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Latest Updates on Tariffs Against the backdrop of cultural diplomacy, economic tensions simmer with the U.S. and China at its core. Former U.S. President Trump’s narrative, reported by Sing Tao, criticizes any attempts to avoid tariffs on unfair trade practices, specifically singling out China. His posts on
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Nature's Reopening: Beijing's Parks and Gardens As of April 14, Beijing is set to reopen all its city parks. This marks a significant move as key locations such as the Yanhe Park and Xiangshan Park are welcoming back visitors. According to a report from The Paper,
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International Finance Reactions: China and Global Markets International perspectives are contrastingly highlighted by Tencent's coverage of global reactions to Chinese markets. According to Tencent, geopolitical tensions, like tariff disputes initiated by the U.S., have prompted a rush for the Chinese Yuan by foreign investors. This finance-driven narrative
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U.S.-Iran Negotiations: A New Pathway or Just the Beginning? The recent talks between the United States and Iran in Oman signify a critical point in U.S.-Iran relations. According to United Daily News, key issues discussed were the de-escalation of Middle Eastern tensions and limitations on Iran&
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The Strategic Dance Between China and Spain On April 11, Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in Beijing, marking an important diplomatic engagement between the two countries. As reported by the Foreign Ministry of China, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation across
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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