China’s countermeasures against US tariffs over fentanyl issue to stay
The US imposed two rounds of tariffs — 10 percent each time — on Chinese goods in February and March, citing fentanyl as the reason. In response, China imposed additional…
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China retains rare earth export controls as bargaining chip amid trade war truce with US
China dominates the world’s rare earth supply chain, mining almost 70 percent of the global output of these critical minerals. More importantly, it processes some 90 percent of…
Businesses upbeat over China-US tariff respite
Analysts, however, warned that business communities should maintain a measured approach, rather than be overly optimistic, as uncertainties still surround the sustainability of…
Saudis invest big in US weapons, AI as US President Trump basks in welcome
Mr. Trump welcomed a promise by Saudi Arabia’s de facto ruler, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for $600 billion in investment and quipped that it should be $1 trillion.
Japanese government fears U.S.-China talks may sideline Japan-U.S. negotiations
According to a senior government official, the United States has stated that the U.S.-China agreement will not set a precedent for other countries.
Vietnam reaffirms commitment to US investors in push for balanced, sustainable trade ties
US businesses praised Vietnam’s recent administrative reforms aimed at eliminating at least 30 per cent of unnecessary investment conditions, cutting down the time and cost of…
Any issues between India, Pakistan will be addressed bilaterally: India’s Centre
The statement virtually rejects US President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate between the two countries on the Kashmir issue.
US President Trump blinked in trade war with China. Can Southeast Asia get a break, too?
The reversal on China invites the obvious question: What about the rest of the world, especially Southeast Asia, where reciprocal tariffs range from 49 percent on Cambodia to 17…
Thai setter Pornpun leads Orlando Valkyries to historic PVF title, earns MVP honours
She also earned Finals MVP honours, showcasing her leadership and elite playmaking with 37 assists and a team-high 12 digs—proving herself not just as a setter, but as the heart…
‘Positive start’: Analysts upbeat on surprise US-China tariff deal
Under the deal announced on May 12, which will last for 90 days, US exports to China will see tariffs reduced to 10 percent from 125 percent, while tariffs on Chinese exports to…