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Received today — 13 May 2026 New York Times World News

Will Trump and Xi Try to Slow the A.I. Arms Race?

13 May 2026 at 04:03
The leaders of both countries are expected to discuss the risks from artificial intelligence, but neither country is willing to be the first to slow down.

Europe Tries a Trumpian Tactic With Trump: No Apologies

13 May 2026 at 04:01
Stuck with the fallout from America’s war in Iran, European leaders have criticized the president publicly. When he’s been angered, they haven’t backed down.

Trump’s Shrinking Ambitions on China

13 May 2026 at 04:01
The president came into office planning harsher trade moves on China than on the rest of the world. Here’s why he’s had to scale them back.

How China Could Wield Its Control of Rare Earths Against Trump

13 May 2026 at 04:00
A central question hanging over the summit this week is whether China will agree to extend a temporary postponement of even tougher rare-earth export controls.

The Lecturer and Philosopher King: Xi Jinping Behind Closed Doors

13 May 2026 at 04:00
Encounters with other world leaders reveal a side of China’s leader that the public rarely sees, and offer clues to how he will approach President Trump in Beijing.
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