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.
US Tariffs May Cost Pakistan $4.2B in 5 Years, $800M Hit in 2024 Alone
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Pakistan faces $0.8bn export loss in 2024 as US slaps 39% tariff; LSE says trade diversion may offer partial relief.
Trump Announces Pause on Tariffs Except for China
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Trump pauses global tariffs for 90 days, hikes China’s to 125%, triggering global reactions and market volatility.
Bangladesh’s Yunus Writes Letter to Trump Over New Export Tariffs
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In a letter to Trump, Muhammad Yunus urges tariff delay on Bangladeshi exports, pledging reforms and increased US imports.
Pakistan Bonds Plunge 13 Cents Amid Trump Tariff Turmoil
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Pakistan bonds plunge amid US tariffs and global selloff, marking biggest drop since early 2022 market turmoil.
More Than 50 Nations Reach Out to US for Trade Negotiations After Tariffs Imposed
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Over 50 nations seek trade talks after US tariffs trigger global market turmoil, raising fears of an economic downturn.