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Trump-Xi summit live: US president set to leave China after talks

U.S. President Trump concludes his China visit after talks with Xi Jinping, focusing on trade, regional security, and AI, with key agreements announced and questions remaining.

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15. May 2026

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Indonesia’s move to change banking rules unsettles private lenders

Indonesia plans to amend banking regulations to direct more funds to government priorities, raising fears among private lenders about profitability and autonomy.

The Idea Magazine Team
15. May 2026

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India’s Gautam Adani settles civil suit with the SEC in the US

Indian billionaire Gautam Adani has settled a civil lawsuit with the US SEC, marking his first legal victory amid ongoing investigations and allegations.

The Idea Magazine Team
15. May 2026

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Anthropic Calls for Tighter U.S. Chip Restrictions on China

Anthropic has called for stricter U.S. export controls on semiconductor technology to China amid ongoing trade tensions and national security concerns.

The Idea Magazine Team
15. May 2026

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Anthropic weighs taking part in Japan cyber defense alliance

U.S. AI firm Anthropic is exploring participation in Japan’s proposed cyber defense consortium to mitigate cyberattack risks, officials confirm.

The Idea Magazine Team
15. May 2026

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Pakistan cuts Gwadar fees, eyes transit traffic from postwar Iran

Pakistan reduces port fees at Gwadar to attract transit cargo from Iran, aiming to become a regional trade hub amid ongoing Iran-U.S. tensions.

The Idea Magazine Team
15. May 2026

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Anthropic urges tough chip controls as Nvidia CEO joins Trump in China

Anthropic urges tighter US and allies’ chip export restrictions as Nvidia CEO joins Trump in China, raising concerns over AI race and technology security.

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15. May 2026

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Trump touts ‘fantastic trade deals,’ Xi stresses ‘strategic stability’

Trump touts ‘fantastic trade deals’ while Xi emphasizes ‘strategic stability’ during their second-day meeting in Beijing, signaling key diplomatic priorities.

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15. May 2026

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How a year of China’s rare-earth controls is reshaping supply chains

A year after China imposed export controls on rare earths, global supply chains are shifting amid increased uncertainty and potential disruptions, contingent on US-China summit outcomes.

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15. May 2026

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Solomon Island lawmakers pick China-cautious Matthew Wale as new PM

Matthew Wale, known for his cautious stance on China, has been elected as Solomon Islands’ new prime minister after the ousting of the previous leader, amid ongoing security deal concerns.