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27-10-2025
US President Donald Trump presided over a ceremony in Kuala Lumpur where Cambodia and Thailand signed an agreement to resolve their border dispute. Trump claimed the deal was a significant achievement, but the details suggest it's more of a minor step forward. The agreement includes withdrawing heavy weapons, establishing an observer team, and clearing landmines. However, the historic differences over the border remain unresolved. Thai officials were more cautious in their assessment, with the Foreign Minister describing it as a 'pathway to peace' rather than a peace agreement. Cambodia was more enthusiastic, having nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.
Entities: Donald Trump, Cambodia, Thailand, Kuala Lumpur, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
The US and China have agreed on a framework for a potential trade deal ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in South Korea. The deal includes a 'final deal' on TikTok's US operations and a deferral on China's tightened rare earth minerals controls. The US Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, stated that the tariffs will be averted and China will resume substantial soybean purchases from the US. Both nations are seeking to avoid further escalation in a trade war between the world's two largest economies.
Entities: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, Scott Bessent, US, China • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
Rep. John Moolenaar, a Michigan Republican and chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, was interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on October 26, 2025. Moolenaar discussed the national security concerns surrounding TikTok and the proposed deal to divest the app from Chinese ownership. He expressed concerns that the Chinese Communist Party could still exert influence over the app even with a 20% stake in its ownership. Moolenaar emphasized the importance of ensuring the algorithm is protected and under American control. He also discussed the role of Congress in overseeing the deal and ensuring it complies with the law.
Entities: Rep. John Moolenaar, Margaret Brennan, China, TikTok, ByteDance • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was interviewed on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' about recent trade negotiations with China. Bessent stated that a truce may have been reached, with the threat of a 155% tariff on China potentially being lifted. The two sides discussed various issues, including rare earth magnets, trade, and substantial purchases of American agricultural products. Bessent also addressed concerns about the impact of US financial aid to Argentina on American farmers, stating that the aid was a swap line that would not result in losses for the US. The interview also touched on the TikTok deal, with Bessent confirming that a final agreement had been reached. Bessent expressed frustration with the ongoing US government shutdown, calling it a 'global embarrassment' and urging moderate Democrats to pass a clean continuing resolution.
Entities: Scott Bessent, Margaret Brennan, President Trump, China, United States • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
President Trump is on an Asia trip, visiting Japan and South Korea, and expects to reach a trade deal with China. He met with Southeast Asian nations and reached preliminary trade agreements. Trump expressed optimism about his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and potentially signing a deal on TikTok. He also discussed his relationship with Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and his willingness to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Trump rejected the idea of running for vice president to get back to the presidency and praised potential future Republican candidates.
Entities: Donald Trump, Sanae Takaichi, Japan, China, Xi Jinping • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
President Trump embarked on a three-country Asia trip, meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss a potential trade deal and other issues. The trip comes as the US government shutdown continues, with many federal workers set to miss their first full paycheck. Trump expressed optimism about reaching a comprehensive deal with China, discussing topics such as trade, fentanyl, and Russian oil purchases. He also met with leaders in Malaysia and Qatar, and is set to visit Japan and South Korea, where he will discuss investment deals and other projects.
Entities: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, China, United States, Malaysia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
The article discusses the performance of Asia-Pacific markets on a Monday, with several major indices rising due to positive developments in U.S.-China trade talks and strong momentum from Wall Street. Japan's Nikkei 225 crossed the 50,000 mark for the first time, while South Korea's Kospi and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index also saw significant gains. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that former President Trump's proposed 100% tariffs on Chinese imports are 'essentially off the table.' The regional rally followed reports of progress in U.S.-China trade negotiations, with expectations of significant soybean purchases by China and delayed restrictions on rare earth exports. The article also mentions the anticipation of a widely expected interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve and upcoming Big Tech earnings reports.
Entities: Japan, Nikkei 225, Topix, U.S., China • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
China's industrial profits surged 21.6% in September, the largest jump in nearly two years, driven by Beijing's efforts to curb price wars and ease pressure on manufacturers. The growth was largely attributed to high-tech manufacturing and policies aimed at curtailing price competition. Despite trade tensions with the US and a prolonged housing downturn, China's economy showed resilience, with industrial output growing 6.5% in September. However, analysts expect export growth to slow in the final quarter due to a high base last year and rising trade barriers globally. The country's overall economic growth slowed to 4.8% in the third quarter, and fixed-asset investment contracted 0.5% in the first nine months of the year.
