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US to probe need for tariffs on copper imports
Washington (AFP) - Donald Trump ordered an investigation Tuesday into possible levies on US copper imports, with officials citing a...
Bessent says tariffs key to Trump plan, can help fund investment
Washington (AFP) - US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Tuesday that tariffs are a crucial part of President Donald Trump's...
Germany’s next leader grapples to boost defence spending
Berlin (AFP) - Germany's next leader, conservative Friedrich Merz, has raised the alarm over European defence but the clock is...
Milan Fashion week opens as luxury sector struggles
Milan (Italy) (AFP) - Milan Fashion Week kicked off Tuesday, but the flair and fanfare on catwalks will likely struggle...
S. Korea’s central bank cuts rate, growth outlook over tariff fears
Seoul (AFP) - South Korea's central bank on Tuesday slashed interest rates and its annual growth forecast as it looks...
Trump’s chip tariff threats raise stakes for Taiwan
Taipei (AFP) - US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs on semiconductor chips has complicated Taiwan's bid to remain a...
Bolivia inaugurates steel plant built with Chinese loan
Puerto Suárez (Bolivia) (AFP) - Short on foreign currency, Bolivia inaugurated a steel plant Monday that it hopes will reduce...
Mexico president hopeful of deal this week to avert US tariffs
Mexico City (AFP) - Mexico's president said Monday she was optimistic about reaching an agreement with Donald Trump this week...
German business urges ‘new beginning’ after election
Frankfurt (Germany) (AFP) - German business leaders called Monday for the swift formation of a new ruling coalition to usher...
Indonesia launches new multi-billion-dollar sovereign wealth fund
Jakarta (AFP) - Indonesia on Monday launched a new sovereign wealth fund that will aim to manage state assets worth...
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