Reuters: U.S., China rekindle trade talks ahead of Trump-Xi G20 meeting
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - China and the United States are rekindling trade talks ahead of a meeting next week between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, cheering financial markets with hope that an escalating trade war between the two countries would abate.
Trump said on Tuesday that teams from the two sides would begin preparations for the leaders to sit down at the G20 summit in Osaka. China, which previously declined to say whether the two leaders would meet, confirmed the get-together.
“Had a very good telephone conversation with President Xi of China. We will be having an extended meeting next week at the G-20 in Japan. Our respective teams will begin talks prior to our meeting,” Trump said in a post on Twitter.
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MIDDLE EAST
Iran claims it dealt 'heavy blow' to US 'spy network'.
US, Iran voice resolve in brinkmanship, say war not sought.
EU fights to keep nuclear deal alive amid US, Iran pressure.
Syria says it doesn't want to fight with Turkey.
UN says Yemen conflict is worsening.
Iran, Russia accuse U.S. of bullying, pushing war.
China asks US to 'alter its extreme pressure methods' on Iran.
US Senators to get new round of closed-door Iran briefings amid growing tensions.
Germany says there is 'strong evidence' Iran behind tanker attacks.
Turkey: Erdogan slams Egypt's 'tyrants' as thousands mourn Morsi.
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ASIA
Trump-Xi meeting planned for G20 raises hope for trade truce.
Xi Jinping's North Korea visit aims to solve 'problems,' Beijing says.
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Chinese state media accuses US of ‘manufacturing’ idea it poses a strategic threat.
Indian soldier, army major killed in 2 days of clashes with militants in Kashmir.
South Korean officials see momentum in stalled nuclear talks.
New hiking trails in Korean DMZ offer rare access to forbidden areas.
Duterte calls for calm after Philippine boat sinking.
China's Muslim minority seek sanctuary in Kazakhstan.
Man who shared video of New Zealand attacks jailed for 21 months.
AFRICA
38 killed in attacks on Mali villages.
Suspected jihadists kill 15 soldiers at Nigerian army base.
Nigeria villagers in Borno mourn the dead, lament state failures.
Hundreds of thousands flee violence in northeast DR Congo: UN.
Sudan protesters urge night rallies amid impasse with military.
EU: Sudan military responsible for deaths, violence committed against the public.
Those who oppose military are 'enemies of Algeria': army head.
DR Congo's army moves in to dislodge illegal miners.
Egypt's ousted president Mohammed Morsi has been swiftly and secretly buried amid high security — less than 24 hours after his shock death in the middle of an espionage trial.
Porous border could hinder efforts to stem spread of Ebola.
EUROPE
Boris Johnson builds lead in race to be UK prime minister.
Merkel backs Ukraine's Zelenskiy in Russia dispute.
Greece and Cyprus call on EU to punish Turkey in drilling dispute. Cyprus expects 'stronger' EU stand on Turkey's drilling.
US and Russia clash over power grid 'hack attacks'.
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Macron’s government unveils ‘tough’ reform of unemployment benefits.
AMERICAS
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Trump tweets ICE will begin removing 'millions' of undocumented migrants.
Trump says attacks on oil tankers 'very minor''.
Trump promises 'wild' campaign launch rally.
Venezuelan President Maduro 'no longer feels safe' and is looking for a safe exit before his army turns on him, Colombian leader claims.
Colombia deports undocumented Venezuelans entering Cucuta.
Quebec bans some public servants from wearing religious clothing, symbols.
Ninth American tourist dies in Dominican Republic.
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Spain busts gang that helped finance al-Qaeda in Syria.
Trump says ‘I think I know’ who was behind 9/11 attacks.
Suspected jihadists raid Nigeria military base, town.
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Wall Street nears record as mood on trade again turns optimistic.
Trump accuses Europe of deliberately weakening the euro against the dollar to hurt the U.S. economy and turns up heat on Federal Reserve to cut interest rates.
Paris Air Show: Airbus secures over 100 new plane orders, Boeing records zero.
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