US Ambassador to China David Perdue said President Donald Trump once asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether China would like to buy U.S. weapons. The revelation came days after Xi’s state visit to Washington, amid ongoing discussions over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. Perdue said Trump and Xi continue to discuss the issue, while Beijing has opposed U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan.


Trump proposed US weapons sale to Xi, claims ambassador David Perdue

U.S. President Donald Trump rolled out a high-profile welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping, drawing global attention and sparking debate about Washington's diplomatic priorities. The optics of the summit have prompted questions among observers about how the Trump administration engages strategic competitors while managing relationships with traditional allies. Supporters see the outreach as pragmatic diplomacy, while critics argue it sends mixed signals amid ongoing geopolitical competition between the world's two largest economies.


Trump's red carpet for Xi sparks questions about US diplomacy 

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held an eight-hour "very successful" meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York, laying the groundwork for Thursday's high-stakes Trump-Xi summit in Washington. The talks covered AI, tariffs and critical minerals, with both sides discussing a new "US-China AI Dialogue" and a notification mechanism for national-security-level AI incidents. Key issues carried over from May's Beijing meeting, including tariff cuts, China's critical mineral supply commitments and Chinese purchases of US soybeans and Boeing jets.


Trump & Xi set for Washington summit 

Trump-Xi summit: US Treasury Secretary holds meeting with Chinese Vice Premier

China, US open high-level talks in New York ahead of historic Trump-Xi summit this thursday 

US President Donald Trump is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington on September 24 for their second meeting of 2026. Trade, tariffs, critical minerals, Taiwan, Iran and artificial intelligence are expected to feature prominently in the talks. The summit comes as Washington and Beijing seek to stabilise ties amid ongoing economic and geopolitical tensions.


Trump-Xi summit set for September 24 in Washington 

A week before Xi Jinping is expected in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit, India and China's militaries opened a new line of dialogue — the first-ever Corps Commander-level talks at the Wacha-Damai point in Arunachal Pradesh, led by Lt Gen Girish Kalia. The meeting comes amid reported tensions in Arunachal's Taksing area and follows an August 25 Beijing meeting between NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese FM Wang Yi on an eight-point border management plan.


India-China hold first-ever corps commander talks in Arunachal ahead of Xi's BRICS visit

#Gravitas Amid his ongoing corruption purge against the PLA, Chinese President Xi Jinping promoted two military officers to the rank of general at a ceremony in Beijing. 


Xi's purge clears way for new faces in PLA

Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a successful tour of China with both countries signing 40 agreements. During the talks, Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that both countries must oppose all acts of unilateral bullying. This was seen as an indirect attack on U.S. President Donald Trump. Both nations also slammed U.S. over the Iran war.


China-Russia Ties: How Did Xi Treat Trump & Putin In A Week? 

The United States has presented fresh seismic data alleging that China conducted a secret low-yield nuclear test near its Lop Nor site in 2020. Beijing has strongly denied the claims, insisting it remains committed to the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban framework. With arms control talks stalled and China rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal-- from submarines to warhead production -- fears of a new nuclear arms race are growing. Is this a strategic shift or political pressure ahead of new nuclear negotiations? We break down the allegations, China’s response, and what it means for global security.


US-China Tensions: US Alleges China Conducted Secret Low-Yield Nuclear Test in 2020 | Gravitas

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has signaled openness to dialogue with China, softening her stance amid rising tensions. Beijing has demanded an apology and retraction of her earlier remarks on Taiwan, keeping diplomatic relations under strain.


China-Japan Tensions: Japan PM Takaichi Seeks Dialogue With China 

US President Donald Trump says he held an “excellent” phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, discussing trade, energy, Taiwan, Iran and the Ukraine war. Trump stressed his strong personal rapport with Xi as key to maintaining stable US-China relations amid tensions.


Trump-Xi phone call: Xi Jinping says US must act with prudence on arms sales to Taiwan

Trump-Xi Phone Call: US-China Discuss Trade, Taiwan and Global Issues 

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has welcomed progress in talks during his visit to China, signalling a cautious reset in UK–China relations. The comments come as US President Donald Trump warned Britain over closer engagement with Beijing, underscoring growing transatlantic unease over China policy.


UK-China Ties: UK's Starmer Hails Progress in Beijing as Trump Warns Britain on China | WION

Keir Starmer lands in Beijing for landmark talks with President Xi Jinping, signaling UK's drive to reset strained trade relations strained by tariffs and human rights spats-first PM visit since 2018


Starmer's Landmark China Visit: Trade Reset Push

In Hong Kong, prosecutors have played recordings of decades-old pro-democracy speeches in the national security trial of prominent activists, a move critics say reflects the shrinking space for free expression under Beijing-imposed laws. 


Hong Kong Uses Decades-Old Speeches To Try Democracy Activists Under Security Law | WION

China’s President Xi Jinping has launched his most dramatic military purge in decades, placing former ally and top general Zhang Youxia under investigation. Zhang, once considered Xi’s “sworn brother,” faces accusations of corruption and disloyalty, a move that has left China’s Central Military Commission with only one remaining uniformed officer under Xi’s command.

