Xi Jinping
The Strategic Implications of the US-China TikTok Deal: What's Really at Stake
Sep 26, 2025 01:38 pm CST
The TikTok deal between the US and China represents more than just saving a popular app - it's a complex geopolitical chess move with significant implications for both nations. While Trump celebrates keeping TikTok operational in America, Beijing maintains control of the coveted algorithm through a licensing arrangement, potentially gaining concessions in other strategic areas. As ByteDance pivots toward AI dominance in China, this compromise may indicate that TikTok is now just one piece in a larger technological power struggle between the world's superpowers.
Trump Meets with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif in Oval Office as US-Pakistan Relations Warm
Sep 26, 2025 10:22 am CST
US President Donald Trump meets with Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in the Oval Office as relations between the countries continue to improve. The meeting follows recent diplomatic exchanges and a $500 million US investment in Pakistan's minerals sector. Trump also approved a TikTok deal, signaling improved US-China cooperation.
Trump Signs Executive Order Allowing TikTok to Continue Operations Under New U.S. Ownership Structure
Sep 26, 2025 05:11 am CST
President Trump has signed an executive order that allows TikTok to continue operating in the United States under a new ownership structure. The deal involves creating a U.S.-based joint venture with approximately 80% American ownership, while ByteDance retains a minority stake. The agreement addresses national security concerns while preserving the popular social media platform used by millions of Americans, particularly young adults who rely on it as a news source.
Xi Jinping Delegates UN General Assembly Appearance to Premier Li Qiang Amid Evolving Leadership Style
Sep 25, 2025 05:33 pm CST
Chinese Premier Li Qiang represents China at the UN General Assembly's 80th anniversary meeting as President Xi Jinping continues his pattern of reduced international travel. This delegation of diplomatic duties reflects Xi's evolving leadership approach, which maintains centralized power while entrusting loyal officials with international representation. The article examines how Xi's governance style has transformed from frequent global engagement to a more selective international presence while maintaining ultimate authority through trusted subordinates.
China Urges Its Companies to Avoid Price Wars in US Market to Maintain Fragile Trade Relations
Sep 25, 2025 03:54 pm CST
China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao has called on Chinese companies operating in the United States to refrain from price wars, signaling Beijing's intention to preserve the recent trade truce with Washington. This directive comes amid ongoing economic consultations between the two nations, with both Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump expressing optimism about future cooperation despite lingering concerns over fair market access and export restrictions.
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.
Important To Defend Its Authority: China Defends UN Against Trump's Criticism
Sep 25, 2025 03:00 am CST
China has thrown its weight behind the United Nations, stressing that the world body remains essential to global stability, in sharp contrast to US President Donald Trump's attack on the institution on Tuesday, during his speech at the UNGA.
Opinion | The Real Reason Behind Trump's Change Of Heart For TikTok
Sep 24, 2025 03:48 pm CST
If the agreement eventually fructifies, then it gives us an indication into the thinking of Trump 2.0 with respect to economic security being a key element of national security.
India, China Should Not Allow Boundary Dispute To Define Ties: Chinese Envoy
Sep 24, 2025 10:10 am CST
Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong noted that despite ups and downs, China-India relations have been "overwhelmingly defined by friendly cooperation" and stressed the need to strengthen dialogue, trade, and exchanges.
Opinion | No, This Is Not About Ganging Up Against The US
Sep 03, 2025 07:09 pm CST
At Tianjin, what was evident with India was an ambidextrous policy of engaging with friend and foe alike, using the one to balance out the other. That's all very well. But it just scratches the surface.