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Donald John Trump, born June 14, 1946, became the 45th president of the United States in 2017, after he defeated Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in the general election of 2016. His unpredictable tenure saw the beginning of a trade war between the US and China. The trade war persisted after he left office following a 2020 defeat to Joe Biden. In 2024 he mounted a third campaign, defeating Biden's then-VP, Kamala Harris, to earn a second term as president.
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14 Jun 1946
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45th President of the United States of America
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European Union

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

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US, Israel war on Iran

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US President Donald Trump speaks at an event at the White House on Thursday. Photo: AP
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United States

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President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump in Beijing on May 15. Photo: AFP
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un (left) and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang in 2019. Photo: AFP
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Donald Trump Jnr takes part in the announcement of Trump Mobile in New York in June 2025. Photo: AP
US-China trade war

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Ukraine war

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