The White House Readies the Red Carpet for Xi Jinping
Summary
Ukrainian President Zelensky discusses weapons needs and energy attacks with WSJ’s Emma Tucker, while Japanese PM Takaichi urges the UN to remove "enemy state" references from its charter. The episode covers President Xi Jinping’s upcoming state visit to the US, highlighting key negotiations on Iran, Taiwan, and AI safety. Other stories include a crackdown on Canadian mail-order prescriptions, a worsening US housing market, and the off-label use of GLP-1 drugs for various medical conditions.
Topics discussed
Sponsor and show introduction
Zelensky appeals to Trump for weapons and discusses energy
Japan calls for UN charter changes on enemy state references
Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington and key agenda items
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DoorDash settles $1.3 billion lawsuit with New York City
US closes loophole for cheap prescription drugs from Canada
Housing market worsens as mortgage rates rise
Six Flags sale rumors and cybersecurity startup funding
Qantas plans 18-hour nonstop flight between Sydney and New York
Patients explore off-label uses for GLP-1 weight loss drugs
Closing remarks and production credits
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