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Xi Jinping's trip to the United States has produced a trade truce between Washington and Beijing, and European capitals are breathing a sigh of relief that a damaging tariff standoff may be easing. But analysts and officials in Europe remain cautious, warning the truce could be temporary and that US-China competition will keep pressing European economies on trade, security and supply chains.

Donald Trump has approved new fuel economy standards that roll back the electric vehicle mandate introduced under Joe Biden. The move relaxes requirements pushing automakers toward EV production, easing rules on gasoline-powered vehicles. Coverage across more than 20 outlets highlights the divide between supporters who frame it as relief for the auto industry and drivers, and critics who see it as a setback for climate policy and emissions goals.