US-China Summit Diplomacy: Xi Jinping told Washington the two countries should be “partners rather than rivals” as Trump hosted him for a high-profile state visit, with a trade truce extended and AI, Taiwan, and Iran expected to dominate talks. Trade Truce Update: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the tariff pause has been extended by two months to Jan. 10, buying more time for negotiations. AI Risk Governance: China urged broader international cooperation on AI risks at a UN Security Council meeting, warning against “digital hegemony” and pushing for support for the Global South. F-35 Parts Fallout: The Pentagon is investigating how F-35 components ended up in Hong Kong after a UPS shipment, while US lawmakers press for scrutiny over possible sensitive technology transfer. Cyber Security Warnings: New Zealand’s NCSC said China is the most persistent state-backed cyber threat targeting government and sensitive sectors. Regional Security Cooperation: Cambodia and China praised progress in security collaboration against online scams and transnational crime. China’s Connectivity Push Abroad: Penang explored new direct air routes to northern China to expand tourism, while Kazakhstan and China advanced the Middle Corridor transport plan. Tech and Industry Signals: Hainan’s NEV push continues to accelerate, and China’s AI strategy remains focused on state-backed scaling and real-world applications.