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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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US President Donald Trump points his finger to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands at Mar-a-Lago in December 2025. Photo: Reuters
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Top diplomat said dialogue was essential to prevent tensions over Taiwan, trade and security from escalating into a broader conflict.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told senators that the US and China had “no choice” but to maintain dialogue. Photo: Getty Images
Gun violence in the US

Trump to attend press gala dinner rescheduled in wake of shooting incident

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner will see increased security after it was interrupted by a gunman storming a security checkpoint.

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Trump ally with no known experience made new US acting intelligence chief

The close ally with no known intelligence experience will oversee 18 US agencies while keeping his current role regulating mortgage market.

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United States

US proposes 25% tariff to punish Brazil over trade practices

The measures cover areas such as electronic payment services, preferential tariffs, intellectual property protection and the ethanol market.

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US’ Cuba-China fears, Panama pressure: Latin America relations reads

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China trade

Australian beef will soon be hit by 55% tariff in China, ministry says

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Farmers look at cattle at a weekly livestock sale in New South Wales, Australia. China is a major export market for Australian beef producers. Photo: AFP
Trending in China

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Cambodia

Cambodia starts UN-backed process for maritime dispute with Thailand

The dispute relates to sea space in the Gulf of ‌Thailand that holds trillions of cubic feet of natural gas and large quantities of oil.

Nordic nations

Denmark’s prime minister secures third term after marathon talks

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Mette Frederiksen has secured a third term as Denmark’s prime minister. Photo: Ritzau Scanpix/via Reuters
United States

Senators blast Trump over export of AI chips to overseas units of Chinese firms

Elizabeth Warren called on the commerce secretary to testify on the issue amid concerns over fuelling China’s military capabilities.

Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts. Photo: Reuters
China-Latin America relations

China urges Brazil to jointly repel ‘external challenges’ as ties deepen

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US Politics

Trump’s US$1.8 billion ‘weaponisation’ fund on hold amid Republican revolt

Senate Republicans opposed the fund, citing concerns over taxpayer-funded payouts to January 6 participants.

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Brazil

US targeting of drug gangs seen as attempt to shake up Brazil’s election

Analysts say Trump’s designation of PCC and Red Command is a political boost for Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of October vote.

Brazilian security forces regularly conduct large operations against the criminal groups, which often turn violent. Photo: EPA
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Court blocks US military removing transgender troops for now

Appeals court shields current service members from discharge while leaving wider enlisting restrictions in place.

US-China relations

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Officials discussed ways to avoid misunderstandings and miscalculations during encounters between their forces.

US, Israel war on Iran

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Israeli leader vows to continue operations in southern Lebanon despite the US president claiming ‘no Troops going to Beirut’.

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An Israeli airstrike on the outskirts of Tyre in southern Lebanon on Monday. Photo: AFP
Gun violence in the US

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Charlie Kirk, moments before he was shot at Utah Valley University in September. Photo: The Deseret News via AP
US-China relations

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2026 Xi-Trump summit

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US-China relations

Opinion | Trump has buried liberal world order but what comes next could be better

The US and China have an opportunity to move beyond ideological confrontation towards coexistence, strategic stability and managed competition.

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2026 Xi-Trump summit

No need for ‘AI Iron Curtain’, China’s Communist Party mouthpiece says

People’s Daily says China and US should work together to advance the development and governance of artificial intelligence.

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Humanoid robots manufactured by Unitree Robotics dance on the opening day of Asia’s first embodied intelligence experience store in Shanghai on Sunday. Photo: AFP
Taiwan

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US, Israel war on Iran

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However, experts caution that the country’s economic instability and enduring regional rivalries have capped its gains.

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