Meanwhile, the last few days of U.S. President Joe Biden seemed to be fading away with little or no fanfare, as president-elect Donald Trump's actions took center stage. On Thursday, Biden, along with his wife, First Lady Jill Biden, arrived in the U.S. Virgin Islands for their New Year's break.

Biden's last days in office are fading away with little attention

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US President-elect Donald Trump has reignited the death penalty debate. Set to take office in January next year, Trump has vowed to direct his Justice Department to vigorously pursue federal capital punishment. Watch in for more details!

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Outgoing US President Joe Biden and vice president Kamala Harris reflected on their legacy at the national democratic committee's holiday reception in Washington, D.C. Watch in for more details!



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In anticipation of a potential trade war between the US and China, President Xi Jinping has shown a new arsenal of measures in response to any trade threat. 
 
China showcased a new range of measures it is ready to employ if Trump follows through on his promise to impose tariffs on the world's second-largest economy. Beijing gave the world a sneak peek into its trade war objectives. 
 
This came after the Biden administration restricted China's access to critical components for artificial intelligence (AI) chips earlier this month. Xi restricted the shipment of many rare minerals with military uses and began an investigation into Nvidia days after the bans. 
 
Important parts required to construct drones have also seen reduced Chinese shipments to the United States and Europe. Beijing mimicked the actions of the us and EU by expanding its export control regime to cover all businesses. Not just those in China but also banning businesses outside its border from the sale of certain items to the US.

The retaliation seems to be carefully timed so it could scare the US without causing a rift in the already delicate bilateral relationship, this was done to avoid any significant economic impact on China. After previous restrictions, exports of the impacted metals to the United States essentially dried this year. 
 
Chinese businesses are already making moves to source chips domestically, so most of the swipes appeared to be symbolic.

Christopher Beddor, deputy China research director at Gavekal Dragonomics in Hong Kong, said, "The Chinese government is essentially creating bargaining chips against the US, especially with the anti-trust probe of Nvidia," 
 
Beddor added, "It doesn't mean they're going use those chips just yet, but they're preparing for negotiations."

(With inputs from the agencies)

In anticipation of a potential trade war between the US and China, President Xi Jinping has shown a new arsenal of measures in response to any trade threat. China showcased a new range of measures it is ready to employ if Trump follows through on his promise to impose tariffs on the world's second-largest economy.

In anticipation of a potential trade war between the US and China, President Xi Jinping has shown a new arsenal of measures in response to any trade threat. China showcased a new range of measures it is ready to employ if Trump follows through on his promise to impose tariffs on the world's second-largest economy. Beijing gave the world a sneak peek into its trade war objectives. This came after the Biden administration restricted China's access to critical components for artificial intelligence (AI) chips earlier this month. Xi restricted the shipment of many rare minerals with military uses and began an investigation into Nvidia days after the bans. Important parts required to construct drones have also seen reduced Chinese shipments to the United States and Europe. Beijing mimicked the actions of the us and EU by expanding its export control regime to cover all businesses. Not just those in China but also banning businesses outside its border from the sale of certain items to the US. The retaliation seems to be carefully timed so it could scare the US without causing a rift in the already delicate bilateral relationship, this was done to avoid any significant economic impact on China. After previous restrictions, exports of the impacted metals to the United States essentially dried this year. Chinese businesses are already making moves to source chips domestically, so most of the swipes appeared to be symbolic. Christopher Beddor, deputy China research director at Gavekal Dragonomics in Hong Kong, said, "The Chinese government is essentially creating bargaining chips against the US, especially with the anti-trust probe of Nvidia," Beddor added, "It doesn't mean they're going use those chips just yet, but they're preparing for negotiations." (With inputs from the agencies)

China gets a head start on a looming trade war with the US

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Dec 8) hailed the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, calling the political upheaval a "fundamental act of justice."

He also said that Assad's fall was a moment of historic opportunity for the Syrian people to rebuild their country.

"After 13 years of civil war in Syria, more than half a century of brutal authoritarian rule by Basher Assad, his father before him, rebel forces have forced Assad to resign his office and flee the country," Biden said.

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The US president further warned that Washington would remain vigilant that there is no emergence of any terror group.

