1 hour ago David Perdue confirmed as Trump's top China diplomat after key Senate vote

David Perdue confirmed as Trump's top China diplomat after key Senate vote  Fox News

Politics

2 h. ago Reported Amazon plan to list tariff costs ‘hostile and political act’: Trump White House

The press secretary’s complaint comes while promoting US President Donald Trump’s tariff programme on administration’s 100th day.

Politics

3 h. ago Rule by executive order: Trump’s power grab leaves official Washington gasping to keep up

One hundred days into president’s second term, US capital has been thrown into chaos responding to sweeping actions that may not be legal.

Politics

3 h. ago Trump’s executive order power grab leaves official Washington gasping to keep up

One hundred days into president’s second term, US capital has been thrown into chaos responding to sweeping actions that may not be legal.

Politics

3 h. ago Trump executive order to relax 25% auto tariffs to revitalise US manufacturing

The order seeks to simplify import tax enforcement to avoid multiple tariffs on foreign cars and cut tariffs on parts for domestic production.

Politics

4 h. ago Amazon plans to display Trump tariff costs. White House calls it ‘hostile, political act’

Amazon’s decision angered the White House, which asked why the e-commerce site did not act similarly when inflation rose under former president Joe Biden.

Politics

5 h. ago Trade war: China calls Boeing ‘victim’ of Trump tariff policy as jets return to US

US aircraft manufacturer receives implicit olive branch from China’s Ministry of Commerce as spokesperson laments severing of normal business ties.

Events

5 h. ago Malaysia delays sales tax expansion amid Trump’s tariff pressure, offering businesses respite

The Malaysian government’s decision to postpone its tax expansion, should provide relief for businesses amid trade war uncertainties.

Economics

6 h. ago China's Xi pushes AI and 'Global South' opportunity amid US trade war

China's Xi pushes AI and 'Global South' opportunity amid US trade war  Reuters

Events

6 h. ago Chinese and American analysts find common ground amid Trump’s chaos

At an event in Hong Kong, observers largely agree that US president’s unpredictability and ‘America first’ doctrine have intensified rivalry.

Politics

7 h. ago The US Factory Where Trump Previewed His Tariffs in 2017 Is Now in China

The US Factory Where Trump Previewed His Tariffs in 2017 Is Now in China  Bloomberg.com

Politics

7 h. ago China’s Xi dials up tech push, Global South solidarity as US tariff war deepens

Choice of Shanghai as first stop since trade war worsened underlines commitment to boosting core advantages to tackle external pressures.

Events

7 h. ago In first 100 days, Trump takes hawkish stance on China to new heights

In first 100 days, Trump takes hawkish stance on China to new heights  Al Jazeera

Politics

7 h. ago Xi Is Trying to Turn World Against US as Trump Cuts Trade Deals

Xi Is Trying to Turn World Against US as Trump Cuts Trade Deals  Bloomberg.com

Politics

8 h. ago China ramps up global yuan push, seizing on retreating dollar

China ramps up global yuan push, seizing on retreating dollar  Reuters

Politics

8 h. ago Malta’s ‘golden passports’ ruled illegal by EU court, as Trump woos wealthy investors to US

The European Court of Justice ruled that an EU nation cannot grant nationality or citizenship for payments or investments, as it would commercialise the process.

Economics

10 h. ago Asia’s clean energy future at risk as nations rush to sign US gas deals to dodge tariffs

The sector can weather the impact of Trump’s tariffs through regional cooperation and finding trade routes outside the US, experts suggest.

Economics

10 h. ago Japan worries Trump's tariff threats may drive Asia closer to Beijing

Japan worries Trump's tariff threats may drive Asia closer to Beijing  myind.net

Politics

11 h. ago China's April factory activity seen slipping as Trump tariffs bite: Reuters poll

China's April factory activity seen slipping as Trump tariffs bite: Reuters poll  Reuters

Politics

11 h. ago Is the US pushing countries towards China? : The Indicator from Planet Money

Is the US pushing countries towards China? : The Indicator from Planet Money  NPR

Events