Politics and International Relations

US National Security Advisor Change:

President Trump has appointed Secretary of State Marco Rubio as the interim National Security Advisor, replacing Mike Waltz, who will be nominated as the ambassador to the UN. This is a significant early reshuffle in the Trump administration.

US-China Trade:

There are indications of potential US-China trade talks as China's commerce ministry stated that the US has repeatedly expressed a willingness to negotiate tariffs, and Beijing is open to discussions. However, Apple has expressed concerns about the impact of tariffs on their costs.

US-Ukraine Minerals Deal:

The US and Ukraine have finalized a deal granting the US access to Ukraine's valuable mineral resources. This agreement is seen as strategically important for both nations.