China Condemns CK Hutchison-BlackRock Panama Canal Deal
The Hong Kong conglomerate CK Hutchison’s planned sale of ports in Panama to a group led by BlackRock, the American finance giant, is under fire from Beijing.
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China urges CK Hutchison to ‘think twice’ on Panama ports deal
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Trump White House has asked U.S. military to develop options for the Panama Canal, officials say
The Trump White House has directed the U.S. military to draw up options for increasing the American troop presence in Panama to achieve President Trump’s goal of “reclaiming” the Panama Canal.NBC News - 1d -
Trump orders ideas from Pentagon for ‘unfettered’ access to Panama canal, officials say
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They crossed the world to reach the US. Now deported under Trump, they're stuck in Panama
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China says it’s willing to cooperate with the U.S. on fentanyl
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China, Iran and Russia hold joint naval drills in Mideast as tensions rise between Tehran and US
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China preparing for a protracted trade war with U.S.
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Latest news on Trump's trade war with Canada, China
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Why China Is Worried About Trump’s Tariffs on Mexico
China’s exports to developing markets have soared, opening indirect routes to the U.S. market that officials in Beijing worry may be closed under pressure from President Trump.The New York Times - 13h -
Consumer prices fell in China in February and remain flat in a sluggish economy
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As Trump shakes the international order, China casts itself as a model of stability
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What Slowdown? Xi Says China Must Win the Global Tech Race.
Xi Jinping wants China to surpass rivals as a tech superpower, undeterred by economic woes or trade wars. Critics ask if this focus neglects struggling citizens.The New York Times - 3d -
Tariffs on China could raise wedding dress prices for American brides
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French industrial giant Schneider Electric hails the significance of China’s ‘DeepSeek moment'
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Trump's tariffs could push U.S. allies elsewhere — including China and India
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China, Russia and Iran call for end to US sanctions and the restart of nuclear talks
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America needs a national economic security strategy to counter China's rise
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