Trump admits for first time he spoke to China's Xi after US election result

Trump admits for first time he spoke to China’s Xi after US election result

The exchange with Xi follows outreach by leaders of Washington’s top trading partners — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum — who both spoke with Trump last month following his public threats to impose tariffs in retaliation for illegal immigration and the trafficking of drugs like fentanyl. Last Updated : 09…

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President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Republican Representative Mike Waltz as his national security adviser. Mike Waltz's background in defence policy and strong stances on China suggest a focus on addressing challenges in the Asia-Pacific region.

Donald Trump taps ‘China hawk’ Mike Waltz for National Security Advisor role | 10 points

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Republican Representative Mike Waltz as his national security adviser. 50-year-old Mike Waltz is an ex-Army Green Beret who served multiple combat tours in Afghanistan. Waltz will hold office, which bears a significant influence in shaping US international strategies, and does not require Senate confirmation. Mike Waltz’s background in defence policy…

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