
IMF Warns Global Debt Nears Crisis Amid Trade Shifts
The IMF raises alarms over surging global public debt nearing crisis levels and trade uncertainties driven by U.S. tariffs, impacting economies worldwide.
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The IMF raises alarms over surging global public debt nearing crisis levels and trade uncertainties driven by U.S. tariffs, impacting economies worldwide.
The U.S. tariff strategy exposes economic vulnerabilities as consumers turn to Chinese e-commerce apps, sparking debates about globalization and trade policy impacts.
Chinese FM Wang Yi calls for enhanced China-Austria cooperation, criticizes U.S. tariffs, and stresses commitment to multilateral trade systems during diplomatic talks.
IMF lowers 2025 global growth forecast to 2.8%, citing U.S. tariff impacts on trade-dependent Asian economies and supply chain uncertainties.
Harvard economist Gregory Mankiw criticizes US tariffs as ‘economic malpractice,’ highlighting risks for global trade and Asian markets.
U.S. tariff adjustments drive market instability, impacting industries and raising concerns over global trade ripple effects.
Thailand delays trade talks with the U.S. as Japan stands firm on protecting interests, signaling challenges for American trade strategy in Asia.
UNIDO warns U.S. tariffs threaten global economic growth, jobs, and trade efficiency, urging collaborative solutions for sustainable development.
China reduces U.S. film imports amid tariff tensions as domestic movies gain dominance. Analysts cite cultural resonance and industry growth as key drivers.
New U.S. tariffs aimed at reviving domestic industries risk higher prices and consumer strain, testing voter patience ahead of midterms.
Analysts warn Trump’s tariff volatility distracts from structural U.S. risks, drawing parallels to Aesop’s fable about eroded trust and hidden crises.
China’s major trade hubs unveil economic measures combining export stabilization and domestic consumption incentives amid U.S. tariff tensions.
Cote d’Ivoire cocoa farmers confront climate challenges and potential 21% U.S. tariffs, threatening global cocoa supplies and local livelihoods.
China criticizes U.S. tariffs as economically ineffective, vows countermeasures if rights are harmed amid escalating trade tensions.
California sues Trump administration over tariffs, citing economic harm to businesses and global trade networks, with implications for Asia-US supply chains.
U.S. tariffs strain alliances with Japan, Germany, and Canada as partners resist trade pressures, triggering global economic recalibration.
U.S. President Trump’s tariff adjustments spark bipartisan criticism and market concerns, testing alliances and economic stability.
Despite high U.S. tariffs, Apple faces steep challenges relocating iPhone production from China due to supply chain complexities and cost barriers.
The US exempts smartphones and computers from “reciprocal tariffs,” offering refunds and easing market concerns amid Republican criticism.
Rising U.S. tariffs threaten Asia’s export-driven economies, with growth projections slashed by 50-100 basis points, reports UBS and economist Philip Wyatt.