May 14, 2026, 11:00 GMT
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are holding high-stakes talks in Beijing, with discussions spanning trade disputes, technology competition, and the escalating Iran conflict. Washington is pressing Beijing to use its leverage over Tehran to ease tensions in the Gulf, while China seeks assurances on semiconductor access and tariff relief. The meeting comes as global markets remain volatile, with oil prices above $100 and tech firms facing mounting regulatory scrutiny. Analysts note that the talks could mark a turning point in both the Middle East crisis and the broader US–China rivalry, though deep mistrust persists on both sides.
(Source – Al Jazeera)
—Agencies
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