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US and China push through high-stakes tariff talks in Sweden

Representatives of the world’s two largest economies meet in Sweden as the expiration date for a 90‑day pause on tariffs draws near.

Economy

US and China to talk in Stockholm as trade truce expiration nears

The talks are a precursor to a potential autumn meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Economy

China rare earth exports to the US surge 660% after trade agreement

The shipment volumes are still lower than before China imposed export restrictions on the metals in April.

Business

Nvidia to sell H20 chips to China again after US gives export approval

The move is a U-turn for the government, which in April banned sales of the chip to China.

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Tech News

China doesn’t need NVIDIA chips for military power, CEO says

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang says China doesn’t need to use the American tech stack or his company’s semiconductor chips to train AI for its military.

Europe in Motion

How could the US-China trade rearrangement affect Europe?

Amid the pressures posed by unpredictable US-China trade relations, many US firms are considering alternative supply sources to avoid rising prices. Could Europe be the answer?

Economy

Beijing confirms that it has signed a trade agreement with the US

China said on Friday that it had further confirmed details of a trade framework, including the export of rare earths.

Business

AIIB elects former anti-corruption official as new president

Zou Jiayi has been elected as the next president of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) by the group’s board of governors.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? MEPs panic about Middle East escalation

In this episode, we hear what role the EU can play to diffuse the Israel-Iran war and discuss the upcoming EU-China summit.

Business

Volvo Cars CEO: dual tech for China and the West is new trade reality

Tech restrictions and tariffs show “we’re going into a more regional world” said the head of the Swedish automaker.

Economy

Trump says US has reached a trade deal with China

Beijing will supply the US with rare earths and magnets while the US will allow Chinese students to attend its colleges and universities.

USA

US and China agree on trade framework after talks in London

The London talks are the latest in the two countries’ joint efforts to find a middle ground to resolve a trade dispute which threatens to plunge the world into recession and economic instability.

Markets

Asian shares make modest gains as investors eye US-China talks

Trade talks between the US and China are to continue for a second day in London.

Economy

China says its exports to the US have plummeted ahead of trade talks

China's total exports rose less-than-expected year-on-year, while exports to the US dropped sharply.

Health news

US foiled plan to bring toxic fungus from China to university lab

A scientific journal describes the fungus as a "potential agroterrorism weapon" that can be used against crops and people.

Economy

China accuses US of violating trade truce and vows firm retaliation

Beijing’s remarks came after US President Donald Trump said on Friday that China had “totally violated” the agreement.

Europe News

EU's Kallas warns against Russia and China's growing alliance

EU's foreign policy chief expressed alarm on Saturday over Russia-China ties amid North Korean troops in Ukraine. Meanwhile, the US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of Beijing's increasing threat, urging higher defence spending.

USA

Worry among Chinese students as US unveils plans to revoke some visas

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said visa rules would also be tightened to increase scrutiny of applicants from China and Hong Kong.

Business

European companies cut costs and scale back investments in China

European companies are cutting costs and scaling back investment plans in China as its economy slows and fierce competition drives down prices, according to an annual survey released on Wednesday.

Economy

China cuts key lending rates to record lows to counter US tariffs hit

China’s central bank has cut its key lending rates to record lows to bolster the economy and cushion the impact of escalating trade tensions with the United States. The move follows a sweeping stimulus package announced earlier this month.