Joe Biden

Palestinian activist takes deportation fight to US Supreme Court

20 Oct 2026 - 2:51PM

Islamic militancy

US Supreme Court rejects bid by accused 9/11 mastermind to revive plea deal

20 Oct 2026 - 11:07AM

Japan

In US-China rivalry, middle powers urged to be ‘indispensable’ chokepoints

By embedding deeply into supply chains, smaller countries that fear being squeezed out of global decision-making can offer a ‘best’ dish.

14 Oct 2026 - 9:01PMvideocam

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has described the shift among countries towards more diversified trade relationships as an expansion of global leadership. Photo: AFP

China-EU relations

The EU’s China dilemma: how to counter Beijing without alienating friends

Europe grapples with whether efforts to protect its industry from China mirror the US policies it previously railed against.

11 Oct 2026 - 7:00PMvideocam

US marks China’s National Day with pared-down note after Xi-Trump summit

Washington’s brief message omits the word ‘prosperity’ and makes no mention of Xi’s visit, offering a snapshot of shifting US-China ties.

1 Oct 2026 - 6:02PM

Why did Trump and Xi seal a deal on World War II soldiers’ missing remains?

Reviving the decades-long effort is one of the ‘least controversial’ ways the two nations can cooperate, observers say.

1 Oct 2026 - 12:22AMvideocam

A US representative carries a casket during the handover ceremony for the remains of US pilots in Chengdu, southwest China’s Sichuan province, on October 22, 2015. Photo Xinhua

Middle East

US forces set to complete exit from Iraq after 2 decades

Departure from Iraq bases seen as a boost to Iran and its allies, even as Washington wages war against Tehran.

29 Sep 2026 - 3:38PM

Judge blocks Trump from tying anti-terrorism grants to election changes

Washington district judge rules FEMA exceeded authority by requiring election changes to unlock US$1.1 billion in security grants.

29 Sep 2026 - 1:43PM

Trump announces US$15 billion Iowa steel plant, claiming it will be largest in US

Trump’s announcement appears aimed at giving Republicans a positive message ahead of November’s midterm elections.

29 Sep 2026 - 12:38PM

US President Donald Trump making the steel plant announcement. Photo: EPA

Video | Trump and Xi share rare laugh at Joe Biden’s expense

Trump’s autopen remark during a White House tour prompts the Chinese leader to laugh audibly at his host’s mockery of former president Joe Biden.

25 Sep 2026 - 3:54PM

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping look at an image of an autopen signing former U.S. President Joe Biden's signature at the "Presidential Walk of Fame" in the Colonnade of the White House in Washington, D.C., US, September 24, 2026. REUTERS/Evan Vucci

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Trump autopen joke at Biden’s expense draws rare laugh from China’s Xi

Trump autopen remark during White House tour prompts the Chinese leader to respond audibly to his host’s mockery of the former president.

25 Sep 2026 - 3:16PMvideocam

Pat on the back? Xi and Trump’s body language speaks volumes

From firm handshakes and arm touches to bows and laughs, an expert decodes the gestures as the two leaders meet in Washington.

25 Sep 2026 - 11:00AM

Inside Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan’s visit to the Smithsonian’s Peacock Room

The celebrated museum’s Chinese art collection and longstanding ties with China made it a fitting stop for first ladies’ 45-minute tour.

25 Sep 2026 - 6:50AM

US first lady Melania Trump and Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art in Washington on Thursday. Photo: Xinhua

Summits for all diplomatic seasons: how the US has set the stage for Xi Jinping

From informal walk-and-talks to a state dinner, Chinese leader’s past meetings reveal the roles of personal rapport and official diplomacy.

24 Sep 2026 - 5:54PMvideocam

Chinese President Xi Jinping (left) and then US president Barack Obama chat as they take a walk at the Annenberg Retreat at Sunnylands in Rancho Mirage, California, on June 8, 2013. Photo: AFP

Xi-Trump summit: China’s state car has already proved a match for the US ‘Beast’

The custom-built Hongqi N701 caught the eye of then-president Biden when he met the Chinese leader in San Francisco in 2023.

23 Sep 2026 - 9:07PM

China hawks grumble over Trump’s lavish welcome planned for Xi state visit

Chorus of disapproval rises ahead of the Chinese leader’s arrival, even as others say the welcome is the show, not the deal.

23 Sep 2026 - 7:00PMvideocam

Exclusive | China, US may unveil measures to boost military ties when Xi visits Washington

Two sides have been discussing ways to improve communication channels, according to sources familiar with the talks.

17 Sep 2026 - 11:05PM

The US and China are discussing ways to strengthen military links – a rare bright spot in the relationship. Photo: Reuters

Donald Trump presses China on fentanyl precursors ahead of US summit

White House designates China as the top source of core synthetic drug chemicals despite joint enforcement progress.

17 Sep 2026 - 5:14PMvideocam

China-India relations

Will ‘transactional’ America assist India in a future border crisis with China?

India’s relations with US have frayed over trade and tariffs recently, but strong defence ties still remain between the two countries.

16 Sep 2026 - 5:34AMvideocam

ICE death, AI military strike proposal, Huawei trial: 7 US-China relations reads

From a drone ban to birth tourism, here are highlights from the SCMP’s overseas correspondents in the first half of September 2026.

15 Sep 2026 - 10:00PM

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents stand guard holding less-lethal weapons as protesters gather outside Delaney Hall, which is being used as an ICE detention center, in Newark, New Jersey, in June. Photo: AFP/Getty Images/TNS

Newsom reveals scenario that would keep him out of 2028 White House race

California governor says both he and former vice-president Kamala Harris campaigning would be a ‘gift’ to Republicans.

15 Sep 2026 - 3:23PM

California Governor Gavin Newsom. Photo: AP

On This Day | America faces ‘darkest hour’ as 9/11 attacks unfold in 2001 – SCMP archive

Two hijacked planes destroyed the World Trade Centre on September 11, 2001, leaving thousands dead and a nation in shock.

11 Sep 2026 - 10:30AM

Huawei goes on trial in US for racketeering after nearly decade of litigation

Chinese tech giant accused of engineering a racketeering conspiracy to steal American technology and unfairly gain an industry advantage.

10 Sep 2026 - 8:23AMvideocam

Semiconductors

Attack the chokepoints: how years of US export curbs reshaped China’s tech scene

China’s tech start-ups now focus far more on key ‘chokepoint’ technologies, especially in the chip supply chain, Morgan Stanley report finds.

3 Sep 2026 - 3:22PMvideocam

A sign for Shanghai’s Star Market, a Nasdaq-style tech board, is seen before a listing ceremony at the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2019. Photo: Reuters

Trump calls for ‘punishment’ of NBC journalist over endorsement coverage

US president targets Kristen Welker after she noted ‘mixed results’ in primary races, prompting NBC to defend its anchor.

31 Aug 2026 - 11:01AM

US President Donald Trump dismisses a question from NBC News correspondent Kristen Welker in 2019. Photo: Reuters

US judge blocks rule implementing Trump plan to curb mail-in ballots

A Trump administration appeal is expected as both parties battle for control of Congress in the midterms.

28 Aug 2026 - 10:51AM