TRADE NEGOTIATIONS

Apr 07 2025BUSINESS

Trade Turmoil: Countries React to U. S. Tariff Hikes

The world is grappling with the fallout from the U. S. President's aggressive tariff increases. Many countries are scrambling to figure out how to handle the situation. Some are even sending their trade experts to Washington to talk things out. The European Union's top official, Ursula von der Leyen, has proposed a mutual reduction of tariffs to zero on certain goods...

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Apr 06 2025POLITICS

Tariffs: The New Normal?

The US is gearing up for a significant shift in global trade. Top officials have made it clear that the country is not backing down from its plans to impose hefty tariffs on imports. This move is part of a broader strategy to overhaul international trade practices, which the administration believes have been unfair for decades. The decision to press ahead with these...

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Apr 04 2025POLITICS

Tariffs and Turmoil: A Bold Move with Big Repercussions

The world of finance was shaken up when a prominent political figure announced sweeping tariffs. This decision sent shockwaves through global markets, causing significant drops in stock prices. The Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 all took a hit, with percentages dropping sharply. This move was not just about economics; it was a bold political statement. The figurehead...

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Mar 25 2025POLITICS

Trump's April Tariff Surprise: What's the Real Plan?

The upcoming April 2nd event, dubbed "liberation day, " is all about tariffs. This is not just about raising prices on goods from other countries. It's also about finding ways to make money for tax cuts. This is why the president is looking at different laws to make his tariff plan stronger. One idea is to use a law called Section 301 to investigate trading partne...

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Mar 24 2025FINANCE

Trump's Tariff Tease: Markets React to Mixed Signals

The stock market saw a boost on Monday. Why? Because it looks like the big tariff announcement planned for April 2 might not be as harsh as first thought. For weeks, the Trump administration has been building up April 2 as a major day for tariffs. But now, it seems they might be backing down from their tough talk. The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg reported that ...

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

US and China: A New Chapter in Trade Talks?

A high-profile meeting took place in Beijing, where a prominent US senator and a group of American business leaders sat down with Chinese Premier Li Qiang. This gathering was more than just a formal visit; it was a strategic move by China to ease tensions and potentially avoid further economic penalties from the US. The senator in question is Steve Daines, a Republi...

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Feb 04 2025POLITICS

Trump Talks Tough and then Takes a Breather

Things heated up in the early week. Trump and Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum already agreed to step back from imposing tariffs on the other’s goods. This happened in a month after a quick phone chat. Sheinbaum will send 10, 000 troops to the region to halt drugs and illegal immigrants from crossing north. Just a few days prior, the United S...

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Feb 02 2025POLITICS

Brussels'Determination to Fight Back

Brussels is gearing up for a potential trade war with the USA. They are making sure to protect EU goods. They are ready to respond to any unfair tariffs imposed on the EU. France's leaders are pushing even harder for a strong comeback. They want a response that will have a real impact. These leaders urge Brussels to focus on key US products. They want the ...

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Jan 28 2025POLITICS

Trump's Tariff Tactic: A Quick Colombian Cave-In

In 2025, Colombia's President Gustavo Petro faced a quick lesson in U. S. politics. He refused to take back Colombian criminals released in the U. S. In response, President Trump threatened a 25% tariff on Colombian goods. Petro blinked, promising to send a plane for the criminals just 47 minutes later. This showed tariffs can be a fast, effective tool for negotiatio...

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Jan 22 2025POLITICS

Trump's Dealmaking: A New China Connection?

Donald Trump's return to the White House has many expecting U. S. -China relations to get worse. His first term was tough on China, and his team includes strong China critics. Plus, the Biden administration's moves didn't help. But what if there's a surprise? Could Trump, who loves deals, make a big one with China's Xi Jinping? Trump sees diplomacy as deals, and he'...

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