Rubio described the meeting as “constructive” and that the two nations can learn to manage their differences while exploring areas of cooperation.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday he had "positive and constructive" talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, as the two major powers vied to push their agendas in Asia at a time of tension over Washington's tariff offensive.

From anxiety gripping China’s workforce to Trump slapping a 35 per cent tariff on Canada, here’s a round-up from today’s coverage.