EU Trade Ministers Rally Against Trump’s 30% Tariff Threat
EU trade ministers debate response to Trump’s 30% tariff threat as bloc extends suspension of countermeasures, balancing negotiation and retaliation.
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Global Allies Push Back Against New US Tariff Measures
US allies including the EU, South Korea, and Japan challenge new tariff measures, seeking urgent resolutions to protect economic interests amid strained trade talks.
S. Korea-US Trade Deal Deadline in Doubt as Talks Intensify
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung expresses uncertainty over meeting the July 8 deadline for a U.S. trade deal, citing complex negotiations and mutual demands.
Brazilian Firms Seek Negotiations on U.S. Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
Brazilian companies are seeking talks with the U.S. to resolve new steel and aluminum tariffs, aiming to prevent a trade war and foster positive economic relations.
China Open to EU Dialogue on Intellectual Property Amid WTO Complaint
China’s Ministry of Commerce reaffirms open communication with the EU on intellectual property issues following a WTO complaint concerning standard essential patent disputes.
China Open to Dialogue with EU Amid WTO Intellectual Property Dispute
China expresses readiness to engage with the EU on intellectual property issues amid a WTO dispute over standard essential patents, signaling potential for negotiation in a growing trade conflict.
China Keeps Communication Channels Open with EU on Intellectual Property
China’s Ministry of Commerce affirms openness to dialogue with the EU on intellectual property issues amid a recent WTO complaint, emphasizing adherence to WTO rules and ongoing commitment to IP protection.
Reflecting on a Turbulent 2024: China-U.S. Relations Reviewed
2024 was a complex year for China-U.S. relations, marked by trade negotiations, technological competition, and moments of cooperation. We look back on the key events that shaped interactions between the world’s two largest economies.
Mercosur and EU Race to Finalize Long-Delayed Trade Deal Amid Last-Minute Talks
South America’s Mercosur bloc and the European Union are nearing a potential breakthrough in a long-delayed trade deal, with leaders set to meet in Uruguay amid last-minute negotiations.
China Affirms Germany as Important Partner During Strategic Dialogue
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and German counterpart Annalena Baerbock co-chaired the seventh China-Germany Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, reaffirming their commitment to deepen cooperation and address global challenges.
China and EU Engage in Intensive Talks on EV Price Commitments
China and the EU are engaged in intensive consultations on EV price commitments amidst ongoing tariff disputes.
China Warns EU: Separate EV Price Talks Will Harm Mutual Trust
China warns that the EU’s separate price commitment talks with individual Chinese EV firms could harm mutual trust and disrupt negotiations, urging for a coordinated approach in trade discussions.
China and EU Yet to Reach Agreement on EV Anti-Subsidy Case Despite Progress
China and the EU have yet to find a mutually acceptable solution on the EU’s anti-subsidy case involving Chinese electric vehicles, despite significant progress in negotiations.
China and EU Agree to Begin Consultations on Electric Vehicle Subsidy Investigation
China and the European Union have agreed to start consultations on the EU’s investigation into subsidies for Chinese electric vehicles, aiming to address concerns and prevent an escalation of trade frictions.
China’s Wang Wentao Meets WTO Chief at Abu Dhabi Conference
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with WTO Chief Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in Abu Dhabi to discuss China’s commitment to WTO reforms and global economic governance.