Xi Purges Top General: PLA Shake-Up Sparks Taiwan, Succession Questions

US President Donald Trump has signalled a potential reset in relations with China, announcing plans to visit the country in April for talks with President Xi Jinping.


President Trump Charts Reset With China, Plans April Visit To Meet Xi Jinping

Venezuela is fast becoming the newest flashpoint in global power politics.
A U.S. pursuit of a Venezuela-bound oil tanker has drawn in Russia and China, turning sanctions enforcement into a high-stakes geopolitical confrontation.
As President Donald Trump intensifies pressure on Nicolás Maduro’s regime, Moscow claims protection over the vessel, Beijing condemns U.S. actions as “bullying,” and the risk of a naval showdown grows.

Venezuela: Trump, Putin and Xi collide over oil, sanctions and control of the seas

President Donald Trump said Xi Jinping understands the consequences if China invades Taiwan, while refusing to specifically say the United States would defend the island


Breaking: Trump: Xi knows consequences if China invades Taiwan

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major tariff cut for China slashing duties from 57% to 47% after a high-profile meeting with Xi Jinping in Busan.
But even as Beijing gets a reprieve, India remains under some of the harshest U.S. tariffs.
Why is New Delhi being singled out?
This video unpacks Trump’s shifting trade strategy, his repeated attacks on India over Russian oil, and the growing contradictions in America’s foreign policy.

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Donald Trump hails his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as a “great success”, following intense trade and diplomacy talks in South Korea.
As part of the agreement, Trump announces a reduction in tariffs on Chinese imports, signaling a new phase in US–China trade relations.

Success, consensus: How Trump, Xi described their landmark talks

Trump-Xi meet: How AI chips change future of US-China trade 

The Spain Discussions Between U.S. And Chinese Officials Have Paved the Way for the First Call Since June Between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping on Friday. Among the Many Topics Up for Discussion During This Week's Call Are TikTok, Boeing Planes, Rare Earth Magnets, and Taiwan.
In This Next Report, We Decode the U.S. And China Relationship Under Trump’s Second Term in Office.

US-China ties: Trump & Xi to discuss TikTok deal on Friday

In an unexpected off-camera exchange, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping were caught on a 'hot mic' discussing organ transplants. The surprising moment has raised eyebrows and sparked speculation. Here's what was said.


Xi, Putin discuss immortality, modern gene editing tool holds key to extending life 

In a historic first, China has publicly unveiled its complete nuclear triad—land-based missiles, submarine-launched missiles, and strategic bombers—during a massive military parade. The unprecedented display signals Beijing’s growing strategic confidence and sends a clear message to global rivals, including the United States.


China Victory Day Parade 2025: China showcases weaponised 'robot wolves' at military parade 

China Victory Day Parade 2025: China's show of strength sends message to US & the West

China Victory Day Parade 2025: Beijing showcases latest & most advanced weapons |

SCO Summit: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit 2025.


SCO Summit: India-Russia Hold Bilateral Talks on Sidelines

China is set to showcase its latest advanced military weapons and technology at a large-scale parade, highlighting its growing defense capabilities.

China stages power show to the world: Putin, Xi, Kim reunite! 

China's dream to have a "strong currency" one which is stable and increasing its influence in global trade is facing new challenges with former US President Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House, restarting trade tensions and adding pressure on the yuan. According to a detailed report published in Bloomberg, analysts predict greater risks for the yuan under Trump's policies.

Years of downward pressure awaits the yuan<o:p></o:p>

Further, as Trump prepares for a possible second term, analysts say years of downward pressure are ahead for the yuan. Investors are already betting against it for fear that another trade war between China and the US is soon to come, the Bloomberg report explained further.

In fact, some believe that by 2025, the yuan may break its 17-year low versus the dollar, with bearish forecasts suggesting a decline of up to 10 per cent. The yuan's flaws today far outweigh those seen in the previous trading war. Yields for Chinese government bonds are now much lower than those of the United States, foreign investments have shrunk, and China's economic growth is still up in the air, making it an even tougher currency to handle, the Bloomberg report explained further.

"We don't expect a renewed contest of wills between the PBOC and the US Treasury anytime soon," says emerging markets economist Adam Wolfe. But if it escalated to a full-blown trade war, the PBOC would allow the currency to erode further for exports to improve and to create a stronger position in bargaining with America. Already this is causing traders to place bets against the yuan. The onshore yuan touched its lowest in three months on Nov. 14 as major financial institutions forecasted the currency was likely to drop to its low point against the dollar at 7.351.

Analysts predict the yuan will stabilize at 7.5 against the dollar if Trump goes with his plan to impose 60 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, as he has previously suggested. Others, for example, UBS and Societe Generale, predict further depreciation by year's end. Possible exchange rates hit as high as 7.60-7.70 in 2025. The worst-case sees yuan value at 8 per dollar-a level that was last, uh, written for in 2006.

