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World events read through mundane astrology. Every decode carries the event chart it was written from.
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24 results for “us-china trade”
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's first Iran war escalation post-midterm losses seeks to choke off Tehran’s trade
After midterm losses, Trump expands pressure on Iran, targeting land and Caspian Sea routes Tehran uses to move military supplies.
- 7 min
- Iran
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 / GovernmentThe Veil
U.K. PM Andy Burnham open to apologizing for slave trade but rules out financial reparations
Andy Burnham says he is open to a U.K. apology for its role in the slave trade but rules out financial reparations.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Military / WarThe Veil
China Uses Djibouti Outpost to Assert Itself on Houthi Attacks
A joint communiqué issued Thursday supports freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait amid Houthi attacks.
- 7 min
- Djibouti
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
California woman indicted on charges that she was spying for China
Prosecutors allege she spied on Taiwan's president's son for China. She was indicted earlier in October; the allegation has not been proven in court.
- 6 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
AMB GORDON SONDLAND: Threading the needle on Ukraine, Russia and China
A Beijing-tagged signal frames Trump's approach to the Russia–Ukraine war against the longer-term challenge from China. No policy change is reported.
- 7 min
- China
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
EU, China Strike Deal that Could Cut Chinese Hybrid Car Exports
The deal could cut Chinese hybrid-car exports to the EU, but its terms, scope and start date have not been provided.
- 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 / WarThe Veil
What Does China’s New Military Base in Laos Mean?
An October 2026 signal references a purported Chinese military base in Laos, but its existence, location, operator and role remain unverified.
- 7 min
- Laos
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
Bessent reveals extension to Busan agreement with China until January
Treasury’s Bessent extends a financial coordination deal with China to January, aiming to steady Asia markets amid the Iran war’s ripple effects.
- 7 min
- South Korea
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. proposes exchanging AI safety alerts with China, Bessent says
U.S. officials propose a U.S.–China AI safety alert mechanism ahead of a Trump–Xi summit, aiming to reduce risk via rapid incident and anomaly sharing.
- 7 min
- United States
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
Only China, India, and Russia Can End the Iran War
U.S. signals de-escalation may rely on Beijing, New Delhi, and Moscow, citing their channels to Tehran as energy and shipping risks mount.
- 7 min
- India
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Fears of a Canadian trade war are overblown. So far, it’s more of a skirmish
Analysts say U.S.–Canada friction remains contained, with targeted measures and consultations under USMCA keeping supply chains moving.
- 7 min
- Canada