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Europe restarts magnesium mining to counter reliance on China
US-backed Verde to invest $1bn in disused Romanian mine and begin production in 2027Financial Times - World - China -
How New Mines Could Break U.S. Reliance on China's Batteries
With China producing more than 85% of the world’s batteries, the U.S. is racing to mine the metals needed for national security and products like EVs. WSJ goes inside two projects working to change the battery-mineral supply chain.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
China Seeks to Boost Stock Market Supervision
China has issued new national-level guidelines aimed at addressing stock-market volatility, including tightening supervision of new listings.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
US and EU eye new sanctions on Iran
Israel is urging Western allies to punish Tehran for the missile and drone attack on its territory.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Japan’s Kishida pleads with US to overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role
Japan’s leader on Thursday issued a passionate plea for Republicans in Congress not to turn away from America’s role as a leader on the world stage, in the face of anxiety over GOP stonewalling of aid for Ukraine and growing isolationism under the ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
Japanese leader asks US to overcome ‘self-doubt’ about global leadership
Fumio Kishida warns of risks from China in address to Congress and says Japan determined to do more to share responsibility. Japan’s prime minister, Fumio Kishida, on Thursday called on Americans to overcome their “self-doubt” as he offered a ...The Guardian - World -
Japan PM: US must overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Japan PM: US must overcome ‘self-doubt’ of global role Japan’s leader issued a passionate plea Thursday for ...The Hill - Politics - Japan -
U.K. stocks eye record as higher commodity prices boost miners and oil groups
London’s FTSE 100 was eyeing record levels Friday, as rallying metals and oil prices boosted resources stocks, with a stumbling pound and better economic data providing additional support.MarketWatch - Business - United Kingdom -
China Struggles to Kick Deflationary Concerns
A manufacturing-led recovery has sparked trade frictions abroad, but weak price growth shows consumption lags behind at home.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
VW cuts price of EV and combustion engine cars to boost deliveries to China
Success in Asia contrasts with decline in electric vehicle sales in Europe after end of consumer subsidyFinancial Times - World - China -
Morning Report — Biden boosts Japan ties, with China in mind
Delicate glass butterflies and spring flowers adorned the White House during a State Dinner honoring U.S. ally Japan on Wednesday. But President Biden today will confer with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida about the grittier details of ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
China Has Helped Russia Boost Arms Production, U.S. Says
Beijing’s support is helping Moscow at a critical stage in its war in Ukraine war, officials say.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Australia to Boost Defense Spending Amid U.S.-China Tensions
Australia is boosting its defense budget and rethinking its defense plans as strategic competition between the U.S. and China heats up in the Indo-Pacific region.The Wall Street Journal - World - Australia -
China warns west of ‘survival of the fittest’ as manufacturing boosts economy
Trading partners fear factory boom could trigger supply shock after first-quarter data affirms Xi’s industrial strategyFinancial Times - Business - China -
Lawmakers: China 'killing' US with fentanyl
A pair of lawmakers from different sides of the aisle sounded the alarm over China's role in America's fentanyl crisis, with one calling the drug a "weapon of mass destruction." "I knew that China was the producer [of fentanyl], I've known that ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Cherry MX2A Review: A Revamped Classic
Cherry’s revamped MX2A improves its iconic MX mechanical keyboard switch line in every way. But it introduces some conundrums.Wired - Tech -
Morgan Stanley ups China growth forecast after strong exports boost country’s GDP
Morgan Stanley said strong exports and a Beijing led investment push will see China’s economy grow faster than previously expected in 2024MarketWatch - Business - China -
How the US could compete with China in Latin America
A draft bill before Congress offers a constructive alternative to finger-wagging and lecturingFinancial Times - World - China -
The US ambassador to Japan says boosting arms industry ties is key to a stronger security alliance
The U.S. ambassador to Japan has urged Tokyo to take a greater role in developing, producing and supplying weapons “to enhance our collective security” amid conflict in Ukraine, Gaza and elsewhereABC News - World -
China's AI-driven election meddling in Taiwan points to 2024 risks in US
