9 h. ago Japan urged to reduce US reliance amid Trump uncertainty, and embrace Global South

Japanese business leaders are urging the country to diversify trade beyond the US to mitigate risks associated with over-reliance on one economy.

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7 d. ago US tariff policies could push countries to strengthen China ties: trade expert

China has room to build durable relations with other nations as they hedge against Trump uncertainty, Brookings Institution fellow says.

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8 d. ago China rolls out plan to promote its own payment system as US trade war simmers

The country aims to reduce its reliance on the dollar-based global financial system as it confronts Washington’s aggressive trade policies.

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8 d. ago Trump tariffs, uncertainty cloud US, global economy outlooks amid ‘new era’ of trade: IMF

The IMF slashed growth forecasts due to Trump’s tariffs, citing US-China trade uncertainty and a potential supply shock.

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2 w. ago What US consumers are losing to Trump tariffs: Christmas toys, Swiss watches, Japanese whisky

Trump’s tariff pause provides temporary relief, but uncertainty may lead to US shortages of cars, toys, and electronics as shipments are halted.

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2 w. ago How Trump tariffs hurt US: Christmas toys, Swiss watches, Japanese whisky

Trump’s tariff pause provides temporary relief, but uncertainty may lead to US shortages of cars, toys, and electronics as shipments are halted.

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2 w. ago For China’s electronics firms, US tariff exemptions offer more confusion than relief

The exemptions only cover a small slice of China’s vast electronics supply chain, and Trump’s ‘sectoral tariffs’ add fresh uncertainty.

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2 w. ago Japan Post worker arrested for mailing used condom to colleague ‘to satisfy sexual urges’

The incident has sparked safety concerns and an investigation into similar cases.

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3 w. ago Businesses face a sobering reality: Under Trump's tariff plan, reducing reliance on China won't be easy

Businesses face a sobering reality: Under Trump's tariff plan, reducing reliance on China won't be easy  CNBC

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3 w. ago Standard Chartered hosts SME seminar to explore new opportunities in supply chain diversification and digitalisation

[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (“Standard Chartered Hong Kong”) today hosted a seminar for small and medium-sized enterprises (“SMEs”) on “Embracing Global Dynamics through Supply Chain Diversification and Digitalisation”. The event brought together over 200 SMEs from Hong Kong and Mainland China to explore opportunities arising from the transformation of cross-border business and digitalisation. The opening ceremony of the seminar was officiated by Mary Huen, CEO, Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia, Standard Chartered; Arthur Yuen, Deputy Chief Executive, Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA); Stephen Man, Head of Wealth Management and Retail Banking, Standard Chartered Hong Kong; and Winne Tung, Head of SME Banking, Standard Chartered Hong Kong. Mary Huen, CEO, Hong Kong and Greater China & North Asia, Standard Chartered, said, "Amidst uncertainties in the global trade market, Standard Cha...

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3 w. ago In Japan, Nato chief warns of China’s ‘staggering’ military build

Nato chief Mark Rutte urged for a stronger Japan-Nato alliance amid concerns over China’s rapid military expansion and global stability threats.

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4 w. ago ‘Immense consequences’: Trump’s tariffs ignite worldwide backlash, spiraling uncertainty

US action could have dire effects for millions of people, world leaders warn, as US allies across Europe, Asia consider next moves.

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