Economists predict a significant slowdown or drop in Chinese exports in 2025 due to possible new US duties. Goldman Sachs expects a 0.9% decline in exports, which will affect China's overall GDP growth.
The German chancellor wants to visit Trump after he takes office on January 20. The visit is planned before the early elections in Germany, which are expected on February 23.
China's top diplomat said on Tuesday that he hoped the new administration of US President-elect Donald Trump would “make the right choice” and work with Beijing, hours after Trump told reporters that the COVID-19 pandemic had complicated his relationship with his “friend” Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The Chinese leader will not attend Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony in Washington, despite a personal invitation. China will be represented by Ambassador Xie Feng and his wife.
The Chinese leader met with russian Security Council Deputy Chairman medvedev to discuss the war in Ukraine. Xi Jinping stated that three principles should be observed to prevent the escalation of the conflict.
Donald Trump has invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to the inauguration ceremony on January 20. According to the State Department, foreign leaders have never before attended a transfer of power ceremony in the United States.
Donald Trump announced the appointment of ex-senator David Purdue as the new US ambassador to China. Purdue, who has a background in Asia and has supported challenging the 2020 election, will replace Nicholas Burns.
Beijing has banned the supply of gallium, germanium and other metals to the United States after new US restrictions on chips. Chinese trade associations have called for a reduction in purchases of American chips.
Mark Rutte warned Trump about the threat to the United States from the alliance of China, Iran and the DPRK in the event of a peace agreement unfavorable for Ukraine. The NATO Secretary General pointed out the risks of the transfer of missile technology between these countries.
China has launched an investigation into Defense Minister Dongjun on suspicion of corruption. This is the third consecutive head of the Chinese defense ministry who has been under investigation for corruption.
Liu Lianghe was sentenced to death with a two-year suspended sentence for bribery worth $17 million. He had illegally approved loans worth 3.32 billion yuan, resulting in losses of 190 million yuan.
The German chancellor expressed dissatisfaction with the absence in the G20 declaration of a reference to Russia's responsibility for the war in Ukraine. He also criticized the wording of the document on the conflict in the Gaza Strip.
At the G20 summit, the French president called on Xi Jinping to help prevent nuclear escalation by Russia. Macron also expressed concern about military cooperation between North Korea and Russia.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Russian aggression in Ukraine. The leaders of the world's two largest economies discussed the principles of peaceful coexistence and strategic partnership.
China is canceling a 13% tax rebate on aluminum and copper exports starting December 1. This led to a drop in the shares of Chinese companies, while their international competitors showed growth.
At the APEC summit, Biden urged Xi Jinping to persuade North Korea not to provide military assistance to Russia. The leaders also agreed on human control over nuclear weapons without the use of artificial intelligence.
During his meeting with Biden, Chinese leader Xi Jinping expressed his willingness to cooperate with the future Trump administration.
Biden plans to discuss the DPRK's involvement in Russia's war against Ukraine with the Chinese leader at the APEC summit. The meeting will take place on November 16 in Lima and will be Biden's last as president.
The leaders of China and Japan held their first meeting to discuss issues between the two countries. Japan asked for the ban on seafood to be lifted and for the security of Japanese in China to be strengthened.
US President Joe Biden arrived in Lima to attend the APEC summit, where he will hold a key meeting with China's leader. He is also scheduled to hold talks with the leaders of Peru, Japan, and South Korea on important international issues.
Seoul is considering direct arms supplies to Ukraine because of the DPRK's activity in the war. The decision will depend on Pyongyang's actions and Trump's future policy toward Ukraine.
The US and Chinese presidents will meet on November 16 at the APEC summit in Lima to discuss key issues of cooperation. Topics include military contacts, China's support for Russia, cyberattacks, and human rights.
US Secretary of State Blinken travels to Brussels to coordinate further support for Ukraine with NATO and EU partners. The visit takes place against the backdrop of Trump's election victory and North Korean troops' participation in the war on the side of Russia.
Kevin Rudd, Australia's ambassador to Washington, D. C., has deleted his previous critical comments about Donald Trump. The Australian Prime Minister spoke with Trump about the AUKUS agreement and security issues.
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the primaries and called for stable relations between the two countries. The leaders held a telephone conversation to discuss a “new era” of cooperation.
At a garment factory in Karachi, a security guard wounded two Chinese citizens, one of them in serious condition. The incident follows a series of attacks on Chinese citizens in Pakistan, which has caused concern in Beijing.
Brazil's armed forces will provide security during the G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro in November. Joe Biden and Xi Jinping are expected to attend the event, among other world leaders.
The President of Ukraine said that countries declaring neutrality in the war are actually supporting Russia. Zelenskyy criticized the position of the BRICS summit participants and the UN Secretary General on “neutrality.
China has launched a diplomatic “charm offensive” against US allies amid a possible Trump victory. Beijing is seeking to improve relations with Japan, India, Britain and Australia over economic concerns.
Beijing is showing signs of discontent with the DPRK's deepening ties with Russia after sending 12,000 North Korean soldiers. China fears destabilization in the region and a return to the Cold War model.