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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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45th President of the United States of America
US President Donald Trump speaks during a rally in Grand Island, Nebraska, on Monday. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Trump says Iran could ‘take out’ Los Angeles or San Diego, drawing backlash

The US president said this would be a ‘very small price to pay’, as he insisted that the war with Iran was almost over.

Britain

UK police arrest seventh man linked to security incident at US-run airbase

United States

Iceland is ‘critical outpost’ for security, Rubio says during visit

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Singapore

Singaporean massage parlour boss added to US ‘worst criminal aliens list’

Prostitution ring operator Jing Emtage becomes the third Singaporean named on the US list ahead of her deportation.

"A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement badge. ICE's "Worst of the Worst" list prioritises the arrest and deportation of non-citizens convicted of serious crimes. Photo: Getty Images/TNS
US-China relations

Opinion | 2-month trade truce reveals truth about US-China economic ties

As long as the US’ transactional strategy towards China remains unchanged, the rhythm of crisis and managed de-escalation will continue.

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India

‘A show of strength’: US F-35 stealth jets join Indian air drills

Joint drills offer New Delhi a glimpse of fifth-generation US air power, though analysts say Washington is keeping its top tech under wraps.

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

Letters | Xi-Trump meeting mattered more than was first apparent

Readers discuss what the summit achieved, the last word on AI adoption, and AI writing.

US President Donald Trump shows Chinese President Xi Jinping Marine One and the new helipad on the South Lawn of the White House after their bilateral meeting, in Washington on September 24. Photo: AFP
United States

Trump approves firing squad execution for US military base shooter

Decision sets up the first execution by the US military in decades following the Pentagon’s recommendation for 2009 shooting.

Japan

‘Intense anger’: US marine’s arrest in Okinawa woman’s death fuels base backlash

Residents say the killing of an Okinawan woman shows they are paying the price of shouldering Japan’s heaviest security burden.

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US Politics

Backlash forces Trump to pay for TV ads featuring himself

US president agrees to use personal and Maga committee funds following criticism over spots ahead of midterms.

US President Donald Trump speaks with reporters on the South Lawn of the White House. Photo: Reuters
Britain

Trump says US moved bombers from UK airbase after threats

Comments contradict Secretary of State Marco Rubio following sudden departure of B-1 aircraft from RAF Fairford.

A B-1 bomber taking off from RAF Fairford airbase. Photo: @CraigYoungMedia via Reuters
US-China relations

Mainland Chinese favour diplomacy to achieve Taiwan reunification with caveats

China Pulse study also reveals faith in the US remains low, although still support for engaging with Washington on trade and security issues.

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2026 Xi-Trump summits

Exclusive | Beijing wanted more from Xi’s state visit to Washington

Sources say US knocked back proposals such as engagement with the business community and public, talks on AI and security issues.

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Canada

Separatists win Quebec election in fresh test for Canada’s Carney

Parti Quebecois secures minority government as the incoming leader promises a future independence referendum.

Parti Quebecois supporters cheer as members of the party are elected. Photo: AFP
United States

US to announce US$150 million for Alaska power lines as Vance visits state

The US vice-president will also rally voters for Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, who is in a re-election battle with Democrat Mary Peltola.

US Vice-President J.D. Vance speaks to reporters before boarding Air Force Two to travel to Alaska, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland on Monday. Photo: Pool via Reuters
US-China relations

US search for missing airmen in China gains new attention after Xi-Trump summit

Access to crash sites and wartime Chinese archives is key to resolving about 700 cases and bringing missing US servicemen home.

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China economy

State media highlights China’s economic potential following Xi-Trump summit

The 10 articles ran under the pen name ‘Jinxuan’, widely believed to be associated with the National Development and Reform Commission.

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China-Latin America relations

Brazil-China ties in focus as Bolsonaro gets election edge over Lula

Flavio Bolsonaro won an upset victory in the first round of Brazil’s presidential election, setting up a run-off on October 25.

Supporters of Flavio Bolsonaro march with an effigy of US President Donald Trump holding a doll depicting Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva as a prisoner in Sao Paulo, Brazil, during an Independence Day event on September 7. Photo: AP
Hong Kong economy

8 more firms from Belt and Road Initiative countries apply for IPOs in Hong Kong

Trade promotion chief Frederick Ma says interest in Hong Kong’s capital markets has surged in Central Asia since official delegation visited region in June.

US-China relations

Days after Xi-Trump summit, top Taiwan diplomat opens de facto consulate in US

No Washington stop planned during the three-day visit to Arizona’s semiconductor corridor, sources said.

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United States

FBI chief Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins announce engagement

Pair share social media post as country artist quips she ‘got the law involved’.

Alexis Wilkins and FBI Director Kash Patel. Photo: AP
United States

No trial, no ties: Laotian man freed after 14 months in eSwatini prison

Around 500 have been deported to African countries that are not their home nations since the third-country programme began last year.

The Matsapha Correctional Complex in Matsapha, eSwatini, where third country deportees are being held. Photo: AP
2026 Xi-Trump summits

Open Questions | Zheng Yongnian on battling for the upper hand ahead of the next China-US summit

Political scientist evaluates China-US relations, AI dialogue, and why head-of-state diplomacy remains vital for global stability.

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Britain

US removes bombers from UK base after security incident

Redeployment from RAF Fairford comes as British authorities link thwarted plot to Tehran.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Serb separatist Dodik declares victory for his party in Bosnia election

Milorad Dodik credits support from Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump as ally secures seat in country’s tripartite presidency.

Milorad Dodik said his party had retained power in the entity and its seat on the shared presidency. Photo: Reuters
US, Israel war on Iran

Iran tells US there is no military solution to war as talks hit impasse

Tehran’s top diplomat vows a stronger response to any fresh confrontation as diplomacy over the Strait of Hormuz stalls.

Iranian women volunteers receive military training in central Tehran. Photo: West Asia News Agency via Reuters
Americas and the Caribbean

Brazil heads to run-off between Lula and pro-Trump Senator Flavio Bolsonaro

Right-wing senator takes surprise first-round lead over Brazil’s 80-year-old president.

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US-China relations

China urged to build ‘system’ to protect expanding overseas interests

Analysis calls for strategic shift, with more diplomatic engagement to reshape the rules and deeper security cooperation with other nations.

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