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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
US President Donald Trump addresses the Republican Party’s midterm convention on Wednesday. Photo: AP
US midterm elections 2026

Trump touts ‘most successful’ presidency, promises US$5,000 to voters in speech

The US president spoke for nearly two hours at the launch of the Republican Party’s unusual midterm convention in Texas.

Drugs

Rubio defends US strikes on boats, warns of drug cartel ‘cancer’

US-China relations

US firms’ confidence in China has soared amid Xi-Trump trade truce: survey

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US-China trade war

US says China ‘on track’ to fulfil farm purchases ahead of Xi’s Washington visit

Trump administration trade official says ‘China is ramping up their purchases’ and business is progressing well between two countries.

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A farmer harvests a soybean plot in Colt, Arkansas. China has met its commitment to buy US soybeans in the 2025 season, a Trump administration trade official says. Photo: Handout
2026 Xi-Trump summits

Exclusive | Once sidelined, China stands ready to broker fourth Trump-Kim handshake

Beijing seeks role as central player in Korean peninsula diplomacy but wants a guarantee Washington has clear goals, source says.

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US-China relations

US sanctions Chinese-language Xinbi Guarantee marketplace over cyber scams

Washington also seizes Telegram channels and US$52 million in cryptocurrency linked to the platform’s alleged illicit operations.

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TV shows and streaming video

South Park creators ‘rename’ show to ‘South America’ in jab at Trump

The US president has a penchant for renaming things, including a recent suggestion to call New Mexico ‘New America’ instead.

South Park character cut-outs are seen at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2025. Photo: TNS
US, Israel war on Iran

Trump says Iran war will end right after US midterm elections

The president says Tehran is trying to influence the vote but will not be able to hold out for longer.

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US Politics

Trump gave US$45,000 cash to close aide Natalie Harp and others

The payments raise ethics concerns because federal employees are ‌generally barred from receiving compensation beyond their salaries.

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Australia

Public inquiry in Australia exposes deep doubts about benefits of Aukus deal

Under the Australia-UK-US security pact, Canberra will get eight nuclear-powered submarines at an estimated cost of up to US$266 billion.

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A man walks past an Aukus sign at the Indo Pacific International Maritime Exposition in Sydney on November 4, 2025. Photo: Reuters
Australia

Trump slams Australia’s social media crackdown as ‘extortion’

The White House warns Australia over its proposed algorithm opt-out bill, as Anthony Albanese defends national sovereignty.

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A teenager holds a mobile phone as the law banning social media for users under 16 in Australia takes effect, in Sydney, Australia, in December 2025. Photo: Reuters
United States

Trump bans some Canadian goods, raises tariffs on others as trade war escalates

White House targets alcohol, dairy, and consumer goods while Ottawa defends US$20 billion in retaliatory duties.

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Albania

Albania protests against Trump-linked development turn violent after 100th day

Dubbed the ‘flamingo revolution’, the demonstrations seek to halt the massive project over the environmental damage it could cause.

US, Israel war on Iran

Iran, US engage in wave of tit-for-tat attacks on shipping

The attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices surging, as Tehran says it also fired ballistic missiles at a US base in Jordan.

Iranian crude oil carrier M/T Riesco burns as it sinks after being struck. Photo: CENTCOM via Reuters
US-Venezuela conflict

Opinion | Trump’s Venezuela oil deal: why China can wait and watch

Beijing’s response reflects a calculation that the deal’s fragility will soon show. Energy dominance is not seized by executive order – it is earned through capital, technology and time.

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US-China relations

China ‘can never get ahead’ of US in AI, Bessent says in advance of Xi’s visit

Trump’s treasury secretary accuses Chinese artificial intelligence firms of ‘stealing and copying’, weeks before leadership summit in Washington.

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United States

White House pulls ‘Build the Wall’ game after warning from Tetris

Arcade game removed amid copyright review and sharp criticism over racist themes and anti-immigrant tropes.

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China-Latin America relations

Marco Rubio arrives in Colombia with China ties, trade deals on agenda

Washington’s top diplomat lands in Barranquilla on first leg of three-country tour, with critical minerals, civil nuclear deals to be signed.

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Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Barranquilla, Colombia, on Tuesday. Colombia is the first stop on Rubio’s three-nation South American trip that will also include Ecuador and Peru. Photo: EPA
Ukraine war

Putin and Trump discuss Ukraine in ‘extremely frank’ call

The hour-long talks focused on ‘the issue of a settlement’, the Kremlin says, as the US leader called for a speedy end to the fighting.

South Korea

South Korea sends fact-finding team to assess Strait of Hormuz conditions

The defence ministry says the move ‘does not presuppose an actual deployment’.

SCMP Highlights

Cambodia scam gangs; viral Jennie clip tests South Korea law: 7 Asia highlights

From Japan warships attracting US interest to viral clip of Blackpink’s Jennie, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Chinese public security officers escort a suspected China-born scam boss off a plane after he was extradited from Cambodia in April. Photo: China’s Ministry of Public Security/AFP
Singapore

Singapore ministers set for pay rise with entry-level pay up to US$1.4 million

First pay update since 2012 aims to ensure political salaries do not ‘fall further behind’ market rates, the prime minister says.

Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong attends a press conference in Bangkok last week. Photo: Reuters
Shenzhen

BYD cars, DJI drones: Guangdong flexes tech muscles ahead of Apec summit

As Shenzhen prepares to become the third Chinese city to host the Apec meeting, its province has set up media visits to tech firms.

Ukraine war

Russia resumes deadly strikes on Kyiv after pause for Trump envoys’ visit

Explosions rock Ukrainian capital after expiration of a three-day halt for Witkoff and Kushner visit.

US Politics

Trump posts US Space Force uniforms based on movie’s Nazi-inspired outfits

‘Next generation’ gear inspired by Starship Troopers, whose director explicitly aimed to mimic Nazi propaganda.

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A screengrab from US President Donald Trump’s Truth Social post of 'next generation' Space Force uniforms. Photo: @realDonaldTrump/Truth Social
US-China relations

Editorial | China’s Xi sends a strong message before his US visit

Xi’s month of travel signals that China is playing a key role in South-South cooperation amid a tariff war and geopolitical instability.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife Peng Liyuan are welcomed by Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi and his wife Entissar Amer upon their arrival at Cairo International Airport on September 1. Photo: Xinhua via AP
Middle East

Burnham risks friction with Trump over Israeli West Bank settlement sanctions

Downing Street targets West Bank trade while attempting to reassure White House over symbolic impact.

United States

Canada’s US tariffs take effect as Trump threatens Bombardier aircraft sales

Ottawa targets US$20 billion in US goods after trade talks collapsed, with both sides digging in and analysts warning of further escalation.

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