December 4, 02:10 PM • 27261 viewsEuropean officials are trying to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, and the United States is considering its decision on the conflict within two weeks. The situation remains dangerous, but there is a window for a diplomatic solution.
Russian President Putin and PRC leader Xi Jinping will meet on September 2 in Beijing. The next day, both leaders will take part in celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over Japan.
The Chinese leader called on the parties to de-escalate and expressed China's readiness to help restore peace in the Middle East. China has begun evacuating its citizens from Israel and Iran.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in Astana to attend the second China-Central Asia Summit. The summit is expected to put the six countries on the path to a closer community.
The White House announced that the United States and China have reached an agreement on rare earth elements, which must be approved by Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. At the same time, the American president is reviewing certain details of the agreement, his spokeswoman said.
Donald Trump announced the conclusion of a trade agreement with China, subject to approval by the leaders of both countries. The US will receive 55% of duties, China – 10%, relations between the countries will improve.
The US and China have reached a preliminary agreement to restore the flow of goods between the countries. The leaders of the countries must approve the proposals, after which the countries will proceed to their implementation.
The US and China are planning talks in London on June 9 regarding the export of rare earth minerals. Trump said China would resume supplying minerals and magnets to the US.
The President of China has agreed to allow the supply of rare earth minerals and magnets to the United States. This may reduce tensions in trade relations between the countries.
Donald Trump announced that American representatives will meet with a Chinese delegation on June 9 in London to discuss the trade agreement. He expressed hope that the negotiations will be successful.
Brent and WTI oil prices are rising amid the resumption of trade talks between the US and China. Saudi Arabia has cut oil prices for Asia.
US President Donald Trump has spoken positively about a potential trade agreement with the European Union. Trump hopes for an agreement, otherwise the US will impose tariffs.
US President Donald Trump announced a telephone conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, where they discussed a trade agreement. The parties also plan to meet working groups for further negotiations.
Xi Jinping held telephone talks with Donald Trump. The conversation took place at the request of the American president, despite disagreements between the countries.
Prices stabilized after falling more than 1% due to increased gasoline and diesel inventories in the US. Saudi Arabia also cut July prices for Asia.
China has expressed dissatisfaction with the US statement on the events in Tiananmen Square, calling it a distortion of historical facts and interference in internal affairs. The United States honored the memory of the victims.
The price of gold has barely changed after speculation about a possible conversation between the leaders of the United States and China. The growing appetite for risk has affected the demand for metals.
Trump hopes for a conversation with the Chinese leader to change trade negotiations, although the White House does not expect significant changes. China considers Trump unpredictable.
The escalation of the Russian war in Ukraine and a new threat from Trump to double tariffs on steel and aluminum have forced investors to seek refuge in gold. Spot gold rose 0.7% to $3311.33 per ounce.
Gold fell by 0. 5% due to the strengthening of the dollar. Investors are waiting for data on the personal consumption expenditure price index in the US to assess the further policy of the Federal Reserve.
Trump's actions and statements indicate a desire to divide spheres of influence between the US, Russia and China. This may be beneficial to China and Russia, which seek to reduce the US presence in the world.
The Chinese army has increased its readiness for a surprise attack on Taiwan. PLA military aircraft enter Taiwan's air defense zone more than 245 times a month.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Berlin to discuss future technical negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Friedrich Merz plans to inform about the new package of EU sanctions against Russia.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz had a telephone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping, calling on China to join efforts to cease fire in the Russian-Ukrainian war.
Emmanuel Macron reported on a telephone conversation with Xi Jinping, where they discussed the war in Ukraine and economic relations. Both leaders strive for a lasting peace and will cooperate to achieve it.
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine is considering an appeal to international organizations regarding the recognition of North Korea as an aggressor state. This is due to the facts of arms supplies and the participation of North Korean military personnel in the war against Ukraine.
Chinese Defense Minister will not attend the security forum in Singapore amid rumors of Xi Jinping's purges. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset will speak at the event.
Donald Trump has stated his willingness to visit China for negotiations with Xi Jinping on important issues. He also emphasized the importance of keeping Arab countries out of Beijing's influence.
US President Donald Trump has stated that the European Union treats the US very unfairly and is worse than China. This happened after agreements between the US and China to reduce tariffs.
A study showed a sharp decline in the authority of the United States, especially in the EU, after Trump's return. China surpassed the United States for the first time in global standing.
