Category: United States International Relations

Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Europe Over Tech Taxes

The New York Times – Business:
The president claimed the tariffs would override a trade deal with the European Union, which European officials finalized just days ago.
Iran Strikes Ship in Strait of Hormuz, Undermining Efforts to Restore Traffic

The New York Times – Business:
The attack, confirmed by U.S. and Iranian officials, came after Tehran threatened to disrupt shipping in the waterway and as Washington sought regional support for its peace agreement.
Alibaba Sues Pentagon Over China Military Label

The New York Times – Business:
The Chinese tech giant said it had no ties to China’s military and that the U.S. government had violated the law by making that claim.
Iranian Oil Is Moving Again, but Getting Through the Strait Is Complicated

The New York Times – Business:
With the central route of the Strait of Hormuz laden with mines, ships are taking the northern route in Iranian waters or the southern path in Omani waters. Both have risks.
This Megafactory Is a Test Case for the U.S.-China Tech Race

The New York Times – Business:
Chinese firms have some of the world’s most advanced technology. But U.S. officials say relying on it could come with a downside.
For India, the Return of Iranian Oil Cannot Come Soon Enough

The New York Times – Business:
After months of shortages and uncertainty, India sees an opportunity to restore a once-crucial energy relationship.
Congress Is Anxious as U.S.-Canada-Mexico Trade Talks Intensify

The New York Times – Business:
With midterms approaching and negotiations heating up, some lawmakers are apprehensive over where the discussions are headed.
Elon Musk and Other CEOs on Trump’s Trip to China Sought Relief

The New York Times – Business:
Elon Musk and other powerful executives who accompanied President Trump to China are hoping to clear roadblocks put up by Beijing.
Bluesky Says Kremlin Is Hacking Its Platform to Spread Propaganda

The New York Times – Business:
The company said it was fighting Russian efforts to hijack real users’ accounts to post fake content, an apparently novel tactic.
China Confirms It Will Buy 200 Boeing Planes

The New York Times – Business:
The deal, which President Trump announced after last week’s summit, represents the largest single sale of the American company’s aircraft to Beijing in nearly a decade.
Inflation Fears Cloud G7 Economic Agenda as Iran War Persists

The New York Times – Business:
The United States and Europe were at odds over the Trump administration’s decision to ease oil sanctions on Russia.
G7 Finance Ministers Look to Contain Iran Economic Fallout

The New York Times – Business:
Top policymakers were expected to discuss rising energy prices and sanctions policy at a critical summit in Paris this week.