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Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on Wine Champagne and Alcoholic Beverages from France and European Union in Retaliation Against EU Levies on American Whiskey

In a move that could further strain transatlantic trade relations President Donald Trump has announced his intent to impose a massive 200% tariff on all wines champagnes and alcoholic products imported from France and other European Union countries. This threat follows the European Union’s decision to implement a 50% tariff on American whiskey as part […]

Global Markets in Turmoil as Trump’s Tariffs Wipe Out $3.4 Trillion From S&P 500 Sparking Trade War With Canada and China US

Trump Seeks Ukraine’s Rare Earth Minerals to Counter China but Faces Major Roadblocks in Supply Chain and Geopolitics

US President Donald Trump is pushing to secure $500 billion worth of Ukraine’s rare earth and critical minerals as part of a broader strategy to strengthen America’s industrial sector and reduce reliance on China. This initiative is also tied to negotiations for a peace deal with Ukraine, serving as a potential compensation for the US […]

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Global Stocks Slide as Fears Grow Over Tariffs and US Economy

Global stock markets have faced a significant downturn recently as mounting concerns over rising tariffs and the broader state of the US economy continue to stir fear among investors. With the trade war between the US and China continuing to escalate, along with fears of an economic slowdown, stock exchanges worldwide have seen a wave […]

No to Gaza Displacement as Trump’s Proposal Sparks Global Outrage Blog

How Japan Sparked Trump’s 40-Year Love Affair with Tariffs and Shaped His Trade Policies

The evolution of Donald Trump’s trade policies, particularly his unwavering commitment to tariffs, has deep roots in the 1980s and early 1990s, sparked by his interactions with Japan. The former U.S. president’s views on global trade and economics, still dominant in his political approach today, were significantly shaped by his encounters with the Japanese business […]

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China Strikes Back with Countermeasures Against Google and Other U.S. Firms as Trade War Escalates

In a decisive move that signals deepening tensions between the world’s two largest economies, China has unveiled a series of countermeasures against major U.S. firms, including Google, leading agricultural equipment manufacturers, and the parent company of Calvin Klein. This announcement came just minutes after Washington imposed a fresh wave of tariffs on Chinese imports, intensifying […]

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Beijing Hits U.S. Coal, LNG, and Google While Tightening Grip on Rare Metals

China has fired back against the Trump administration’s latest tariffs, implementing a series of countermeasures targeting key American industries, including coal, liquefied natural gas, and major technology firms such as Google. The move comes just hours after the U.S. imposed a fresh 10% tariff on Chinese goods, reigniting tensions between the world’s two largest economies […]

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EU Must Stand Strong and United in Face of Trump’s Tariff Threats, Warns Spain’s Economy Minister

In a bold statement on Monday, Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo emphasized the critical need for the European Union to maintain its unity and resilience in response to the ongoing threats from U.S. President Donald Trump regarding potential tariffs on European products. With global markets already in a state of uncertainty, Cuerpo’s remarks underscore the […]

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Canada Takes Legal Action Against US for Tariffs Amid Growing Trade Tensions

Canada has taken a bold step in response to the United States’ decision to impose 25% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring its intention to take legal action through international trade bodies. Senior Canadian government officials have emphasized that the tariffs, which President Donald Trump announced will take effect on February 6, 2025, are unjustified […]

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Trump Issues Stern Warning to BRICS Nations: 100% Tariffs Loom if US Dollar Is Replaced in Trade

President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to the BRICS nations—Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—threatening to impose 100% tariffs on their goods if they continue to push for alternatives to the US dollar in international trade. This warning comes at a critical juncture as these influential emerging economies intensify their efforts to […]