A dispute over trade language meant that members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum failed to issue a joint document for the first time.
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Migrant Caravan Is Just Yards From U.S. Border, but Long Wait Lies Ahead
As many as 10,000 Central Americans may reach Tijuana, Mexico, in the coming weeks. As the city scrambles to provide for them, a shelter has taken on the qualities of an overwhelmed refugee camp.
Xi and Pence Stake Out Trade Positions in Dueling Speeches at Pacific Rim Forum
The sharp rhetoric at the APEC conference came as President Trump prepared to meet with the Chinese leader at the Group of 20 summit meeting in Argentina amid a trade war.
Mexico Gave the Migrant Caravan a Warm Welcome. It Wasn’t Always This Way.
A caravan of Central American migrants has left Mexico City, bound for the U.S. border. The group has forced a reckoning in Mexico over the treatment of migrants.
Somali Pirates, a Kidnapping, Then a Facebook Message
A journalist who was held captive for years exchanged messages with a man who has been charged with his hostage taking.
Arthur B. Culvahouse Jr., Trump’s Pick for Ambassador to Australia, Offers Direct Line to President
Mr. Culvahouse is the third candidate the White House as selected to fill the post in two years.
After Midterm Results, Canadians Watch Fate of Trade Agreement
The Democrat’s control of the House of Representatives may create new trade headaches for Canada.
He Helped People Cheat at Grand Theft Auto. Then His Home Was Raided.
A gamer in Melbourne has had his assets frozen in connection with a popular video game cheat. He’s one of many being sued by game companies worldwide, raising questions about copyright law and the policing of online civility.
Iran Sanctions Explained: U.S. Goals, and the View From Tehran
The Trump administration just imposed what it called the biggest sanctions action ever taken by the U.S. against Iran. Why? And what may happen next?
As U.S. Sanctions on Iran Kick In, Europe Looks for a Workaround
The Trump administration’s decision to quit the nuclear treaty with Tehran and restore the measures has divided Washington from its closest allies.