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Trump says no need for China's help on Iran as shippers seek passage through Hormuz

President Donald Trump states no help is needed from China to end the Iran war. He believes the US will win the conflict. Iran is firming its control over the Strait of Hormuz. US and Iran demands to end the war remain far apart. A Chinese supertanker is attempting to…

The Economic Times

Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes Xi summit amid Iran, trade and Taiwan tensions

US President Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for crucial talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders will focus on trade disputes, technology, Taiwan, and Iran. This high-stakes summit aims to manage differences and explore cooperation between the two global powers. Security is heightened across Beijing for the important…

The Economic Times

Trump, Xi to weigh tariff cuts on $30 billion of imports in managed trade push

An exciting trade initiative is on the horizon as America and China collaborate to redefine commerce concerning everyday products. With a proposed reduction of tariffs on goods estimated at 30 billion dollars, the goal is to stimulate trade dynamics while maintaining national security.

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Scepticism and tight security as Trump is welcomed by Xi to Beijing

US’s apparent decline has fuelled growing Chinese nationalism while US president has lost his novelty value

The Guardian - UK

Why did Melania skip Trump's China trip? Her office's one-line answer raises more questions

Melania Trump will not accompany Donald Trump on his upcoming visit to China. This absence has sparked considerable online speculation, especially as she was a visible presence during his 2017 trip. Her office provided a brief confirmation of her non-attendance. The focus of Donald Trump's visit will be on trade…

The Economic Times

The symbolism of venue for Trump-Xi summit – and the tricky question of what they should eat

Details of the US leader’s first summit in China in almost a decade are being carefully curated

The Independent UK

President Trump lands in China ahead of high-stakes meeting with President Xi

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Patience as power: How Beijing turned America's Iran war into a Taiwan strategy

While the US and Israel engaged in conflict with Iran, China quietly leveraged the situation to expand its influence. By positioning itself as a diplomatic alternative and stabilizing energy supplies, Beijing benefited from a weakened American strategic position and growing uncertainty about US reliability among allies.

The Times of India

Donald Trump to meet Xi Jinping in China for high-stakes three-day visit

President Trump embarks on a crucial three-day visit to China, set to engage in high-stakes talks with President Xi Jinping. Discussions will span critical global issues including the Middle East conflict, Taiwan, AI, and nuclear weapons. Business leaders are accompanying Trump, signaling a focus on trade and potential new deals,…

The Times of India

The Dragon and the Dealmaker: Tariff warrior Trump arrives in Beijing as a trade pilgrim

TOI Correspondent from Washington: Americans are holding their breath as US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing on Wednesday, not merely over the outcome of the summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but whether their own mercurial leader might stumble into another unscripted diplomatic or political controversy.

The Times of India

Trump live updates: President doesn’t want ‘to travel 9,500 miles to fight a war’ with China over Taiwan

Trump also cast doubt on whether he will move forward with a weapons package for Taiwan

The Independent UK

What is really driving copper futures to record highs? Copper prices just broke every record as AI data center boom fuels global supply crunch

Copper prices are soaring aggressively in 2026 as copper futures smash record highs above $14,000 per ton and COMEX copper crosses $6.50 per pound. The rally is no longer only about manufacturing demand. AI data center construction is now driving a massive global copper rush. China’s factory recovery, Middle East…

The Economic Times

What do world leaders’ interactions with Xi Jinping reveal about his personality?

Other leaders’ accounts and unscripted moments portray a Chinese president with a quick wit, an unshakeable belief in authoritarianism – and a desperation to control his public image. Maroosha Muzaffar reports

The Independent UK

First Thing: Trump due in China for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping

The Iran war will cast a long shadow over the talks. Plus, the 100 best novels of all time

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Business Brief (May 13): Tencent Wins Conditional Approval for Ximalaya Audio Platform Acquisition

China pilots mandatory labels for short videos as regulators tighten oversight of online content

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Stock Index Futures Gain as Tech Stocks Rebound, U.S. PPI Data and Trump-Xi Summit in Focus

June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.25%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.79% this morning, buoyed by gains in technology stocks, while investors gear up for crucial U.S. producer inflation data and the highly anticipated Trump-Xi summit.

Euronews

Trump called Nvidia's Jensen Huang to join China summit at last minute, report

According to a source, Trump called Huang after seeing media reporting the Nvidia leader's absence from the Trump-Xi summit.

Fortune

CEOs join Trump in China as AI takes priority over trade deals

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The Independent UK

What Donald Trump’s China trip means for the world

Donald Trump is the first US president to visit China in almost ten years.

The Economic Times

China tech giant Tencent sees Q1 profit jump after AI bets

Tencent reported a 21% surge in quarterly net profit, reaching 58.1 billion yuan, driven by significant investments in the booming artificial intelligence sector. The tech giant is actively competing in AI, unveiling model upgrades and reportedly considering investments in startups, despite rising AI costs impacting margins.

The Times of India

The US has lost the reputation war — to Russia and China

A new global survey reveals a significant drop in America's international image under President Trump, now trailing behind Russia and China. Concerns over his foreign policy, tariffs, and military actions have unsettled allies and created global unease. This decline marks the second consecutive year of falling perceptions for the US.

The Economic Times

Alibaba quarterly revenue rises on cloud demand, ecommerce growth

Alibaba's revenue climbed 3% driven by strong cloud and AI growth, with its China e-commerce unit boosted by government subsidies. Despite economic headwinds, the tech giant's enterprise AI platform shows promise. While cloud revenue exceeded expectations, overall revenue slightly missed estimates due to international e-commerce.

Axios

Drills, deals and doubts in the Pacific as Trump visits China

"I think it's clear Trump is looking for some kind of economic detente with China," said Grant Rumley.

The Economic Times

Why are oil prices down and gas rates steady today, and will Brent crude, US WTI futures, Dutch and British natural gas prices rise or decline in near future? Oil dips as markets watch Iran ceasefire, Trump-Xi China summit and Strait of Hormuz risks

Why are oil prices down and gas rates steady today, and will Brent crude, US WTI futures, Dutch and British natural gas prices rise or decline in near future? Oil slipped after a three-day rise while gas stayed stable as markets tracked Iran ceasefire risks and the Trump-Xi China summit.…

Fortune

Encrypted texts reveal how Nvidia chips and U.S. tech are being smuggled to China and Russia

American-made tech components are being illegally smuggled to Russia, Iran, and China and lawmakers fear it could give them a battlefield edge.

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