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Navigating the Future of U.S.-China Relations in a Second Trump Term

As the incoming Trump administration prepares to take office, U.S.-China relations stand poised to become one of the most significant challenges on the global stage. The complex and often contentious relationship between the two dominant superpowers is expected to remain a focal point for the new administration.......

Trump Declares Victory on Immigration Following Call with Mexican President, but Mexico Signals Continuity

President-elect Donald Trump recently claimed progress in addressing illegal immigration following a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. However, Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico remains committed to its existing strategies, dismissing any suggestion of closing its borders. This exchange......

Dollar Rises While European Stocks Stumble Amid Tariff Concerns

LONDON, Nov. 26 – The U.S. dollar surged on Tuesday, gaining strength in global markets, while European stocks suffered notable declines following statements from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on all imports from Canada and Mexico, along with additional......

Trump Proposes Day-One Tariffs on Key Trade Partners: Implications for Global Trade and Diplomacy  

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his intention to implement significant tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China immediately upon assuming office if re-elected. These measures, he asserts, aim to combat illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and trade imbalances. The proposed tariffs mark a......

Trump Announces Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary Amid Cabinet Shakeup

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has selected billionaire investor and hedge fund manager Scott Bessent to serve as Treasury Secretary, marking a critical appointment in shaping his economic agenda. The announcement comes during a wave of high-profile cabinet nominations following a withdrawal by Trump’s......

Biden's Trade Policy Shift: A Potential Price Hike for Shein and Temu

The popular e-tailers Shein and Temu, known for their incredibly low prices, may soon face a significant shift in their pricing strategy as the Biden administration takes aim at a trade law loophole that has benefited these Chinese-linked retailers. This move could result in a substantial increase in......

Meloni and Xi Seek to Rekindle Sino-Italian Relations Amid Global Tensions

In a diplomatic move aimed at rejuvenating Sino-Italian relations, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Monday. The high-profile encounter, which took place at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, marked Meloni's inaugural visit to China since assuming......

BYD Strikes $1 Billion Deal to Establish Manufacturing Plant in Turkey

BYD, China's preeminent electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has signed a landmark $1 billion (£780 million) agreement to construct a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Turkey. This strategic move underscores BYD's relentless expansion beyond its domestic market. The forthcoming......

Biden Ramps Up Trade Tensions with China, Hiking Tariffs on Key Imports

In a bold move that risks escalating trade tensions with Beijing, President Joe Biden has unveiled a sweeping set of steep tariff hikes on a range of Chinese imports, including electric vehicles, computer chips, and medical products. The White House cited "unacceptable risks" to US economic......