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Xi heads into Trump visit after making China into a global force since 2015

Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit to Washington this week marks a shift in relations

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Australia has 'strong cards' to stand up to US on AI

When it comes to regulating technology, Australia should be a beacon for resisting US and China pressure, according to an expert.

AAP · Sep 23

XI's US State Visit Begins With China's Stark 'Four Red Lines' Message to Trump

China has warned the US against challenging four issues, led by Taiwan, ahead of Xi Jinping's expected meeting with Donald Trump amid disputes over security, human rights, technology and trade.

International Business Times UK · Sep 23

Soybeans Correcting Lower Ahead of Trump/Xi Meeting

Soybeans are trading with losses as traders square up ahead of the US/China meeting this week. Contracts are down 10 to 12 ¼ cents. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price is down 11 3/4 cents at $12.54. Soymeal futures are up a dime to down $1.30 to $2.40, as...

Barchart · Sep 23

Trump-Xi Summit Is Coming: 3 Areas Investors Should Watch

The upcoming Trump-Xi summit could move markets, with investors closely watching developments in trade, AI and semiconductors, agriculture, and rare earths.

Barchart · Sep 23

Rebalancing of trade with China 'existential' for EU, Commissioner Séjourné tells Euronews

The EU Industry Commissioner warned that the EU will consider using punitive trade measures if Beijing does not rebalance the trade deficit, which costs the bloc thousands of jobs every week.

Euronews · Sep 23

Why Iran looms large over Trump-Xi talks in White House

US President Donald Trump is planning to address Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding China's support for Iran. The discussion will follow reports linking Chinese entities to lethal satellite imagery provided to Iran prior to an attack. This attack on US troops in Jordan killed three soldiers and wounded others, marking…

The Times of India · Sep 23

China to test supersonic jet, aims to cut Beijing-Shanghai travel time by 75% for 1,075-km trip

China’s TMS-10 project is moving towards a planned supersonic test as researchers work on technology for quieter passenger aircraft. The demonstrator is designed around Mach 2 flight and a low-boom aerodynamic configuration, while a future 10- to 15-seat aircraft is envisioned. NASA is pursuing a separate low-noise approach through its…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

She turned America’s waste paper into Chinese packaging: How Zhang Yin built her billion-dollar empire

Zhang Yin launched her paper-trading venture in Hong Kong in 1985 with a simple investment strategy. Spotting a lucrative market in collecting waste paper from the United States to ship to China, she founded America Chung Nam, eventually becoming the top exporter of this recyclable material. Expanding further, she created…

The Times of India · Sep 23

Xi to visit Washington without Chinese CEO delegation: Report

China's President Xi Jinping is set to visit Washington, but without the expected delegation of business leaders. The absence is attributed to the White House's other priorities and concerns over military links. Chinese representatives had been finalized to join Xi's trip, but changes occurred in the plans. A state dinner…

The Economic Times · Sep 23