A central question hanging over the summit this week is whether China will agree to extend a temporary postponement of even tougher rare-earth export controls.
Category: International Relations
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How China Could Wield Its Control of Rare Earths Against Trump
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Here’s How Trump’s Trade War on China Ended Up in a Stalemate
The New York Times – Business:As President Trump prepares to meet with Xi Jinping, a trade war that once threatened to freeze commerce between the two countries has given way to an uneasy truce.
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China Sought Access to Anthropic’s Newest A.I. The Answer Was No.
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Nations Brace for Long-Term Economic Woes as Trump Calls Iran Truce Plan ‘Garbage’
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China’s Exports and Imports Set Records in April Amid High Energy Costs
The New York Times – Business:The country’s exports surged and its trade surplus with the United States widened ahead of President Trump’s scheduled visit next week to Beijing.
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War and Energy Shortages Boost China’s Influence in Asia
The New York Times – Business:The war in Iran has left China’s neighbors appealing for help, handing Beijing the kind of sway it has long sought.
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Loss of Emirates Further Weakens OPEC’s Influence
The New York Times – Business:The exit of the United Arab Emirates is the most significant in a series of departures from the oil cartel in recent years.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney Says Canada’s Economy Is Expected to Grow and Deficit to Fall
The New York Times – Business:Prime Minister Mark Carney’s budget update keeps to his path of diversifying away from the United States.