Trump-Xi summit expected to focus on Iran war, trade, AI and Taiwan
A planned summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping is expected to put the war in Iran, trade, artificial intelligence and Taiwan on the agenda.Expectations for the meeting are described as modest.The supplied reporting does not give a date, venue or further details on the format of the talks.It also does not say whether any agreements are expected.The meeting matters because it brings together the leaders of the United States and China at a time when several major disputes overlap.Those include economic tensions, technology competition and long-running questions over Taiwan.The reference to the war in Iran suggests the talks may... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 May 2026 05:31 LONDON
Xi Jinping's trust in China's generals comes under scrutiny
Xi Jinping's long effort to build up China's military has been accompanied by growing doubts about the generals he chose to lead it, according to the supplied report.The report says Xi spent 13 years strengthening the armed forces so they could rival those of the United States.It adds that, as the military became stronger, he trusted the generals less.No specific personnel changes, disciplinary actions or operational consequences are given in the supplied material.The report does not identify which commanders are affected or whether any formal response has been announced.The issue matters because the leadership of the People's Liberation Army is... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 May 2026 05:30 LONDON
