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The US and Russia had a "frank exchange of views" on their only remaining major nuclear weapons accord, the US envoy says, adding that Washington is still determined to bring China to the table. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo warns Russia that it would withdraw from the Cold War-era treaty limiting mid-range nuclear arms if Moscow does not return to compliance within 60 days. SOUNDBITE
China's Premier says the economy performed better than expected in the third quarter and the country's debt risks are under control. As David Pollard reports, there was also good news for Germany - investor morale has brightened more than expected.
German industrial orders rose more than expected in March due to buoyant foreign demand especially from countries outside the euro zone. But as Sonia Legg reports, the postive data from Europe's biggest economy follows yet another weak survey from China - this time exports fell more than expected in April.
World stocks fall for the fifth straight day as China fuels fears about its economy by allowing the yuan to weaken further. As Grace Pascoe reports a nuclear test by North Korea added to a growing list of geopolitical worries.
Bavaria's conservative premier Markus Soeder welcomes China's Prime Minister Li Qiang to the Munich Residence, where the two are treated to a full Bavarian gun salute. Li Qiang is on his first trip abroad since he was named China's prime minister at a time when Germany is seeking to reduce its reliance on the Asian giant. IMAGES