Donald Trump & Mao Ning

Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the President of the United States, announced the imposition of 25% customs tariffs on any country that trades with Iran, directly initiating this trade measure.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, as the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, reiterated China's opposition to the United States' tariffs and potential military operations in Iran, stating China will protect its interests.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the President of the United States, met with Xi Jinping, praising him and expressing optimism for US-China relations. He discussed trade, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Iran war, while also inviting Xi Jinping for a reciprocal visit to the White House.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, as the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, posted on X about Xi Jinping's warning to Donald Trump regarding Taiwan, providing a summary of the closed-door discussions.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the President of the United States, is undertaking a state visit to China, accompanied by Marco Rubio. His administration prioritizes trade relations with China over human rights concerns.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, China's foreign ministry spokesperson, commented on the transliteration change of Marco Rubio's name, stating that his English name was more important.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump publicly credited China for its role in the ceasefire, which could put him in debt to his Chinese counterpart ahead of a rescheduled summit. His administration had set a deadline for action against Iran.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, sidestepped questions about China's guarantor role but affirmed China's advocacy for an early end to hostilities.

Donald Trump: Donald Trump, as the U.S. President, is involved in the Iran war and is scheduled to meet with Xi Jinping. He has credited China with helping to bring Iran to peace talks and is seen by China as transactional.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, as China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, expressed concern about the Iran war and urged de-escalation.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, as spokesperson for China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, condemned the US visa policy, stating it damages legitimate rights of Chinese students and cultural exchanges.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, articulated China's official stance, stating that the United States should not use other countries as a 'pretext' for its interests in Denmark — Greenland and that China's Arctic activities comply with international law.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, denounced the United States' actions against Venezuela as bullying.

Mao Ning: Mao Ning, as China's foreign ministry spokeswoman, has publicly blamed the United States and Israel for the Strait of Hormuz blockage and advocated for a non-military solution.