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US-China trade talks: Is a thaw on the cards after Trump-Xi call?
A new round of talks aimed at resolving trade tensions between the US and China take place in London.
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It’s early days, but the warning signs are flashing red for the US.
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Philippine officials say a mission visited Sandy Cay Reef in disputed South China Sea and unfurled the national flag.
Chinese leader’s remarks come amid renewed hopes of a trade deal between Washington and Beijing.
China is a far bigger trading partner than the US for most countries. That limits what Trump can demand, experts say.
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US President Donald Trump says ball is in China’s court, but analysts say Beijing is prepared to withstand trade war.
Xi’s visit to Malaysia is part of a regional diplomatic charm tour amid stinging US tariffs.
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Malaysia is second stop in Southeast Asia amid Trump tariffs and US trade war.
These are the updates for Tuesday, April 15, 2025 as Joe Biden defends Social Security and Donald Trump attacks Harvard.
China is the second largest holder of US debt and could, theoretically, dump it to devalue the dollar.
Trump administration officials have also repeated they are not responsible for returning Kilmar Abrego Garcia to the US.
