ECONOMIC RELATIONS

Jul 09 2025POLITICS

EU and US: Trade Talks in a Tizzy

The EU and US are in a bit of a pickle. They've been trying to sort out a trade deal, but things aren't moving as fast as hoped. The US had set a deadline, but it came and went without a deal. Now, they're saying a deal could happen any day. The US president mentioned that they're close to sending a letter to the EU, which might mean a deal is in the works. He also ...

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Jun 30 2025POLITICS

Canada and U. S. Trade Talks Back On: What Changed?

Canada and the U. S. are talking again. Why? Because Canada decided not to tax big U. S. tech companies. This tax was a big deal. It would have hit companies like Amazon, Google, and Meta. The tax was set to start soon, but Canada changed its mind. President Trump was not happy about the tax. He said it was unfair to the U. S. He even stopped all trade talks with Ca...

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May 12 2025BUSINESS

Trade Talk Breakthrough: China and the U. S. Take a Step Back from Tariffs

The U. S. and China have decided to hit the pause button on their trade war. This move comes after high-level talks in Geneva, Switzerland. Both sides agreed to temporarily reduce tariffs on each other's goods. This is a big deal because it shows that both countries are willing to work together to find a solution. The U. S. will lower its tariffs on China to 30% fro...

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May 12 2025POLITICS

Trump's Middle East Business Ventures: A Closer Look

Donald Trump's family has a significant presence in the Middle East, with various business ventures that have raised eyebrows and sparked debates. These ventures range from real estate to cryptocurrency investments, all while Trump holds a powerful political position. The Trump Organization, now managed by Trump's sons Eric and Donald Jr. , has been actively pursuin...

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Mar 18 2025BUSINESS

Trade Tensions: The $9. 5 Trillion Dollar Showdown

The United States and Europe have a massive trading relationship. In 2023, the value of goods and services exchanged between them hit a record $2 trillion. This doesn't even include the affiliate sales, which were $4 trillion from the U. S. to Europe and $3. 5 trillion the other way. This makes the U. S. and Europe the most interconnected trading partners in the worl...

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Mar 01 2025BUSINESS

UK-US Trade Deal: A Glimmer of Hope Amidst Uncertainty

The UK and the US are in the spotlight again, this time because of the potential for a trade agreement. President Trump's recent positive remarks about a deal with the UK have sparked some optimism among British businesses. These businesses are eager to avoid the risk of tariffs, which could significantly impact their exports. The UK's departure from the EU ...

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