Biden could soon lift tariffs on China in bid to tackle inflation: report

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President Biden is poised to roll back tariffs on some Chinese imports in an effort to slow soaring rates of inflation not seen in the country for decades. A decision by Biden could be announced as soon as this week, … Read More

China’s ambassador to the U.S. warns of ‘military conflict’ over Taiwan

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China’s ambassador to the United States issued a warning Thursday: The U.S. could face “military conflict” with China over the future status of Taiwan. In his first one-on-one interview since assuming his post in Washington, D.C., last July, Qin Gang … Read More

China Warns U.S. Will ‘Pay a Price’ for Boycotting Olympics

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(Bloomberg) — China has threatened the U.S. with retaliation against its decision to declare a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics, warning that ties between the world’s two largest economies may suffer. “The U.S. is standing opposed to athletes and … Read More

The little-known agreement that could lead the U.S. and China to war

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The definitions in an agreement with the Philippines have long been forgotten but could have huge ramifications. Filipinos march June 12 outside the Chinese Embassy in Makati, Metro Manila, as they mark Independence Day with a protest on continued Chinese … Read More

How China Responded to President Biden’s Address to Congress

Addressing a joint session of Congress on April 28, President Joe Biden outlined his approach to foreign policy. As expected, China looms large in his thinking. The president portrayed his overall foreign policy agenda as one that “benefits the middle … Read More

China accuses US, Japan of ‘ganging’ up on them

US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga prepare to hold a joint press conference after their talks at the White House in Washington on April 16, 2021. –Kyodo China accused the US and Japan of “ganging” up on them Saturday, … Read More

The Iran-China deal is cause for Israeli concern

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The 25-year agreement effectively neutralizes U.S. economic pressure, seriously bolsters Tehran’s bargaining position, and could herald the regime’s renewed effort to achieve regional hegemony. (March 30, 2021 / JNS) While Israel was busy with the domestic political imbroglio surrounding last week’s Knesset elections, a strategic … Read More

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