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Joe Biden
Democratic politician Joe Biden became the 46th president of the United States of America on January 20, 2021, beating out then-president Donald Trump. He attempted to fend off a Trump challenge in the 2024 election, but stepped down after a disastrous debate performance that left many questioning his mental acuity. He was succeeded in the fight by his VP, Kamala Harris, who lost to Trump. Biden had previously served as the 47th vice-president of the United States under Barack Obama from 2009 to 2017, and was a United States Senator for Delaware from 1973 to 2009.
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Todd Blanche has been sworn in as US attorney general. Photo: EPA
United States

Todd Blanche is sworn in as attorney general after bruising confirmation fight

Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, was sworn in after the Senate voted narrowly in favour of his confirmation on Saturday.

Cancer

Joe Biden’s prostate cancer is spreading and causing him pain, son Hunter says

United States

US Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress

US-China trade war

Strong as steel: Trump tariffs spark a US production increase

US steel production rose 7 per cent year on year through July, with the country rising to be the world’s third-largest producer in 2025.

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Pacific Steel Group’s Mojave Micro Mill in the US is shown under construction in the California desert. Photo: Handout
China-Africa relations

How China’s US$900 million port deal in Angola shows its lead on US interests

As Washington eyes the nation’s critical minerals and invests in a strategic rail project, Beijing leads in strengthening its supply chain.

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United States

US State Department to close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia: sources

The State Department did not confirm the closures but said it was focused on ensuring that America’s diplomatic footprint was efficient.

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United States

Jay Clayton sworn in as US spy chief

Former prosecutor takes helm of 18 intelligence agencies, succeeding Tulsi Gabbard.

Jay Clayton, the newly appointed US director of national intelligence. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

Fauci refuses to answer questions at US Senate hearing on Covid-19 origins

Republicans press former health official over Wuhan research funding as Democrats accuse committee of pursuing political vendetta.

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US-China relations

Pentagon official hails ‘stronger’ military ties with PLA at anniversary event

Speaking at the Chinese embassy, US deputy assistant defence secretary Alvaro Smith says ‘clear, steady progress’ is being made.

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United States

US Senate confirms Trump’s new spy chief

No Democrats voted for Jay Clayton’s nomination after he refused to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election.

Jay Clayton will oversee ‌the 18 US intelligence agencies. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

Trump administration urges US Supreme Court to allow order targeting mail-in voting

Justice Department wants to clear way for controversial election changes ahead of the midterm elections.

US President Donald Trump at the General Motors Milford Proving Ground in Milford, Michigan on Monday. Photo: Reuters
Americas and the Caribbean

Pardoned by Trump, ex-president Hernandez returns to Honduras

Former leader thanks the US president and hints at political comeback as local fraud case looms.

US-China relations

Editorial | Wang-Rubio meeting after Trump remarks shows guard rail is up and working

Not even Trump’s inflammatory accusations of Chinese election interference have derailed the relationship.

US-China relations

Why Trump’s claim that Beijing meddled in US election hasn’t put ties on ice

Leaders’ commitment to stability holds as China likely views his remarks as domestic political theatre, analysts say.

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Escalating every unfriendly remark into a diplomatic confrontation would be “inappropriate and unnecessary”, one observer said. Photo: Reuters
2026 Xi-Trump summits

What is Beijing thinking? Why Washington is struggling to understand its rival

Language is important in US-China diplomacy, but funding cuts and dwindling student exchanges have left a ‘major gap’ in capabilities.

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Middle East

Trump approves Saudi nuclear deal that could allow uranium enrichment, AP sources say

Deal is expected to last 30 years, with US firms helping the kingdom develop a civil nuclear industry.

US-China relations

Many allegations, little evidence: unpacking China election-interference records

Declassified US intelligence files showing millions of Americans’ voter information do not back Trump’s claims Beijing hacked 2020 election.

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US-China relations

China rejects Trump’s election meddling claims as ‘fabricated’ and ‘slanderous’

The US president has been making similar accusations for years, claiming China wanted him to lose against his Democratic rivals.

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President Donald Trump has been claiming since 2018 that China meddles in US elections. Photo: EPA
US-China relations

Trump intel pick to play ‘helpful’ role in agreeing economic strategy with China

Jay Clayton says US can still work together ‘on the world stage economically’ with Beijing despite the geopolitical challenges they face.

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US-China relations

Renewed US-China AI dialogue serves US security interests: former officials

Ex-officials say AI safety talks offer Washington valuable insight into Beijing’s advances, risks and vulnerabilities.

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Donald Trump

Trump White House getting new helipad for more powerful Marine One helicopter

The granite helipad project marks Donald Trump’s latest move to reshape the executive mansion.

US President Donald Trump steps onto the South Lawn of the White House after arriving on Marine One in May. Photo: EPA
US-China relations

China’s Xi Jinping sets new precedent with July 4 message for Trump and US

Beijing does not usually publicise presidential messages to Washington on Independence Day.

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Fireworks conclude the Salute to America Semiquincentennial celebration in Washington on Sunday. Photo: EPA
US-China relations

US and China urged to address military AI as global rules stall

UN think tank chief calls for pragmatic dialogue on AI warfare amid ‘dangerous’ security environment.

Donald Trump

Author of US ‘torture memos’ to advise team probing alleged anti-Trump conspiracy

John Yoo confirms role advising prosecutors related to Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign and Russia.

United States

US Supreme Court boosts Trump’s power to fire officials, but Fed’s Cook keeps job

Justices let Trump fire agency heads, a dramatic expansion of his presidential power.

A person wears a MAGA (Make America Great Again) visor outside the U.S. Supreme Court, on the day justices have issued orders, in Washington, D.C., U.S., June 29, 2026. REUTERS/Cheney Orr TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
United States

Trump opens 250th US birthday party with a campaign-style rally

The US president put himself and his policies at the centre of the opening event on the National Mall in Washington.

US President Donald Trump doing his usual dance. Photo: Reuters
Taiwan

Does Lithuania’s Taiwan pause signal a wider European shift towards pragmatism?

Analysts say economic pressures could force the Baltic nation to recalibrate relations with Beijing.

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China-India relations

Will US-India tensions hurt Quad’s critical mineral ambitions?

Washington-New Delhi strains test bloc’s cohesion, but concerns over Beijing may keep critical minerals plans on track.

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