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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
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Signalling strain between the leaders, Trump complained that details of Netanyahu’s planned talking points on Iran had surfaced publicly.

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India

Washington offers India a tariff olive branch – for now

New Delhi avoided a higher tariff rate via a timely policy change, but US demands and Russian oil friction leave a trade deal in limbo.

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United States

Tate brothers to remain in US jail as they fight extradition to UK

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China-Latin America relations

Brazil turns to China trade deal after Trump tariffs, as years of resistance end

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Canada

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James Comey

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US, Israel war on Iran

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India

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Israel-Gaza war

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US, Israel war on Iran

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Cuba

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo: AP
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