"We will engage with all Syrian groups to establish a transition away from the Assad regime toward independent, sovereign Syria with a new constitution, a new government that serves all Syrians. This process will be determined by the Syrian people themselves and the United States will do whatever we can to support them including through humanitarian relief to help restore Syria after more than a decade of war and generations of brutality by the Assad family and finally, we will remain vigilant to make no mistake.

"Some of the rebel groups that took down Assad have their own grim record of terrorism and human rights abuses. We've taken note of statements by the leaders of these rebel groups in recent days and they're saying the right things now but as they take on greater responsibility, we will assess not just their words but their actions," the US president said.

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He also acknowledged that the latest development in the country brings along "uncertainty and risk", vowing that his country would work with its partners to aid into its smooth transition.

"It's also a moment of risk and uncertainty as we all turn to the question of what comes next. The United States will work with our partners and the stakeholders in Syria to help them seize an opportunity to manage the risk," Biden said.

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United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Dec 8) hailed the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, calling the political upheaval a "fundamental act of justice.

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Dec 8) hailed the collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, calling the political upheaval a "fundamental act of justice." He also said that Assad's fall was a moment of historic opportunity for the Syrian people to rebuild their country. "After 13 years of civil war in Syria, more than half a century of brutal authoritarian rule by Basher Assad, his father before him, rebel forces have forced Assad to resign his office and flee the country," Biden said. At long last, the Assad regime has fallen. The fall of this regime is a fundamental act of justice. It is a moment of historic opportunity for the long-suffering people of Syria to build a better future for their country. It is also a moment of risk and uncertainty. — President Biden (@POTUS) December 8, 2024 × "At long last, the Assad regime has fallen, this regime brutalised and tortured and killed hundreds of thousands of innocent Syrians. The fall of the regime is a fundamental act of justice, it's a moment of historic opportunity for the long-suffering people of Syria to build a better future for their proud country," he added. New opportunities are now opening up for the people of Syria and for the entire region. Looking ahead, the United States will do the following. First, we will engage with Syrian groups – including within the process led by the United Nations – to establish the transition away… — President Biden (@POTUS) December 9, 2024 × Also read: UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting to discuss situation in Syria The US president further warned that Washington would remain vigilant that there is no emergence of any terror group. "We will engage with all Syrian groups to establish a transition away from the Assad regime toward independent, sovereign Syria with a new constitution, a new government that serves all Syrians. This process will be determined by the Syrian people themselves and the United States will do whatever we can to support them including through humanitarian relief to help restore Syria after more than a decade of war and generations of brutality by the Assad family and finally, we will remain vigilant to make no mistake. "Some of the rebel groups that took down Assad have their own grim record of terrorism and human rights abuses. We've taken note of statements by the leaders of these rebel groups in recent days and they're saying the right things now but as they take on greater responsibility, we will assess not just their words but their actions," the US president said. This is the best opportunity in generations for Syrians to forge their own future – free of opposition. It’s also an opportunity for a more secure and prosperous Middle East – where our friends are safe and our enemies are contained. — President Biden (@POTUS) December 9, 2024 × He also acknowledged that the latest development in the country brings along "uncertainty and risk", vowing that his country would work with its partners to aid into its smooth transition. "It's also a moment of risk and uncertainty as we all turn to the question of what comes next. The United States will work with our partners and the stakeholders in Syria to help them seize an opportunity to manage the risk," Biden said. (With inputs from agencies)

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United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden opened their last holiday season at the White House with the annual tradition of turkey pardons and accepting the Christmas tree. Biden also hosted “friendsgiving” in New York City.

“Based on their temperament and commitment to being productive members of society, I hereby pardon Peach and Blossom,” Biden said during the turkey pardoning ceremony on the White House South Lawn.

The two turkeys arrived in Washington from southern Minnesota over the weekend and were trained for the crowds, bright light, and loud sound for the ceremony.

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Biden addressed the guests and joked about the birds as he is approaching the end of his term as the US president with&nbsp;power getting transferred to President-elect Donald Trump.

“It’s been the honour of my life. I’m forever grateful,” Biden said.

