A state visit between the leaders of China and North Korea comes as each is locked in a dispute with the United States, and both are looking for leverage over President Trump.
Tag: International Trade and World Market
Mexico Ratifies Trade Deal With the U.S. and Canada
The United States initiated the revision of the North American trade agreement with Mexico and Canada, but Mexico is now the first to ratify the deal.
Trump and Xi Will Meet at G-20 Amid Stalled Trade Talks
President Trump confirmed an “extended” meeting with President Xi Jinping of China next week, suggesting the countries were trying to find compromise.
Bribes and Backdoor Deals Help Foreign Firms Sell to China’s Hospitals
G.E., Siemens and others have prospered in a country where corruption pervades the market for medical equipment, according to a New York Times investigation. China’s 1.4 billion people pay the price.
As Protesters Fill Hong Kong’s Streets, Businesses Are Alarmed, Too
A wave of concern has spread through a community of foreign consultants, investors and executives who have made the territory their home and regional headquarters.
China Moves to Close Gap in Trade Expertise as Clash With Trump Intensifies
Beijing called in one of its most experienced negotiators on trade policy shortly before talks with the United States collapsed, adding a veteran voice at a critical moment.
Mexico Sets Domestic Priorities Aside to Meet Terms of U.S. Trade Deal
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador agreed to divert scant resources to controlling migration instead of fulfilling promises like combating violence.
Trump Calls Off Plan to Impose Tariffs on Mexico
President Trump said Friday evening on Twitter that the “Tariffs scheduled to be implemented by the U.S. on Monday, against Mexico, are hereby indefinitely suspended.”
Mexico Has Two Options in Dealing with Trump Demands on Migration. Both Could Hurt.
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador of Mexico can either give in United State’s demands or face stiff tariffs. Both could weaken his ratings at home and the Mexican economy.
Trade Wars Stoke Economic Fear as G-20 Finance Ministers Gather in Japan
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will meet China’s central bank governor in the first meeting of senior officials from the countries since trade talks broke down.