Weaker yuan is expected to boost exports<o:p></o:p>

Another key question is how the PBOC will react. So, a weaker yuan will boost exports, but letting the currency fall too far might hamper economic stability, trigger capital flight, and invite international criticism. Large devaluation may reignite accusations that it is using monetary policy for competitive devaluation after all when it let the daily fixing rate of the yuan drop 1.9 per cent in 2015, leading to a huge outflow of capital and depletion of foreign reserves.

While outright devaluation is still unlikely and comes with a number of risks, it has been fine-tuning its foreign exchange policy. These have included stronger daily fixing rates, adjustments in bank reserve requirements, and the encouragement of state-owned banks to better manage offshore market liquidity. These policies might perhaps mitigate some of the damage from US tariffs.

Interestingly, Trump's own desire for a weak dollar may ironically aid China. Weakening of the greenback would enable it to purchase more goods made in the United States, thereby potentially diminishing somewhat the effect of the levied tariffs on Chinese exportation. Still, analysts on Wall Street aren't convinced that Trump's policies will undo sufficiently enough as to really weaken the dollar.

Xi Jinping's hope of turning the yuan into a global currency will be tested. Faster depreciation of the yuan may risk this dream, forcing attention away from much-needed long-term financial soundness toward more short-term economic relief. China is adrift during these trying times, and its currency, along with its ambitions on the global map, remain shrouded in uncertainty, added the Bloomberg report.

Market participants and global investors will closely follow the US-China relationship going ahead. This will help them in taking informed investment decisions, because a possibility of a long-drawn trade war will result in global investors turning defensive.

China's dream to have a "strong currency" one which is stable and increasing its influence in global trade is facing new challenges with former US President Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House, restarting trade tensions and adding pressure on the yuan.

China's dream to have a "strong currency" one which is stable and increasing its influence in global trade is facing new challenges with former US President Donald Trump potentially returning to the White House, restarting trade tensions and adding pressure on the yuan. According to a detailed report published in Bloomberg, analysts predict greater risks for the yuan under Trump's policies. Years of downward pressure awaits the yuan Further, as Trump prepares for a possible second term, analysts say years of downward pressure are ahead for the yuan. Investors are already betting against it for fear that another trade war between China and the US is soon to come, the Bloomberg report explained further. In fact, some believe that by 2025, the yuan may break its 17-year low versus the dollar, with bearish forecasts suggesting a decline of up to 10 per cent. The yuan's flaws today far outweigh those seen in the previous trading war. Yields for Chinese government bonds are now much lower than those of the United States, foreign investments have shrunk, and China's economic growth is still up in the air, making it an even tougher currency to handle, the Bloomberg report explained further. "We don't expect a renewed contest of wills between the PBOC and the US Treasury anytime soon," says emerging markets economist Adam Wolfe. But if it escalated to a full-blown trade war, the PBOC would allow the currency to erode further for exports to improve and to create a stronger position in bargaining with America. Already this is causing traders to place bets against the yuan. The onshore yuan touched its lowest in three months on Nov. 14 as major financial institutions forecasted the currency was likely to drop to its low point against the dollar at 7.351. Analysts predict the yuan will stabilize at 7.5 against the dollar if Trump goes with his plan to impose 60 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, as he has previously suggested. Others, for example, UBS and Societe Generale, predict further depreciation by year's end. Possible exchange rates hit as high as 7.60-7.70 in 2025. The worst-case sees yuan value at 8 per dollar-a level that was last, uh, written for in 2006. Weaker yuan is expected to boost exports Another key question is how the PBOC will react. So, a weaker yuan will boost exports, but letting the currency fall too far might hamper economic stability, trigger capital flight, and invite international criticism. Large devaluation may reignite accusations that it is using monetary policy for competitive devaluation after all when it let the daily fixing rate of the yuan drop 1.9 per cent in 2015, leading to a huge outflow of capital and depletion of foreign reserves. While outright devaluation is still unlikely and comes with a number of risks, it has been fine-tuning its foreign exchange policy. These have included stronger daily fixing rates, adjustments in bank reserve requirements, and the encouragement of state-owned banks to better manage offshore market liquidity. These policies might perhaps mitigate some of the damage from US tariffs. Interestingly, Trump's own desire for a weak dollar may ironically aid China. Weakening of the greenback would enable it to purchase more goods made in the United States, thereby potentially diminishing somewhat the effect of the levied tariffs on Chinese exportation. Still, analysts on Wall Street aren't convinced that Trump's policies will undo sufficiently enough as to really weaken the dollar. Xi Jinping's hope of turning the yuan into a global currency will be tested. Faster depreciation of the yuan may risk this dream, forcing attention away from much-needed long-term financial soundness toward more short-term economic relief. China is adrift during these trying times, and its currency, along with its ambitions on the global map, remain shrouded in uncertainty, added the Bloomberg report. Market participants and global investors will closely follow the US-China relationship going ahead. This will help them in taking informed investment decisions, because a possibility of a long-drawn trade war will result in global investors turning defensive.

Trump's return threatens Xi's ambition of 'Powerful Currency’

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