Headline: Biden administration holds talks with Venezuela’s Maduro regime Summary: The Biden administration has engaged in talks with representatives of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's government, signaling a potential shift in U.S. policy towards the crisis-stricken country. The discussions, facilitated by Norway, aim to address issues such as humanitarian aid and political solutions to Venezuela's ongoing turmoil. Link: https://www.ft.com/content/3c4664e1-8ccc-4ae8-9d4b-3c598819d15a
Headline: Investors bet on drop in Chinese property shares as Evergrande concerns linger Summary: Investors are increasingly taking short positions on Chinese property shares as concerns over the indebted property developer Evergrande continue to weigh on the market. Evergrande's struggles have led to broader fears of a potential systemic risk in China's property sector and economy. Link: https://www.ft.com/content/bfc91e1a-59fc-40e7-8b6b-c9a2e021effb