SHOCKING: 15 - What They Never Told You

The Guardian view on Trump and Xi: a show of friendship, but no real attempt to address the tensions

Editorial: The Chinese leader’s visit to Washington appears to have done nothing to shift the stalemate in bilateral relations

The Guardian - UK · Sep 25

America laughs as Trump pivots from 'Kung Flu' to hug Xi’s panda diplomacy

TOI correspondent from Washington: Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington DC to negotiate trade, technology, tariffs and the future of the global economy. Instead, he got the most elaborate housewarming party ever thrown by a man desperate to impress his guest.

The Times of India · Sep 25

Pandas then, pandas now: Trump and Xi are well past Nixon-era magic

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping recently met in Washington to symbolize cooperation in US-China relations. The summit featured the announcement of two pandas to Zo Atlanta as a gesture of friendship. They extended a trade truce rather than resolving major economic disputes or tariffs. Despite strategic rivalry, both countries aim…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

US supreme court rejects Republican-drawn midterm map in Missouri for third time – as it happened

Long-running fight over Trump-backed maps takes another turn as absentee voting is already under way in Missouri. This blog is now closed.

The Guardian - US · Sep 25

India left more exposed to Trump's 100% oil threat as China gets tariff breather

India could find itself more exposed to US tariff pressure over Russian oil after Washington and Beijing extended their Busan trade truce until January 10, 2027, according to GTRI. The think tank's founder Ajay Srivastava argues that China's tariff breathing room leaves New Delhi facing greater risk from Trump's new…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

In China, the Xi-Trump summit is seen as projecting image of the country's rise

U.S. President Donald Trump held a high-profile meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, in Washington. Chinese state media highlighted this encounter, reflecting a surge in national pride among citizens regarding China's global standing. The summit emphasized a commitment to collaboration on trade and security areas,…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Direct flights, education ties, youth mobility next focus as India-NZ strategic partnership deepens: High Commissioner Patrick Rata

The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement is set to take effect on October 20, boosting bilateral ties. It will facilitate greater direct connectivity, particularly through hopes for direct flights. Increased collaboration in education and research between New Zealand and Indian institutions is anticipated. This agreement will also create opportunities for…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Trump’s bald eagle gift to Xi: What it means

US President Donald Trump presented Chinese President Xi Jinping with a sculpture of a bald eagle, the national symbol of the United States, during a state dinner at the White House in Washington.

The Times of India · Sep 25

How Trump's diplomatic week exposed the limits of his power

US President Donald Trump sought to project diplomatic strength through his UN address and summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, but the week produced limited breakthroughs. The Iran war, strained ties with allies, Ukraine and the US-China relationship continue to challenge his foreign policy agenda, according to Reuters and analysts.

The Economic Times · Sep 25

From Athens to Washington: What is the ‘Thucydides Trap’ Chinese President Xi keeps invoking

During discussions with US leaders, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the concept of the Thucydides Trap, advocating for peaceful coexistence between the two nations. His repeated calls for mutual respect convey Beijing’s desire to evade conflict with the US. Historical instances suggest that shifts in power do not inevitably lead…

The Times of India · Sep 25