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This combination of pictures created on March 16, 2026, shows (L) China's President Xi Jinping, and (R) US President Donald Trump (AFP).

Trump-Xi summit to focus on Iran, tariffs and rare earths

The summit comes amid rising geopolitical tensions, with both sides aiming to navigate disputes over Tehran, rare earths, and tariffs; US officials are also expected to push Chinese purchases in sectors such as agriculture, aircraft, and energy.

May 9, 2026

White House technology adviser Michael Kratsios (File/World Economic Forum)

US 'totally' rejects global AI governance: White House adviser

White House tech adviser Michael Kratsios opposed centralized oversight, urging innovation over regulation, while UN chief Antonio Guterres promoted an expert panel to ensure human control of the technology.

February 20, 2026

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman attends the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on February 19, 2026. (Photo by Ludovic MARIN / AFP)

OpenAI's Altman says world 'urgently' needs AI regulation

Sam Altman urges global coordination and safeguards for advanced AI, warning of biosecurity risks, power concentration, and rapid societal disruption.

February 19, 2026