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Alarm raised over Chinese CCTV cameras guarding ‘symbol of democracy’ Magna Carta
Campaigners criticise use of ‘vulnerable’ devices at Salisbury Cathedral and Parthenon despite their removal f…
- Asia Pacific, Business, China, Donald Trump, Economics, Global economy, Keir Starmer, Politics, Tariffs, Trade policy, UK news, US news, World news, Xi Jinping
Trump says ‘very dangerous’ for UK to do business with China, after Starmer hails progress in Beijing
US president warns against closer ties with China during British PM’s trip to secure lower tariffs and better …
- Asia Pacific, Business, China, Economics, Foreign policy, Global economy, Keir Starmer, Politics, Trade policy, UK news, World news, Xi Jinping
Chinese state media views Starmer’s visit as act of economic pragmatism
PM praised for not pressuring Xi over his ties with Putin on a trip seen as business ‘taking precedence over p…
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EU-India deal ‘accelerated’ over past six months amid Trump’s tariff threats – Europe live
Wide-ranging deal will cut tariffs to zero over seven years as Modi hails ‘largest free trade agreement’ in In…
- Asia Pacific, Business, Donald Trump, Economics, International trade, South Korea, Tariffs, Trump administration, Trump tariffs, US foreign policy, US news, World news
Trump says he will impose new tariffs on South Korea as he criticises delays in trade deal
US president says tariffs on automobiles, lumber and pharmaceuticals will rise to 25%, accusing Seoul of not l…
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Canada has no intention of pursuing free trade with China, says Carney
PM says recent agreement just cuts tariffs on a few sectors, as Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canadian impor…
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China’s population falls again as birthrate drops 17% to record low
Fourth year of decline deepens concerns over ageing, shrinking workforce and long-term economic impactChina’s …
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‘Brazen’ political influence of rich laid bare as wealth of billionaires reaches $18.3tn, says Oxfam
Governments opting for oligarchy while brutally repressing protests over austerity and lack of jobs, charity r…
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Canada PM hails ‘strategic partnership’ with China to adapt to ‘new global realities’
Mark Carney holds talks with Xi Jinping on rare Beijing trip as Canada seeks to diversify trade links away fro…
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Russia working to circumvent sanctions to ensure India oil imports continue
Delhi is world’s second largest purchaser of Russian crude, which is now cheaper than oil from Middle EastRuss…
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China imposes sanctions on US defence firms over Taiwan arms deal
$10bn Trump-approved sale to Taipei triggers Beijing sanctions against firms such as Boeing and Northrop Grumm…
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Fresh ‘manty’ and cheap figs: a post-Soviet supermarket becomes a must-visit spot in NYC
Tashkent Supermarket’s new West Village location offers staples like plov and samsas hot and fresh – a taste o…
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The second China shock is coming – and the UK’s response is too timid | George Magnus
Beijing’s push to dominate technology through state-backed industrial policy is reshaping global trade and cou…
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The second China shock is coming – and the UK’s response is too timid | George Magnus
Beijing’s push to dominate technology through state-backed industrial policy is reshaping global trade and cou…
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Top economists call for halt to Sri Lanka debt repayments after Cyclone Ditwah
Group of 120 experts including Joseph Stiglitz urge fresh debt restructuring plan given scale of destructionA …