Biden then talked about the turkeys, Peach who “lives by the motto, ‘Keep calm and gobble on’” while Blossom has a different motto of “No fowl play. Just Minnesota nice.”

The first lady accepted the official Christmas tree that will be decorated and showcased in the Blue Room of the White House. The Fraser fir tree is 18.5 feet tall and arrived from western North Carolina, where the monster Hurricane Helene caused destruction. While thousands of trees were lost due to the storm, “but this one remained standing and they named it ‘Tremendous’ for the extraordinary hope that it represents,” Jill Biden said.

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The President and the first lady also hosted “friendsgiving” at the US Coast Guard Sector New York on Staten Island for the members of the US Coast Guard and their families.

“Simply put, we owe you. We owe your families,” Biden said, appreciating their service and sacrifice. “Thank you, thank you, thank you.”

“With all my heart, thank you for your service and your sacrifice,” Jill said at the event, addressing the military families.

The menu at the event was catered by celebrity chef Robert Irvine, where the guests were served turkey, ham, side dishes and desserts.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden opened their last holiday season at the White House with the annual tradition of turkey pardons and accepting the Christmas tree.

United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden opened their last holiday season at the White House with the annual tradition of turkey pardons and accepting the Christmas tree. Biden also hosted “friendsgiving” in New York City. “Based on their temperament and commitment to being productive members of society, I hereby pardon Peach and Blossom,” Biden said during the turkey pardoning ceremony on the White House South Lawn. The two turkeys arrived in Washington from southern Minnesota over the weekend and were trained for the crowds, bright light, and loud sound for the ceremony. Also read | US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill to attend Trump inauguration: White House Biden addressed the guests and joked about the birds as he is approaching the end of his term as the US president with power getting transferred to President-elect Donald Trump. “It’s been the honour of my life. I’m forever grateful,” Biden said. Biden then talked about the turkeys, Peach who “lives by the motto, ‘Keep calm and gobble on’” while Blossom has a different motto of “No fowl play. Just Minnesota nice.” The first lady accepted the official Christmas tree that will be decorated and showcased in the Blue Room of the White House. The Fraser fir tree is 18.5 feet tall and arrived from western North Carolina, where the monster Hurricane Helene caused destruction. While thousands of trees were lost due to the storm, “but this one remained standing and they named it ‘Tremendous’ for the extraordinary hope that it represents,” Jill Biden said. Also read | Biden hosts farewell dinner for donors at White House; people debate 'love fest' or 'losers party' The President and the first lady also hosted “friendsgiving” at the US Coast Guard Sector New York on Staten Island for the members of the US Coast Guard and their families. “Simply put, we owe you. We owe your families,” Biden said, appreciating their service and sacrifice. “Thank you, thank you, thank you.” “With all my heart, thank you for your service and your sacrifice,” Jill said at the event, addressing the military families. The menu at the event was catered by celebrity chef Robert Irvine, where the guests were served turkey, ham, side dishes and desserts. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden opens last holiday season at the White House with turkey pardons, Christmas tree

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that Ukraine's use of ATACMS missiles marks an escalation by the West in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Lavrov criticized the U.S. for supplying the long-range missiles, warning that it could further intensify the conflict. The missile strikes are seen as a significant step in Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian forces.

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US President Joe Biden began an historic trip to the Amazon rainforest on Sunday to promote his record on fighting climate change amid fears that President-elect Donald Trump will roll back his green policies.

Biden landed in the Brazilian city of Manaus, in the heart of the world's largest jungle, on the last leg of a valedictory South American before handing the keys of the White House to Trump in January.

The 81-year-old, the first sitting US president to visit the Amazon, will fly over the rainforest by helicopter, visit a museum and meet Indigenous and local leaders working to protect the Amazon.

From Manaus, he will continue on to Rio de Janeiro for a G20 summit starting Monday.

Ahead of his Amazon visit, the White House announced that the US had hit its target of increasing bilateral climate financing to $11 billion a year.

It said that the figure reached this year was six times what the US was providing at the start of Biden's term in 2021 and made "the United States the largest bilateral provider of climate finance in the world."&nbsp;

"The fight against climate change has been a defining cause of President Biden’s leadership and presidency," the White House said.

