Putin said Russia is interested in cooperation with Japan but is concerned by Japan's militarization.

Asked whether the US would establish bases in Latin America, President Trump said he is considering it.

Cross-border travel between Zhuhai and Macau surged ahead of the National Day holiday. Gongbei Customs said on Sept. 30 vehicle crossings under customs supervision, inbound crossings and outbound crossings at Hengqin port hit record highs at 14,975, 7,573 and 7,402 trips respectively, up 22.2%, 20.2% and 24.2% YoY. Macau-plate vehicle crossings exceeded 9,731 trips, accounting for 65% of traffic and also a record.