Entities: China, National Bureau of Statistics, Beijing, U.S., Yu Weining • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
The article discusses how a tamer-than-expected U.S. inflation report for September boosted stock markets, with major U.S. indexes climbing on Friday and having their second consecutive week in the green. The S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average all rose about 2% for the week. Traders now bet that the Federal Reserve will cut rates at its October and December meetings. The inflation report supported markets already buoyed by a strong earnings season, with 87% of companies reporting exceeding Wall Street's expectations. However, U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs remain a concern, with economists warning they will lead to higher prices. Other news includes China's industrial profits surging 21.6% year on year in September and HSBC recognizing a $1.1 billion provision linked to the Bernard Madoff fraud case.
Entities: U.S., China, Donald Trump, Federal Reserve, S&P 500 • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
European stocks opened positively on October 27 as traders awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's meeting, earnings reports, and potential progress in U.S.-China trade talks. The Stoxx 600 rose 0.1%, with Germany's DAX up 0.4% and Italy's FTSE MIB adding 0.5%. The U.S. inflation rate dropped to 3% in September, boosting hopes for a 25 basis-point rate cut. Investors are also watching the upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, which may ease trade tensions.
Entities: European stocks, U.S. Federal Reserve, Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, Washington • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US President Donald Trump stated that the US and China are close to a trade deal ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump signed trade agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam during his Asia trip, focusing on cooperation rather than hard commitments. The agreements aimed to remove trade barriers, increase purchases of American goods, and cooperate on export controls. Trump also announced a peace deal between Thailand and Cambodia, brokered by his administration. US and Chinese negotiators met on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit, yielding a framework for the Trump-Xi meeting. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Trump's threat of 100% tariffs is 'effectively off the table' after a 'very good two-day meeting' with Chinese officials.
Entities: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, China, United States, Malaysia • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to meet US President Donald Trump for the first time, marking a critical test of her diplomatic skills. The meeting comes as Takaichi navigates a complex web of challenges, including trade tensions, regional security concerns, and Japan's defense spending. With her conservative rhetoric and limited diplomatic experience, Takaichi's interactions with Trump will be closely watched. The two leaders are expected to discuss tariffs, Japan's defense spending, and regional security, among other issues. Takaichi's handling of regional relations, particularly with China and South Korea, will also be under scrutiny. Her ability to balance Japan's relationships with the US and China will be a key challenge.
Entities: Sanae Takaichi, Donald Trump, Japan, US, ASEAN • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US President Donald Trump has arrived in Japan as part of his Asia diplomacy tour, meeting with Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi. Meanwhile, US-China trade negotiators reported major progress on a potential trade deal, easing tensions ahead of Trump's meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Trump expressed openness to extending his trip to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, despite no scheduled plans. The US is also dealing with a government shutdown and controversy surrounding an immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia. Trump revealed he received an MRI scan during a recent trip to Walter Reed, raising questions about his health.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, Sanae Takaichi, Xi Jinping, China • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US President Donald Trump oversaw the signing of a peace agreement between Thailand and Cambodia in Malaysia, building on a truce signed several months ago following deadly border clashes. The agreement was commended by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, who joked that he and Trump had a lot in common, including their respective legal issues. The article also touches on other news stories, including a Louvre Museum heist, Trump's trip to Asia, and various global events.
Entities: Donald Trump, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US Senator Marco Rubio has reassured Taiwan of continued US support amid ongoing trade talks between the US and China. Rubio stated that the US will not abandon Taiwan in any trade deal with China, contradicting Beijing's efforts to push the US into changing its 'One China' policy. The US is Taiwan's biggest military backer, but President Trump has floated the idea that Taiwan should pay for its security. Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping next week at a regional summit in South Korea.
Entities: Marco Rubio, Taiwan, China, US, Donald Trump • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
During his Asia trip, President Donald Trump witnessed the signing of an expanded ceasefire deal between Cambodia and Thailand, which he had brokered over the summer. The agreement ended their border conflict, resulting in the release of 18 Cambodian soldiers held prisoner by Thailand and the removal of heavy weapons from the border. Trump also signed separate economic deals with Cambodia, Thailand, and Malaysia, aiming to reduce reliance on China and expand U.S. supply chains. The ceremony took place at the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Entities: Donald Trump, Cambodia, Thailand, Association of Southeast Asian Nations, Hun Manet • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US President Donald Trump claimed to have ended eight wars in eight months during a visit to Malaysia, where he oversaw the signing of a ceasefire deal between Thailand and Cambodia. The deal, which was facilitated by the US, aims to resolve a border dispute between the two countries. Trump is on a week-long trip to Asia, which will also include visits to Japan and South Korea, and a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The trip is focused on strengthening ties with regional leaders and discussing trade agreements.
