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May 11, 2026
U.S. and China Collaborate on Drug Smuggling Arrests Ahead of Trump Visit
- U.S. and Chinese authorities arrested five suspects in a drug smuggling operation, including three Americans and two Chinese nationals.
- The arrests were part of a coordinated effort by the Drug Enforcement Administration and China's Ministry of Public Security, highlighting increased collaboration.
- This operation comes just days before a summit between President Trump and President Xi, where drug trafficking will be a key agenda item.
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- U.S. and China arrest 5 in joint drug smuggling investigation ahead of Trump tripMay 11, 2026 at 8:28 AM · NBC
- China, US arrest 5 in joint drug sting ahead of Trump-Xi meetingMay 11, 2026 at 2:21 PM · The Hill