Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Suspension, China exempted
WASHINGTON – In a significant shift in U.S. trade policy, President Donald Trump declared a 90-day suspension of the recently imposed “reciprocal” tariffs on multiple countries, aiming to foster negotiations for new trade agreements. This suspension does not extend to … Continue reading Trump Announces 90-Day Tariff Suspension, China exempted
China Vows Strong Retaliation as Trump Escalates Trade War
BEIJING — The U.S.-China trade conflict has entered a new and dangerous phase as Beijing outlines a multi-pronged strategy to respond to President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping 104 % tariffs on Chinese goods. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce issued … Continue reading China Vows Strong Retaliation as Trump Escalates Trade War
U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States has introduced sweeping new tariffs, with the heaviest economic impact expected to fall on Asian countries. Announced on April 2 by President Donald Trump, the policy imposes a 10% tariff on all goods entering … Continue reading U.S. Tariffs Hit Asia Hardest, Economic Concerns
U.S. Beef Exports to China Plummet Amid Trade Dispute
WASHINGTON/BEIJING – U.S. beef exports to China have sharply declined, according to U.S. government data released on Thursday, March 27. The downturn follows Beijing’s decision to let export registrations for hundreds of U.S. meat processing facilities expire on March 16, … Continue reading U.S. Beef Exports to China Plummet Amid Trade Dispute
Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
HANOI – In a strategic move to ease trade tensions with Washington, Vietnam has announced significant tariff reductions on key U.S. products, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), automobiles, and ethanol. The cuts aim to address concerns over Vietnam’s growing trade … Continue reading Vietnam Cuts Tariffs on U.S. Goods to Avoid Penalties
ASEAN Summit with China and Arab Gulf States
KUALA LUMPUR – The geopolitical chessboard in Asia is being reconfigured as Malaysia, holding the 2025 ASEAN presidency, prepares to host a high-stakes summit in May with China and the Arab Gulf states. The move signals a potential shift in … Continue reading ASEAN Summit with China and Arab Gulf States
US State Department Revises Taiwan Policy
WASHINGTON – The US State Department has recently revised the portrayal of its stance on Taiwan—a move that Taipei interprets as clear evidence of Washington’s enhanced support for the island. The passage previously featured on the department’s website, which stated … Continue reading US State Department Revises Taiwan Policy
Filipino Community in the U.S. Fears Deportation
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Filipino community in the United States is on edge as former President Donald Trump’s return to the White House on January 20 has reignited fears of deportation for undocumented immigrants. His administration’s aggressive push to toughen … Continue reading Filipino Community in the U.S. Fears Deportation
Panama Withdraws from China’s Belt and Road Initiative
PANAMA CITY – Panama has officially announced its withdrawal from China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a landmark move that reflects changing national priorities and evolving international alliances. Since joining the initiative in 2017, Panama had sought to benefit from … Continue reading Panama Withdraws from China’s Belt and Road Initiative
U.S.-China Trade War Escalates: Beijing Responds
WASHINGTON/BEIJING – Minutes after U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariff hikes on Chinese goods kicked in on February 4, Beijing fired back with a calculated set of countermeasures. While the U.S. tariffs, imposing a 10 percent tax on all Chinese imports, … Continue reading U.S.-China Trade War Escalates: Beijing Responds