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Strait of Hormuz: Uneasy Calm Returns Amid Lingering Tensions and Unreleased Ships

The strategic Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping artery, is experiencing an uneasy calm weeks after a period of intense conflict between Iran and US-Israeli forces. In the Iranian port city of Bandar Abbas, life is slowly returning to a semblance of normalcy, with fishermen venturing back into waters that were recently a battlefield. […]

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Ford CEO Calls for Trade Policy Overhaul to Favor Domestic Manufacturing

As discussions regarding the USMCA trade agreement resume, Ford Motor Company CEO Jim Farley is advocating for a significant shift in how the United States approaches automotive trade. Farley argues that the current framework should be restructured to provide a competitive advantage to manufacturers that prioritize domestic production, while imposing stricter measures on companies that […]

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Trump Administration Declines USMCA Renewal, Triggering Annual Trade Reviews with Canada and Mexico

The Trump administration has officially declined to renew the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) for another 16-year term, choosing instead to initiate annual reviews of the trilateral trade pact. The decision, announced on the July 1 deadline, marks a significant shift in North American trade relations. While the agreement will remain active for the next decade—barring […]

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US Declines Automatic USMCA Extension, Triggering Decade of Trade Uncertainty

The United States has opted against automatically renewing the landmark US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its current form, a decision that foregoes a crucial 16-year extension for the trilateral trade pact. This move initiates a ten-year period of heightened scrutiny and negotiation, potentially leading to the agreement’s termination as early as 2036 if a unanimous consensus […]

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Congressional Report Alleges South Korea Targeted Coupang, Violating Trade Deal

A recent congressional investigation has brought to light allegations of discriminatory practices by the South Korean government against U.S.-based companies, most notably the online retail giant Coupang. A comprehensive report from a House committee details how Seoul’s actions may contravene a significant trade agreement established between the two nations. The report indicates that the South […]

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Automotive Industry Braces for Uncertainty as USMCA Extension Stalls

The North American automotive sector is facing a period of significant instability as the United States, Mexico, and Canada fail to reach an agreement on extending the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). With the deadline for a 16-year extension passing without a consensus, the trade pact now faces a transition into an annual review process, raising […]

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North American Trade Pact Faces Uncertain Future as July 1 Deadline Looms

The United States, Canada, and Mexico are approaching a critical July 1 deadline regarding the future of the USMCA trade agreement. Despite the looming date, officials from all three nations indicate that a final resolution is unlikely to be reached by the start of July. Formal discussions are set to continue, as the parties navigate […]

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The ‘Durian Tsunami’: How a Massive Supply Glut Crashed Prices of Asia’s Most Prized Fruit

A massive oversupply of durians has triggered unprecedented scenes across Singapore and Malaysia, with long lines forming at fruit stalls offering deep discounts and even free giveaways. In Singapore’s Tampines township, crowds have been lining up daily at the Durian Ninja stall, where the owner has been distributing hundreds of kilograms of free durians to […]

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U.S. Export Surge Fuels China’s Economic Rebound in June

China’s economy demonstrated a notable resurgence in June, primarily propelled by a significant uptick in exports to the United States. This positive shift follows a period of subdued performance in April and May, with improvements observed across key sectors including manufacturing and retail sales. The renewed momentum suggests a potential stabilization for the world’s second-largest […]

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Trump Vows 100% Tariffs Against Nations Targeting U.S. Tech Firms with Digital Taxes

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to international governments, threatening to impose a 100% tariff on goods from any nation that implements a digital services tax targeting American companies. In a recent statement, the President emphasized that these retaliatory measures would supersede any existing or pending trade agreements, signaling a hardline approach to […]