Taiwanese groups on Monday outlined a major disinformation campaign employed by Chinese actors during the island nation’s national elections, which concluded in January and delivered a blow to Beijing with the victory of a pro-U.S. candidate. ...The Hill - Politics - China -
How Yellen struggled to move the needle on US-China trade
Treasury secretary’s week-long trip yields little progress on disagreements over how Beijing should counter slowdownFinancial Times - Business - China -
Imports from China to the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate since last fall
Inflation is on the rise again, but according to recent trade data, so are Chinese imports to the US, showing a strong consumer economy.CNBC - Business - China -
US and Japan announce new military agreements aimed at countering China
Tokyo and Washington have struck 70 pacts on defence cooperation during Japanese PM’s White House state visit. Joe Biden and Fumio Kishida, the Japanese prime minister, have announced a new era of military cooperation during the pomp and ...The Guardian - World - China -
Majority of south-east Asians favour China over US, survey finds
Beijing becomes Asean’s preferred choice over Washington for first time in Singapore think-tank pollFinancial Times - World - China -
US showcases anti-China alliance with Japan/Philippines summit
Thursday’s three-way summit between President Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishidan and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is sending a message to China: You’re the odd man out. The meeting, the first time the three leaders have ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Top lawmakers urge caution in approving more flights between US, China
A pair of lawmakers is urging top administration officials to execute caution in approving additional flights between the United States and China. Reps. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.) and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.) in a letter to Transportation ...The Hill - Politics - China -
US asks China to tell Iran not to retaliate against Israel
Diplomatic push comes as Washington says Tehran is readying military response to strike on consulateFinancial Times - Business -
China supporting Russia in massive military expansion, US says
Beijing helping with drone production, space-based capabilities and ballistic missile production. China is helping Russia undertake its biggest military expansion since Soviet times, ramping up sales of machine tools, microelectronics and other ...The Guardian - World - China -
US says China is supplying missile and drone engines to Russia
Washington calls on EU to use influence in Beijing to halt weapons transfers to MoscowFinancial Times - World - China -
US vows ‘ironclad’ defence of Philippines military in South China Sea
Support from Washington reflects mounting alarm at Beijing’s assertiveness in Indo-PacificFinancial Times - Business - China -
US and China defence ministers in first significant contact since 2022
Pentagon says Lloyd Austin stressed importance of freedom of navigation in call with Dong JunFinancial Times - Business - China -
US navy flies aircraft through the Taiwan Strait a day after US-China defense chiefs hold rare talks
The U.S. 7th Fleet says a Navy P-8A Poseidon has flown through the Taiwan StraitABC News - World - China -
US navy flies aircraft through the Taiwan Strait, after US-China defense chiefs talk
The U.S. 7th Fleet says a Navy P-8A Poseidon has flown through the Taiwan StraitABC News - Top stories - China -
Bernanke review says BoE must revamp its main economic model
Nobel laureate cites ‘significant shortcomings’ and calls for end of fan chartsFinancial Times - World -
Disney revamping park policy that helps visitors with disabilities avoid waiting in line
Disney is revamping its policy for park visitors with disabilities, limiting how many people are eligible for the program that helps guests avoid lines because too many people are exploiting it.NBC News - Top stories -
US Buys More Taiwan Exports Than China for First Time Since 2003
Yahoo News - World - China -
China blacklists 2 US defense-related companies over military sales to Taiwan
China blacklists 2 US defense-related companies over military sales to TaiwanABC News - World - China -
GOP China panel chair: US should focus on winning competition not just 'managing' it
Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wis.), chair of the House select committee on China, argued Thursday that President Biden should double down on opposing Chinese business competition instead of thawing relations with the country. Gallagher, who is resigning ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Dynamic in South China Sea is changing through growing US and Japan ties, says Philippines president
Ferdinand Marcos Jr says building trilateral ties vital, after the three countries criticise China’s ‘dangerous and aggressive behaviour’ in the region. A cooperation agreement by the Philippines, the United States and Japan will change the ...The Guardian - World - China -
Europe trails China and US after ‘monumental’ energy mistakes, IEA chief says
Intervention comes as EU leaders prepare to debate bloc’s economic competitivenessFinancial Times - World - China