South Korean businesses set to make significant investment in Bangladesh
The delegation included officials from LG, as well as representatives from some of Korea's largest companies in textiles, fashion, spinning, logistics, healthcare, power, and…
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US President Trump’s latest round of tariffs are poised to go into effect. Here’s what we know
Mr. Trump could also roll out more product-specific tariffs down the road. The president has previously threatened import taxes on goods like copper, lumber and pharmaceutical…
Trade war intensifies: The Korea Herald
For South Korea, it would be difficult to make retaliatory responses like China and the European Union. The country cannot but attempt to negotiate with the Trump government.
Strategic convergence: The Statesman
At the heart of the growing China-Pakistan partnership lies China's enduring interest in securing maritime routes vital to its economic and strategic security.
Beijing can curb imports of US films and chicken if US hikes tariffs, say influential Chinese bloggers
This comes after US President Donald Trump threatened on April 7 to slap an additional 50 percent tariff on Chinese imports if Beijing does not withdraw its tit-for-tat…
US tariff impositions: Thorn in the side or blessing in disguise?
Although not entirely disheartening, the tariff makes it clear that Bangladesh must act fast to reduce the bilateral trade deficit. Enhancing efficiencies could help regain…
China keen to set up Special Economic Zone in Bangladesh’s Mongla port
Ashik Chowdhury, BIDA executive chairman, pointed to Mongla's location near the seaport, referring to it as a gateway for maritime and export-linked industries.
Japan PM Ishiba, US President Trump talk over phone, agree to ministerial level tariff talks
The phone conversation lasted for about 25 minutes, and the prime minister told Mr. Trump that he was “deeply concerned” the U.S. tariff policy could “weaken investment…
China, EU committed to upholding free, open trade
Li reiterated that Beijing's macroeconomic policies this year have taken into full account various uncertain factors, while reaffirming the commitment to expanding opening-up and…
Any negotiations will put Malaysia’s interests first, says minister ahead of US trip for talks
Investment, Trade and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz will also be chairing a meeting with Asean member states on April 10, where matters related to the US…