible scene: a private palace lunch with Xi Jinping and McDonald's in a car park for the Americans left waiting outside. International Business Times UK · May 15
The Independent UK · May 15 Iran war left in limbo after Trump and Xi fail to agree path to ending conflict at crucial summit Hopes that the US president and his Chinese counterpart would produce a concrete plan to end conflict have been dashed
International Business 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.
The Independent UK · May 15 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang made his own Beijing food tour pit stop while joining Trump’s China visit Huang popped into a famous Michelin-starred noodle restaurant in Beijing
The Independent UK · May 15 Trump told he and Putin are rare visitors to Beijing’s secretive compound Donald Trump appeared to be pleased to join the limited number of world leaders who have been invited into a secretive imperial garden in China.
The Independent UK · May 15 Trump blames Joe Biden as he hits back at President’s Xi dismissal of US as ‘declining nation’ Trump used his Truth Social posts to list the ‘tremendous damage’ he claimed Biden had brought on the U.S., describing himself as ruling over ‘hottest nation anywhere in the world’
Euronews · 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.
The Economic Times · May 15 Bloodbath on K-Street! South Korea's Kospi crashes 6% after world-beating rally to 8,000 South Korea’s Kospi saw a violent reversal after briefly topping 8,000, crashing over 6% as tech stocks plunged and foreign investors dumped shares. Samsung Electronics’ steep fall amid an 18-day strike call intensified the rout, wiping out much of the index’s world-beating 2026 gains and dragging broader Asian markets lower.
The Independent UK · May 15 Trump offers Xi ‘any arrangement’ to secure Jimmy Lai’s freedom Trump said he would raise Lai’s imprisonment and Zion Church pastor Jin Mingri’s arrest during his high-stakes meeting with Xi Jinping
Barchart · May 15 S&P Futures Plunge as Inflation Fears Push Bond Yields Higher June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are trending down -0.95% this morning as a jump in oil prices drove Treasury yields higher, abruptly halting the AI-fueled equity rally.
International Business Times UK · May 15 Trump Praises Physical Appearance of Xi Jinping, Claims Chinese Leader is Perfect for a Hollywood Movie Role During a Beijing summit, Trump described Xi Jinping as 'central casting' for a Hollywood role, highlighting his height. The comment drew attention away from the summit's diplomatic discussions.