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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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Israel-Gaza war

Gaza’s violent reality: hundreds have been killed since October ceasefire

At least 556 Palestinians have died in Israeli strikes, while four Israeli soldiers have been killed in the same period.

Ukraine war

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Africa

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US ‘Today’ show host appeals to mother’s kidnapper for proof of life

Savannah Guthrie’s emotional appeal came three days after her elderly mother went missing from her home.

Hong Kong stock market

Alibaba, Kuaishou, SMIC drop in Hong Kong tech sell-off on AI fears

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Canada

‘Devil’s in the details’: why Asia may not sign up to Canada’s alliance call

While Canadian PM Mark Carney’s vision appeals to many, analysts say a lack of detail and divergent interests make a unified front unlikely.

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US-China trade war

Canada’s former deputy PM hopes for less economic dependency on China in future

Canada’s former deputy prime minister supports economic system ‘in which China works’ but other countries’ vulnerabilities are limited.

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Japan

Could a ‘shock’ Pyongyang visit cement Japan PM Takaichi’s snap election bid?

Despite scepticism, a leading campaigner claims Pyongyang is ready to return surviving abductees for ‘immediate, large-scale’ aid.

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United States

California can use new map for midterms despite last-ditch bid by Trump admin

The US Supreme Court rejected a Republican appeal against the use of the electoral map, which could help the Democrats flip up to five seats.

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United States

Washington Post cutting hundreds of jobs, as US media faces Trump pressure

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The Washington Post office building is seen in Washington on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
Middle East

Trump says Iran leaders should be ‘very worried’ as talks near

Negotiations will take place in Oman, but there is disagreement over whether Tehran’s missile programme will be discussed.

Ryan Routh

Ryan Routh, who tried to shoot Trump at golf course, gets life in prison

Prosecutors argued that the would-be assassin was unrepentant and had never apologised.

Ukraine war

Ukraine and Russia wrap ‘productive’ first day of US-backed peace talks

The negotiations in Abu Dhabi focused on Moscow’s territorial demands and the fate of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

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US-China relations

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United States

Trump border tsar removing 700 immigration officers from Minnesota

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US-China relations

Xi speaks with Trump hours after video chat with Putin, talks Taiwan, Ukraine

Chinese readout says Xi urged caution on US arms sales to Taiwan as Trump pledged dialogue to keep bilateral relations positive and stable.

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Iran

US-Iran nuclear talks set for Oman amid rising Middle East tensions

Planned talks moving from Turkey after a US jet downs an Iranian drone, though the role of regional Arab allies remains in limbo.

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US-China relations

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China-EU relations

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Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation

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Vietnam

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Space

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Currencies

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United States

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US president George Bush and Soviet president Mikhail Gorbachev exchange documents after signing the START arms reduction treaty on July 31, 1991. Photo: Reuters
Colombia

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Colombian President Gustavo Petro meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday. Photo: Colombia Presidency via dpa
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