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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…

The Times of India

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.

International Business Times 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.

The Independent UK

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Boeing could be the biggest winner on Trump's trip to Beijing

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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.

Euronews

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…

The Economic Times

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.

International Business Times UK

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Watch: Silicon Valley in Beijing—should Europe be worried?

Donald Trump has landed in Beijing for a summit that feels less like diplomacy and more like a Silicon Valley board meeting. And he hasn’t just brought officials; he has arrived with an "AI Cabinet" to navigate a high-stakes tech cold war.

Euronews

Xi warns Trump Taiwan issue could push China and US into conflict

China and the United States could enter into “conflict” if Washington mishandles Taiwan, Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his American counterpart Donald Trump during high-stakes talks in Beijing on Thursday.

Radio France Internationale

Xi Jinping’s ominous warning of ‘clashes or even conflict’ with US over Taiwan threatens to overshadow Trump summit

Trump and Xi refuse to answer questions on what was discussed about Taiwan despite being repeatedly pushed by travelling US reporters

The Independent UK

An ancient warning hangs over the Trump-Xi summit bonhomie

Chinese President Xi Jinping invoked the "Thucydides trap" at his summit with US President Donald Trump, highlighting the risk of war between a rising and established superpower. The meeting aimed to manage escalating tensions amid trade disputes, Taiwan's status, and technological rivalry, acknowledging that competition must be controlled to avoid…

The Economic Times

Burner phones, charging risks and 'digital lockdown': How US tech titans navigated Trump’s China trip

US President Donald Trump's team's arrival in Beijing was marked amid a digital lockdown. Accompanied by some of America’s most influential business and technology leaders, even as US officials travelling with the delegation operated under strict cybersecurity precautions.

The Times of India

‘We’re the two superpowers’ – so, where is Europe?

As US President Donald Trump continues a closely-watched visit to Beijing to speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping about trade and security, Europe is anxiously wondering how it will fit into what comes out.

Euronews

Boeing lost China. Trump—and 500 jets—may be about to win it back.

Beijing hasn't ordered planes from Boeing since 2017. That could soon change.

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Euronews

Watch: Key moments from Trump’s first day in Beijing

China welcomed US President Donald Trump to Beijing on Thursday for a closely watched summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as the two powers sought to stabilise relations strained by trade disputes, tensions over Taiwan and the ongoing conflict involving Iran.

The Economic Times

China's view on Elon Musk? Visionary, occasional villain

In a rapidly evolving Chinese market, Elon Musk enjoys admiration and faces competition in equal measure. Tesla's groundbreaking advancements drive local automakers to innovate, but they also push them closer on the competitive front. Added to this complexity is SpaceX's Starlink, stirring unease among Chinese authorities.

Euronews

These are tech titans in Beijing with Trump and what they want from China

A handful of US tech titans are joining President Donald Trump in Beijing for the summit with Xi Jinping. Here’s a look at the ties that each tech company has in China.

The Economic Times

China renews licences for hundreds of US beef exporters amid Trump-Xi summit

China has reinstated export licenses for over 400 U.S. beef processing plants, including those of major players like Tyson Foods and Cargill. This move comes as leaders from both nations convened in Beijing. The renewal follows a significant drop in U.S. beef exports to China last year after numerous plant…

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Business Brief (May 14): Xi, Trump Kick Off Summit in Beijing

China and the U.S. hold trade talks in South Korea, A-shares rally

The Economic Times

US, China could 'clash' if Taiwan issue mishandled: Xi warns Trump

Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a stern warning to US President Donald Trump. He stated that the Taiwan issue is the most critical in China-US relations. Mishandling this matter could lead to a clash between the two powerful nations. President Xi emphasized this during President Trump's visit to Beijing.…

The Independent UK

No ‘big fat hug’ as Xi and Trump stick to protocol at start of crucial summit

Donald Trump did not receive the “big fat hug” from Xi Jinping that he had predicted ahead of his formal welcome ceremony in Beijing on Thursday (14 May).

The Economic Times

US to persuade China to play 'more active role' in resolving Iran war crisis during Trump-Xi talks: Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington wants China to play a bigger role in helping resolve the Iran war crisis during talks between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.

Euronews

Xi says China and US advancement go 'hand-in-hand' as Trump extends invitation to White House

The two leaders attended a banquet following a behind closed doors meeting in which they discussed trade, the Iran war and Taiwan.

The Guardian - UK

Xi warns Trump of ‘clashes and even conflicts’ with US over Taiwan

Trump says China’s president also pledged ‘strongly’ not to send weapons to Iran, after two-hour meeting between the leaders

The Economic Times

US, China will have 'a fantastic future together', Trump tells Xi at Beijing meeting

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump met in Beijing. The leaders engaged in high-level discussions. Topics included trade, Taiwan, and Iran. The meeting featured ceremonial pageantry. Both sides are expected to discuss economic cooperation and potential trade agreements. The visit aims to advance economic outcomes for the…

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