In an interview excerpt from “60 Minutes,” President Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping assured him China would not take action regarding Taiwan during his presidency. Trump claims Xi and his officials have openly expressed this sentiment, recognizing the potential consequences. While the topic was not discussed during their recent talks in South Korea, Trump expressed confidence in China’s restraint. The U.S. maintains a policy of strategic ambiguity regarding Taiwan, and Trump declined to confirm if the U.S. would defend Taiwan if attacked.
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During a meeting with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, President Trump exhibited a moment of confusion when attempting to exit the stage, appearing unsure of the correct direction. Despite this, Trump characterized the meeting as “amazing,” although no trade deal was announced, and he gave the meeting a rating of “12 on a scale of zero to 10.” The meeting, which lasted approximately an hour and forty minutes, was the first face-to-face interaction between the two leaders since 2019, with discussions centered on trade differences, ceasefire agreements, and regional issues. The U.S. delegation seemed relieved following the meeting, with Trump’s trip to Asia ending with the meeting as the final stop.
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During a face-to-face meeting in South Korea, President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping discussed trade issues. Trump indicated the U.S. would lower tariffs on China from 20% to 10% and that China would purchase American soybeans and allow the export of rare earth elements. While Trump expressed optimism and suggested a deal was near, sources noted that tensions remain due to trade disputes and China’s strategic importance in manufacturing. Both leaders acknowledged areas of disagreement but emphasized the importance of cooperation, with plans for future visits to each other’s countries.
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Trump Threatens to Resume Nuclear Weapons Testing, Minutes Before Xi Meeting, is a headline that immediately grabs attention, and not in a good way. It’s the kind of thing that makes you pause, take a deep breath, and wonder what fresh madness has unfolded. The mere suggestion of restarting nuclear tests after decades of restraint is a major escalation, a deliberate provocation that sends shivers down the spine. It’s the kind of move that feels like it’s straight out of a Cold War movie, a dangerous game of chicken played with the fate of the world.
The fact that this alleged threat supposedly occurred just before a meeting with Xi Jinping, the leader of China, adds another layer of complexity and potential danger.… Continue reading
President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption campaign has resulted in the expulsion of two high-ranking military officials from the Communist Party. Among them is He Weidong, a vice-chair of the Central Military Commission and a Politburo member. This marks the first Politburo member to be ousted since 2017, with the Ministry of Defense citing violations of party disciplines and laws as the reason for the expulsions.
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President Trump indicated a potential meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of a multilateral forum in South Korea. He announced an additional 100% tariff on all Chinese imports, starting November 1, in response to China’s trade practices. Trump cited Beijing’s recent restrictions on rare-earth exports as a contributing factor to the increased tariffs and hinted at further actions, including export controls on critical software. He also stated the date of the tariffs could change depending on further actions taken by China.
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President Xi Jinping is urging the United States to alter its long-standing description of its position on Taiwan’s independence. This demand, if met, would represent a significant diplomatic victory for China. Beijing has requested that the U.S. government formally state its “opposition” to Taiwan’s independence. This information was revealed by a source familiar with the matter, who preferred to remain anonymous.
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Reuters has removed a four-minute video of a private conversation between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping after Chinese state television withdrew its legal permission for the footage. The video, which captured the leaders discussing the possibility of a person living to 150 years of age, was distributed to over a thousand media outlets before the takedown request. Reuters complied with CCTV’s demand to remove the video from its website and notified its customers, citing exceeded license terms and the “editorial treatment applied to this material.” Despite the removal, Reuters maintains the accuracy of the published content and sees no violation of its journalistic standards.
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President Trump announced plans to host the G20 summit in 2026 at his Florida golf course, expressing interest in inviting both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping. While Russia and China are already full members, Trump suggested they could attend as observers. Trump’s invitation comes after hosting Putin in Alaska and reflects his efforts to improve relations with Russia. However, Russia and China’s ties have strengthened despite these efforts.
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