8 h. ago Japan seeks regional sway as PM Ishiba courts Vietnam, Philippines on trade and security

Ishiba’s visits follow Chinese President Xi Jinping’s own tour of the region, reflecting a broader competition for influence.

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15 h. ago Japan lawmakers warn US tariffs threaten security, not just economic ties, as China looms

Donald Trump’s policy called a national security challenge as trade negotiations continue between Tokyo and Washington.

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40 h. ago Meeting in Brazil, Brics foreign ministers fail to issue joint statement

Objections to expansion of UN Security Council by new, African members overshadowed consensus on ‘protectionist’ trade measures.

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3 d. ago Australia’s Albanese says he trusts Trump on US defence ties

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says he trusts Trump to have Australia’s back on security despite their ‘different values’ on trade.

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1 week ago China slams 'appeasement' of US as nations rush to secure trade deals

China slams 'appeasement' of US as nations rush to secure trade deals  Yahoo

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2 w. ago Trump inserts himself into Japan tariff talks, as China’s Xi seeks Asia deals

The US president’s decision to get directly involved in negotiations will be an open test of his reputation as a deal maker.

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2 w. ago China’s chip exports keep rising as US ‘national security’ review looms in trade war

Details on the semiconductor tariffs are expected to be announced this week, according to Trump, and electronics goods will be included.

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2 w. ago China Power: How Trump’s tariffs could deepen Beijing’s regional sway, and what might stand in its way

China Power: How Trump’s tariffs could deepen Beijing’s regional sway, and what might stand in its way  CNA

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