Domestic News:
1. He Lifeng will lead a delegation to South Korea for trade consultations with the US from May 12th to 13th.
2. Shanxi Province adjusts its housing provident fund loan and withdrawal policies.
3. The Ministry of Commerce issued a notice regarding the implementation of beef safeguard measures for 2026.
International News:
1. Following his crushing defeat in local elections, Starmer will deliver a "retention speech" on Monday.
2. US Energy Secretary: The government is open to suspending fuel taxes.
3. Trump orders all federal agencies to "buy American": without exception.
4. US Treasury Secretary Bessenter: Will depart on Monday for a series of brief meetings in Japan and South Korea.
5. Middle East Situation—
① Iran has reportedly rejected the US proposal.
② Iran's response to the US proposal has been delivered through Pakistan, reportedly focusing on "ending the war and maritime security."
③ Trump stated that he dislikes Iran's response and finds it completely unacceptable! ④ Iranian media: Trump's reaction to Iran's response is irrelevant; if Trump is dissatisfied, that would be a better outcome.
⑤ Trump: The US has been monitoring the enriched uranium Iran has buried under the rubble. We will immediately be notified if anyone approaches and will destroy it.
⑥ Iranian media, citing sources, denied the Wall Street Journal's report on the Iranian nuclear issue.
⑦ A Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier transited the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in approximately 70 days, using Iranian shipping lanes.
⑧ A US merchant ship was attacked by an Iranian drone.
⑨ Iranian Navy Commander: Domestically built light submarines are on standby in the Strait of Hormuz.
