Takaichi and Trump discuss China ahead of Xi visit to U.S.
The talks — the leaders' first formal summit since March — focused on issues surrounding China, including economic security.
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japantimes.co.jp
23.09.2026
US-China AI race: Does Trump want to regulate AI by forming a new task force and a special envoy for artificial intelligence in the US?
Do Trump's task force and a special envoy for artificial intelligence in the US indicate a move toward regulating this disputed technology, particularly vis-a-vis China?
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dw.com
22.09.2026
Chinese Coast Guard rams Philippine boat in South China Sea, sparking diplomatic clash
A Chinese Coast Guard vessel collided with a Philippine government ship in the South China Sea Friday, sparking a diplomatic dispute between Beijing, Manila and the U.S.
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foxnews.com
22.09.2026
EU spends three times more on imports from China than bloc exports there
Study shows trade deficit ran at more than €1bn a day in July, days before Xi Jinping’s summit with Donald TrumpBusiness live – latest updatesConsumers and businesses in the EU are spending three time
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theguardian.com
22.09.2026
China's Alibaba unveils new powerful chip and ambitious AI model plans
China's Alibaba has unveiled new plans for its AI model and new chip technologies, including what it claims is China's most powerful AI chip
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abcnews.com
22.09.2026
China’s Xi expected to press Trump to halt Taiwan arms sales under 1982 agreement
In return, Beijing is offering help to put pressure on Iran as the U.S.-led war in the Middle East drags on.
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japantimes.co.jp
22.09.2026
China’s 13-year-old Yu smashes Asian record for stunning 200m medley gold
Already Asia's fastest in the women's medley at 13, Yu's stunning trajectory raises questions of how much stronger she will be at the Olympics.
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japantimes.co.jp
22.09.2026
China’s selective crop buying tests U.S. trade truce before summit
The mixed signals ahead of this week's meeting in Washington underscore the fragility of a trade truce both sides have worked carefully to preserve.
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japantimes.co.jp
22.09.2026
China expels two top generals from party and military, alleging disloyalty
Zhang Youxia, the vice-chairman of China's Central Military Commission, and Liu Zhenli, a member of the commission, were also accused of corruption.
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japantimes.co.jp
22.09.2026
Opinion | AI’s Threat to China’s Control
Artificial intelligence isn’t very intelligent if its knowledge base is lies and propaganda.
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wsj.com
21.09.2026
As Trump-Xi summit nears, Europe is caught in middle of US-China rivalry
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's
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dw.com
21.09.2026
Why Helicopter Parents in China Buy Watches, Not Phones, for Their Kids
Children’s smartwatches are hugely popular in China for preteens, with some models offering advanced location tracking
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wsj.com
21.09.2026
China expels two top ‘disloyal’ military leaders from Communist Party
China removes two top generals over corruption, disloyalty as part of an ongoing anti-corruption crackdown.
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aljazeera.com
21.09.2026
What’s the US–China AI ‘hotline’ that Trump plans to pitch to Xi Jinping?
Washington and Beijing discuss AI hotline idea amid escalating competition and restrictions on advanced technologies.
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aljazeera.com
21.09.2026
Who is Yu Zidi, China’s 13-year-old swimming sensation?
The teen phenomenon won her second gold medal in the 200m medley in 2:06.10 to set a new Games and Asian record.
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aljazeera.com
21.09.2026
As US and China talk, middle powers jostle for position
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's
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dw.com
21.09.2026
US-China rivalry is reshaping global trade — and Europe is caught in the middle.
China's Xi Jinping is traveling to Washington this week. Regardless of what comes from his talks with US President Trump, the EU will likely remain stuck between erratic US trade policy and Beijing's
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dw.com
21.09.2026
China ‘wiretapped Red Sea’ with spy hub 6 miles from US base: ex Pentagon official warns
China's upgraded base near Camp Lemonnier features new antennas and signals intelligence assets turning the Red Sea into a surveillance hub.
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foxnews.com
21.09.2026
Can the US win the AI cold war with China?
US attempts to slow down Chinese progress on AI through economic restrictions could backfire.
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aljazeera.com
21.09.2026
China confirms Xi’s first trip to U.S. in nearly three years
The visit to Washington comes as a one-year trade truce winds down.
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japantimes.co.jp
21.09.2026