Trump Warns China ‘Not Getting Off The Hook’ on US Electronics Tariffs
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Trump says no one is exempt from tariffs as US-China trade tensions grow despite temporary tech product exemptions.
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.
Trump Offers China Relief From Tariffs in Exchange for TikTok Deal Approval
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Trump proposes using tariffs to negotiate a TikTok deal with China, as the app faces an April 5 deadline for a sale.
Pakistan Pays Back $1 Billion Chinese Loan, Seeks Refinancing
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Pakistan repays $1 billion Chinese loan, lowering reserves to $10.6B; seeks refinancing amid IMF talks and upcoming debt maturities.
China’s Executive Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang Meets Yunus
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Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Prof. Yunus meets China’s Executive Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and EXIM Bank chairman at Bo’ao Forum 2025.
Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Yunus to Meet President Xi Jinping During China Visit
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Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ visit to China aims to boost ties, attend BFA 2025, and discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
Canada, Australia to Develop Arctic Radar System
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Canada and Australia to develop a $6B Arctic radar system as Carney warns of rising threats from adversaries in the region.
Japan to Deploy Long-Range Missiles on Kyushu Island Capable of Reaching North Korea and China
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Japan plans to deploy long-range missiles in Kyushu amid security concerns and shifting US-Japan defense dynamics under Trump.