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Biden arrived in Brazil from Peru, where he attended his last summit with Asia-Pacific leaders.

He has cut a diminished figure on his tour. All eyes in Lima were on Chinese President Xi Jinping who was received with greater fanfare.

At a meeting with Biden, the Chinese leader said he hoped for a "smooth transition" in relations with the future Trump administration.

Trump has pledged to reverse Biden's policies and could again pull the United States, the world's second-biggest polluter, out of the landmark 2015 Paris Agreement on combatting carbon emissions, as he did during his first term.

On Saturday, he nominated a fracking magnate and noted climate change skeptic, Chris Wright, as his energy secretary.&nbsp;

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<h2>Amazon fires&nbsp;</h2>

The Amazon, spanning nine countries, is crucial to the fight against climate change due to its ability to absorb planet-warming carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

But it is also one of the areas most vulnerable to climate change and environmental degradation.

This year it experienced the worst wildfires in nearly two decades, fuelled by a severe drought blamed in part by climate experts on global warming.

A recent study showed that the Amazon rainforest had lost an area about the size of Germany and France combined to deforestation in four decades.

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has pledged to put a stop to illegal Amazon deforestation by 2030.

Experts have warned that a second Trump presidency could undo progress on the transition to green energy made under Biden, giving heavy polluters like China and India an excuse to scale back their own efforts.

During his campaign, Trump pledged to "drill, baby, drill" and increase fossil fuel extraction. He even brushed off climate change just days before the vote.

Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US President Joe Biden began an historic trip to the Amazon rainforest on Sunday to promote his record on fighting climate change amid fears that President-elect Donald Trump will roll back his green policies.

US President Joe Biden began an historic trip to the Amazon rainforest on Sunday to promote his record on fighting climate change amid fears that President-elect Donald Trump will roll back his green policies. Biden landed in the Brazilian city of Manaus, in the heart of the world's largest jungle, on the last leg of a valedictory South American before handing the keys of the White House to Trump in January. The 81-year-old, the first sitting US president to visit the Amazon, will fly over the rainforest by helicopter, visit a museum and meet Indigenous and local leaders working to protect the Amazon. From Manaus, he will continue on to Rio de Janeiro for a G20 summit starting Monday. Ahead of his Amazon visit, the White House announced that the US had hit its target of increasing bilateral climate financing to $11 billion a year. It said that the figure reached this year was six times what the US was providing at the start of Biden's term in 2021 and made "the United States the largest bilateral provider of climate finance in the world." "The fight against climate change has been a defining cause of President Biden’s leadership and presidency," the White House said. Also read | Yulia Navalnaya, exiled Russians in Berlin chant ‘No to Putin!’ in anti-war protest Biden arrived in Brazil from Peru, where he attended his last summit with Asia-Pacific leaders. He has cut a diminished figure on his tour. All eyes in Lima were on Chinese President Xi Jinping who was received with greater fanfare. At a meeting with Biden, the Chinese leader said he hoped for a "smooth transition" in relations with the future Trump administration. Trump has pledged to reverse Biden's policies and could again pull the United States, the world's second-biggest polluter, out of the landmark 2015 Paris Agreement on combatting carbon emissions, as he did during his first term. On Saturday, he nominated a fracking magnate and noted climate change skeptic, Chris Wright, as his energy secretary. Also read | Top 10 world news: Israeli strike kills Hezbollah spokesman; GRAP-IV curbs imposed in Delhi, and more Amazon fires The Amazon, spanning nine countries, is crucial to the fight against climate change due to its ability to absorb planet-warming carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. But it is also one of the areas most vulnerable to climate change and environmental degradation. This year it experienced the worst wildfires in nearly two decades, fuelled by a severe drought blamed in part by climate experts on global warming. A recent study showed that the Amazon rainforest had lost an area about the size of Germany and France combined to deforestation in four decades. Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has pledged to put a stop to illegal Amazon deforestation by 2030. Experts have warned that a second Trump presidency could undo progress on the transition to green energy made under Biden, giving heavy polluters like China and India an excuse to scale back their own efforts. During his campaign, Trump pledged to "drill, baby, drill" and increase fossil fuel extraction. He even brushed off climate change just days before the vote. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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