Entities: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
The article analyzes Donald Trump's claims of ending eight wars during his presidency, examining the accuracy of these claims and the context surrounding each conflict. Trump initially claimed to have ended six wars, later revising the number to seven and then eight. The article scrutinizes each of these conflicts, including the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, Thailand-Cambodia tensions, Rwanda-DRC conflict, Israel-Iran tensions, and Israel-Hamas conflict, assessing the role of Trump's administration in brokering peace agreements and the sustainability of these agreements. Experts weigh in on the legitimacy of Trump's claims, highlighting the complexities and nuances of each conflict.
Entities: Donald Trump, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Thailand, Cambodia • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: analyze
27-10-2025
Japan agreed to invest $550 billion in the US in a trade deal negotiated by Ryosei Akazawa, Japan's former tariff minister, with President Trump. The deal allowed the US to dictate how the money is spent, raising concerns among Japanese officials about the strategic sense of the investments. Japan's new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, will meet with Trump to discuss the deal and Japan's increasing military spending. The article analyzes the negotiation tactics used by Akazawa, who was seen as being overly deferential to Trump, and questions whether Takaichi will continue this approach.
Entities: Ryosei Akazawa, President Trump, Japan, United States, Sanae Takaichi • Tone: negative • Sentiment: negative • Intent: analyze
27-10-2025
The article provides live updates on President Trump's visit to Japan, where he met with the Emperor and Prime Minister. Trump also made several statements on various topics, including a potential meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, the US-China trade deal, and the government shutdown. He also commented on the recent legislative elections in Argentina and the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Additionally, the article discusses Canada's strategy for dealing with Trump's trade policies.
Entities: Donald Trump, Japan, Emperor of Japan, Kim Jong-un, North Korea • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
Chinese economist Huang Yiping suggests that China's central government should increase borrowing to boost domestic demand through supportive monetary and fiscal policy. Huang recommends a more aggressive macroeconomic policy to aid those affected by the property crisis, which has led to financial struggles for households, enterprises, financial institutions, and local governments. China's central government debt is currently at 22% of GDP, considered relatively low globally. The economy is facing multiple challenges, including a trade war with the US and a rapidly ageing population. Huang believes that increased central government leverage can repair balance sheets and boost domestic demand.
Entities: Huang Yiping, Peking University, National School of Development, Bund Summit, Shanghai • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
China's industrial profits surged by 21.6% in September 2025, marking the highest growth in nearly two years. This increase is attributed to a government campaign to curb excess capacity, leading to a slowdown in factory-gate price declines and an uptick in production. For the first nine months of 2025, industrial profits rose by 3.2%. Manufacturers saw earnings grow by 9.9%, offsetting declines in mining and gas production. The growth is seen as evidence of China's effective macroeconomic policies and the expansion of new economic growth areas, particularly in hi-tech and equipment manufacturing.
Entities: China, National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), Yu Weining, United States, September • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to embark on a multi-country tour of Asia, visiting Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam, and South Korea. The trip is his second tour of the region, which is considered a 'priority' by Washington, particularly in light of rising tensions with China. Hegseth's visit will focus on 'America's focus on the Indo-Pacific, the Department's priority theatre' and will involve meetings with regional leaders and participation in the Asean Defence Ministers' meeting. The US is urging its allies in the region to increase defence spending to counter China's growing military presence.
Entities: Pete Hegseth, United States, Japan, Malaysia, Vietnam • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
27-10-2025
The US and China have agreed on a framework for a trade deal ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. The agreement, forged on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Malaysia, includes removing the threat of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports and a final deal on the sale of TikTok in the US. The US Treasury Secretary anticipates that the tariff truce will be extended and China will revive substantial purchases of US soybeans. The deal reduces the chances of an all-out global trade war and comes after months of escalated trade tensions between the two economic superpowers.
Entities: Donald Trump, Xi Jinping, US, China, Malaysia • Tone: positive • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
