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Trump Describes Xi Jinping's Officials as "Scared" During Bilateral Meeting, Wishes for Similar Cabinet Discipline
Nov 06, 2025 02:22 am CST
During a White House breakfast with Republican senators, President Trump recounted his recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, noting the strict discipline of Chinese officials and expressing admiration for their formal demeanor. The commentary comes despite Trump's own cabinet meetings being characterized by displays of loyalty, with former Biden press secretary Jen Psaki describing them as "sycophantic."
Trump Acknowledges Mutual US-China Threats While Pushing for Global Denuclearisation
Nov 03, 2025 02:41 pm CST
President Trump recognizes the US as a threat to China while discussing nuclear arsenals and calling for denuclearisation efforts. Despite competitive relations, he advocates cooperation between the nations while addressing concerns about China's growing nuclear capabilities and leverage in rare earth minerals essential for American technology and defense industries.
Indian Companies Secure Licenses for Rare Earth Magnet Imports from China Amid Global Supply Challenges
Oct 31, 2025 01:31 am CST
India has granted licenses to several companies including Continental India, Hitachi, and Jay Ushin to import rare earth magnets from China, providing relief to the automotive and electronics industries. These first clearances since Beijing's export restrictions in April come with conditions prohibiting re-export to the US or use in defense applications, while coinciding with a new US-China agreement on rare earth materials supply.
Trump Poised To Add Japan Stop To Upcoming Asia Trip
Sep 25, 2025 05:27 am CST
U.S. and Japanese officials are making arrangements for a trip by President Donald Trump to Japan next month, according to two government officials and another person briefed on the matter.