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China, Vietnam sign deals as Xi visits Hanoi amid US tariff tensions

In his visit to Hanoi on April 14, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of deepening trade and supply chain cooperation between China and Vietnam in response to challenges posed by U.S. tariffs. Xi's visit, part of a broader Southeast Asia tour, follows the imposition of significant......

Trump Plans New Tariffs on Semiconductors amid Trade Policy Shift

In a significant shift in trade policy, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that new tariff rates on imported semiconductor chips will be revealed in the coming week. While some flexibility may be granted to certain companies, the announcement signals that previous exemptions for smartphones......

Trump Spares Smartphones, Computers, Other Electronics from China Tariffs

The U.S. administration under President Donald Trump has granted tariff exemptions on a range of electronics imported mainly from China, including smartphones, computers, and other devices. This move is seen as a significant relief for major tech companies like Apple, which rely heavily on imported products. In......

Stocks, Dollar Slip, Bonds Pummelled Again as Trade War Roils Markets

Global markets took a hit on Friday as the intensifying trade war between major economies sparked a wave of investor anxiety. Stocks fell sharply, the U.S. dollar weakened, and bond markets suffered their worst week in decades, signaling growing fears of a global recession. The turmoil followed a series......

Vietnam's response to U.S. tariffs: cracking down on China trade

Vietnam is taking significant steps to address U.S. concerns over Chinese goods transshipped through its territory, in a bid to avoid harsh tariffs. In response to U.S. scrutiny, including from trade advisor Peter Navarro, the Southeast Asian nation is tightening controls on both Chinese goods shipped......

Sánchez stresses Spain’s positive foreign policy in China, advocating for balanced relations

Spain's foreign policy is aimed at fostering positive relationships, rather than opposing any nation, stated Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez during his visit to China, marking the conclusion of his tour through Asia. In his address from the Spanish Embassy in Beijing, Sánchez emphasized......

China to ‘Reduce’ Hollywood Movie Releases in Response to Trump’s Tariffs

China has announced plans to scale back the number of Hollywood films allowed in its theaters, a move directly tied to escalating trade tensions with the United States. The decision comes in response to the US government's imposition of steep tariffs now reaching up to 145% on Chinese goods, a policy......

Australia rejects China’s call to unite against US tariffs

Australia has firmly turned down China’s proposal to collaborate in opposing U.S. trade tariffs, signaling a strategic shift toward reducing its economic dependence on Beijing. Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles emphasized on Thursday that Canberra will not align with China in global trade disputes,......

Spain's growing trade interest with China: Key figures behind Sánchez's Asian visit

As the doors to the United States potentially close or become increasingly expensive, countries around the world, including Spain, are seeking alternatives. Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, is embarking on a visit to China and Vietnam this Wednesday, aiming to diversify the nation's......