US lawmakers and national security experts debated strategies to counter China's growing influence while safeguarding civil liberties, academic openness and scientific leadership. The discussion covered technology protection, foreign investment, university research, immigration reforms and counter-intelligence capabilities during a congressional hearing
The United States has revoked the visa of a Xinhua employee in an apparent response to China's expulsion of New York Times correspondent Vivian Wang. The move marks a rare direct retaliation and highlights growing tensions over media access and press freedom
US President Donald Trump received a rare red‑carpet welcome in Beijing, with Vice President Han Zheng breaking protocol to greet him at the airport. His visit, accompanied by top American CEOs including Elon Musk and Tim Cook, signals high‑stakes talks with President Xi Jinping on trade, technology, Taiwan, and the Iran war.
US President Donald Trump will visit China from May 13-15 for talks with President Xi Jinping amid Gulf tensions, tariff negotiations and Taiwan-related disputes. The visit, first by a US president in nearly nine years, will include trade discussions and bilateral meetings in Beijing
China will send two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, to Zoo Atlanta under a 10-year conservation deal. The move strengthens US–China “panda diplomacy” amid strained ties and upcoming high-level political engagement
US President Donald Trump warned of imposing 50% tariffs on countries supplying weapons to Iran, saying the threat was aimed at China. While downplaying the likelihood, he cited reports of missile supplies and cautioned of strict action if confirmed
US President Donald Trump said he expects a “fantastic” trade deal with Chinese leader Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over rare earth exports. Trump confirmed plans to meet Xi at the APEC summit, despite threats of new 100% tariffs.
