news Scmp World 2026-07-17

Xi Highlights AI Opportunities, Trump Criticizes China; US Tariffs Continue

President Xi Jinping emphasized AI's potential and need for regulation at the World AI Conference, while President Trump continued his strong stance against China and US tariffs remain in place.

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