Donald Trump
Beijing’s Balancing Act: Xi Hedges Between Trump and Putin as Ukraine War Enters Third Year
China signals caution on Russia's Ukraine campaign while keeping Moscow close, revealing the limits of the no-limits partnership.
US and China Lock in Tariff Pause Through November, Leaving Core Disputes Unresolved
Beijing summit yields 30% US tariff ceiling and rare earth export relief, but semiconductor tensions and strategic competition framework signal tactical truce rather than lasting reset.
Xi Warns Trump Taiwan Could Trigger ‘Superpower Clashes’ in Starkest Red Line Yet
Chinese president directly told Trump that mishandling Taiwan risks bilateral conflict, marking Beijing's most explicit warning as US signals potential policy shifts on cross-strait support.
China’s Renminbi Hits 3-Year High as Xi Prepares to Meet Trump From Position of Strength
Currency appreciation to 6.81 per dollar signals Beijing's deflation exit and macro stabilization ahead of critical summit.
Trump Threatens to Fire Powell as May 15 Showdown Tests Fed Independence
President's ultimatum to Fed chair sets up constitutional clash over central bank autonomy amid inflation pressures and institutional credibility crisis.