Xi Jinping expressed China’s willingness to cooperate with the incoming Trump administration during a meeting with Joe Biden in Lima, discussing the importance of maintaining communication and managing differences for the benefit of both countries. The leaders reached an agreement on the need to maintain human control over the decision to use nuclear weapons, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. Despite ongoing disagreements, both sides are hopeful that the meeting will lead to further cooperation and control of security risks.
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House prices return to growth, Zoopla says
According to Zoopla's latest house price index, UK house prices rose by 1.9% in November 2024, with the average price reaching £267,500. The market is expected to continue growing in 2025, with a 2.5% increase projected. Buyers are becoming more price-sensitive, with average selling prices currently 3.6% below asking. Various regions in the UK experienced different rates of growth, with London seeing a 1.4% increase and Belfast a 6.9% rise in house prices. To avoid...
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