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Xi, Blinken agree to stabilize US-China relations in Beijing talks

13 Sept 06:26 Key points summarised by AI

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to stabilize their intense rivalry, aiming to prevent conflict during rare Beijing talks.
Despite the commitment to stabilization, no major breakthroughs occurred, as China declined to resume military-to-military communications due to U.S. sanctions, and both nations remained firm on contentious issues like Taiwan and trade.
Both sides pledged to continue diplomatic engagement, planning more visits and establishing a working group on fentanyl, with the goal of fostering better communication and a more stable relationship going forward.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.