Is America Heading Towards WW3?
Dr. Bilal Zubair the Director of Research at the Center for International Strategic Studies (CISS) shared his viewpoints, noting that the global landscape is currently defined by a fragile temporary ceasefire in the U.S.-Iran war, making President Trump’s visit to Beijing a pivotal moment for international security. While official U.S. policy remains ostensibly unchanged, a […]
US Vice President JD Vance Arrives in India Amid Looming Tariff Threat
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US Vice President JD Vance visits India to boost trade ties, avoid tariffs, and strengthen the US-India strategic partnership.
China Responds to Trump’s 245% Tariffs, Calls It a “Tariff Numbers Game”
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China rejects Trump’s “tariff numbers game” as meaningless amid WTO, UNCTAD warnings of declining global trade and growth.
China, EU Commit to Strengthening Trade Ties Amid US Tariff Hikes
Premier Li Qiang slams US tariff hikes, vows economic resilience, and calls for deeper EU-China cooperation on trade.
China Warns of Firm Retaliation Against US Over Tariff Disputes
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China vows firm tariff countermeasures against US, defending free trade and urging equal-footing dialogue to resolve tensions.
Trump Threatens China with 50% Tariffs if Beijing Doesn’t Drop Levies
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Trump threatens China with a 50% tariff if it doesn’t withdraw its counter-tariff, escalating global trade tensions.
EU Signals Readiness for Tariff-Free Trade Pact with US, But Will Retaliate If Needed
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EU willing to negotiate a tariff-free trade pact with the US but warns of retaliatory tariffs over steel, aluminium duties.
Global Stocks Plunge as Trump Imposes Historic Trade Tariffs, China & EU Vow Retaliation
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Global stocks plunge as new tariffs by Trump spark fears of inflation, stalled growth, and global trade tensions.
Canada’s PM Says Economic Relationship with US Is Over
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Canada’s PM Carney says US relationship is over, vows retaliation for auto tariffs, and urges a reimagined economy.
Trump Announces 25% Tariffs On Cars, Ramping Up Trade War
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Trump imposes 25% tariffs on cars, escalating the trade war and disrupting global auto prices, supply chains, and production.