Despite a temporary easing in public diplomacy, underlying distrust and anger persist between the US and China, raising concerns about future stability.
Brief US-China calm masks simmering anger and distrust
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Cricket diplomacy is helping India and Pakistan play on a sticky wicket
India and Pakistan are set to play in the upcoming T20 World Cup, marking a rare sporting engagement amid ongoing diplomatic tensions, highlighting cricket’s role in easing tensions.
China says Xi and Trump agreed to spur trade by lowering some tariffs
China confirms Xi and Trump agreed to reduce certain tariffs to promote trade, but details remain undisclosed. The move signals potential thaw in US-China relations.
Trump calls $14 billion Taiwan arms deal a ‘negotiating chip’ with China after Xi said Taiwan issue could lead to ‘clashes and even conflicts’ — Trump says ‘Taiwan would be very smart to cool it a little bit’
Trump describes a pending $14 billion Taiwan arms sale as a ‘negotiating chip’ with China amid recent summit discussions, but has not approved it.
Ebola outbreak with uncommon strain erupts in Congo and Uganda; 65 deaths
An Ebola outbreak involving an uncommon strain has emerged in Congo and Uganda, causing 65 deaths amid regional challenges. Authorities act swiftly.
Three’s a party: US, China, and now Russia are on the prowl in GEO
Russia has deployed a new satellite in geosynchronous orbit, joining US and Chinese efforts to monitor and potentially counter satellite activities in space.
US hantavirus case was false positive; outbreak cases drop from 11 to 10
The suspected US hantavirus case was confirmed as a false positive, reducing the outbreak count from 11 to 10. No new deaths reported.
Trump-Xi summit: How the US president’s China visit unfolded
Summary of the confirmed events during Trump’s first China visit in nearly nine years, including talks with Xi Jinping and key issues discussed.
Japan set to receive first LNG via Hormuz since de facto closure
Japan’s first LNG shipment from the Middle East via Hormuz since the conflict led to de facto closure is arriving, signaling a potential shift in supply routes.
BOJ tapering plans face scrutiny from Takaichi’s economic advisers
The Bank of Japan’s plans to reduce bond purchases face opposition from Prime Minister Takaichi’s economic advisers amid ongoing review discussions.
