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24 results for “us-china trade”
Military / WarThe Veil
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
As Chinese chipmakers gain ground, competition for semiconductor specialists is heightening tensions over trade secrets.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Next Trade War Could Be With Congress
Lawmakers want to reclaim authority over Trump's unpopular tariffs, raising the prospect of a dispute over who controls U.S. trade policy.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
China Won’t Bail Out Trump’s Lost War
Beijing appears cautious on Iran, but the report documents no refusal to help the US or change in Chinese policy.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
South Africa braces for loss of US trade benefits — RT Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa is seeking markets in China and India amid uncertainty over its US AGOA trade benefits.
- 8 min
- South Africa
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China Sanctions Paraguay and Belize for Recognizing Taiwan
Beijing sanctioned ministers from Paraguay and Belize over their countries’ recognition of Taiwan. The sanctions’ terms and practical effects remain unc...
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Why is the trade deficit getting bigger?
A Washington event description dated October 9, 2026, says the U.S. trade deficit reached $100 billion in August, with imports exceeding exports.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarBehind The Veil
EU and China strike interim trade deal which could cut Chinese hybrid exports by half, EU trade envoy says
An EU envoy in Beijing says an interim deal could halve Chinese hybrid exports. The accompanying chart symbolically emphasizes the need for clarity on t...
- 8 min
- China
Global SummitsThe Veil
Iran has ‘legitimate right’ to civilian nuclear program – China
China says Iran has a legitimate right to peaceful nuclear activities. The statement does not report a change to Iran's program.
- 7 min
- China
World TradeThe Veil
China, US agree to AI dialogue, tariff cuts on $30 billion in goods during Xi visit
Beijing and Washington agree to trim tariffs and start formal AI talks during Xi’s visit, signaling cautious easing of trade tensions and focus on safety.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Xi prepares China ‘for battle’ as expert warns of grave danger facing US ahead of DC summit
Leaders meet in D.C. as tensions sharpen over security, trade, and influence; markets and allies watch for steps on controls, tariffs, and military ties.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries as both countries trade strikes
From Moscow, Trump calls on Kyiv to stop hitting Russian refineries as Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks, raising risks to civilians and fuel supply.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Former Pentagon AI chief warns Flock cameras could create 'China-like surveillance state' in the US
Mark Beall cautions that widespread Flock ALPR use without strict guardrails and court oversight could steer the U.S. toward a surveillance state.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. and Iran trade more attacks after lull in fighting
Renewed U.S.-Iran strikes around Sept. 2, 2026 raise regional risk as rhetoric escalates and precision operations target proxy and defense assets.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US and Iran Trade New Strikes as the War Enters its 7th Month
Washington confirms fresh Middle East strikes amid Iran tensions, signaling a risky retaliation cycle and raising regional security and energy concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
World TradeBehind The Veil
Sberbank buys Delhi business towers for Russia-India trade hub — RT India
Sberbank acquires two New Delhi business towers to anchor a bilateral trade and finance center, bolstering settlement, clearing, and corporate services.
- 7 min
- India
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
China-linked hackers infiltrated US government networks before FBI takedown
FBI seizes QTFY domains after intrusions at U.S. agencies and DOE labs, with data stolen from 300+ orgs; action announced in Washington.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
As U.S.-Canada trade war escalates, Ontario Premier Doug Ford says Trump is "treating us like we're Communist China"
Amid escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions, Ford says Trump is treating Canada like “Communist China,” while talks continue on autos and agriculture.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. threatens to hit Iran's trade partners with secondary economic sanctions
Washington signals tougher measures targeting firms and banks aiding Iranian commerce, raising compliance risks across energy, shipping, and finance.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump targets Iran’s trade lifelines — here are the countries most exposed
Washington signals moves to curb Iran’s oil, shipping, and banking ties, pressuring countries and firms most exposed to Tehran’s trade flows.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Vance says Canada friendlier to China on trade than to US: 'Insanity'
Vance says Canada favors Chinese imports over U.S. goods, slams dairy tariffs as punitive, as Trump floats tariffs up to 50% on Canadian products.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
U.S. and Canada trade war intensifies with new tariffs
Washington announces 50% tariffs on Canadian imports after talks collapse, prompting swift retaliation plans and market, supply chain volatility.
- 9 min
- United States