Xi Jinping

As SpaceX continues to dominate the global space race, Chinese startups are accelerating efforts to catch up—with backing from President Xi Jinping and bold predictions that they'll surpass Elon Musk's company by 2030. What Happened: At least six reusable Chinese rockets are expected to launch this...

On Sunday, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met with top executives from Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL), Pfizer Inc. (NYSE:PFE), Mastercard Inc. (NYSE:MA), Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:LLY), Cargill, and other major firms. What Happened: "China will continue to improve the business environment and welcome more...

The U.S. and China are in early talks for a potential “birthday summit” between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping in June. What Happened: According to the Wall Street Journal, the discussions come as the Trump administration escalates tariffs and trade measures...

Wall Street closed higher on Wednesday as investors weighed mixed economic data and awaited former President Donald Trump’s decision on possible tariffs. The S&P 500 rose 1.12% to 5,842.63, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.1% to 43,006.59, and the Nasdaq climbed nearly 1.5% to 18...

In an attempt to counter China’s Belt and Road Initiative, President Donald Trump is planning to strike ‘big deals’, as per Marco Rubio, the U.S. Secretary of State. What Happened: Rubio announced that Washington is seeking to ‘reverse’ projects that boost Beijing...

Chinese technology stocks extended gains Tuesday, as investors continued to react to President Xi Jinping‘s supportive stance toward the private sector demonstrated at Monday’s high-level business symposium. What Happened: By 11:59 a.m. Hong Kong time, the Hang Seng Index had surged 2.5...

President Donald Trump told reporters late Tuesday that he is considering a 10% tariff on goods from China that could take effect as soon as Feb.1.   "We're talking about a tariff of 10% on China based on the fact that they're sending fentanyl to Mexico and Canada," the president said on...

The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a ruling that TikTok will be banned in the country unless parent company ByteDance sells off the American portion of the business. What Happened: In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court issued its ruling that TikTok is set to be banned on Jan. 19, ending access...

President-elect Donald Trump on Friday engaged in his first conversation with China’s President Xi Jinping since his departure from the White House in 2021. This interaction comes just days before a senior Chinese official is scheduled to visit Washington. What Happened: According to a...

A Chinese state-backed company, Spacesail, is preparing to launch a satellite service in Brazil, posing a challenge to Elon Musk‘s SpaceX operated satellite service, Starlink. This announcement aligns with Chinese President Xi Jinping‘s visit to Brazil, where he signed an upgraded ...

Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed China’s willingness to collaborate with the U.S. government, regardless of the administration in power. This statement comes amid the ongoing U.S.-China tensions and the impending return of Donald Trump to the White House. What Happened: In a meeting...

China may view President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House as an opportunity for strategic advantage despite immediate economic challenges, according to a leading China expert. What Happened: Elizabeth Economy, a senior fellow at the Hoover Institution, told Bloomberg TV that...

In response to President-elect Donald Trump’s threats to isolate Chinese goods from the U.S. market, China is reportedly seeking to engage U.S. allies in Europe and Asia to mitigate the potential impact on its economy. What Happened: Trump’s campaign promise to impose tariffs of up to...

Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly urged U.S. President Joe Biden to adjust the language used by the United States concerning Taiwan’s independence. This request was made during a meeting near San Francisco last November. What Happened: Xi’s aides have persistently followed up on...

Elon Musk, the world’s richest person and a pivotal figure in U.S. space exploration, has reportedly been in regular communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022, What Happened: Wall Street Journal reported. These discussions have spanned personal, business, and...