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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday said he has divested his interests in a soybean farm. Photo: Reuters

United States & Canada

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he has divested his soybean farm

Move comes after the US ethics watchdog found Bessent failed to comply with an agreement aimed at avoiding potential conflicts of interest.

Chinese firms gear up for Russia’s reopening amid talks aimed at peace deal

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Trump recasts US allies as tools to counter China in security playbook: analysts

Plan urges wealthier partners to boost defence roles, align export controls and shoulder more regional responsibility.

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US President Donald Trump stands during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday. Photo: EPA
US President Donald Trump stands during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday. Photo: EPA

Diplomacy

Trump’s national security blueprint aims to combat China’s rise in Latin America

Framework pledges to stop competitors from threatening the stability and political alignment of neighbouring countries in the region.

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China

US confirms Chinese boy Yuanxin, 6, is in federal custody. But where is he?

Separated from his father during an ICE check-in, the 6-year-old never appeared in federal detainee records, leaving advocates searching.

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Economy, Trade & Business

China’s vice-premier has ‘constructive’ call with US officials Bessent and Greer

Both sides agree to promote the development of bilateral trade ties to ‘expand the list for cooperation and shorten the list of problems’.

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China’s Vice-Premier He Lifeng had a productive video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Friday. Photo: AFP
China’s Vice-Premier He Lifeng had a productive video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer on Friday. Photo: AFP

China Economy

As China defies US tech blockade, can local AI chipmakers capture Nvidia share?

Vast pool of engineering talent seen as a potent driving force for country’s challenge to US tech supremacy.

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United States & Canada

Senators unveil bill to keep Trump from easing curbs on AI chip sales to China

The SAFE CHIPS Act is a rare effort led in part by Trump’s own party to stop him from further relaxing tech export restrictions on Beijing.

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United States & Canada

Trump and Sheinbaum to meet for first time at Fifa World Cup draw in Washington

The Mexican president, along with Canada’s PM Mark Carney, is expected to discuss trade tariffs with Trump at the football tournament draw.

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Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum. Photo: EPA

Global Economy

‘Strong breakwaters’: China’s central bank vows to shield from external shocks

Governor Pan Gongsheng says policy must prioritise the domestic economy, warning against ‘excessive policy swings’ that could undermine long-term stability.

People’s Bank of China governor Pan Gongsheng has said that monetary policy must balance internal and external pressures. Photo: Getty Images
People’s Bank of China governor Pan Gongsheng has said that monetary policy must balance internal and external pressures. Photo: Getty Images

Banking & Finance

Mainland China’s billionaire count surges as BYD and Mixue bosses power gains

The combined wealth of mainland China’s billionaires soars 22 per cent to US$1.77 trillion; Hong Kong’s ultra-rich population rises.

Diplomacy

USMCA urged to form joint mechanism to address China’s national security threats

US, Mexico and Canada encouraged at US trade hearing to oversee ‘pragmatic and specific plan’ to strengthen economic rules against China.

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Politics

Trump’s Nasa pick vows US will beat China back to the moon

Isaacman says Washington must move quickly to stay ahead of Beijing amid intensifying rivalry in space exploration.

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Jared Isaacman, US President Donald Trump’s pick to lead Nasa, during a hearing of the Senate commerce committee on Wednesday. Photo: AP

Diplomacy

Bessent calls Beijing an ‘ally’ after Trump signs bill on ties with Taiwan

US Treasury Secretary tries to ease further tension after Trump signs act aimed at regularly reviewing and updating guidelines with Taiwan.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during The New York Times DealBook Summit, at the Lincoln Centre, New York, on Wednesday. Photo: Getty Images via AFP
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks during The New York Times DealBook Summit, at the Lincoln Centre, New York, on Wednesday. Photo: Getty Images via AFP

China

China unlikely to aid Maduro if US acts, but may benefit from fallout: analysts

Beijing condemns US pressure on Caracas but offers limited support, prioritising its economic interests and long-term gains.

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Diplomacy

Whereabouts of 6-year-old Chinese boy Yuanxin unknown after ICE detention

US official claims the child’s father endangered his well-being by refusing to board plane, but does not disclose location.

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US Elections

For lame duck Biden, an anticlimactic exit from the world stage

Outgoing US president, who will give way to Donald Trump in two months, has little to no clout at upcoming global summits.

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US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP
US President Joe Biden will leave office on January 20. Photo: AP

Politics

Exclusive | In China, fear of regime change has shaped US policy. Here’s why

For Beijing, regime security is everything and concerns about ‘hostile Western forces’ will continue, no matter who ends up in the White House.

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World

Rise of Asian-American voters in US elections — a visual explainer

Asian-Americans have emerged as a significant voter demographic in the United States. Recent polling sheds light on which candidate they may prefer in 2024.

China

‘Feeling attacked’ by Texas law threat, Chinese-Americans turn to activism

Legislation to bar Chinese citizens from buying property in the state ultimately failed, but many became politically engaged because of it.

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