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Donald John Trump, born June 14, 1946, became the 45th president of the United States in 2017, after he defeated Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in the general election of 2016. His unpredictable tenure saw the beginning of a trade war between the US and China. The trade war persisted after he left office following a 2020 defeat to Joe Biden. In 2024 he mounted a third campaign, defeating Biden's then-VP, Kamala Harris, to earn a second term as president.
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14 Jun 1946
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45th President of the United States of America
Containers are unloaded at a port in China’s eastern Shandong province. Photo: Getty Images
China trade

Breaking | China’s export machine defies gravity as shipments soar in May

After a record April, China’s exports grew strongly once again in May, as the country’s firms continue to shrug off the impact of the Iran war.

NBA

Trump booed by crowd at NBA Finals in New York

China-North Korea relations

Xi returns to exclusive Pyongyang guest house only a handful of leaders ever see

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Canada

US$4.7 ⁠billion US-Canada bridge nears opening despite earlier Trump threat

Trump demanded a share of Canada’s future toll revenue from the Michigan-Ontario Gordie Howe International ⁠Bridge, set to open on June 15.

The Gordie Howe International Bridge will connect the US and Canada between Detroit, Michigan ​and Windsor, Ontario. Photo: The Detroit News / TNS)
United States

Trump picks ally Todd Blanche as attorney general, teeing up US Senate fight

Acting in the role since April, former Trump lawyer Blanche faces Senate confirmation after controversial Justice Department moves.

US, Israel war on Iran

Update | Israel and Iran hold fire after exchange, but warn of escalation if provoked

Middle East foes lift immediate safety restrictions while actively preparing for the next wave of retaliation.

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US-China relations

Nationals from China, India among 17 new US denaturalisation cases

Chinese-born Georgia resident among 17 people accused of obtaining citizenship through fraud or concealing serious crimes.

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US prosecutors say a Chinese-born resident of the American state of Georgia hid a prior deportation order and immigration history under a different identity before becoming a US citizen in 2006. Photo: Shutterstock
US immigration

Trump’s US$100,000 H-1B visa fee is an unlawful tax, judge rules

The administration had argued that ‌Trump had authority ‌to impose the visa fee for highly skilled foreign workers.

US-China relations

US adds Alibaba, BYD, other Chinese tech champions to military company blacklist

Trump administration has designated top China firms as ‘Chinese military companies’ operating in the United States.

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CNN

Trump will ask Supreme Court to revive his US$475 million CNN defamation lawsuit

Trump sued CNN in 2022 over the network’s description of his 2020 election fraud claims as a ‘Big Lie’.

US President Donald Trump is seen in the White House in May. Photo: AP
NBA

NBA Finals: sky-high ticket costs fail to cool Madison Square Garden cauldron

‘World’s Most Famous Arena’ will still be packed to the rafters as New York Knicks bring home a 2-0 lead against San Antonio Spurs.

New York Knicks fans cheer during the watch party at Madison Square Garden for Game 2 of the NBA Finals against San Antonio Spurs last Friday. Photo: Getty Images
United States

Opinion | US’ 250th anniversary celebrations will put its decline on display

US President Donald Trump’s plans for the country’s 250th anniversary don’t seem to project what makes the American experiment worth honouring.

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Singapore

Singapore eyes Asean connectivity amid new US-China dynamic: Lawrence Wong

The prime minister says Asean wants an open, inclusive environment to engage with all major players.

China’s C919 passenger plane

China’s C919 jet poised to tackle ageing domestic fleet: industry official

High maintenance and fuel costs squeeze Chinese airlines as replacement rates lag, while Comac’s home-grown model seen as buffer against supply-chain hurdles.

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Several Air China passenger jets are seen at Beijing Capital International Airport in March 2020. Since that year, the number of aircraft over 20 years old has outpaced new deliveries in China. Photo: AFP
China-North Korea relations

Xi lands in North Korea with denuclearisation likely off the table

Chinese President Xi Jinping is making a rare trip to North Korea having stepped back from efforts to deter his host from building nuclear weapons.

Crowds await Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang. Photo: Xinhua
US, Israel war on Iran

‘Immediately stop shooting’: Trump urges Iran and Israel amid tit-for-tat strikes

Fragile April ceasefire collapses as direct tit-for-tat strikes resume on day 100 of the US-Israel war against Iran.

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NBC

‘Fake dirty press’: Trump storms out of tense interview as reporter pushes back

US president slams ‘crooked network’ and walks off after a heated exchange over election fraud.

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British Indian Ocean Territory

US considers ‘buying’ Chagos Islands from Mauritius

Reported proposal outlines direct deal with Mauritius after the US criticised the UK’s plan to cede sovereignty.

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Chagos Islands is home to the ‌US-British Diego Garcia air base. Photo: US Navy via AP
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran, Israel halt attacks after first exchange of fire since April truce

US President Donald Trump had said the two nations must ‘immediately stop shooting’.

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US military

Will ‘Trump-class’ ship be a sitting duck for Chinese carrier-killer missiles?

Aggressive schedule for nuclear-powered vessel may strain US shipyards and maritime industrial base, congressional budget amendment warns.

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US-China relations

Opinion | On Taiwan, the Trump-Xi summit offered more than optics

The meeting between the Chinese and US presidents laid the groundwork for more predictable China-US relations, including on cross-strait issues.

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US, Israel war on Iran

Pakistan’s mediators in Iran as US downs drones, Lebanon looks for peace

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to restart US-Iran negotiations as the US military said it shot down two Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iranians walk past a huge billboard featuring previous supreme leaders Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini and Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, on Sunday. Photo: EPA-EFE
China’s private sector

Which company could become the Chinese Pfizer? Here are analysts’ top picks

A boom in outlicensing agreements leads to a debate over which Chinese firms may be first to break into overseas markets with own brands.

China-North Korea relations

Will Xi’s North Korea visit show that China remains Pyongyang’s most vital ally?

Beijing has been concerned by its neighbour’s closer ties with Russia and is expected to highlight the importance of its economic support.

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Armenia

Armenia sets course towards West as Pashinyan secures election win

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan gets a third consecutive term following a general election.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan after casting his ballot. Photo: AFP
United States

Editorial | US tariff threat over forced labour looks like old wine in a new bottle

With the latest escalation in Trump’s forever tariff war, Washington is alienating allies and adversaries alike.

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer speaks to reporters during a tour of a manufacturing facility on April 9, in Warren, Michigan, the US. Photo: AP
United States

Trump AI policy adviser Sriram Krishnan to leave position

His departure comes as the US president looks at the possibility of the US government acquiring stakes ‌in AI firms.

European Union

Pope Leo urges end to ‘polarising narratives’ on Spain visit

The pope says he hopes the week-long tour of Spain will set an example to the world about respecting ‘every human being’.

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