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2026 Trump-Xi summit
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2026 Trump-Xi summit
In May 2026, President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump are expected to begin a long-awaited meeting to talk about a number of factors affecting China and America.
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US, Israel war on Iran
Iran war could give Xi the upper hand in meeting with Trump: US experts
The conflict is likely to give Beijing an edge in discussions on hi-tech supply chains and Taiwan, analysts argue.
5 May 2026 - 1:37AM
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Israel
Are US Air Force C-17s flying cars into Beijing for Trump’s China trip?
3 May 2026 - 6:00PM
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United States
China trip will go ahead as planned – and it will be amazing, Trump insists
2 May 2026 - 9:10PM
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US-China relations
China’s UN envoy blasts US ‘bullying’ as sanctions widen before Trump-Xi talks
Curbs tied to Iran and a fragile ceasefire cast a shadow over the leaders’ planned Beijing summit as tensions between the powers mount.
2 May 2026 - 6:36AM
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United States
US and Chinese officials air concerns in build-up to Trump’s Beijing visit
Despite the latest diplomatic initiatives, Beijing warns the US is threatening ‘hard-won stability’ with new smartphone restrictions.
1 May 2026 - 10:10PM
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US-China trade war
Trump urged by Democrats to keep US ban on Chinese cars as Xi meeting looms
US lawmakers warn of ‘irreversible’ consequences for industry ahead of Trump’s planned summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping next month.
29 Apr 2026 - 8:50AM
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United States
‘Diplomatic malpractice’: experts warn of thin agenda ahead of Xi-Trump summit
Former diplomat warns ‘malpractice-like’ lack of preparation for meeting could hollow out potential for productive talks.
28 Apr 2026 - 8:07AM
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US-China relations
In lead-up to Trump’s Beijing visit, China announces 2 pandas are set for US zoo
Foreign ministry says deal will aid protection of pandas and other threatened species and help global biodiversity conservation efforts.
24 Apr 2026 - 6:02PM
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Mainland China
Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker 2026
World leaders are flocking to Beijing, seeking new ties amid rising geopolitical tensions.
24 Apr 2026 - 11:58AM
US-China relations
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Trump ally to visit China as US turns up pressure before May summit
Republican senator to lead bipartisan delegation to China next week; visit will begin on May 1, with stops planned in Shanghai and Beijing.
24 Apr 2026 - 6:59PM
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Iran
As Iran talks go nowhere, will Donald Trump still go to Beijing?
With peace negotiations postponed, it is unclear if the US president will be ready to look at stabilising ties between the two top economies.
22 Apr 2026 - 11:37PM
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US-China relations
Trump predicts meeting with Xi will be ‘special’ ahead of China visit
The US leader said ‘much will be accomplished’, but one analyst says the war in Iran means he has ‘lost almost all his bargaining chips’.
18 Apr 2026 - 7:41PM
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US-China relations
US-China tensions simmer, economy outperforms, Auto China begins
This week: The US and China exchange trade-war swings, China’s economic growth beats expectations, and the US blockades Iranian ports. Next week: Carmakers debut models at Auto China, Victory Giant starts trading after Hong Kong IPO, robots compete in Beijing half marathon and more.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM
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‘Won’t back down’: Greer seeks more funding for Trump’s trade wars
US trade chief says more resources needed to expand trade probes and counter China, warning farmers remain exposed ahead of Beijing summit.
17 Apr 2026 - 6:16AM
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North Korea
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After years of neglect, China emerges as North Korea’s ‘top priority’
In a world of shrinking options and rising risks, Pyongyang recognises its alliance with Beijing is too important to ignore.
16 Apr 2026 - 7:33AM
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Trump dismisses concern Iran war will derail China trip next month: interview
US president says war is ‘very close to over’ but also ‘we’re not finished. We’ll see what happens. I think they want to make a deal very badly’.
15 Apr 2026 - 8:44PM
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Spain
Xi Jinping meets foreign leaders: tracker 2026
World leaders are flocking to Beijing this year as Trump’s trade war spurs US allies to look for new ties.
15 Apr 2026 - 5:45PM
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US-China relations
Trump will head to Beijing amid warming trend in sentiment about China at home
Pew research finds most Americans have negative views but positive opinions have nearly doubled since 2023.
15 Apr 2026 - 4:30PM
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US-China relations
Trump’s son Eric to join father’s state visit to China
The move could raise concerns in Washington, given that the US president’s personal wealth and business dealings are managed by his family.
15 Apr 2026 - 7:18AM
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United States
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Trump-Xi summit shaped by uncertainty, not strategy: experts
War distractions and limited goals risk turning Beijing talks into optics over substance, as expectations shrink and planning falters.
15 Apr 2026 - 9:06AM
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US, Israel war on Iran
Could Trump’s Hormuz blockade derail China summit with Xi Jinping?
US president’s move forces China into political dilemma and could create a flashpoint ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader, analysts say.
14 Apr 2026 - 1:05AM
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US-China trade war
High fertiliser prices mean more soybeans for farmers – and greater reliance on China
Analysts question the cost of China deploying ‘fertiliser diplomacy’ and boosting soybean purchases ahead of the Trump-Xi summit.
11 Apr 2026 - 4:55AM
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US-China relations
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A stark clash of world views will overshadow Trump’s visit to China
As Xi and Trump prepare to meet, the divergence between their visions of global order has never been more acute.
10 Apr 2026 - 10:29AM
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US-China relations
How can Beijing prepare for Trump’s ‘drunken boxing’ style before he meets Xi?
As Trump loomed large in both Iran war and subsequent pause, analysts weigh the importance of rhetoric vs results in his talks with China.
9 Apr 2026 - 10:47PM
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US-China trade war
Trump-Xi summit set for limited trade-focused agenda
US goals for May’s presidential summit focus on stability and specific trade deals rather than an overall relationship reset.
9 Apr 2026 - 5:33PM
US-China trade war
Only virtual talks, no new investment push before Xi-Trump summit: Greer
US Trade Representative underscores US seeks substantial tariffs, unhindered rare earth access, and a stability-preserving leaders’ meeting.
8 Apr 2026 - 10:04PM
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US-China relations
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3 reasons Xi-Trump summit won’t be a waste of time for China
Despite current tensions and dim prospects for meaningful progress, Beijing should still roll out the red carpet.
3 Apr 2026 - 4:30PM
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Iran
Trump-Xi summit: US trade chief casts doubt on pre-meeting Beijing visit
Trade Representative Jamieson Greer says key Trump officials unlikely to meet Chinese counterparts, in a break from usual practice for talks.
1 Apr 2026 - 6:23AM
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