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Trump heads into a week of diplomacy, hampered by a lack of allies
At the United Nations on Tuesday and in meetings with China's Xi Jinping on Thursday, the president will largely stand alone.
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US, China discuss AI dialogue mechanism and trade ahead of Trump-XI summit
US and Chinese delegations held "succesful" and "constructive" talks in New York on Sunday on Artificial Intelligence and trade, ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Washington later this week. The two countries discussed setting up a dialogue mechanism as fears over AI security keep rising, and prepared to ease trade tensions as a truce deal is set to expire in November. Also in this edition, France and Canada seek to deepen ties on critical minerals and energy.
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Asian shares rise amid optimism around US-Chinese talks on trade and AI; oil prices fall – business live
Talks between officials in New York come ahead of summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping later in the week Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. Stock markets in Asia have risen led by technology shares, lifted by optimism around talks between the US and China on trade and artificial intelligence, while oil prices declined. 2030 is not going to be the end of the world. There is 0% chance that’s going to be the end of the world. Scaring people is unnecessary. It is irresponsible. Scott Bessent and Chinese vice premier He Lifeng have already laid the groundwork [for the Trump-Xi meeting] in New York, with trade, investment and artificial intelligence on the table, but this is not a market waiting for a grand bargain. It is waiting to see whether both sides can keep the next trade grenade in the drawer. 9.30am BST: UK S&P Global Consumer sentiment index 1.30pm BST: US Chicago Fed National Activity Index for August 2.10pm BST: IMF managing director Kristalina Georgieva speaks at the IMF Legal Department 80th anniversary conference in Washington Continue reading...
The Guardian•Julia Kollewe21 Sept
CNBC Daily Open: May the 'AI Force' be with you
President Trump announces the creation of an 'AI Force' as the technology looks set to be a key topic with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week.
3 Events That Could Shake Up Bitcoin and Crypto Markets This Week
From Fed speakers to PMI Data and, of course, the major meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
The US wants an AI-era 'red phone' with China
President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are expected to discuss AI safety and trade at their summit in Washington this week.
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Xi Jinping heads to Washington to revive a $6B US liquefied natural gas trade
Reviving US-China LNG trade could reshape global energy markets, influence geopolitical alliances, and impact long-term energy strategies.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team21 Sept- neutral toward Xi Jinping · 98%
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to attend White House dinner for Xi Jinping
The event highlights AI's pivotal role in US-China relations, emphasizing tech diplomacy's growing influence on global economic strategies.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team21 Sept- neutral toward Microsoft · 98%
Donald Trump hosts Xi Jinping for AI-focused two-day summit starting September 23
The summit could redefine global AI standards, impacting tech regulations and market dynamics, while influencing US-China economic relations.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team20 Sept- neutral toward Xi Jinping · 98%
AI fears burst onto Trump-Xi agenda, but challenges abound
Apocalyptic warnings about the danger of uncontrolled artificial intelligence are adding new urgency to talks between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping set for next week. Trump has dismissed AI’s existential threats as a “hoax” — a view that analysts say aligns with China’s general perspective. Intense competition for primacy and mutual distrust have…
The Hill•Laura Kelly20 Sept- neutral toward Trump-Xi · 90%
On issue after issue, Trump has given Xi Jinping a pass — even on reports China is helping Iran. ‘I think he’s behaved reasonably well’
Unable to change Chinese behavior, Trump has resorted to hospitality.
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China’s stranglehold on rare earths must be ended, says hopeful supplier to EU
Rafael Moreno, whose company has opened demo plant in Brazil, says market is ‘nervous’ as Trump-Xi summit looms The head of a mining company hoping to supply the EU with rare earths in two years’ time has said it is “paramount” to end China’s stranglehold on the supply of the raw materials used in everything from cars to wind turbines and military jets. As Donald Trump and China’s president, Xi Jinping, prepare to meet on Thursday in their second summit of the year, Rafael Moreno said it was also “imperative” that they do a deal for Beijing to ease up, once again, on its threat to ban exports of rare earths. Continue reading...
The Guardian•Lisa O’Carroll Senior correspondent20 Sept
In China, A.I. Is Moving Forward While the Economy Lags Behind
As Xi Jinping arrives in the United States this week for a state visit, China’s advances in artificial intelligence will be in the air. Less discussed: China’s economy in its worst shape in decades.
The New York Times•Li Yuan20 Sept
Bezos, Musk, Altman invited to White House dinner for Xi Jinping
The high-profile dinner may signal a thaw in U.S.-China relations, potentially boosting market confidence and diplomatic engagements.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez19 Sept- neutral toward Elon Musk · 98%
China vice premier He Lifeng to lead US trade delegation Sept. 19-23
He Lifeng's U.S. visit may enhance diplomatic ties, potentially setting the stage for Xi Jinping's future engagement and impacting global markets.
CryptoBriefing•Estefano Gomez19 Sept
Trump Courts North Korea’s Leader, but Might Need China to Reignite the Flame
President Trump has gotten no love back yet from Kim Jong-un. He could turn to Xi Jinping, China’s leader, to help set up a summit when Mr. Xi visits Washington next week.
The New York Times•Edward Wong18 Sept
BYD, Xiaomi executives may join Xi's US visit - sources
Washington and Beijing are finalising a group of Chinese business leaders to join President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to Washington, three sources familiar with the matter said.
BBusiness18 Sept
AI safety: No, China will not hit the brakes
A spate of warnings in recent days about the dangers of AI have sparked mixed reactions: from Donald Trump dismissing the fears as a hoax, to Beijing criticising calls for the US to block its advancement as fearmongering. As President Xi Jinping heads to Washington for talks, FRANCE 24's technology correspondent Peter O'Brien explains why the two superpowers are unlikely to forge binding agreements on AI regulation.
What to expect from the Trump-Xi summit, from tariffs to a possible $30 billion deal
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to hold talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington next week, with an expiring trade truce, tens of billions in tariff relief and AI all on the table as both economies need the relationship to hold.
Euronews18 SeptC
Xi Jinping reportedly assembling US business delegation including BYD, CATL, and Xiaomi
Xi's delegation could reshape US-China economic ties, potentially easing tariffs and fostering investment, impacting global markets and supply chains.
CryptoBriefing•Editorial Team18 Sept- favorable toward Xi Jinping · 68%