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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 Independent UK

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.

Euronews

'US, China should be partners not rivals': Key takeaways from Trump and Xi's much-watched summit

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Great Hall of the People, striking a warm and optimistic tone. Both leaders emphasized cooperation over confrontation, despite existing tensions. Trump praised the reception and Xi's leadership, while Xi framed the meeting as a defining moment for global…

The Times of India

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A proper Trump-Xi summit would deal with nukes

Nuclear weapons may not dominate discussions between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, but analysts argue the issue is becoming increasingly urgent as China rapidly expands and modernises its atomic arsenal.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war latest: Rubio warns president Trump won’t be pressured into ‘bad deal’ as Israel and Lebanon trade blows

‘We’re not going to let Iran use that [the US economy] as leverage,’ Rubio insisted

The Independent 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 Guardian - UK

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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Oil Price Today (May 14): Crude oil above $105 per barrel. Here’s why Trump-Xi meeting is important for Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices edged higher as investors awaited talks between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, focusing on economic gains and geopolitical issues like the Iran war. Despite concerns over interest rate hikes, crude futures saw slight increases, with analysts warning of potential price surges if the Strait of…

The Economic Times

Dollar boosted by rate expectations, safe-haven flows as Trump, Xi meet

The US dollar strengthened on Thursday. Higher Treasury yields and safe-haven demand boosted the currency. Investors anticipate Federal Reserve rate hikes this year. A meeting between US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping in Beijing is a key focus. The offshore yuan held near a three-year high. Inflation data…

The Economic Times

Gold edges up on weaker dollar ahead of Trump-Xi talks

Gold prices saw a slight increase on Thursday, influenced by a weakening dollar as investors closely watched the high-stakes meetings between U.S. President Trump and China's Xi Jinping. Meanwhile, U.S. producer prices surged, signaling accelerating inflation, while gold discounts in India reached a record high amid weak demand.

The Economic Times

Love, quest, adventure: the storytelling behind Xi Jinping’s speeches and China’s grand strategy

For many in the West, China still feels hard to fully understand. Public debate and media coverage too often focus on the “China threat”. Critics highlight the flaws of China’s political system and limits on freedom, yet China has still managed to rise as a major power that can now…

The Conversation

Global Market Today: Asian stocks, US futures climb on tech optimism

Asian stocks advanced, mirroring Wall Street's record highs driven by a tech surge and strong corporate earnings. Investors are closely watching the US-China summit and geopolitical developments in Iran, while inflation concerns fuel bets on Federal Reserve rate hikes next year.

The Economic Times

Oil edges up ahead of Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing

Oil prices saw a slight increase as investors awaited the meeting between U.S. President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, with the Iran war a key focus. Despite U.S. sanctions, China remains a major buyer of Iranian oil, complicating efforts to resolve the conflict.

The Economic Times

Trump wants China's help on Iran. Beijing may have other ideas

President Trump will ask President Xi for help with the Iran conflict. China is unlikely to fully comply, preferring to maintain its economic and military ties with Iran. The US has limited options to pressure China, as sanctions could lead to costly retaliation. Both nations face complex geopolitical and economic…

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Trump, Xi set for Beijing talks with trade truce, Iran war at stake

President Donald Trump is in Beijing for crucial talks with China's Xi Jinping. The meetings aim to boost economic ties and maintain a trade truce. Discussions will also cover the Iran war and arms sales to Taiwan. Trump seeks to open China to U.S. business. Both leaders are keen to…

The Guardian - US

‘Stone-cold racism’: Newsom condemns GOP redistricting efforts; Louisiana approves plan to erase majority-Black district – as it happened

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The Independent UK

Marco Rubio says US-China relationship is ‘most important’ to manage

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Evening Standard

Refusal by allies to back US in war against Iran ‘unconscionable’, says Hegseth

The White House has singled out the UK for criticism in the past over its reluctance to be drawn into the Middle East conflict

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‘Sledgehammer’: The U.S. is considering renaming the Iran war to reset the congressional clock, and Trump is already meeting with generals

Round 2 seems imminent.

International Business Times UK

Trump Lands In China: Mystery Blonde Aide Joins President As Melania Stays Home

Natalie Harp, Trump's executive assistant, plays a pivotal role during his China visit, raising eyebrows with her influence and causing internal tensions within the White House.

The Independent UK

CBS News anchor Tony Dokoupil failed to get a Chinese visa and will be covering Trump’s trip from over 1,000 miles away

Dokoupil will instead broadcast the CBS Evening News from Taipei, the capital of Taiwan

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Trump’s visit to China off to bad start with a snub from Jinping but MAGA is trying to spin it as another win

Xi Jinping didn't make the effort with Donald Trump but MAGA would rather we didn't talk about it.

Euronews

Trump arrives in Bejing for crucial summit, welcomed by Vice President Han

The US president said he will be talking to his Chinese counterpart about trade “more than anything else.”

Radio France Internationale

Will Trump's Beijing visit mark another reset in the history of US-China relations?

This week's summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing underscores how far US-China relations have shifted since Richard Nixon’s landmark 1972 meeting with Mao Zedong, when Cold War pragmatism drew two rivals together against a common Soviet threat – a stark contrast to today’s…

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S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 Post New Record Highs on Chip Stock Strength

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Wednesday closed up +0.58%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed down -0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.04%. June E-mini S&P futures (ESM26 ) rose +0.62%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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