Trump’s change of plans, Takaichi mocked in China: 5 weekend reads you missed
Key Takeaways
- Trump altered his plans regarding China policy
- Takaichi was mocked in China
- Weekend reads highlight US-China relations and Hong Kong economy
Trump-Xi meeting delay context
President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump were expected to meet again at the end of this month but the trip has been delayed.
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The last time Xi and Trump met was on October 30, 2025 during a bilateral meeting in Busan, South Korea.
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It previews five weekend reads.
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It opens with questions about the real reasons behind the change of date for Trump's China visit.
It continues with a piece on why China's exports are booming even as plants in a factory hub close.
It also covers Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and her influence in China.
It notes other regional coverage, including a pop culture festival in Hong Kong.
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