China imposed a ban last year after Japan began releasing treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea. They have agreed to expand monitoring of the water.
Category: International Relations
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Why is Ye, Formerly Kanye West, Doing a Show in China?
The provocative artist once known as Kanye West has received approval that was denied to Maroon 5 and Bon Jovi. China’s economic woes might be why.
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Young Chinese Émigrés Confront America’s Brutal Visa Lottery
For Chinese seeking educational opportunity, the United States has long been the top spot, but as more want to stay to work, their paths are full of roadblocks.
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U.S. Blowback to Nippon Steel-U.S. Steel Merger Vexes Japan
A looming decision in Washington to block Nippon Steel’s merger with U.S. Steel on national security grounds is raising sharp questions in Tokyo.
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Why Oil Prices Remain Subdued
Despite war in the Middle East and political turmoil in Libya, investors are focusing on what look like ample global supplies.
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Can China Tech Find a Home in Silicon Valley?
Entrepreneurs and venture capitalists are setting up firms across the Pacific, only to find that any investment with Chinese ties is a hard sell.
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U.S., Chinese Officials Discuss Future Talks Between Biden and Xi
In talks in Beijing, the two sides made clear that many differences remain over Taiwan, technology export controls and trade disputes.
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Canada Will Impose 100% Tariffs on Chinese Electric Vehicles
The new tariffs announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will match levies imposed by President Biden and could further strain relations between Canada and China.
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The Finnish Embassy in Washington Has a Different Idea of Diplomacy: A Seat at the Sauna.
The Finnish Embassy offers one of the hottest invitations in Washington: a chance to discuss serious topics in a sauna.