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Donald John Trump, born June 14, 1946, became the 45th president of the United States in 2017, after he defeated Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in the general election of 2016. His unpredictable tenure saw the beginning of a trade war between the US and China. The trade war persisted after he left office following a 2020 defeat to Joe Biden. In 2024 he mounted a third campaign, defeating Biden's then-VP, Kamala Harris, to earn a second term as president.
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14 Jun 1946
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45th President of the United States of America
US President Donald Trump announces plans for a new class of warships called the “Golden Fleet” at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida, in December. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

Trump’s ‘Golden Fleet’ shipbuilding push to give US military and strategic edge

US Secretary of the Navy John Phelan says it’s essential US matches China’s superior production capacity and manufacturing workforce.

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Jeffrey Epstein

Ford suspends worker who heckled Trump and got flipped off by US president

United States

FBI raids home of US journalist who reported on Trump firings

Israel-Gaza war

US says Gaza entering next phase of ceasefire plan, including disarming Hamas

The US expects Hamas to immediately return the final deceased hostage, Steve Witkoff says.

Palestinians walk through the ruins of destroyed buildings as the sun sets over Gaza City on January 4. Photo: AP
United States

US halts visas for 75 countries indefinitely; China not on the list

Trump administration pauses immigrant visa processing from January 21, affecting applicants worldwide while exempting key visa categories.

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US-China relations

Brazil-China trade hits record US$171 billion in 2025 as US tariffs prompt pivot

The US is a distant second in trade volume with Brazil as Beijing helps soften the impact of Washington’s levies.

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Brics

Could the Iran crisis push Global South blocs to deepen security ties?

A lack of response from the SCO and Brics could have a negative impact on the groups – but the crisis could also bring them closer.

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US President Donald Trump has threatened “very strong action” if Iranian authorities begin executing anti-government protesters. Photo: AFP
United States

‘Fundamental disagreement’ with Trump remains over Greenland, Denmark says

Hours before talks at the White House, the US president said anything less than having the island in American hands was ‘unacceptable’.

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Ukraine war

Opinion | Why Russia is gambling on a protracted war in Ukraine

Despite a stagnating economy and mounting casualties on the battlefield, Moscow believes it can wait out Ukrainian and Western resolve.

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Vladimir Putin

How Putin’s focus on Ukraine war leaves allies Venezuela, Iran and Cuba exposed

Russia’s war in Ukraine leaves allies Venezuela, Iran and Cuba vulnerable, exposing security failures and eroding trust in Moscow’s global influence.

Russian President Vladimir Putin greets Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro at the Kremlin during their May 2025 meeting in Moscow. Photo: Reuters
Iran

Iran signals fast trials and executions for detained protesters

As the death toll surpasses 2,500, Iran’s judiciary chief calls for fast action for suspects arrested over protests.

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Iranian security forces watch over a pro-government rally in Tehran on Monday. Photo: Getty Images via TNS
US immigration

At least 4 migrants have died in US ICE custody since start of 2026

Reported deaths occurred in the first 10 days of the year; two of them attributed to ‘heart-related issues’.

Iran

Trump vs Iran: Gulf allies fear US ‘help’ may unleash chaos

Qatar and Saudi Arabia are urging against military action, even as the US president teases that ‘help is on its way’.

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New Zealand

New Zealand central bank chief scolded for poking nose in Trump-Fed feud

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters reminded Anna Breman to ‘stick to domestic monetary policy’.

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New Zealand central bank chief Anna Breman. Photo: Reuters
US-Venezuela conflict

Letters | The strategic calculations behind Trump’s Venezuela raid

Readers discuss the objectives of the US raid on Venezuela, why the episode pleases China and Russia, and how to help Shenzhen shine as a global city.

US President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with oil executives in the East Room of the White House in Washington on January 9. Trump aims to convince them to support his plans for Venezuela. Photo: AFP
China trade

As China’s US exports plunge, Beijing banks on diversification for 2026 growth

Shipments to Asean and Africa surged to drive a record US$1.19 trillion surplus for China, offsetting headwinds as leaders push to boost local demand.

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US Politics

Trump flips off factory worker after Epstein taunt

The White House defended the US president’s gesture as an ‘appropriate’ response to a ‘lunatic’ heckler at a Michigan auto plant.

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United States

Not ‘Trump-compatible’? China expert Rudd exits Australia’s US ambassador role

Kevin ‌Rudd left his post a year ‍earlier than planned following criticism from US President Donald Trump at White House meeting in October.

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Australia’s ambassador to the United States, Kevin Rudd, is stepping down a year earlier than expected and is returning to lead the Asia Society think tank. Photo: TNS
China energy security

Can China’s cheap, renewable energy help it outrun the US in the AI race?

China’s energy buildout means cheap, green and reliable electricity fuels its manufacturing and tech industries, giving it an edge over rivals.

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US-China relations

Chinese student numbers at Harvard rise despite Trump visa crackdown

Enrolment from mainland China grew 4.5% in 2025 even as Washington tightened vetting and revoked thousands of student visas.

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Greenland

Greenland says ‘we choose Denmark’, as talks with Trump officials loom

The island would rather remain Danish than be taken over by the US, its leader says, despite ongoing discussions about independence.

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A “Nu det NUUK!” cap with a “Make America Go Away” slogan is displayed in a clothing store in Copenhagen on Monday. Photo: AFP
United States

Clintons refuse to testify in Epstein probe, defying Republican threats

Lawmakers from Trump’s party have zeroed in on Bill Clinton’s ties to the financier, as they wrestle with the Epstein files fallout.

Former US president Bill Clinton and former secretary of state Hillary Clinton in 2024. Photo: AP
Obituaries

Scott Adams, Dilbert cartoonist and Trump fan, dead at 68

Ex-wife shares a final message from the artist, whose comic strip lampooned office life and whose career flagged after a racist rant.

Middle East

Trump urges on protesters in Iran as crackdown death toll surges

As Tehran accuses the US of inciting violence, Trump warns of ‘very strong action’ if Iran hangs protesters.

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China-Middle East relations

Why China may not act in Iran even if it has ‘more to lose’ than in Venezuela

Beijing is likely to see the current anti-government protests as an ‘urgent’ situation, but analysts do not expect it to intervene directly.

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Iran has been gripped by waves of anti-government protests. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

Opinion | Trump’s audacious imperialism will only propel China’s rise

Far from setting China back, Trump’s foreign policy is bolstering the case for viewing Beijing as the driver of a more equitable world.

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United States

Republican bill eyes Greenland as 51st US state in Trump’s arctic power play

Republican congressman from Florida, Randy Fine introduced a bill to annex Greenland, citing national security.

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Britain

BBC moves to dismiss Trump’s US$10 billion lawsuit over edited January 6 speech

Lawyers for the broadcaster will argue the Florida court lacks jurisdiction and Trump’s 2024 election win proves he suffered no professional harm.

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