ECONOMIC NEGOTIATIONS

Jun 26 2025TECHNOLOGY

US-China Tech Showdown: Chip Equipment in the Crosshairs

The US is thinking about taking back some special permits. These permits let American companies sell certain tech gear to big chip makers in China. The main players here are Samsung, TSMC, and SK hynix. They've been using these permits to get equipment for their factories in China. But now, the US might change the rules, making it harder for these companies to get th...

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May 24 2025POLITICS

The EU-US Trade Showdown: A Brewing Storm

The former US President Donald Trump has recently stirred the pot in international trade. He has threatened to impose a hefty 50% tariff on goods coming from the European Union. This move comes after he felt that the current trade talks were not going anywhere. He pointed out several issues with the EU's trade practices, including high taxes and unfair laws against A...

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May 12 2025BUSINESS

Trade Talks Boost Asian Markets

Investors in Asia woke up to good news on Monday. Stocks in Japan and South Korea saw a slight increase at the start of trading. In China, Hong Kong and Shenzhen markets went up by about 1 percent. Even the S&P 500 in New York was expected to follow this trend. Why the sudden optimism? It all started with talks over the weekend. U. S. and Chinese officials met ...

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May 10 2025BUSINESS

The US and China's Trade Tug-of-War in Geneva

The United States and China started serious trade discussions in Geneva. This meeting happened after Donald Trump hinted at reducing tariffs on Chinese goods. This move was seen as a way to ease tensions between the two economic giants. China, on the other hand, wants the US to show real commitment by removing tariffs on its exports. The t...

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Apr 30 2025POLITICS

A New Deal in the Making: Ukraine's Mineral Resources and US Talks

Ukraine is on the brink of finalizing a significant agreement with the United States. This deal focuses on the management and utilization of Ukraine's rich mineral resources. The negotiations have been ongoing, with both sides working to iron out the details. But what's at stake here? Ukraine is home to a variety of valuable minerals. These include titanium, which i...

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Feb 28 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Mineral Wealth: A Game Changer or a Mirage?

Ukraine might just have a hidden treasure. It's not gold or jewels, but minerals that are super important for tech and industry. These include rare earth metals like lithium and cobalt, which are key for rechargeable batteries in our phones and electric cars. Plus, there's scandium for making aluminum stronger, graphite for electric vehicle batteries, tantalum for ...

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