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Japan's Missile Drills: A Gesture of Deterrence Japan's announcement to conduct land-to-ship missile drills domestically for the first time highlights a strategic military move aimed at enhancing deterrence capabilities. The United Daily News reports that these drills will employ the Type 88 missile in Hokkaido, with
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Trade War Escalations: Reciprocal Tariffs and Retaliatory Measures As the Sino-American trade skirmish intensifies, recent developments mark the advent of what could be a protracted period of economic friction. UDN reports that the U.S. Administration under President Trump has imposed a sweeping tariff policy, escalating duties on Chinese imports
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U.S. Tariffs and Global Relations The U.S. has hit many countries, including China, with tariffs, sparking a global economic impact. udn.com reports that U.S. tariffs have significantly affected global trade, with many countries potentially experiencing a "grief cycle" of reactions—from denial to acceptance.
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U.S.-China Trade Tensions Xinhua reported that China's Ministry of Commerce convened a roundtable with American enterprises to assure that foreign companies operating in China, including American ones, will be safeguarded amidst ongoing trade pressures. China's stance remains solid: opening its market is a priority
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The Latest Views on Tariffs around the World Diplomatic and Economic Shifts: U.S.-EU Tariff Dynamics The evolving economic landscapes were echoed in Sing Tao's report on Elon Musk's proposal for a "zero-tariff free trade zone" between the U.S. and Europe, aiming
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The Controversial "Reciprocal Tariffs" The notion of "reciprocal tariffs" recently introduced by the U.S. has sparked significant international backlash, raising concerns over the integrity of the global trading system. As reported by Xinhua, the U.S. government announced on April 2, 2025, that it would
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Taiwan The United Daily News reports a stark depiction of Taiwan's economic withdrawal from the mainland—around four-fifths of Taiwanese businesses have already retreated. Luo Wanjia of the Hai Foundation blames this on China's internal economic challenges, worsened by increased U.S. tariffs. Amidst declining cross-strait
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Global Reactions to U.S. Tariff Policies The recent changes in the United States' tariff policies have sparked diverse reactions worldwide. The New York Times (source) reports on the international surprise and anger over U.S. President Trump's new tariff regimen. The article highlights the widespread worry
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These are the latest news updates related to China and the world today - China-India Diplomatic Milestones and Economic Prospects The 75th anniversary of China and India's diplomatic relations is marked by discussions on economic cooperation, particularly focusing on the strategic importance of the Hainan Free Trade Port.
Science and Technology
Significant Advances in Science and Technology Today, major strides in China's science and technology landscape are evident from various reports. According to Xinhua's detailed reporting, the nation's scientific infrastructure developments are accelerating, showcased by projects like the 'super X-ray machine' at the
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China's Military Exercises as a Response to Taiwan's Secession Talks On a more contentious note, CGTN reports the Chinese mainland's military exercises around Taiwan, triggered by perceived secessionist moves from Taiwan's leadership. The PLA's Eastern Theater Command exercises are portrayed
Science and Technology
The development of artificial intelligence often walks a tightrope between innovation and privacy, a fact made evident by recent moves by Amazon. This story, originally covered by CGTN, highlights the growing tensions between advancing AI capabilities and maintaining consumer privacy. As AI systems require ever-larger datasets and cloud processing to