The uncertain prospects for diplomatic initiatives with China and Iran was heightened by the president’s unpredictability throughout the weekend.
Tag: International Trade and World Market
Trump Offers Contradictory Signals on China Trade War
After initially said that he was having “second thoughts” about a new levies on Chinese goods, Mr. Trump said he only regretted not raising tariffs faster.
Rule 1 at the G7 Meeting? Don’t Get You-Know-Who Mad
Determined not to rouse President Trump’s well-known temper, Group of 7 leaders registered their policy differences in the most flattering of tones.
Johnson Walks Tightrope at G7, as Trump Pledges ‘Very Big Trade Deal’ for U.K.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson responded cautiously, saying that reaching a trade agreement “may take some time” and would require compromises from Washington.
Trump Sends Mixed Signals on China During G7 Summit
President Trump, at the G7 summit in Biarritz, France, once again caught off guard allies who disagree with him on trade tariffs, global warming, Russia and China.
Brazil Marshals Forces to Fight Amazon Fires (and Restore ‘Positive Perception’)
The fires had burned for weeks but plunged President Jair Bolsonaro’s administration into crisis mode only now, after photographs began circulating widely.
Trump Asserts He Can Force U.S. Companies to Leave China
The president cited a national security law from 1977 that has never before been used to cut economic ties with a major power in a trade dispute.
Trump Ordered U.S. Companies to Leave China. Is That Possible?
The country offers irresistible convenience and a huge domestic market. Still, slowly but surely, some companies are cutting ties.
With Amazon Rain Forest Ablaze, Brazil Faces Global Backlash
The fires scorching the Amazon come amid growing concern that Brazil’s weakening environmental policies could jeopardize the country’s trade and foreign relations.
South Korean Leader Strikes Conciliatory Tone in Dispute With Japan
In a major speech, President Moon Jae-in urged Japan to stop using trade to address historical disputes and expressed hope that the two economies could cooperate.